The resignation of Harvard’s president Claudine Gay marks a significant twist in the use of plagiarism charges as a political tool against higher education leaders. Key Takeaways: The sudden exit of Harvard’s president, Claudine Gay, brings to light an unsettling…
The power dynamics in universities start shifting, especially as university presidents of MIT, Harvard, and UPenn face criticism, scrutiny, and resignation. Key Takeaways The recent congressional testimony by the presidents of three prestigious universities has thrown into sharp relief the…
Harvard University President Claudine Gay is facing growing pressure following the resignation of the University of Pennsylvania’s President Liz Magill, Yahoo Finance reports. This news comes in the wake of heightened scrutiny over responses to alleged incidents of antisemitism on…
Since the rapid AI development started last year, it has reshaped whole industries, economies, and even our daily lives. As it has such a great influence on our world, shouldn’t this technology be somehow regulated? As AI technologies become increasingly…
The education law known as Title IX has had a surprising fifty-year history. Enacted during a time when the rights of marginalized groups were expanding, its evolving legacy is one of increasing impact and steady resilience despite shifting cultural values.…
The state of elite higher education has come under scrutiny following student and faculty responses to Hamas’s activities, City Journal reports. The repercussions of the intellectual trajectory on campuses are now being keenly felt, raising fundamental questions about the role…
From state to state, universities are embracing a new approach to admissions that promises to change the landscape of higher education enrollment, Inside Higher Ed reports. Key Takeaways Unlike conventional admissions plans which require students to apply, direct admissions allow…
The topic of student loans has been a long discussed one for the last half of the year. Dealing with student debt has become a top priority for Biden administration, especially since the 3.5-year pause in student loan repayment, launched…
One purpose of education is to cultivate a vision of society that makes sense. In multi-racial and multi-ethnic societies, it makes sense to be inclusive and fair in public life. Higher education does its part by enabling an ongoing exchange…
The Conservative education secretary, Gillian Keegan, plans to issue new guidance aiming to ban mobile phones throughout the school day in English schools, according to the Guardian. This announcement is expected to be delivered at the Tory party conference in…
The perception that promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM fields necessitates a compromise on academic standards is a widespread myth. However, a recent study spearheaded by Cassandra Paul of San José State University and David Webb of the University of…
In a controversial move, Florida’s state university system has become the first in the nation to accept the Classic Learning Test (CLT), an alternative to the more established SAT and ACT exams. Key Takeaways: Pushed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis…
“The new chapter in life, a fresh start, a clean slate”—that’s how everyone pictures the beginning of the new academic year, and it’s with these exact words that they meet the fall semester. Yale students will be embarking on a…
The rapid evolution of generative AI last winter turned academia upside down. Many educators feared these new tools would lead to constant cheating so they took measures to prevent this nightmare. In some cases, AI tools like ChatGPT were simply…
Since a more developed version of artificial intelligence entered our lives, the talk about its misuse didn’t stop for a second. We heard many stories, and now, another one has hit the ground. Now, AI-written books are making unexpected headlines…
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling on June 29 that declared considering race as an independent factor in college admissions as illegal, the Biden administration released its much-anticipated guidance on August 15. Key Takeaways Both the Departments of Education and Justice…
In Idaho, a new law is shifting the dynamics of school curriculum selection, handing significant power to parents and community members. The Guardian reports on the unfolding situation, detailing how this law is causing both collaboration and conflict between parents…
Homeless students constantly face struggles and systemic issues with one of them being chronic absenteeism in schools. A recent article from EdSurge highlights that 37% of homeless students are chronically absent, and the issue becomes more widespread and has especially…
In a recent announcement by the Office of College Admission, Brown University has made significant changes to their undergraduate application for the class of 2028. These changes include a fresh essay prompt and four new “very short answer” questions up…
In a recent discussion with BBC, Equalities Minister Kemi Badenoch emphasized the importance of parents being aware of their children’s experiences at school, particularly regarding questions of gender. Key Takeaways: Involving Parents in Gender Questions Minister Badenoch could not go…