Campus shooting lockdown at South Carolina State University
Chaos erupted at South Carolina State University as gunfire near campus housing triggered an immediate lockdown, with students sheltering in place while police hunted for suspects.
Category : Universities
Kansas professor resigns after Charlie Kirk event controversy
University of Kansas professor Nuchelle Chance resigns following campus uproar after Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk event, sparking academic freedom debates.
Trump visa crackdown threatens small US colleges
American small colleges face financial turmoil as Trump administration's proposed international student restrictions could slash vital tuition revenue, forcing potential closures.
Charlie Kirk's 'Kill Colleges' Speech Divides UK Academics
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's controversial call to 'kill the colleges' has ignited fierce debate about academic freedom and political influence in British higher education institutions.
University blunder led to student's tragic death
Exclusive: Ben Corfield's parents break their silence after Cardiff University missed crucial warnings about their son's deteriorating mental health, leading to unimaginable tragedy weeks before his graduation.
Leqaa Kordia University Gaza protests: Campus occupation escalates
Leqaa Kordia University becomes epicentre of campus activism as pro-Palestinian protesters occupy buildings, demanding academic ties be cut with Israeli institutions. Police maintain watch as tensions escalate.
Trump's fiery return: Vows to crush 'Marxist' universities
Donald Trump made a triumphant return to Washington DC, delivering a blistering attack on elite universities and pledging to defend 'Western civilisation' from 'Marxist' academics in his first speech since leaving office.
Emma Watson's secret Oxford University life revealed
Emma Watson shares her surprising journey of attending Oxford University under the radar, writing a play about her experiences of being an ordinary student away from the Hollywood spotlight.
Oxford honours first indigenous female scholar after 100 years
A century after her groundbreaking studies, Māori scholar Makereti Papakura receives long-overdue recognition from Oxford University for her pioneering anthropological work.
University of Tennessee Faces Controversy Over Senior Admin Firing
Exclusive investigation reveals Dr. Teresa Santiago's dramatic dismissal from University of Tennessee Health Science Center amid allegations of institutional retaliation and discrimination.
University AI funding frozen over diversity policies
Dalhousie University's artificial intelligence research funding has been suspended by the Canadian government amid concerns over diversity-focused hiring practices, sparking debate about academic freedom and equity policies.
UCL cuts international students amid visa crackdown
University College London dramatically reduces international student admissions as new government visa restrictions hit UK higher education sector, raising concerns about financial stability.
Newcastle University student dies from suspected meningitis
Newcastle University mourns the loss of a first-year student who passed away after a short illness, with suspected meningitis prompting health warnings across campus.
UC Berkeley celebrates 26th Nobel Prize winner
The University of California, Berkeley cements its status as a Nobel Prize powerhouse with its 26th laureate, joining an elite circle of institutions with multiple Nobel winners across diverse scientific fields.
Liverpool University removes 1000+ books in HarperCollins deal
Liverpool University sparks outrage by removing over 1,000 books from its library in partnership with HarperCollins, raising concerns about academic freedom and publisher influence.
US Universities Close Amid Violent Pro-Palestine Protests
American universities including Columbia and USC face unprecedented closures as pro-Palestinian demonstrations turn violent, prompting mass arrests and campus lockdowns across the country.
Glasgow University accused over student graduation day death
Glasgow University accused of systemic failures in supporting a vulnerable student who took his own life hours before his graduation ceremony, as parents demand accountability.
Bristol student denied degree after suicide
A heartbreaking case reveals how Natasha Abrahart, a University of Bristol physics student who died by suicide, was deemed ineligible to graduate despite completing her studies.
Starmer's 50% university target echoes Blair education vision
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious plan to send half of young people to university, reviving Tony Blair's education legacy while addressing Britain's skills gap.
SOAS accused of aiding China's repression of Tibetan student
SOAS faces mounting criticism after expelling Tibetan student Zhang Yadi following pressure from Chinese authorities, raising serious concerns about academic freedom and foreign interference in UK universities.
University Challenge contestants fail music round spectacularly
BBC Two's University Challenge faces awkward silence as both Durham and St John's College teams fail to identify basic classical compositions, leaving viewers astonished at the musical knowledge gap.
Florida University Shooting: Campus Lockdown After Active Shooter Alert
Florida International University plunged into chaos as an active shooter alert sent students scrambling for safety. Campus lockdown and massive police response underway.
Edinburgh University cancels 'Queer Geographies' course
The University of Edinburgh has cancelled its controversial 'Queer and Trans Geographies' postgraduate module after failing to attract enough students, raising questions about niche course demand.
Edinburgh University staff strike over pay and conditions
Academic and support staff at the University of Edinburgh have launched a three-day strike in a major dispute over pay, pensions, and working conditions, causing significant disruption.
Personal letters boost university hopes in deprived areas
A powerful campaign using handwritten letters from graduates is transforming attitudes towards higher education in disadvantaged communities across England, with remarkable results.
LA Film School Accused of Predatory Lending in Lawsuit
A newly unsealed lawsuit alleges a major Los Angeles film school misled students with false promises of Hollywood careers, trapping them in crippling debt. The case exposes what plaintiffs call a 'predatory' for-profit education model.
Ole Miss Fraternity Suspended Over Racist 'Lynching' Video
The University of Mississippi has suspended a fraternity after a viral video showed members allegedly staging a mock lynching of a black mannequin, sparking widespread condemnation and an official investigation.
Uni Student's Viral 'Shoe Theory' Explodes on TikTok
A University of Leicester student's humorous social theory about how shoes predict personality traits has taken TikTok by storm, sparking a global debate and academic interest.
Utah Bans Diversity Statements in University Hiring
The US state of Utah has outlawed diversity statements in public university hiring processes, a major victory for conservative activist Charlie Kirk's campaign against 'ideological litmus tests' in higher education.
Palestinian students evacuated from Gaza arrive in UK
A group of Palestinian students, evacuated from the conflict in Gaza, have arrived safely in the UK to continue their studies under a government-supported scheme, finding refuge and academic opportunity.
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