US judge sides with Florida professors in voting rights case
In free speech battle, court agrees that university and conservative governor still pose a threat to basic faculty rights Read more
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Oklahoma Bill Would Ban Teaching Facts About Slavery
Proposed legislation in Oklahoma would withhold up to 10 percent of state funding from public institutions that teach components of The New York Times Magazine’s “1619 Project,” including (as described by the bill) “Any teaching that America has more culpability, in general, than other nations for the institution of slavery; That one race is the unique oppressor in the institution of slavery; That another race is the unique victim in the institution of slavery,” and that “America, in general, had slavery more extensively and for a later period of time than other nations.” Read more
Study uncovers antisemitic behavior among university diversity, equity and inclusion staff
Diversity, equity, and inclusion staff often act as “political activists” and contribute to hostile conditions for Jewish students at universities, according to a study recently published by the Heritage Foundation. Read more
Why BlackBerry held the tiny keys to my heart
Many vintage BlackBerry phones will stop working on Tuesday as the company turns off support for its operating system. For journalist Bill Wilson, it means the retirement of a faithful workhorse. Read more
How subscription-based education supports lifelong learning for students and workers
Shorter, flexible, and affordable just in-time learning opportunities are becoming a greater need Read more
Heads warn of weeks of Omicron disruption in English schools
School leaders in England are warning of weeks of disruption owing to high levels of staff Covid absences, which could lead to children being sent home to learn remotely. Read more
Debate tournament banned White students from competing
Northeastern and Boston College co-hosted a debate tournament for students who 'do not identify as white.' Read more
Can fitness apps be as effective as a personal trainer?
As we start 2022, lots of us will be resuming the battle to lose weight and get fit. A wealth of high-tech fitness apps are now available to help, but are they anywhere near as good as hiring a human personal trainer? Read more
Georgetown law students demand refund after university moves to remote learning
Georgetown University law students have asked administrators to either reduce tuition or return to in-person learning after a recent decision to go remote for the entire campus. Read more
A new plan to save stranded credits
Pilot program introduced in northeast Ohio will allow students with stranded credits to settle their bills and have their transcripts released. Read more
