Harvard hires ex-student charged in protest assault
Harvard University has hired a former graduate student, Elom Tettey-Tamaklo, who faced assault charges after a pro-Palestine protest confrontation. Discover the full story and its implications.
Category : Universities
Tommy Gee, progressive colonial administrator, dies at 100
Tommy Gee, a colonial administrator who helped double Uganda's secondary schools after independence, has died aged 100. Discover his remarkable life of public service.
Cambridge Reaches Out to Reform Over Funding Fears
Cambridge University confirms talks with Reform UK amid concerns a future government led by Nigel Farage could cut funding to elite institutions, mirroring Trump-style policies.
Northwestern University in $75m federal settlement
Northwestern University agrees a landmark $75m settlement with the US government over alleged discriminatory admissions and a hostile environment for Jewish students. Discover the details.
Northwestern University pays $75m in US deal
Northwestern University agrees to a $75m settlement with the US government, restoring $790m in research funding after antisemitism investigations. Discover the details of this landmark higher education agreement.
David Young: Linguist & Welsh Culture Champion Dies at 94
Celebrating the life of David Young, university lecturer and author whose grammar books remain influential worldwide. Discover his passion for Wales and lasting legacy.
US international student numbers plunge 17%
New international student enrolment in US universities has fallen by 17%, costing an estimated $1.1 billion and 23,000 jobs amid tightened visa rules. Discover the impact on global education competition.
Tributes for Hull student Poppy Johnson, 18
The community mourns the sudden loss of Poppy Johnson, an 18-year-old Bangor University student and passionate animal lover. Read the touching tributes.
University Professor Fired for In-Class Drinking
A George Mason University adjunct professor was dismissed after drinking alcohol with undergraduate students during a lesson. One student required medical attention. Read the full investigation details.
Student accused of striking man in campus clash
Fort Lewis College student Megan Mollet allegedly struck 66-year-old Dave Peters during heated TPUSA chapter approval meeting. Police filed case as harassment.
University Backlash Over Adult Performer Lecture
University of Washington faces online fury after inviting adult performer Ari Kytsya to lecture on human sexuality. Discover the debate over sex work in academia.
University's 'Whiteness Pandemic' Initiative Sparks Debate
The University of Minnesota faces scrutiny for its 'whiteness pandemic' initiative, offering strategies to combat racism. Critics call it a violation of institutional neutrality.
Chinese families move to US for elite universities
Ambitious Chinese mothers are uprooting their lives and moving to America to bypass the ultra-competitive gaokao exam and boost their children's chances of attending top-tier universities like Stanford.
24 English universities at risk of closure within year
MPs learn 24 higher education providers face imminent market exit, with smaller institutions most vulnerable. Discover the financial crisis gripping England's universities.
50 UK Universities Risk Closure in Three Years
The Office for Students warns 50 UK institutions face closure due to financial crisis. Discover the causes and which universities are most at risk.
Time to Stop Worshipping the Liberal Arts
Jianyang Geng argues liberal arts institutions must embrace market reform. Critical thinking isn't their sole domain; STEM fields demand equal intellectual rigour. Discover why change is essential.
University lecturers using AI due to funding pressures
UK university lecturers are increasingly using AI for course creation amid zero-hours contracts and lack of government investment. Discover how this impacts education quality.
University Warns of 'Whiteness Pandemic' Driving Racism
University of Minnesota researchers identify 'whiteness pandemic' as driver of systemic racism, offering resources for parents and educators to combat racial inequality.
US universities face state department funding ban
Harvard, Yale and Stanford among dozens of US universities at risk of being excluded from a key State Department research partnership over diversity hiring practices. Discover the implications.
Ferguson Backs 150 Scholarships for Students
Sir Alex Ferguson pledges £500,000 to create 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students at Glasgow Caledonian University. Join the campaign to transform lives through education.
Reform UK's Zia Yusuf: Cut University Numbers
Reform UK's Zia Yusuf calls for fewer university students, despite his LSE degree. He suggests closing some universities and limiting overseas student intake. Read the full story.
Bath University Green Belt Student Housing Row
Plans to build nearly 300 student homes on protected Green Belt land in Bath threaten rare wildlife and panoramic views, sparking fierce local opposition. Join the debate on urban development.
Trump's University Deals Threaten Academic Freedom
University of Virginia and Cornell agreements with Trump administration pose grave threats to academic independence and freedom of inquiry. Discover the alarming details.
Harvard's Larry Summers resigns over Epstein ties
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers ceases teaching at Harvard amid investigation into his communications with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Read the full investigation.
Student dies in pancake contest after dad lost in 9/11
Caitlin Nelson, 20, died after a charity pancake-eating contest, a second tragedy for a family who lost father James in the 9/11 terror attacks. Read the full story.
Brooke Boney returns to Today after Oxford graduation
Brooke Boney makes a triumphant return to the Today show after earning a Masters in Public Policy from Oxford University. Discover her journey and future plans.
Student dies in overcrowded fraternity pool party
A 19-year-old UC Berkeley student drowned during an overcrowded fraternity party with 300 attendees. Police cite heavy alcohol consumption but no foul play. Read the full investigation.
CSU Fullerton mourns two student deaths in one week
California State University Fullerton is devastated by the tragic deaths of two 19-year-old students, Destiny Morris and Lauren Turner, just one week apart. Read the full story and tribute details.
Larry Summers Leaves Harvard Over Epstein Ties
Disgraced economist Larry Summers departs Harvard University immediately as the institution investigates his extensive communications with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
University HR chief resigns over remote work comments
Adelaide University's Deputy Vice-Chancellor Paula Ward resigns following backlash after suggesting staff working from home were taking 'four-day weekends'. Discover the full story behind the controversial remarks.
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