Stephen Bannon vs. Seven Sisters
Leaders of women’s colleges object to what Trump’s appointee as chief White House strategist had to say about their institutions and their alumnae.
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‘Over a quarter’ of UK universities divest from fossil fuels
The number of UK higher education institutions vowing to exclude fossil fuel from investments has grown to 43, according to research conducted by student campaign network People & Planet.
Trump election sparks increased interest in Canadian universities
The number of Americans looking to study or work in Canada rose sharply after Donald Trump was elected as the next US president.
Thomas More seeking university status
Thomas More College is pursuing university status to support a growing student population and new academic programs.
Priebus on $25M settlement: Trump wanted no ‘distraction’ taking office
Donald Trump's incoming chief of staff defended his new boss' decision to pay $25 million to settle Trump University lawsuits, saying the President-elect simply wanted to put that litigation to rest before taking the oath of office.
Good Friday and Columbus Day renamed by ‘inclusive’ US city of Bloomington
The US city of Bloomington in Indiana has renamed Good Friday and Columbus Day as "Spring Holiday" and "Fall Holiday" to be more "inclusive".
Theresa May announces £2 billion boost for UK research
The UK government will invest an extra £2 billion per year in research and development by 2020, Prime Minister Theresa May has announced at the Confederation of British Industry’s annual conference.
With Trump, China emerges as global leader on climate
With Donald Trump threatening to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, China is ready to assume leadership of the world’s climate efforts.
Miss. public universities, community colleges launch initiative
Approximately 31 million Americans have completed some college credit without earning a degree or credential.
Taking Stands
Lawrence Summers disavows term "political correctness"; Columbia president says Trump victory challenges "central idea of a university"; Jewish historians call for support for immigrants; and more.
