higher education
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Federal Student Loan Overhaul Faces Judicial Scrutiny Following July 1 Policy Shifts
New federal student loan rules face legal hurdles as courts challenge debt repayment changes and professional degree eligibility criteria.
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Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration Rule on Graduate Loan Caps
A federal judge blocked new student loan definitions, as millions of borrowers face a transition to new repayment plans starting this July.
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Zaya Wade Navigates the Transition to Independence and Collegiate Life
Zaya Wade, the daughter of Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, discusses the challenges and personal growth associated with her transition to college life and independence.
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University of Arizona Confronts Institutional Volatility Amidst Admissions Reform and Public Scrutiny
The University of Arizona faces a critical juncture as it transitions its admissions model while managing reputational fallout from recent commencement disruptions and shifting donor relations.
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Governor Abbott Mandates Tuition Freeze Across Texas Public Universities
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a directive freezing tuition and fees at all Texas public colleges for the 2026-2027 academic year, citing recent state investments in higher education and the need for fiscal stability for students.
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Institutional Continuity: Mitch Daniels Returns to Purdue University as Interim President
Former Indiana Governor and Purdue President Emeritus Mitch Daniels has been called back to lead Purdue University on an interim basis following the sudden departure of Mung Chiang for Northwestern University.
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Baylor University Marks Institutional Milestone with Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremonies
Baylor University successfully concluded four distinct commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2026, marking a significant expansion of its academic traditions and alumni network.
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Adam Goodes Appointed Inaugural First Nations Ambassador at Adelaide University
Former AFL champion Adam Goodes has been named the inaugural First Nations Ambassador at Adelaide University, spearheading a strategic effort to improve Indigenous student retention and research output.
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University of Cambridge Staff Escalate Industrial Action Over Pay Parity
Nearly 600 Cambridge staff have announced 10 additional days of strike action this May, demanding a ‘Cambridge weighting’ pay supplement to match Oxford University’s compensation standards.
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Tim Sands to Step Down as Virginia Tech President
After 12 years of transformative leadership, Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announced he will step down in the coming months, leaving behind a legacy of record enrollment and endowment growth.
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CSUCI Leadership Void Amidst Island Conservation Milestone
As CSU Channel Islands faces a leadership transition with President Richard Yao’s departure, the university community looks toward the future of its budget and enrollment stability.
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Millions Face Loan Repayment Shift After SAVE Plan Termination
Over 7 million borrowers must transition to new repayment plans following the permanent end of the SAVE program, with a new 6% interest cap policy emerging.
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Faculty revolt against OpenAI contracts grows at major universities
Thousands of faculty members across the California State University and University of Colorado systems are petitioning against OpenAI partnerships, citing budget cuts and lack of educational utility.
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Duke Tuition Hits $96k Amid Internal Legal, Athletic Shifts
Duke University raises undergraduate tuition above $96,000 amid ongoing legal issues and leadership changes in its athletics department.
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SPPU Results and Startup Olympiad 2026 Drive Pune Innovation
Savitribai Phule Pune University concludes its 2026 Startup Olympiad while finalizing Winter 2025 results, marking a dual focus on academic progression and entrepreneurship.