Can universities continue to be a safe space for all? UC Berkeley faces lawsuit as it is accused of “unchecked” antisemitism.
Can universities continue to be a safe space for all? UC Berkeley faces lawsuit as it is accused of “unchecked” antisemitism.
One of the central concerns that dominated the discussion was the daunting $62.8 million operating budget deficit that Queen’s University currently faces.
The Jamaican Cabinet has approved 832 new positions at the state-owned University of Technology. Education Minister Fayval Williams applauded the decision, stating it will provide staff structure certainty. She also lauded the university’s significant contribution to national development and the labor market.
The institution has been a beacon of global education, opening its doors to learners from all corners of the world since its establishment in 1850.
This comes as Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University achieves its goal of having 40.4 percent of its incoming class consist of underrepresented minority or underserved students by the start of the 2022-2023 academic year. The accomplishment aligns with the university’s commitment to increasing representational diversity, and cultural competency and addressing critical societal issues impacting humanity and equity.
As the number of international students worldwide increases, the findings underline the need for universities to prioritize the mental health of this group.
Imperial College London’s “Creative Thinking” online specialization has reached a significant milestone of enrolling 400,000 learners since its launch in 2018. This achievement aligns with the rising prominence of creative thinking in various fields, particularly highlighted by the creative industries’ contribution to the U.K. economy.
The U.S. Department of Education has initiated a civil rights investigation into Harvard University’s legacy admissions policies following a complaint alleging racial discrimination. The complaint was filed by Black and Latino community groups in New England who argued that these policies disproportionately favor white students. The probe follows last month’s Supreme Court ruling that abolished the use of affirmative action in college admissions.
The University of Chichester is under scrutiny for its decision to terminate Professor Hakim Adi, the first Briton of African heritage to become a history professor in the UK, and discontinue his African History course. The university cited financial strain, but the move sparked significant backlash, with nearly 5,000 signing a petition against the decision.
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling against affirmative action, New York colleges are under pressure to end legacy admissions, a practice critics argue favors the wealthy. The practice faces legal challenges and potential state legislation, while some institutions maintain that legacy status does not impact admissions.
Gerardo Ochoa, Linfield’s Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success, suggested the Supreme Court decision will not significantly alter their practices. He stressed that the institution would continue to comply with the ruling while maintaining its focus on diversity and community representation.
International student applications are continuing to rise, with 89 percent of U.S. colleges and universities reporting that 2023-24 applications have either increased or remained the same compared to the previous year. This trend reflects a strong international interest in U.S. higher education, further validating the global appeal of American universities.
A survey involving 120,000 students revealed Germany as a popular study destination. The educational standards of German universities were particularly lauded by international students.
The event will be held on April 21 at the Barcsay Hall of the University.
The former hospital turned student housing is set to become a Durham University college.
Dr. Tanuja Singh was named as the 10th president of University of Indianapolis after months of searching.
This day is observed to commemorate the victims of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre in South Africa, where 69 individuals were killed when the South African Police (SAP) opened fire on a crowd of protestors.
One of the central concerns that dominated the discussion was the daunting $62.8 million operating budget deficit that Queen’s University currently faces.
The Jamaican Cabinet has approved 832 new positions at the state-owned University of Technology. Education Minister Fayval Williams applauded the decision, stating it will provide staff structure certainty. She also lauded the university’s significant contribution to national development and the labor market.
The institution has been a beacon of global education, opening its doors to learners from all corners of the world since its establishment in 1850.
This comes as Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University achieves its goal of having 40.4 percent of its incoming class consist of underrepresented minority or underserved students by the start of the 2022-2023 academic year. The accomplishment aligns with the university’s commitment to increasing representational diversity, and cultural competency and addressing critical societal issues impacting humanity and equity.
As the number of international students worldwide increases, the findings underline the need for universities to prioritize the mental health of this group.
Imperial College London’s “Creative Thinking” online specialization has reached a significant milestone of enrolling 400,000 learners since its launch in 2018. This achievement aligns with the rising prominence of creative thinking in various fields, particularly highlighted by the creative industries’ contribution to the U.K. economy.
The U.S. Department of Education has initiated a civil rights investigation into Harvard University’s legacy admissions policies following a complaint alleging racial discrimination. The complaint was filed by Black and Latino community groups in New England who argued that these policies disproportionately favor white students. The probe follows last month’s Supreme Court ruling that abolished the use of affirmative action in college admissions.
The University of Chichester is under scrutiny for its decision to terminate Professor Hakim Adi, the first Briton of African heritage to become a history professor in the UK, and discontinue his African History course. The university cited financial strain, but the move sparked significant backlash, with nearly 5,000 signing a petition against the decision.
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling against affirmative action, New York colleges are under pressure to end legacy admissions, a practice critics argue favors the wealthy. The practice faces legal challenges and potential state legislation, while some institutions maintain that legacy status does not impact admissions.
Gerardo Ochoa, Linfield’s Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success, suggested the Supreme Court decision will not significantly alter their practices. He stressed that the institution would continue to comply with the ruling while maintaining its focus on diversity and community representation.
International student applications are continuing to rise, with 89 percent of U.S. colleges and universities reporting that 2023-24 applications have either increased or remained the same compared to the previous year. This trend reflects a strong international interest in U.S. higher education, further validating the global appeal of American universities.
A survey involving 120,000 students revealed Germany as a popular study destination. The educational standards of German universities were particularly lauded by international students.
The event will be held on April 21 at the Barcsay Hall of the University.
The former hospital turned student housing is set to become a Durham University college.
Dr. Tanuja Singh was named as the 10th president of University of Indianapolis after months of searching.
This day is observed to commemorate the victims of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre in South Africa, where 69 individuals were killed when the South African Police (SAP) opened fire on a crowd of protestors.
