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UT-Austin Weighs Adopting Trump’s Priorities to Unlock Funding Opportunities
The Trump administration is proposing a new framework for universities like the University of Texas at Austin to qualify for ... Read more
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Texas State University Professor Wins Court Battle for Reinstatement After Controversial Termination for ‘Inciting Violence’
A Texas State University professor, Thomas Alter, is returning to his position after a judge ruled in his favor. He ... Read more
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Angelo State University Sparks Controversy: Classroom Ban on Transgender Topics Raises Questions and Criticism
Angelo State University (ASU) in Texas has taken a controversial step by instructing professors not to discuss transgender and nonbinary ... Read more
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Texas A&M President Mark A. Welsh III Resigns Amid Controversy Following Viral Classroom Video
Texas A&M University’s President, Mark A. Welsh III, is stepping down after a week of controversy ignited by a viral ... Read more
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Texas State University Removes Student After Mocking Charlie Kirk’s Death: Ongoing Clampdowns on Controversial Behavior
A Texas State University student is no longer enrolled after a video surfaced showing him mocking the death of conservative ... Read more
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Texas A&M Professor Dismissed: Unpacking the Viral Controversy Over His Termination
Melissa McCoul, a Texas A&M University professor, was recently fired amidst a storm of controversy. Her dismissal allegedly stemmed from ... Read more

Judge Overturns Trump Administration’s $2.2 Billion Funding Freeze on Harvard: What It Means for Education
A federal judge has ruled that the freeze of $2.2 billion in grant funds for Harvard University was illegal. This ... Read more

Why the Bay’s Health is Essential for Our Region’s Well-being
Andrea Mackenzie recently highlighted the importance of nature in the Bay Area, specifically focusing on the wonders of Coyote Valley. ... Read more

Unlocking Success: Why Professors Must Prioritize Effective Teaching
I recently met a dedicated professor at Northeastern University. He’s personable and accomplished, yet his role has me questioning the ... Read more
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State Sen. Brandon Creighton Poised to Become Lone Finalist for Texas Tech Chancellor Position
State Senator Brandon Creighton is on the verge of becoming the next chancellor of the Texas Tech University System. He’s ... Read more