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Section: Demographics
Students
Studies Show Minimal Socialization Boost for Interracial Dorm Roommates
Some research shows that interracial dorm-room pairings don’t necessarily lead to greater socialization or mixing of students from different racial or ethnic backgrounds.
November 1, 2017
Students
Norwich University Denies Negligence Prior to Reported Sex Assault
NORTHFIELD, Vt. — A private military college in Vermont is denying a student’s claim that it was negligent in its handling of three complaints against a cadet prior to his expulsion for a reported sexual assault. The Times Argus reports that Norwich University in Northfield is being sued in federal court by a former student […]
November 1, 2017
Sports
Pro Athletes Have a Unique Platform and They’re Using It
Certainly, before Colin Kaepernick’s gesture, you didn’t see cameras scanning the crowd to see who was standing and who was sitting.
October 31, 2017
Students
3 Dartmouth Professors investigated for Sexual Misconduct
The New Hampshire Department of Justice on Tuesday announced an investigation of alleged sexual misconduct by three Dartmouth College professors.
October 31, 2017
Students
Notre Dame Ends Free Contraceptive Coverage for Employees
SOUTH BEND, Ind. — The University of Notre Dame is ending no-cost contraceptive coverage for employees and students. The South Bend Tribune reports that an email set by the Catholic university on Friday to faculty and staff shows that coverage will end for employees on Jan. 1. Students under the school’s insurance plan will be […]
October 31, 2017
African-American
College of Charleston Probing ‘Racially Insensitive’ Halloween Costumes
CHARLESTON, S.C. — A South Carolina college is investigating social media posts that appear to show students in “racially insensitive” Halloween costumes, the school’s president said. College of Charleston President Glenn McConnell says in a statement that the school’s Division of Student Affairs and Department of Public Safety are probing whether students violated the code […]
October 31, 2017
Students
Professor Investigated for Sharp Responses to Muslim Student
CINCINNATI — The University of Cincinnati is reviewing a music professor’s sharp responses to a Middle Eastern Muslim student who wrote in a class assignment that Donald Trump’s presidency negatively affected her family. Assistant professor Clifford Adams’ written replies on the assignment included: “Review this list of Islamic terrorist attacks and then tell me about […]
October 31, 2017
Students
Trahant Moving Forward With Standing Rock Lecture Series
Native American journalist and professor Mark N. Trahant will organize a previously denied journalism lecture series, bringing reporters who covered the Dakota Access Pipeline at Standing Rock to the University of North Dakota.
October 30, 2017
Students
Audit: $164K Misused by Former Cashiers at Grambling State
MONROE, La. — Three former cashiers at Grambling State University are accused of improperly increasing campus spending account balances by $164,000 for 35 students, including two of the ex-workers. Those are among the findings in an audit released Monday by Louisiana Legislative Auditor Daryl Purpera’s office, which said the actions may have violated state and […]
October 30, 2017
Latinx
Challenges Remain for Latino College Presidents
Ten years ago, the number of Hispanic College presidents in the United States was about 5 percent. Today, it is down to roughly about 4 percent.
October 29, 2017
African-American
Vanderbilt, Fisk Partner to Tackle HIV and AIDS
Two Universities are partnering to reach out to individuals at risk for HIV and AIDS in the greater Nashville, Tennessee, area.
October 29, 2017
African-American
Prominent Educator Recognized by Alma Mater
Dr. Jerlando F.L. Jackson—an expert on workforce diversity and workplace discrimination in higher education—and a prolific researcher on issues relating to Black males, was awarded the Alumni Achievement Award from the College of Human Sciences at Iowa State University.
October 29, 2017
Students
Asian American Students Still Struggling With Burden of Expectations
Some Asian students see only one path forward. They must get the best grades. They need to get the highest honors. They have to do all these things to gain acceptance into the most elite colleges, where the process starts anew.
October 26, 2017
Students
Trump Nominates Kenneth Marcus to Lead Office for Civil Rights
The Trump administration has nominated a civil rights and Jewish advocate to a top position with the Education Department’s Office for Civil Rights.
October 26, 2017
Students
Iowa State Faces Lawsuit Over Sexual Assault Policies
DES MOINES, Iowa — A former Iowa State University administrator is suing the school, saying it gives students accused of sexual assault more protection than victims. The lawsuit filed by Robinette Kelley alleges the university blocked her attempts to properly investigate sexual assault complaints and stopped her from ensuring the university was Title IX compliant. […]
October 26, 2017
Students
Clemson Student Vice President Impeached, to Face Trial
CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson University’s student senate has voted to impeach the student government’s vice president, a Black man who recently refused to stand during the Pledge of Allegiance. But Clemson spokesman John Gouch said Thursday the impeachment proceedings started before the pledge protest by Jaren Stewart. Student Senator Miller Hoffman, who is White, introduced […]
October 26, 2017
Students
University of Minnesota Aims to Attract Minority Students
MINNEAPOLIS — The University of Minnesota is increasing efforts to recruit students of color to its Twin Cities campus. The university’s admissions office is scheduling campus tours, sending out recruiters and delivering applications to potential students, Minnesota Public Radio reported. The office has five staff members dedicated to recruiting students of color. The university is […]
October 26, 2017
Students
Following Campus Shooting, Grambling President Assures Safety
Grambling State University’s administration decided to continue classes and homecoming events in the aftermath of two men being shot to death on campus around midnight Tuesday.
October 25, 2017
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