#university-policies

#university-policies

U.S. universities are increasingly suppressing pro-Palestine speech and actions amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

The case involving Joe Gow raises questions about the limits of academic tenure and whether producing adult content warrants dismissal.

The controversies surrounding faculty and student workers regarding Israel and Palestine highlight ongoing tensions over academic freedom in the U.S.

Pro-Palestinian student groups continue to assert their right to hold events despite university censorship and security concerns, particularly surrounding sensitive anniversaries.

A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of a former student's fight against her expulsion for social media posts, allowing her case to proceed.

American culture wars reveal that human nature often drives conflict more than ideological divisions, as evidenced by the experiences within the University of Michigan's D.E.I. efforts.

UNT has eliminated employee groups for women and minorities to comply with Texas's SB 17, banning diversity and inclusion efforts in education.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The UW Board of Regents approved layoffs of tenured faculty due to enrollment declines, raising concerns about job security and reflecting difficult financial decisions.

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

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.

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

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

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