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Michigan Regent Censured Over ‘Witches’ Comments

Ron Weiser said he will not resign and “will not be canceled” amid outcry over comments he made about women who hold elected office in Michigan, including Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Faculty, Staff Confused and Concerned at Contra Costa

Three contract administrators will be let go in June, despite support from faculty and staff unions.
Opinion

It's Time for Governing Boards to Weigh In on Race

College and university governing boards must push their institutions to be forces for ending, rather than perpetuating, racism, write Carlton Brown, Richard Legon and Terrence MacTaggart.

Accusations Abound at a Community College

One trustee in Johnson County has been censured for sending a private email to state lawmakers about her concerns. The board says she promoted secrecy. She says she was only trying to get answers for constituents.

More Trustees Fear for the Future

More than 40 percent of trustees are now very concerned about the future of higher education, up 14 points from last year, according to a survey.

Paralyzed by Division

As friction on Wayne State's governing board ratchets up, some suggest waiting for the 2020 election is the only way to solve the problem. But can a university operate in neutral for a year?

A System Divided?

University of North Carolina system's top lawyer issues cease-and-desist letter to outside lawyer said to be representing some of its board members.

Trustee Freedom

A community college trustee in New Jersey outraged some students and professors by attending a straight pride parade. What should the expectations be for trustee activities and speech unrelated to the college?