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Little-Known Network of Higher Ed Institutes Has Roots in Anti–Gay Marriage Fight and Opus Dei
The Foundation for Excellence in Higher Education supports programs based at or near 14 elite universities. It’s headquartered at a conservative think tank and funded generously by right-leaning donors. But what are its aims?
AAUP Opposes ‘Anticipatory Obedience’ to Trump, GOP
The American Association of University Professors released a statement Thursday urging universities not to engage in “anticipatory obedience,” which it...
Amy Wax Sues, Accuses Penn of Racial Double Standard for Speech About Black, Jewish People
University of Pennsylvania law professor Amy Wax is suing her institution, asking a judge to overturn Penn’s sanctions against her...
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Texas A&M Pulls Out of Event Rufo Described as ‘Racial Segregation’
The national conservative activist wrote on social media that a student recruiting conference violates the state’s DEI ban because it excludes whites and Asians. Governor Abbott then threatened to fire the A&M president.
Denied Vote on Pro-BDS Resolution, MLA Convention Attendees Protest
The backlash continues to the Modern Language Association Executive Council’s fall decision not to let members vote on a pro-Palestinian resolution.
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Pro-Palestinian Columbia Professor Departs After Investigation
Katherine Franke, a law professor whose interview became the subject of a university investigation, says she’s effectively been terminated.
KU Professor Fired Amid China Initiative Sues to Regain Job
The University of Kansas fired a professor whom a jury convicted in 2022 as part of the first Trump administration’s...