#university-policies

#university-policies

Harvard's new policies reflect a troubling regression in student activism and complicity in violence against Palestinian people.

Harvard Law students staged a silent protest that went unnoticed by library staff, raising questions about institutional awareness of student activism.

USC's disciplinary actions against student activists reveal a complex intersection of protest rights and university policies.

The ongoing repercussions for students involved in protests illustrate heightened tensions between advocacy and institutional authority.

UC Irvine students involved in pro-Palestinian encampment face suspension for campus disruption.

The student senate at The New School suspends funding in protest over university's Israel policies, awaiting divestment decisions.

Student activists across U.S. protest in support of Gaza, urging universities to divest from Israel-related companies.

Legislation passed in Maryland, the Cameron Carden Act of 2024, requires public universities to offer formal withdrawal policies including mental health reasons and mandates refund in such cases.

Columbia University urgently needs to address and combat the rising antisemitism on campus, as reported by its task force.

Johns Hopkins University will require standardized test scores for applicants starting in fall 2026, ending its test-optional policy.

The University of Houston is ending its hybrid work policy and requiring staff to return to full-time, on-campus work by March 1.

Universities have significantly curtailed student protests through stricter rules, resulting in a marked decline in protest activities compared to last semester.

State-funded universities in red states are dismantling DEI initiatives due to legislative threats, impacting diverse identity discussions on campus.

Western universities suppress pro-Palestinian activism, undermining academic freedom and mirroring repressive practices seen in undemocratic regimes.

A chemical engineer cleared of espionage charges under the China Initiative is suing his former university for wrongful termination and damages.

Penn Law sanctioned Amy Wax for racist behavior, reducing her salary and requiring clarification of her non-representation of the school.

Seven members of SJSU women's volleyball team seek transfer amidst controversy over teammate's transgender status.

UNR women's volleyball team forfeits match in solidarity against playing with a transgender athlete.

Momodou Taal successfully appealed his disenrollment from Cornell University due to pro-Palestine activism, maintaining his visa status amid public pressure.

The importance of addressing cancel culture on university campuses to prevent tragic outcomes like student suicides.

Almost 75% of Canadian universities do not track suicides or attempted suicides among students, hindering efforts to understand and address the mental health crisis.

Allegations of former FTC Commissioner Joshua Wright's sexual relationships with students surfaced, leading to legal battles and scrutiny on university policies.

The University of Wyoming forfeited a volleyball match against San José State due to allegations of having a transgender player on the opposing team.

International students face deportation risks for pro-Palestinian activism on U.S. campuses, raising concerns about their rights and freedoms.

Administrators facing pressure from conservatives to crack down on pro-Palestinian protests at big-name colleges.

Columbia University implements strict security measures requiring ID for campus access to prevent disruptions from protests.

The University of California implements a zero tolerance policy for protest encampments to ensure safety and uphold community rights.

Different universities adopt varying approaches in handling protests, leading to contrasts in police involvement and student consequences.

Pro-Palestinian tent encampments at George Washington and University of Chicago were cleared due to safety concerns and possible violations of university policies.