Fake Deportation Notices
Activists at Harvard apologized for posting deportation notices in college dorms. The purpose was to raise awareness about deportation. In National Review.
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Sign Language and “Cultural Appropriation”
Scott Community College in Iowa is being accused of "cultural appropriation" because some of its sign language classes are taught by teachers who can hear.
In National Review.
LA Times Defends Free Speech
In a recent editorial, the Los Angeles Times spoke out in defense of free speech on campus. On Intellectual Takeout.
New U.S. Education Staff Members
Betsy DeVos has officially hired nine senior staff members, some being "controversial choices." On Inside Higher Ed.
“Sexual Assault Awareness”
Yesterday, students at UNC Chapel Hill rallied together to raise awareness about the "pervasive" sexual assault culture on campus. In WRAL.
“Free College” Plan Harms Students
Preston Cooper argues that "free college" plans do not benefit students. He suggests that states instead adopt an "income-share agreement" approach. On Forbes.
Twelve New Members on UNC Board of Governors
"Twelve new members will be introduced in the UNC-system Board of Governors in July," reports Carina McDermed. This has sparked conversation about what priorities should guide the board's future decisions. In the Daily Tar Heel.
Loan Servicing Memos Withdrawn
Betsy DeVos has withdrawn three Obama-era loan servicing memos due to a "lack of consistent objectives" and in order to avoid any "ambiguity" or "inconsistency" in the loan servicing process. In the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Consequences for Claremont McKenna Students
Students at Claremont McKenna College who protested speaker Heather Mac Donald last week may face repercussions such as “temporary or permanent separation from the college.” In the Daily Signal.
“Diversity Benefits for Higher Education”
Clemson University is spending over $25,000 to provide “diversity education and training” for its faculty members. As an incentive, the university offered free mugs and t-shirts.
In Campus Reform.