November 26, 2024 - 06:03

Conservative activist Christopher Rufo will propose defunding universities that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) during a meeting with President Trump's team. Rufo's plan aims to challenge the current educational framework that he believes prioritizes DEI initiatives over academic excellence. The proposal is part of a broader agenda to reshape higher education in the United States, focusing on accountability and transparency in university funding. Rufo's efforts reflect ongoing debates about the role of DEI in education and its impact on student learning and institutional priorities.
April 18, 2026 - 18:58
New York’s race-based STEM programs face constitutional challengesA lawsuit has been filed against the New York State Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP), alleging its race-based eligibility criteria are unconstitutional. The program, designed to support...
April 18, 2026 - 04:20
Special education services restored for Chicago Catholic schools following brief suspensionServices for students with disabilities have been reinstated across Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of Chicago, following a temporary suspension that caused significant concern among...
April 17, 2026 - 20:46
State Board of Education Advances Revised Social Studies Standards Amid PushbackThe State Board of Education has voted to advance a sweeping set of revised social studies standards for public schools, following a contentious meeting where public testimony revealed stark...
April 17, 2026 - 11:32
A higher education report cardA comprehensive new analysis has graded fifteen major U.S. colleges and universities on their commitment to core academic principles. The evaluation focused on four critical areas: the strength of...