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A Last-Minute Sprint to the FAFSA Finish Line
The U.S. Education Department is doling out $50 million to help students complete the troubled federal aid form. Access advocates say it’s not too late to make an impact—but time is of the essence.
House Committee Seeks Documents From UCLA Over Antisemitism
Defense Department Cuts 13 of its Language Flagship Programs
Linguists are concerned about the implications the elimination of these programs may have on foreign relations.
Iowa Governor Signs Bill Banning DEI
When Trustees Run for Public Office
A handful of trustees are running for state and federal office this fall in an election cycle where recent higher education controversies will likely be on voters’ minds.
Political Standoff Over Title IX Puts Red State Colleges in No-Win Situation
Eight states—so far—say they’ll defy the Biden administration and not comply with the new Title IX regulations. That would imperil nearly $13 billion in federal aid for public universities in those states.
A New Push to Get Community College Students to the Polls
Students at two-year colleges consistently vote at lower rates than their four-year peers. A new coalition of companies and organizations wants to change that.
2 Virginia Universities Won’t Require DEI Classes After Governor’s Review, Board Pushback
Years-long efforts to create and mandate diversity-themed coursework at George Mason and Virginia Commonwealth fizzled after an unusual intervention by Glenn Youngkin and last-minute actions by board members.