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Science and Medical Grants: A Step Forward, But Not Far Enough

January 17, 2026

The government has decided to look at thousands of research grants again. These grants were put on hold because they included diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is good news, but it's not time to celebrate yet. The grants in question come from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Nat

education

Penn Stands Firm: Why the University Rejected Trump's Higher Education Compact

October 25, 2025

The University of Pennsylvania made a bold move by rejecting a proposal from the Trump administration aimed at reshaping higher education. This wasn't an easy decision. The university's president, J. Larry Jameson, explained that while Penn agrees with some parts of the compact, many aspects would c

politics

Colleges Push Back Against White House's Tough Tactics

October 19, 2025

The White House is having a tough time getting top colleges on board with its higher education plans. The administration has been using strong-arm tactics, like cutting research funds, to push schools into accepting its agenda. But many universities are not having it. The latest issue is a "compact

politics

Universities Push Back Against White House's Higher Education Plan

October 18, 2025

The White House recently invited nine universities to be the first to sign a new higher education compact. This compact is part of a broader effort to align universities with the administration's political priorities. In exchange for signing, universities would get better access to research funding.

finance

Harvard's Money Moves: Big Gains and Political Fights

October 17, 2025

Harvard University's investment fund, known as the endowment, hit a massive $56. 9 billion in 2025. This huge number is thanks to smart investments that paid off, even though the school faced some tough times with the government. The fund grew by nearly $4 billion in just one year, which is a lot of

education

Saving Science: How States Can Step Up When Federal Funds Fall Short

August 14, 2025

The U. S. has long relied on federal funding to fuel university research, a partnership that has driven innovation and economic growth. However, recent cuts and uncertainties under the current administration have left universities scrambling. The abrupt loss of federal grants can halt research, forc

education

Universities: Time to Rebuild Public Trust

May 30, 2025

The current political climate has put universities in the spotlight, especially with the ongoing disputes between the administration and institutions like Harvard. These conflicts revolve around funding, overhead costs, and student visas, which are crucial for many schools. However, these issues are

education

Harvard's Federal Funding Cut: A Clash of Ideals

May 6, 2025

A significant shift occurred in the world of higher education when a top official announced that Harvard University would no longer receive federal grants. This decision came after weeks of tension between the Trump administration and several prestigious universities, including Harvard. The core iss

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Universities Push Back Against Political Pressure

April 23, 2025

Over a hundred universities in the U. S. have joined forces. They want to send a clear message to the government. They are against what they see as unfair political interference. This all started when the Trump administration froze a big chunk of money. It was meant for Harvard University. The amoun

education

Harvard's Big Money Problem

April 18, 2025

Harvard University is in a tough spot. The federal government has frozen billions of dollars in funding. This includes research grants and contracts. The university is also facing threats to its tax-exempt status and its ability to enroll international students. Harvard's endowment is massive, but i