Impact of Federal Policies on Prestigious Universities
Frozen research funding, rising endowment taxes and other concerns have prompted some of the nation’s wealthiest universities to shed jobs despite their multibillion-dollar endowments.
Podcast: Expanding Opportunities for Credit for Prior Learning in Higher Education
Inside Higher Ed’s Voices of Student Success discusses the challenges and opportunities in expanding credit for prior learning assessment at Utah Valley University.
Investment in AI Education: A $1 Billion Commitment
August 07, 2025 Google’s parent company announced Wednesday that it’s planning to spend $1 billion over the next three years to help colleges teach and train students about artificial intelligence.…
The Continued Desire for Higher Education Among Parents
A new survey from Gallup and the Lumina Foundation shows that the majority of parents, no matter their party affiliation, prefer that their children’s plans after high school include some form of…
University of Utah to Cut 81 Academic Programs Due to New Legislation
August 07, 2025 The University of Utah plans to eliminate 81 academic programs and minors—a step that administrators attribute to a new state law that called for “strategic reinvestment” after…
University of California Engages in Negotiations with Federal Authorities Regarding Civil Rights Inquiry
Given a week to decide, the University of California system has agreed to negotiate with the Justice Department over alleged civil rights violations. What’s less clear is what the government’s demands…
Georgetown Researcher Granted Temporary Work Resumption After ICE Detention
August 07, 2025 A Georgetown University researcher who was detained by immigration agents in March will be allowed to resume his work, at least for now, according to a court settlement released…
Tesla’s Ambitious Ride-Hailing Strategy
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Amazon Refutes Claims of Closing Wondery Podcast Studio
Despite securing big names in the business, the company is now shifting its strategy in an effort to better compete with rivals like Spotify and YouTube.