Princeton prof: Using term ‘illegal immigrant’ ‘sets the stage’ for mass shootings
Princeton Professor of African American Studies Eddie Glaude says no one should use dehumanizing language such as “illegal immigrant.”
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WhatsApp flaw ‘puts words in your mouth’
A newly-released tool that exploits a vulnerability in Facebook’s WhatsApp allows you to "put words in people’s mouths", researchers say.
The global evidence against free College
Countries that provide more public funding for higher education tend to have fewer graduates over all, a new study asserts.
Abstract ‘Spin’
Study says authors exaggerate their findings in paper abstracts, and that's a problem when readers take them at face value.
University of Virginia considers removing statue of Revolutionary War officer
As the University of Virginia grapples with its history of segregation through a formal commission, a local antiwar activist is suggesting an item for its agenda.
Court Orders Recognition of Pro-Palestinian Student Group
Judge overturns Fordham University's decision to deny recognition to Students for Justice in Palestine chapter due to concerns about its political agenda and the potential for polarization.
Here’s how some universities are filling the fastest growing job market in the country
With people and companies using technology more than ever, there is a need for privacy and Virginia universities are filling that need with growing cybersecurity programs.
Women participate less in bigger science classes, study finds
Universities urged to reconsider use of large introductory lectures
Prof calls to get rid of grades because they are ‘capitalism in action’
New School professor Richard Wolff is known for his outspoken views against capitalism.
Facebook briefly removes Area 51 event ‘by accident’
A Facebook page encouraging people to storm the so-called Area 51 US Air Force base was removed from the social network at the weekend - but has now been reinstated.
