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Melania Trump’s College Experience Amended on Bio

America’s future First Lady Melania Trump “paused her studies” to pursue a modeling career in Milan and Paris. That’s according to her new biography on President-elect Donald Trump’s transition website, GreatAgain.gov. The biography states that Melania Trump “would pursue a degree at the University of Ljubljana in Slovenia, but paused her studies to advance her […]

November 17, 2016

College Students Protest Donald Trump’s Deportation Plans

College students at campuses around the United States marched and rallied Wednesday, urging administrators to protect students and employees against immigration action under a Donald Trump presidency. Rallying supporters on social media with the hashtag #SanctuaryCampus, organizers said actions were planned at more than 80 schools, including Vermont’s Middlebury College, where about 400 people gathered, […]

November 17, 2016

Leadership & Policy

Eduardo Padrón to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

Dr. Eduardo Padrón reached another milestone in his celebrated career in higher education when it was announced Wednesday that he will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor.

November 16, 2016

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TMCF to Trump: Let Supreme Court Reflect Diversity

There is huge merit to diversifying a Court that will increasingly make decisions impacting everyday Americans.

November 16, 2016

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Partnership with Northern Arizona University Boosts Native Americans’ Educational Opportunities

Tribal colleges partner with Northern Arizona University to improve educational opportunities for Native Americans in the region.

November 15, 2016

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Merryman Says Respect for Sensitivities of LGBT Students Must Travel Well

Kent State associate professor says there’s not much information available about vetting chaperones and partnering organizations in regard to “study-abroad programs overall.”

November 15, 2016

Oklahoma Student in Penn Racist Chat ‘No Longer Enrolled’

NORMAN, Okla. — University of Oklahoma President David Boren says a student involved in a racist incident at the University of Pennsylvania “is no longer enrolled” at OU. Boren said in a statement Tuesday that the university has “zero tolerance” for those who take part in racism. Boren said OU will maintain a strong sense […]

November 15, 2016

Abilene Christian University Apologizes for Blackface Student Posting

ABILENE, Texas —A Christian university in Texas says some students no longer attend the school after images were posted online of a white student in blackface exclaiming: “I’m a strong black woman.” A student wearing an Abilene Christian University shirt and shorts is seen with her face covered in black. She also applies some oversized […]

November 15, 2016

Woman Sues Utah State after Sexual Assault at Fraternity Party

OGDEN, Utah — A former Utah State University student has sued the school, claiming officials knew about reports of sexual assault and heavy drinking at fraternity parties but failed to take serious action before she was raped by a fraternity brother who had been accused multiple times before. The lawsuit filed last week contends women […]

November 15, 2016

Students, Faculty Ask UVa President not to Quote Jefferson

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. —The University of Virginia president defended her use of Thomas Jefferson quotations after a group of students and professors criticized her, saying Jefferson shouldn’t be used as a “moral compass” because he was a slave owner. School president Teresa Sullivan quoted Jefferson in statements made to the campus community before and after Donald […]

November 15, 2016

Hearing Set on Future of Alabama State President Gwendolyn Boyd

MONTGOMERY, Ala. —Trustees at Alabama State University in Montgomery have decided to hold a hearing that could result in the removal of president Gwendolyn Boyd. The decision came during a board meeting held Monday. Boyd was suspended from work 10 days ago, and the hearing set for Dec. 16 will determine the next step. Board […]

November 15, 2016

The 2016 Presidential Election — Postscript

For some people, November 8, 2016 is one of the greatest days in American history. Others may very well see it as a day that will live in political infamy.

November 14, 2016

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PBS Newscaster Gwen Ifill Dies

Veteran journalist and newscaster Gwen Ifill has died of cancer at age 61.

November 14, 2016

Diverse Conversations: Colleges’ Post-election Diversity Responsibilities

The nation’s youngest adults are not all enlightened when it comes to diversity and equality.

November 14, 2016

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Carrie Billy Embraces Role as Tribal College Advocate

When she entered the University of Arizona, Carrie Billy had aspirations of becoming a sports journalist. However, nearing the end of her undergraduate schooling, she had a change of heart.

November 14, 2016

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Lipscomb University Celebrates Renaming of Legal Program After Civil Rights Icon

Lipscomb University, a private, liberal-arts institution in Nashville, celebrates the renaming of its legal seminars program after civil rights legend Fred D. Gray.

November 11, 2016

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Historical Appreciation: Reflecting on the 2016 Presidential Election

On election night, I received hundreds of messages from friends and colleagues from throughout the country.

November 11, 2016

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Protests Bring Out Angry Millennials in Chicago

Thousands of unhappy citizens took to the streets of Chicago in protest last night.

November 10, 2016

Thousands of protesters take to the streets of Chicago, Illinois, USA, on November 9, 2016 after Donald Trump was elected president of the United States. (Photo from Sipa via AP Images)