Harvard graduate students are advocating for academic freedom protections in their union contract, potentially setting a national precedent. The proposal seeks a university-wide definition covering teaching, research, and expression, aiming to shield graduate workers from censorship and harassment. This move follows similar efforts at other universities and addresses growing concerns about campus tensions and biased evaluations, particularly since October 2023.
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Brown University is facing legal threats from Marzulla Law over research linking offshore wind opposition groups to conservative networks. Representing Green Oceans, the firm demanded a retraction, calling the study false. Brown defended academic freedom, while researchers decried the move as harassment. The dispute highlights growing tensions between universities, clean energy, and political resistance to offshore wind projects.
Roughly a quarter of Texas school districts and charter schools plan to adopt the state’s new Bluebonnet curriculum, which includes Bible-linked reading materials. Although religious content is present, many districts cite funding incentives, curriculum alignment, and accountability pressures as primary motivators. Concerns over academic rigour and inclusivity persist, with some schools opting out. The Texas Education Agency provides £60 per student for adoption, prompting financially... Expand
California Governor Gavin Newsom’s fierce criticism of Ivy League universities for “selling their souls” to the Trump administration is deeply intertwined with his own educational journey. Shaped by dyslexia, resilience, and a Jesuit education at Santa Clara University, Newsom’s defiance reflects his lifelong pursuit of intellectual independence and raises urgent questions about the integrity of higher education under political pressure.
Before Hurricane Katrina, teaching in New Orleans offered stability, status, and deep community roots, particularly for Black educators protected by a powerful union. In August 2005, over 7,000 teachers were abruptly dismissed, erasing decades of experience. The city rebuilt with a younger, more diverse workforce, but challenges in retention, cultural connection, and educational equity continue to shape its schools today.
The US Department of Education, collaborating with national intelligence agencies, has issued a warning to American colleges about escalating foreign threats targeting research programs. The guidance highlights risks from talent recruitment, espionage, and cyber intrusions. Federal officials urge universities to bolster security measures, including due diligence in partnerships and enhanced cybersecurity, and report suspicious activities.
Arti Dogra, standing at just 3.5 feet, defied societal assumptions through education, determination, and resilience. From excelling in school and completing a Master’s degree at Delhi University to clearing the rigorous UPSC exam, she carved an extraordinary career in the IAS. Today, as a senior administrator, her journey inspires UPSC aspirants, proving that knowledge and perseverance can overcome any obstacle.
The US Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights found Denver Public Schools in violation of Title IX for converting sex-segregated restrooms into all-gender facilities and allowing access based on gender identity. The ruling cited risks to female students’ safety, privacy, and equal access, prompting a proposed Resolution Agreement to restore sex-designated restrooms and enforce compliance with federal law.
US universities are facing a tuition crisis as President Donald Trump’s visa restrictions lead to a steep decline in international student enrolment. Smaller colleges with limited endowments are especially vulnerable, as they depend heavily on full-fee-paying international students for revenue. Institutions like the University of Central Missouri and Lee University are implementing cost-cutting measures. The financial strain is compounded by a projected decline in domestic enrolment, raising... Expand