Tackling racism’s legacy through a fight song
Activists at the University of Alabama want a racist term removed from the fight song. Other students argue it’s not racist, it’s “tradition.” The administration has yet to respond. Read more
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Student debt relief moves ‘full speed ahead’ despite temporary block
"We continue to encourage working- and middle-class Americans to apply for debt relief," said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. "President Biden and this administration are committed to fighting for the millions of hardworking students and borrowers across the country." Read more
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
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
