Purdue Accused of Unofficial Ban on Chinese Students
Purdue University faces allegations of an unofficial policy to automatically reject students from China and other adversary nations, amid broader US political pressure on academic ties.
Category : Universities
31 Universities Cut Ties with Minority PhD Program Under Trump Pressure
The Trump administration's campaign against diversity programs has led 31 universities to end partnerships with The PhD Project, a nonprofit helping racial minorities earn doctorates, citing Title VI violations.
Beyond Cheating: AI's Threat to Higher Education's Mission
As universities increasingly adopt AI systems, the real danger isn't student cheating but the erosion of learning ecosystems, mentorship structures, and the very purpose of higher education institutions.
UCL's £21m Deal Fuels Student Compensation Claims Surge
University College London's confidential £21 million settlement with 6,500 former students has triggered a wave of new sign-ups to a group legal action, with 30,000 more joining this week amid claims of disrupted education during the pandemic.
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Epstein Files Impact US Universities: Campus Actions and Reactions
As documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein are released, US universities are taking action against named faculty and affiliates, sparking campus responses. Share your experience.
Australian University Study Reveals Widespread Campus Racism
A new report from an Australian university highlights pervasive racism on campuses, with students from diverse backgrounds reporting discrimination and calls for urgent action.
Students Sue 36 Universities Over Pandemic Online Teaching
More than 170,000 students across England and Wales are seeking compensation from universities after Covid-19 forced courses online. Legal action follows UCL settlement.
Thousands with Low A-Level Grades Admitted to Universities
Exclusive data reveals nearly 6,000 students with equivalent of three E grades at A-level started degrees in England and Wales, sparking debate over academic standards and university admissions policies.
Student Expelled for Hong Kong Fire Accountability Calls
A university has expelled a student, Miles Kwan, for demanding accountability over a Hong Kong fire incident, sparking debates on academic freedom and political expression.
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Student Graduates 33 Years After Completing University Degree
A former University of Bristol student has officially graduated 33 years after finishing her politics degree, having missed her original ceremony due to her father's illness.
Student Jailed for £500k University Admissions Fraud
Sibtain Hussain, 32, from Bradford, has been sentenced to four and a half years for defrauding international university applicants. He stole data from Lancaster University to target over 200 individuals.
UK Intelligence Chiefs Brief Universities on China-Russia Spy Threat
MI5 and NCSC leaders held urgent closed-door meetings with 70 university heads and political party officials, detailing foreign interference tactics including LinkedIn recruitment and financial inducements.
Teen Student Found Dead at University of Lancashire Halls
Police are investigating the sudden death of a teenage student discovered at Ribble Hall on the University of Lancashire campus in Preston. Officers were called to the scene on Victoria Street yesterday afternoon.
Professor Sues Texas A&M Over Firing in Gender Lesson Row
A Texas A&M University professor has filed a lawsuit after being dismissed following a classroom video controversy involving a gender identity lesson, alleging violations of free speech and due process rights.
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Universities Could Be Downgraded Over Racial Equity
A new report proposes universities should be downgraded if black students underperform and staff lack diversity, targeting the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Higher Education's Wider Benefits Beyond Students
New analysis reveals that higher education institutions provide significant economic and social advantages to local communities, including job creation and skills development, extending far beyond student outcomes.
Universities Graded on Protest Handling in Antisemitism Plan
Leaked documents reveal Australian universities will be assessed on protest management under a controversial antisemitism report card system fast-tracked after the Bondi terror attack.
UK's First 'Super-University' Created in Merger
The Universities of Greenwich and Kent have merged to form the UK's inaugural 'super-university,' set to become the third-largest higher education institution, with operations starting in August 2026.
Greenwich and Kent Merge to Form UK's First Super-University
The universities of Greenwich and Kent have received formal approval to merge into the UK's first 'super-university', creating the third-largest higher education institution in the country.
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Sussex University Challenges OfS Fine in Court Over Free Speech
The University of Sussex argues in a judicial review that a £585,000 fine from the Office for Students is unlawful and threatens its reputation and financial stability.
Sussex University Appeals £585k Fine Over Transgender Policy
The University of Sussex has launched a judicial review against a £585,000 penalty from the Office for Students, arguing the regulator overstepped its powers regarding campus free speech.
University Cuts Ties with George Mitchell Over Epstein
Queen's University Belfast removes George Mitchell's name from peace centre and campus bust following Epstein document revelations, citing institutional values and victim experiences.
University Removes George Mitchell's Name Over Epstein Links
Queen's University Belfast removes George Mitchell's name from peace centre and campus bust following revelations in Epstein documents, citing institutional values.
Degree Grade Inflation: Third of Students Get Firsts
Analysis reveals 30% of UK university students received first-class degrees in 2024-2025, up from 13% in 2006-2007, with Imperial College awarding them to 53% of graduates.
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Students Prefer ChatGPT Over Lecturer's Writing in University Test
A UCL writing professor's classroom experiment reveals students preferred AI-generated content over his own work, prompting reflection on writing's future.
UW Students Return After Protest Caused $1M Damage
Over 20 students have resumed studies at the University of Washington following a pro-Palestinian protest that caused extensive damage and sparked ongoing investigations.
Texas A&M Ends Women's Studies Over Race and Gender Rules
Texas A&M University is terminating its women's and gender studies programme and altering hundreds of course syllabuses under a new policy restricting classroom discussions on race and gender topics.
Melbourne Professor Leaves After Settling Political Views Dispute
Dr Eric Descheemaeker has agreed to leave the University of Melbourne following a confidential settlement of his federal court discrimination case, which centred on allegations his suspension was due to his political opinions.
Oxford Drops Own Entrance Exams for Standardised Tests
Oxford University has scrapped its famous bespoke entrance exams in favour of generic tests used by other institutions, aiming to streamline applications and improve inclusivity for 2027 entry candidates.
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Yale Slashes Tuition for Families Earning Under $200,000
Yale College introduces sweeping financial aid changes, eliminating tuition for families earning less than $200,000 annually and covering full attendance costs for those under $100,000.
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