Protests in Iran surge again at universities in Tehran and Mashhad amid rising tensions
Tensions escalated in Iran on Sunday as anti-government protests erupted at universities and in the streets of Tehran. There were reports of tear gas and gunfire in the capital. Students convened in Tehran and Mashhad, marking 40 days since the deaths during anti-government protests earlier this year. Ali Safavi, a member of Iran’s parliament in […]
Chinese Control: How the CCP is entering universities
Documentary Explores Foreign Influence in U.S. Universities Steve Cortez’s latest documentary, titled “The Chinese College Takeover,” delves into the growing presence of Chinese individuals in American universities. Sarah Gonzalez, a host on Blaze TV, points out that this is just another facet of immigration that deserves thorough examination. “Once you recognize the issue, you can’t […]
Trump Administration Decides Against Using Federal Money to Pressure California Universities to Comply
Agreement Between Trump Administration and UCLA On Friday, the Trump administration came to an agreement with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), which means the government will retract its request for $1.2 billion and reinstate millions in federal funding. The situation regarding accusations of anti-Semitism and race-based admissions policies, which led to preliminary legal […]
Top California universities investing as much as $17M in Chat GPT and AI for students: ‘Completely rushed into it’
California Universities Spend Millions on AI Tools Amid Faculty Layoffs Recent reports reveal that several prestigious universities in California are investing millions in artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT for their students, raising eyebrows as they simultaneously let go of faculty members. For instance, the University of Southern California (USC), a well-known private research institution, spent […]
Cornell law professor cautions that DEI programs will come back to universities
Concerns Over College Discrimination Efforts The Trump administration’s initiatives to combat discrimination on college campuses have seen some victories, yet Ivy League academics believe more action is necessary. William Jacobson, a long-time professor at Cornell Law School, pointed out in a recent conversation that the Republican leadership must prioritize their agenda on diversity, equity, and […]
Texas Governor Declares H-1B Visa Halt for State Universities
Texas Governor Freezes H-1B Visa Applications On Tuesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott instructed state officials and universities to halt all H-1B visa applications immediately. In a letter addressed to key state leaders, he emphasized that the Texas economy should prioritize “the benefit of Texas workers and Texas employers.” Abbott pointed to “recent reports of abuse” […]
Four Idaho universities charged with violating anti-DEI education law
Investigation Called for on Idaho Anti-DEI Law Compliance A watchdog group is urging the Idaho attorney general to investigate claims that four universities in the state are trying to bypass new regulations established by the Freedom of Research in Higher Education Act, which took effect in July. This law prohibits institutions from mandating students to […]
UAE Stopping Citizens from Attending UK Universities Due to Concerns About Islamism
The United Arab Emirates has reportedly decided to exclude British universities from a significant study abroad funding program due to worries about the potential influence of the Muslim Brotherhood on radicalized campuses in the UK. Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has stated that the UAE is restricting young Emiratis from attending British universities out […]
UAE reduces funding for UK universities due to concerns about radicalization, according to a report
UAE Halts Funding for Students to Study in the UK The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has decided to stop its funding for citizens wanting to study in the UK. This decision, I suppose, stems from worries about potential radicalization while studying abroad. It’s quite a shift, really. Essentially, the UAE has removed British universities from […]
Universities cut 9,000 jobs due to the effects of Trump’s policies on higher education
Job Losses in Higher Education A recent report indicates a troubling trend in the higher education sector, revealing a loss of over 300 jobs in December alone. This brings the total number of job cuts to more than 9,000 throughout 2025. It’s worth noting that these figures might actually be lower than reality, as many […]