Boston U profs given ‘guide for creating propaganda’ in COVID era
An associate dean at Boston University sent a memo to professors restricting them on terms to use about remote learning.
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As critics slam UChicago for black studies-only commitment, campus spokesman defends it
The University of Chicago has come under heavy criticism for its recent announcement that it will only accept graduate student applicants to its English Department who are interested in Black Studies for the 2020-21 school year.
Asian universities offer lessons to West in Covid response
Experts stress quick, consistent and centralised approaches, plus extra support for students and IT systems, during webinar
Cautious Interest in College Among Working Adults
Working adults increasingly are interested in pursuing postsecondary education, but they are also less confident about the value of college.
Harvard Public Health promotes article questioning if 2 plus 2 equals 4
Harvard’s T. H. Chan School of Public Health Tweeted an article where a Harvard PhD student casted doubt on the objective nature of math.
Geopolitical ructions ‘a more enduring problem’ than pandemic
Australian forum hears that reduced ‘flow across borders’ could be an ongoing reality
Georgia Tech to pay $50K, improve free speech policy in legal ‘win’ for pro-life students
The Students for Life chapter at Georgia Institute of Technology has dismissed its lawsuit against the university after the institution agreed to pay $50,000 in attorneys fees and damages and change its policies to better protect free speech on campus, according to the settlement.
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The Moment Is Primed for Asynchronous Learning
Experts argue that asynchronous learning is a valuable tool, especially now. But it needs to be done in a thoughtful way to help students succeed.
University of Oklahoma cuts Senior Capstone Experience to make room for mandatory diversity class
On September 2, University of Oklahoma Vice Provost for Faculty Jill Irvine sent an email to her colleagues announcing a change in curriculum: the campus would be adding a mandatory diversity, equity and inclusion course for all students beginning in fall 2021.
