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www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Education

Oxford and Cambridge students set up camps as Gaza war protests gather steam

University students at Oxford and Cambridge set up pro-Palestine camps to protest Israel's actions in Gaza. [ more ]
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Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 day ago
Education

College students pitted against ChatGPT to boost writing

Universities are incorporating ChatGPT in classrooms to engage students and address AI concerns. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Education

Protesting slaughter like students in the US are doing isn't antisemitism | Robert Reich

Seek out dissenting perspectives for genuine learning [ more ]
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Axios
2 weeks ago
Education

Axios Explains: Campus protests of 2024

Critics label protests as antisemitic, while universities struggle to balance free speech and avoiding disruptions. Some diverse groups participate in demonstrations. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Education

USC cancels main graduation ceremony over protest concerns

Schools nationwide face disruptions due to protests against Israel-Hamas war affecting commencement ceremonies. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Education

Columbia holds classes remotely after pro-Palestinian protesters arrested

Universities facing protests and unrest over pro-Palestinian stance, leading to calls for divestment and ceasefire, met with backlash and accusations of antisemitism. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Education

Cornell students to hold 'Jewish Unity' rally to fight rising campus antisemitism

The Cornell University community is rallying against rising antisemitism on campus. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
Education

UPenn, Harvard students suing to put schools 'in uncomfortable spotlight' over antisemitism

University students are suing their schools for failing to protect Jewish students from harassment following the attacks on Israel.
Students allege that the universities allowed antisemitism to become a systemic problem on campus. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Education

At Berkeley, a Protest at a Dean's Home Tests the Limits of Free Speech

The incident involving disruption at the dean's home underscores the complex dynamics of free speech on private property. [ more ]
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www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Today's top business headlines: Chobani buys La Colombe, Cruise layoffs, and Pope Francis' pitch for an AI treaty

Chobani enters beverage industry with La Colombe purchase
Elon Musk plans to launch a new university in Austin [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Today's top business headlines: Cruise layoffs, Grok's plagiarism allegations, and Pope Francis' pitch for an AI treaty

Grok, Elon Musk's new chatbot, is accused of plagiarism by allegedly sourcing knowledge from ChatGPT.
Elon Musk plans to launch a new university in Austin, despite criticism of focusing on new ventures.
Mortgage rates dropped after Fed Chair Jerome Powell's press conference, with potential implications for 2024 rates. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Education

University of X? Elon Musk plans to open his own college

Elon Musk plans to launch a new university in Austin, Texas, funded by a $100 million gift.
The university will focus on STEM subjects and offer hands-on learning experiences. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Austin

Elon Musk plans to open a STEM-focused K-12 school, university in Austin: 'Highest levels'

Elon Musk plans to launch a STEM-focused primary and secondary school in Texas with a $100 million donation from his charity, The Foundation.
The school will emphasize science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and will eventually expand into a university. [ more ]
The Verge
5 months ago
Education

Elon Musk wants to open a university in Texas

Elon Musk plans to open a university in Austin, Texas with a $100 million contribution from his charity, The Foundation.
The university will offer STEM-focused instruction and seek accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. [ more ]
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Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 week ago
Education

Columbia and Emory University Cancel Graduation Ceremonies

Universities cancelling main graduation ceremonies due to student protests, focusing on smaller school-based celebrations for safety and efficiency. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Catholic University fires instructor over speaker's comments

The university fired a lecturer for bringing in a speaker whose views conflicted with the Catholic mission.
Conservative media played a significant role in spreading the news and prompting the university's actions. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Kentucky university leaders defend diversity in differing ways

University leaders in Kentucky are speaking out about the importance of diversity amidst legislative threats.
President Capilouto and President Schatzel emphasize the critical role of diversity and inclusion in higher education. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Education

Elon Musk spends $100m to open new university in Texas

Elon Musk plans to open a new university in Texas, according to tax filings.
The university would combine formal instruction with hands-on learning experiences. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
Education

Elon Musk plans to open a new university in Austin

Elon Musk plans to start a university in Austin, Texas with a $100 million gift from his charity.
The university will focus on teaching science, technology, engineering, and math, and aims to seek accreditation and eventually scale up enrollment. [ more ]
www.vice.com
6 months ago
Education

Deadlines Don't Wait: How Students Cope with Break-Ups During Exam Season

University break-ups can be emotionally challenging for students.
Peer support and communication can help students navigate through break-ups.
Balancing personal challenges with academic stress is crucial for student well-being. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

Chicago and Northwestern police respond to reports of shots fired at downtown campus, according to alert

Shots were fired at Northwestern University's downtown campus.
Police are responding to the incident and have advised university affiliates to seek shelter.
The story is still developing. [ more ]
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