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People vote at a polling location on Election Day during the midterm elections in South Portland, Maine, on Nov. 3, 2026.

5 Takeaways From Democrats’ Historic Night

The election results will likely reshape the balance of power in the U.S. for years to come. Higher ed advocates are hopeful that the new Congress will advance their priorities, from college affordability to academic freedom. Here’s what to know so far.

Texas gov.-elect, State Rep. Gina Hinojosa and U.S. Sen.-elect James Talarico (D-TX) toast with a fountain beverage at a Whataburger restaurant at the conclusion of a midterm election night watch party at the Long Center on November 3, 2026 in Austin, Texas.

Democrats’ Texas Takeover Could Reshape Boards, Laws and More

The Lone Star State was at the vanguard of the nation’s conservative higher ed overhauls. But Republicans now must relinquish control of state offices and one legislative chamber.

Five community college students sit on a stage. A moderator stands to the left at a lectern.

3 Takeaways on Enrollment Management

The annual conference of enrollment “data nerds” took place this week in Baltimore.

Gavel next to a diploma

CSU System Researchers Sue Trump Administration Over Grant Cancellations

Three professors from the California State University system sued the National Science Foundation on Friday for terminating their grant funds...
A photo illustration of President Donald Trump over the Harvard University gates and the Columbia University library.

Higher Ed Groups Condemn Proposal That Could Ax Private College Tax Exemptions

The IRS says “all forms” of racial or ethnic discrimination could trigger loss of tax-exempt status under the regulation, “regardless of the intent behind or the legality of such discrimination.” Organizations say they fear political abuse.

A photo from the back of a female professor teaching a lecture hall full of students.

Women Leave Academia Feeling Devalued, Study Shows

A hand-coded analysis of more than 6,600 faculty survey responses revealed that women—especially women of color—report feeling disrespected and unappreciated in academia more often than their male counterparts.

Group of happy and smiling university students walking on college campus.

Helping Students Make It to Year 2

Six Pennsylvania public universities are launching a program to aid first-generation and low-income students in building connections and persisting into their sophomore year.

The campus of Harvard University viewed through a gate on March 30, 2026.

Judge Sides With Harvard in Gino’s Tenure Case

A federal judge this week ruled in favor of Harvard University in a civil case brought by Francesca Gino, a...