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fromThe Nation
1 month ago

How the Truman Scholarship Became the Right's Latest Battleground

During my interview for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, I was asked whether the administration should intervene when Jewish students are unsafe on campus, followed by a provocative comparison to potential violence against Black students.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Defunded by Trump, a Sri Lankan Project Confronts the Problem It Tried to Solve

Elon Musk criticized USAID, misrepresenting its funding for media initiatives in Sri Lanka as a waste of taxpayer money.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Inside One of the Largest Student Worker Strikes Ever

"I have seen the discrimination that my coworkers face. I have seen that my coworkers are unable to pay their rent at the end of the month, are unable to eat."
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

With Trump's New Travel Ban, 2 Afghan Sisters Wait in Limbo

Afsana's determination to study in the U.S. challenges traditional views within her family, showcasing women's pursuit of education amid oppressive regimes.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

From the City to the Suburbs, First-Time Protesters Are Showing Up

California serves as a pivotal battleground against Trump's immigration policies, highlighting both protests and civic movements.
Unexpected protests emerged in Whittier, showcasing community solidarity and a demand for change.
US news
fromPoynter
1 month ago

The detention of a Tufts University student might force changes in student media policies - Poynter

The detention of Tufts student Rumeysa Öztürk raises questions about censorship of student journalism.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

"Every Single Day I Pray": Young People Protest ICE in Chicago

Protests in Chicago and elsewhere reflect deep fears about ICE raids among immigrant communities, especially among young people who know someone affected.
Mission District
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Will the Creation of a Historic District in San Francisco Hold Back New Housing?

Historic preservation debates highlight the conflict between honoring the past and addressing urgent housing needs in San Francisco.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Brown University clears student of wrongdoing after DOGE-like email asking what staffers 'do all day'

Brown University cleared student Alex Shieh and The Brown Spectator board of allegations regarding trademark violations, igniting discussions on meritocracy in elite education.
Privacy professionals
fromPoynter
2 months ago

Student reporters are under pressure to protect sources - and still tell the truth - Poynter

Student journalists increasingly face challenges in source attribution due to a rise in demands for anonymity among interviewees.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Trump Wants Thousands of Migrant Children to Represent Themselves in Court

The Trump administration's stop-work order halted vital legal services for unaccompanied migrant children, prompting immediate adjustments by the Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project.
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

College newspapers under pressure as immigration fears silence sources

International students at various universities are opting for anonymity in college newspaper articles, reflecting a fear of repercussions from the Trump administration regarding their political views.
US news
SF LGBT
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Why Texas Universities' Drag Bans Backfired

Student River Perrill discovered the vibrant drag culture in Austin, using their passion for performance to embrace their identity as an artist.
fromPoynter
3 months ago

Under Trump, student journalism is 'trial by fire,' reporters say - Poynter

Student journalists face increasing challenges regarding source protection and personal safety in a politically charged environment.
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Almost 140 Years After the Haymarket Affair, Will Workers Fight for the 4-Day Week?

The events in Chicago spelled the defeat of a nationwide general strike for the eight-hour day, which inspired International Workers' Day, celebrated globally.
Left-wing politics
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