An Iranian refugee warns American universities about accepting foreign money and embracing extreme views
Picture a university that truly put America first. What if, the day after Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, Harvard’s Palestine Solidarity Committee had not blamed the victims of the assault? What if the words “Glory to our martyrs,” projected by Students for Justice in Palestine at George Washington University, had instead been replaced […]
Understanding AI is emerging as the new digital literacy for universities.
A century ago, universities aimed to cultivate deeply “literate” graduates by exposing them to significant literary works, requiring analytical essays, and encouraging classroom debates. As the internet emerged a few decades back, colleges understood the necessity to revise their curricula and teaching approaches—ensuring that students not only understood classic literature but also developed the digital […]
JD Vance reveals significant enforcement against companies and universities substituting Americans with foreign workers.
Microsoft and Other Firms Suspended from Visa Programs Vice President JD Vance announced that Microsoft and several companies have been suspended from a program that allows temporary H-1B visa holders to seek permanent residency in the United States. The Trump administration had previously criticized firms for misusing the H-1B visa program, suggesting that they replaced […]
Hegseth Introduces New ‘Patriotic’ Officer Training Program in Collaboration with Certain Universities
New Military Training Program Aimed at Cultivating Patriotic Officers Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has announced a new initiative designed to increase the number of “patriotic” military officers in collaboration with several universities. Beginning Monday, the War Department is launching America’s Corps of Cadets, which will partner with institutions to broaden officer training opportunities, as […]
DEI is seeking to dominate AI. These universities are at the forefront.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: A Complex Reality In the past decade, initiatives focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have significantly reshaped various sectors in America. Some argue these initiatives have shifted from merit-based criteria to identity-based quotas, affecting workplace hiring, college admissions, and promotions. However, figures like Piers Morgan suggest that the era […]
Dorms divided by race? HUD looking into universities regarding ‘identity-based’ living situations
The Trump administration is looking into two universities that receive federal funds, amid claims they are infringing civil rights laws with their race-based student housing options. At the University of Massachusetts Amherst, which received more than $322 million in federal funding for the fiscal year 2024, there are five so-called “Defined Residential Communities.” These communities […]
Several universities now accept PayPal and Venmo for tuition payments.
Universities Adopt PayPal and Venmo for Tuition Payments Several universities are starting to allow students and families to pay their tuition using PayPal or Venmo. Among the first institutions to embrace this approach are Bellarmine University, Butler University, Kansas State University, Michigan State University, and Texas Tech University. More schools are expected to follow suit […]
Pentagon instructs 30 universities to review foreign connections or face funding consequences
The Pentagon has instructed 30 U.S. universities to undertake audits of their financial and research ties with foreign entities, with the potential risk of losing federal funding if they fail to comply. The directive aims for agencies to thoroughly evaluate specified foreign collaborations, particularly their exposure to “sensitive or export-controlled research.” Emile Michael, the Under […]
Claims suggest connections between Harvard and Chinese universities linked to the military
Harvard’s Research Ties Under Scrutiny A recent report from the House Select Committee investigating the Chinese Communist Party reveals that Harvard University has not sufficiently safeguarded its research collaborations with various Chinese institutions, including some linked to China’s military and defense sectors. Interestingly, researchers from Harvard have co-authored over 140 publications with colleagues from these […]
Even those on the left are now highlighting the significant bias in American universities.
Diversity Issues in Academia: A Political Perspective There’s an ongoing discussion about diversity in academia, and it’s starting to gain some traction. This isn’t about racial or gender diversity. It’s focusing more on political diversity. Phil Bredesen, former governor of Tennessee, is raising concerns about this issue. He pointed out that his research shows that […]