higher education
Lourdes University to Cease Operations After Spring Semester 2026
Lourdes University in Sylvania, Ohio, will close permanently at the end of the 2026 Spring semester due to financial pressures, marking the end of its 68-year legacy.
Carnegie Mellon DEI Chief’s Past NGO Role Surfaces Amid Lawsuit, Qatar Funding Disclosure
A recent anti-Semitism discrimination lawsuit against Carnegie Mellon University has revealed that its DEI chief, Elizabeth Rosemeyer, previously served as an “international liaison” for a State Department-sanctioned Palestinian NGO, while also disclosing partial Qatari funding for her position and the…
Supreme Court Stays India’s UGC Equity Rules Amid Widespread Concerns
India’s Supreme Court has stayed the implementation of the University Grants Commission’s 2026 Equity Regulations, citing concerns over potential social division and misuse. The controversial rules, aimed at curbing caste-based discrimination, sparked nationwide protests and political debate.
Cornell University Restores $250M in Research Funding After Settlement with Trump Administration
Cornell University has agreed to pay $60 million and adopt Trump administration civil rights standards to end federal investigations and restore $250 million in research funding, sparking debate over academic independence and campus policies.
Milwaukee Area Technical College: Challenges and Growth at a Diverse Institution
Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) demonstrates resilience and adaptability, rebounding enrollment, handling sociopolitical challenges, and fostering diversity.
Greg Abbott Deploys National Guard to Austin Amid ‘No Kings’ Protests and Names New Higher Ed Ombudsman
Texas Governor Greg Abbott faces scrutiny as he deploys National Guard troops to Austin ahead of major protests and appoints Brandon L. Simmons to lead a new office investigating higher education complaints.
MIT Rejects Federal Compact Proposal
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has declined to join a federal compact proposed by the Trump administration, citing concerns over institutional autonomy and scientific freedom.
Durham University Rises to UK University of the Year 2026
Durham University has been named The Times and The Sunday Times University of the Year 2026, marking a historic leap in the UK’s higher education landscape.
Increased College Endowment Tax Sparks Financial Strain Across Elite Universities
A new college endowment tax, introduced under President Trump’s recent spending bill, is forcing elite universities to implement hiring freezes, staff cuts, and potential reductions in financial aid. The tax primarily impacts wealthy private research institutions with substantial endowments.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: A Leader Under Fire and Visionary for Reform
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has survived an Israeli airstrike while advocating for transformative reforms in higher education and national development. The president’s leadership faces both physical threats and domestic challenges.
Trump Administration Bars Harvard from Enrolling Foreign Students
The Trump administration’s move to revoke Harvard’s ability to enroll international students marks a major escalation in tensions between the White House and elite universities.
Armenia Offers Scholarships for Study Abroad: Employer Co-financing Required
Armenian government launches new scholarship program for overseas studies in top universities, requiring 50% tuition co-financing by employers.