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Brandeis Labels ‘Picnic,’ ‘Rule of Thumb’ as ‘Oppressive’ Language

Brandeis University has cautioned its students and teachers to refrain from using words and phrases that “link to violence” and can reinforce “systems of oppression," putting the words "picnic," "rule of thumb," and "policeman" on its list of "oppressive" language.
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UCalifornia Adopts New Religious Hospital Affiliations Policies

The University of California Board of Regents has voted nearly unanimously to adopt new policies that would impact affiliations with religious hospitals that impose certain health care restrictions.
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University of Missouri Rejects Request to Make Sign for Jefferson Statue

Curators from the University of Missouri rejected a recommendation to have Thomas Jefferson's statue supplemented with a sign explaining his complicated legacy.
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Pennsylvania Increases Maximum College Grants to $5,000

The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency is increasing its maximum grant for college students to $5,000.
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University of Arizona Pressured to Investigate Animal Welfare Violations

An animal rights organization has criticized the University of Arizona for allegedly ignoring animal welfare in certain research programs, resulting in the deaths of three rats and causing a temporary pause on surgical procedures involving mice.
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Students Sue Indiana University Over Vaccine Mandate

Eight students from Indiana University filed a federal lawsuit against the school over the mandate requiring all students, faculty, and staff members to be vaccinated before the start of its fall term.
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Florida Colleges to Assess ‘Viewpoint Diversity’ in Higher Education

Florida's governor signed three education bills, two of which expand civics instruction in public schools and universities, while the third will assess “viewpoint diversity” on college campuses.
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Rhodes College to Charge Unvaccinated Students $1,500 Extra Per Semester

Rhodes College is taking a controversial step to encourage its students to be vaccinated against COVID-19, charging those who fail to get the shot $1,500 per semester extra.
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