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Opinion

It’s Not (Really) About Diversity

If diversity is the goal, reinstating standardized tests is not the way, Aaron M. Pallas and Alex Chin write.

Lawyer: UT Austin Fired Lecturer Involved in Pro-Palestinian Protest

A lawyer representing a University of Texas at Austin lecturer says the institution fired his client Wednesday. A state trooper...
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From Jubilation to Crisis: Pausing a $237 Million Gift

Florida A&M admits it doesn't know the value of 14 million shares of stock from a little-known entrepreneur. One expert puts the likelihood the donation is worth $237 million at "about zero."

The Marketing Power of Virtual Reality: Academic Minute

Today on the Academic Minute, part of University of St. Thomas Week: Seth Ketron, assistant professor of marketing, explores how...
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2 Virginia Universities Won’t Require DEI Classes After Governor’s Review, Board Pushback

Years-long efforts to create and mandate diversity-themed coursework at George Mason and Virginia Commonwealth fizzled after an unusual intervention by Glenn Youngkin and last-minute actions by board members.

ASU Scholar Who Allegedly Threatened Woman in Hijab Suspended

Arizona State University has suspended and referred to Tempe police a postdoctoral research scholar who, according to a viral video...
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Protests Magnify Concerns About Student Mental Health

Data from digital mental health platforms for college students show an increased demand for counseling amid tensions stemming from the Israel-Hamas war.

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Opinion

Harnessing the Power of Generative AI: A Call to Action for Educators

If educators steer the integration of AI with intention and purpose, it can reach its potential as an immense and versatile student success tool, writes faculty member Ripsimé K. Bledsoe. She offers six areas on which to focus efforts.