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Section: Institutions
Institutions
Virginia Tech Cuts $8.4 Million from Diversity Programs as Students Protest Living Learning Community Closures
Students mobilize against elimination of Ujima and Lavender House residential programs amid broader institutional DEI review.
November 20, 2025
HBCUs
Xavier University Receives $38 Million from MacKenzie Scott
Second major gift from philanthropist brings total support to $58 million.
November 20, 2025
HBCUs
MacKenzie Scott Channels Over $700 Million to HBCUs in Historic Giving Spree
The latest wave of contributions arrived Friday, with Prairie View A&M University in Texas receiving $63 million, Bowie State University in Maryland securing $50 million, and Philander Smith University in Arkansas obtaining $19 million.
November 17, 2025
Institutions
Texas A&M System Mandates Presidential Approval for Race and Gender Course Content
The policy prohibits courses from including "race or gender ideology" and other  topics without advance approval.
November 14, 2025
Community Colleges
Community College Trustees Increasingly Diverse, Face Mounting Enrollment and Funding Pressures
New survey reveals shifting demographics and priorities among nation's community college boards.
November 13, 2025
Community Colleges
U.S. College Enrollment Rises 2 Percent This Fall, Led by Community College Gains
Community colleges posted the strongest gains among undergraduate institutions, with enrollment climbing 4 percent.
November 11, 2025
Institutions
Roosevelt University Awarded $1.36 Million Federal Grant to Support Underrepresented Students
The federal award will provide $272,364 annually to help 140 students per year complete their degrees through individualized advising, tutoring, peer mentoring, and financial literacy programs.
November 11, 2025
HBCUs
Applications Soar to Public HBCUs Even as Funding Gaps Threaten National Competitiveness
An analysis reveals these institutions drive economic mobility and STEM talent production while operating with far fewer resources than peers.
November 6, 2025
Institutions
Jeff Yass Pledges $100M to University of Austin for Permanent Tuition-Free Model
Billionaire's donation comes with stipulation that institution reject all government funding.
November 6, 2025
From the Magazine
Realizing the Dream
Morgan State University President Dr. David Wilson outlines plans to open new medical school.
November 5, 2025
Institutions
Vanderbilt Launches First Campus Outside Nashville in Manhattan
The campus will initially offer two academic programs: an Undergraduate Semester Program and a Master of Science in Business and Technology.
November 5, 2025
Institutions
Trinity Christian College to Close After 66 Years in Illinois
The college's Board of Trustees made the closure decision after reviewing the institution's financial outlook and strategic alternatives.
November 4, 2025
HBCUs
Alabama HBCU Sells Historic Murals to Secure Institution's Future
The sale brought the college approximately $20 million, representing a creative solution to the severe financial pressures facing the private HBCU.
November 4, 2025
HBCUs
Howard University, VSU and Spelman Receives Record Gifts from MacKenzie Scott
All three universities say that the philanthropic gifts will help to focus on student success initiatives.
October 31, 2025
Institutions
Teach For America Partners with Aspen Institute to Add Policy Training for Rural Educators
The new curriculum aims to help rural educators influence education policy at the state and national levels while addressing challenges in their local schools.
October 31, 2025
HBCUs
Alcorn State Receives Record $42 Million Gift from MacKenzie Scott
The unrestricted donation represents Scott's second major contribution to the Mississippi institution. She previously gave $25 million in 2020, bringing her total support to $67 million.
October 29, 2025
HBCUs
MacKenzie Scott Awards $76 Million to Two HBCUs in Record-Breaking Donation
The gifts are part of Scott's broader commitment to historically Black colleges and universities. This year alone, Scott has given over $300 million to HBCUs and programs supporting students from marginalized communities.
October 29, 2025
Institutions
TCU Dissolves Women and Gender Studies, Race and Ethnic Studies Departments
The decision comes as higher education institutions nationwide face mounting scrutiny over programs related to diversity, equity and inclusion—particularly those focusing on gender and race.
October 26, 2025
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