Students for Fair Admissions and Harvard Revive the Idea of Meritocracy
Changes in University Admissions After Supreme Court Ruling Two years back, the Supreme Court made a significant decision, overturning a long-standing rule that allowed universities to consider affirmative action in admissions. This ruling indicated that race could not be a factor in whether a student gains entry into a school. In the cases against Harvard […]
Meet the college students promoting healthy eating and environmental awareness on TikTok
Sophie Pokera has recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in English, complemented by a solid education in nutrition. Growing up, she believed she was eating healthily by choosing foods rich in protein and fiber. However, during her first year in college, she started to question her awareness of what she was […]
College Team Accused of Bias Against Female Students in Effort to Keep Trans Males Off Campus, Complaint Claims
Smith College Faces Civil Rights Complaints A prominent all-women’s university in the U.S. is dealing with civil rights complaints, which reportedly have resulted in some men ending up in hospitals and silencing student voices. According to its admission policy, Smith College accepts anyone who identifies as a woman. Federal complaints have been lodged by the […]
Judge Appointed by Obama Permits Harvard to Keep Accepting International Students
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Ban on Harvard’s Foreign Student Enrollment A federal judge recently intervened to stop the Trump administration from prohibiting Harvard University from enrolling foreign students. Harvard initiated legal action against the administration after it sought to revoke the university’s ability to host international students, a move that stemmed from unresolved issues […]
Harvard secures court ruling permitting international students during Trump controversy
Announcement Regarding Harvard University Contract On Friday, President Trump indicated that an announcement about a contract with Harvard University, specifically concerning international student policies, is expected within the week. “Many have inquired about what’s happening with Harvard’s significant misconduct that we’ve been addressing,” Trump shared. “We’ve been in close discussions with Harvard, and it seems […]
A federal judge stops Trump’s attempt to prevent Harvard from hosting foreign students.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Move Against Harvard’s International Students A federal judge has halted the Trump administration’s attempts to stop Harvard University from enrolling international students. US District Judge Alison Burrows issued a ruling that allows Harvard to continue hosting foreign students while ongoing legal issues are addressed. This decision represents another win for […]
DOJ Takes Legal Action Against Kentucky Governor Over Lower In-State Tuition for Undocumented Students
DOJ Sues Kentucky Governor Over Tuition Regulations The Department of Justice, under President Donald Trump, is taking legal action against Kentucky’s Governor, Andy Beshear, regarding state tuition regulations that allow reduced fees for undocumented immigrants. The lawsuit claims that Beshear’s policies discriminate against American students by not extending the same reduced tuition rates to them, […]
Trial for the killings of Idaho college students might experience another delay
Just under six weeks after the judge’s ruling, the highly publicized trial concerning the deaths of four Idaho college students might face another delay. Judge Stephen Hippler is set to listen to arguments on Wednesday regarding this request. He is also anticipated to deliberate on whether the defense should be allowed to present evidence related […]
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 […]
Illinois teacher faces 52 additional charges for suspected sexual assault of students.
Charges Filed Against Illinois Teacher for Student Sexual Abuse In 2023, an Illinois State Attorney brought forward 52 new charges against high school teacher Christina Formella relating to sexual assault and abuse of students. A video from April showed the 30-year-old being extradited and taken into custody during a traffic stop, stemming from allegations of […]