Tag #Higher Education

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Trump Administration Refuses to Defend Hispanic-Serving Institution Grant Program

The Trump administration will not defend a decades-old grant program for Hispanic-serving institutions, arguing it's unconstitutional, following a lawsuit from Tennessee and Students for Fair Admissions, jeopardizing $350 million in funding for over 500 colleges.

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Federal Student Loan Repayment Overhaul: Key Changes and Deadlines

The "One, Big, Beautiful Bill" overhauls the federal student loan system, phasing out ICR, PAYE, and SAVE plans by July 1, 2028, while preserving IBR for existing borrowers who meet specific conditions; Parent PLUS borrowers must consolidate before July 1, 2026, and enroll in ICR before July 1, 2028...

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AI Poised to Revolutionize Higher Education

Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to transform higher education by creating AI professors for personalized learning, implementing objective assessments, and reducing costs through increased efficiency and a shift towards multidisciplinary majors, ultimately improving access and affordability.

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US Revokes 6,000+ Student Visas for Legal Violations and Terrorism Concerns

The U.S. State Department revoked over 6,000 student visas due to legal violations including assault, DUI, burglary, and activities vaguely defined as "support for terrorism," prompting concerns about the impact on international student enrollment.

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State Department Revokes 6,000 Student Visas, Threatening US Economy

In 2024, the State Department revoked over 6,000 student visas due to legal violations, including alleged terrorism support, impacting international student enrollment and the US economy by potentially causing a 30-40% decline in new enrollments and a $7 billion economic loss.

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Crisis of Academic Integrity in Greek Higher Education

Greek universities are facing a crisis of academic integrity, with postgraduate degrees often awarded based on connections and finances rather than merit, resulting in a large portion of "predatory junk" publications and talented researchers leaving the country.

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Columbia University Data Breach Exposes 868,969 Records

Columbia University disclosed an August 7th data breach impacting 868,969 individuals, exposing names, Social Security numbers, and birth dates; this follows a pattern of frequent data breaches in higher education, totaling over 37.6 million compromised records in the last 20 years.

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Reduced Inequality
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University of Athens Establishes First Endowed Chair in Honor of Philanthropist

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens created the first-ever endowed chair, "Athena Ioannis Martinou," funded by Athanasios Martinos to honor his mother's philanthropic work and focus on cardiovascular research, addressing the leading cause of death globally.

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Plummeting Number of Western Students Studying in China Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

The number of German students studying in China decreased from over 8,000 annually before the pandemic to 3,380 in 2023/2024, mirroring a global trend attributed to China's pandemic isolation and a shift in China's focus towards attracting students from non-Western countries.

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Australian Universities Prioritize International Students Over Domestic Students

Australia's universities are prioritizing international students over domestic ones due to declining government funding and a focus on international rankings, leading to increased tuition costs and financial hardship for local students.

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AI Misinformation Impacts 80% of Chinese University Students

A MyCOS study reveals that nearly 80 percent of Chinese university students and teachers have encountered AI-generated misinformation, with over 65 percent of students facing academic disputes linked to AI tools, prompting calls for improved AI policies and critical thinking skills.

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Syria: Damascus University Bans Nude Models in Art Projects

Damascus University's Faculty of Fine Arts banned nude models in student art projects across all departments, citing ethical and societal concerns; the decision sparked controversy among students and artists who fear restrictions on artistic expression and a decline in academic quality.

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