How four Texas university systems are pitching themselves as the best new home for Stephen F. Austin State University
For the past few months, Stephen F. Austin State University has been speed dating. Read more
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University launches pronoun database
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth (UMass Dartmouth) launched a database that allows students to submit their chosen name, pronouns, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Read more
California teacher charged with hiding missing teenager for nearly two years
For nearly two years, a California teacher hid a boy who had been reported missing aged 15, authorities allege. Read more
Direct Admissions Takes Off
Colleges for the first time have a real alternative, and so far the new approach is getting strong reviews. But predicting yield is anyone’s guess. Read more
These PACS are funding ‘parents’ rights advocates’ running for local school board positions
Across the country, new right-leaning political action committees are pouring money into school board races, aiming to flip control of who governs schools in favor of self-proclaimed parents rights advocates in a way that rivals the role that teachers unions have historically had in these contests. Read more
SDSU faculty vote to include DEI in promotion decisions
San Diego State University’s faculty senate recently passed a resolution to include diversity criteria in their reappointment, tenure and promotion decisions. Read more
Enrollments tumble 1.1% in early fall reporting, but is a recovery on the way?
Two key indicators that appeared to point to a turnaround in higher education enrollments simply may have been mirages. Read more
Christian PA sues university hospital after being fired for refusing to assist with ‘gender assignment’ referrals
DEI Program Director Thomas Pierce told Kloosterman that she 'could not take the Bible or her religious beliefs to work,' and called her 'evil' for adhering to Christian beliefs. Read more
Universities in England and Wales double or triple student hardship funds
Universities in England and Wales are doubling or tripling their hardship funds in anticipation of “unprecedented” demand from students struggling with the cost of living, amid fears of widespread dropouts unless ministers offer more support. Read more
Yale Law Once Again in Conservative Crosshairs
Lingering free speech concerns from past events at Yale Law School recently prompted a conservative judge to call for his colleagues to avoid hiring graduates as clerks. Read more
