Oklahoma Governor Approves Law Preventing Funding for DEI in Colleges
Oklahoma Governor Signs DEI Funding Bill Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt (R) recently approved a bill aimed at funding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in higher education. This signing event took place on Tuesday, and back in May, Stitt ceremonially signed SB 796 alongside U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon. Their meeting included a discussion on […]
Popular TikTok trend reveals sorority sleeping areas and porches at big colleges
Sorority Cold Rooms: A Trend Among College Campuses As students return to campuses this fall, a peculiar trend is emerging on social media, particularly among those budding members of Greek life. The spotlight is on “sorority cold rooms,” which are becoming a hot topic for discussion. These cold rooms typically consist of shared bedrooms, outfitted […]
Colleges are experiencing financial setbacks due to a decline in international student enrollment.
An education consultant has indicated that this upcoming academic year may feel rather ordinary as universities grapple with financial challenges stemming from losses in international student enrollment. The situation is notable as many prestigious institutions have begun offering spots to students who were initially on the waitlist. It’s being reported that, unusually, discussions regarding waitlists […]
Trump directs colleges to provide evidence that race is not a factor in admissions.
The university is required to provide evidence that President Donald Trump won’t factor race into admissions, following new directives issued on Thursday. In 2023, the Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action in admissions, but noted that if applicants choose to discuss their experiences in their essays, the university could still consider how these experiences were […]
Move aside, racial quotas and DEI issues. Colleges are allowing high schoolers to showcase their values to gain admission.
Colleges Encourage Student Discussions on Current Issues Elite American colleges are working with global critics to evaluate potential applicants in a unique way. They’ve created a program that invites applicants to express their thoughts on pressing topics like the Gaza conflict and societal disconnect. Institutions such as Colby College, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University, MIT, […]
Affluent families are purchasing homes in other states to take advantage of tuition savings at colleges.
Tuition Discounts and Real Estate Strategies University tuition can be quite overwhelming, and many affluent families are, understandably, on the hunt for ways to ease these expenses. While scholarships are a common route, another increasingly popular option involves taking advantage of state residency tuition discounts. Every state offers reduced tuition rates for its residents, largely […]
Senate parliamentarian disapproves tax exemption for religious colleges and gun silencer deregulation in GOP major bill
A senator has dismissed Republican efforts to exempt a select few religious institutions, like Hillsdale University, from taxation on university contributions. This comes amid a proposed GOP bill aimed at significantly increasing taxes on donations from affluent universities, while specifically exempting Hillsdale, a Christian liberal arts college in Michigan, which has enlisted lobbyists to avoid […]
Colleges anxiously anticipate the Trump-Harvard agreement
In light of President Trump’s announcement regarding a new contract with Harvard, the university is taking a moment to reassess its position. After a period marked by halted funding and various federal investigations, along with Trump’s attempts to limit Harvard’s international student enrollment, the president indicated that details about the arrangement should surface in the […]
Colleges Hold Billion-Dollar Funds While Raising Tuition Fees
Rising Tuition and Job Cuts at Universities Despite Large Donations Many universities are increasing tuition fees and making cuts to staffing, all while having significant donations in their coffers. Although schools have criticized the Trump administration’s cuts to federal funding, the reality is that tuition fees have been on the rise for years. Revenues have […]
Serious misinformation issue poses risks to Jewish students in US colleges
Misinformation’s Threat to Truth and Safety on Campuses Misinformation is evolving beyond just an online problem; it poses a significant threat to honesty, democracy, and overall safety, particularly on American university campuses. Today’s students primarily consume news through TikTok, Instagram, and other social media, where accuracy often takes a back seat to engagement. The more […]