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Majority of US Colleges Earn 'F' Grades for Campus Free Speech Climate, New Rankings Show
The 2026 College Free Speech Rankings, released by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE), awarded failing grades to 166 of the 257 institutions surveyed—a stark indicator of declining tolerance for diverse viewpoints across higher education.
September 9, 2025
On the Move
Junius J. Gonzales
Junius J. Gonzales has been named vice chancellor of Academic Affairs for the California State University system.
September 8, 2025
Opinion
In This Season of “Going Up”: Calling All Leaders
Academic code-switching often looks more likeÂ
dispositional passing
. If you can “pass,” you can have an easier academic life. You deflect, stay under the radar— “nobody’s gonna know,” as the viral TikTok sound goes.
September 8, 2025
Leadership & Policy
College Board Ends Tool That Helped Colleges Find Disadvantaged Students
The decision comes amid Trump administration pressure and scrutiny from conservative groups.
September 8, 2025
From the Magazine
Rising Above the Noise: How Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Chancellor is transforming a university and community
How Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Chancellor is transforming a university and community.
September 7, 2025
On the Move
Melody Goodman
Melody Goodman has been named dean of the NYU School of Global Public Health.
September 5, 2025
Faculty & Staff
Northwestern President Michael Schill Resigns Amid Federal Funding Freeze
University leader steps down after three-year tenure marked by achievements and federal challenges.
September 4, 2025
Institutions
Emory University Dismantles DEI Programs Amid Federal Compliance Requirements
The Atlanta-based institution was among 45 universities nationwide that came under federal scrutiny in March for race-based programs designed to increase diversity in specific fields.
September 4, 2025
African-American
Civil Rights Pioneer and A&T Four Member Joseph McNeil Dies at 83
McNeil was 17 when he and his dormitory floormates decided to challenge segregation at the downtown Greensboro Woolworth's store.
September 4, 2025
Opinion
Rule 56: An Appeal for Justice from the Margins
In higher education, Black women are showcased on websites and brochures yet undermined in daily practice. Research confirms we are disproportionately bullied, mobbed, and harassed.
September 4, 2025
Institutions
Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration's $2.2 Billion Harvard Funding Freeze
Judge rules that funding halt was unconstitutional retaliation for university's refusal to end DEI programs.
September 4, 2025
Leadership & Policy
House Appropriators Propose 15% Cut to Education Funding, Eliminating Key Student Aid Programs
The proposed bill would reduce discretionary education funding to $66.7 billion, representing a $12.1 billion cut from fiscal year 2025 levels.
September 3, 2025
On the Move
Melissa Lockard
Melissa Lockard has been appointed Director of Institutional Planning and Assessment at Benedict College.
September 3, 2025
On the Move
David Gray
David Gray has been named President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF).
September 3, 2025
Institutions
University of Chicago Announces Major Budget Cuts, 400 Job Reductions Amid Federal Funding Challenges
The reductions will primarily target administrative positions, though the impact will extend across multiple areas of university operations.
September 3, 2025
Students
Survey: College Students Show Declining Tolerance for Free Speech Despite Stated Support
Study reveals that a majority of students would report professors for expressing viewpoints they disagree with, raising concerns about campus climate.
September 3, 2025
Faculty & Staff
A Scholar's Difficult Decision
Dr. Sydney Freeman Jr. is planning to leave the University of Idaho after a decade of service.
September 3, 2025
Leadership & Policy
Education Department Promises On-Time FAFSA Launch After Years of Delays
Secretary McMahon credits technical expertise and early beta testing for successful October 1 rollout.
September 2, 2025
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