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Court Revisits Pay Disparity Suit Against University of Oregon

A federal appeals court has revived a lawsuit against the University of Oregon relating to the alleged gender pay gap between its male and female professors. 

FDA Allows UFlorida Anticancer Drug to Proceed to Clinical Trials

The FDA has given a green light for the University of Florida to begin clinical trials of an anticancer drug under development — the first such authorization for a drug of its kind.

Columbia Grad Workers Strike for New Student Worker Contract

The Columbia University graduate worker’s union formally announced the beginning of a strike this week, and members will continue to strike until the university administration agrees to their demands.

Palm Beach University President Checks in on Students via Zoom

Knowing the mental toll the pandemic has taken on students, Palm Beach Atlantic University's president decided to schedule daily Zoom calls with students in isolation.

Georgetown Professor Resigns Over Involvement in Racist Zoom Call

After his participation in a recorded discussion in which a former colleague made racist comments about the academic performance of certain Black students, an adjunct law professor at Georgetown University has resigned.

Tenured Faculty Continue Being Replaced by Adjuncts Across US

The trend of decreasing numbers of tenured faculty has been observed for decades, with the American Association of University Professors believing this constitutes a threat to academic freedom.

Biden Stimulus Package May Prevent More Higher Education Cuts

America's latest coronavirus relief bill seeks to address the ongoing health and economic crisis, as well as providing much-needed funding for higher education.

Lawmakers Call LSU Handling of Sexual Assault ‘Slap in the Face’ for Victims

Female lawmakers criticized Louisiana State University President Tom Galligan for his decision not to fire employees accused of sexual misconduct.