Dutch Female Professor Numbers Rise, but Budget Cuts Threaten Progress
The number of female professors in the Netherlands increased to 28.7% in 2024, exceeding the 30% target in University Medical Centers but falling short of the national goal; this slow progress, coupled with looming budget cuts, threatens gender equality initiatives.
Dutch Female Professor Numbers Rise, but Budget Cuts Threaten Progress
The number of female professors in the Netherlands increased to 28.7% in 2024, exceeding the 30% target in University Medical Centers but falling short of the national goal; this slow progress, coupled with looming budget cuts, threatens gender equality initiatives.
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20% Bias Score
Federal Judge Upholds Race-Conscious Admissions at US Naval Academy
A federal judge in Maryland ruled that the US Naval Academy can consider race in admissions, arguing that a diverse military is vital to national security, contrasting with a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in higher education.
Federal Judge Upholds Race-Conscious Admissions at US Naval Academy
A federal judge in Maryland ruled that the US Naval Academy can consider race in admissions, arguing that a diverse military is vital to national security, contrasting with a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in higher education.
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40% Bias Score
UASZ in Senegal Closed After Violent Student Protests
Following violent clashes between students and police on November 27th, 2023, resulting in injuries and damage to property, the Assane Seck University of Ziguinchor (UASZ) in Senegal was closed by its academic council, with a decision on reopening pending a Thursday meeting.
UASZ in Senegal Closed After Violent Student Protests
Following violent clashes between students and police on November 27th, 2023, resulting in injuries and damage to property, the Assane Seck University of Ziguinchor (UASZ) in Senegal was closed by its academic council, with a decision on reopening pending a Thursday meeting.
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48% Bias Score
Federal Court Upholds US Naval Academy's Race-Conscious Admissions
A federal judge upheld the US Naval Academy's race-conscious admissions policies, citing a compelling national security interest in a diverse officer corps, rejecting a challenge by Students for Fair Admissions despite a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in higher education.
Federal Court Upholds US Naval Academy's Race-Conscious Admissions
A federal judge upheld the US Naval Academy's race-conscious admissions policies, citing a compelling national security interest in a diverse officer corps, rejecting a challenge by Students for Fair Admissions despite a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in higher education.
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Coalition Postpones Budget Votes Amid Education Spending Dispute
The Dutch coalition government failed to reach a deal with the opposition on the 2024 education budget before the deadline, leading to the postponement of all budget votes as they seek alternative funding to offset reduced cuts. Negotiations involved proposed cuts of €1.9 billion, initially reduced ...
Dutch Coalition Postpones Budget Votes Amid Education Spending Dispute
The Dutch coalition government failed to reach a deal with the opposition on the 2024 education budget before the deadline, leading to the postponement of all budget votes as they seek alternative funding to offset reduced cuts. Negotiations involved proposed cuts of €1.9 billion, initially reduced ...
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44% Bias Score
Saudi University Ranking Scheme Exposed: 76% Drop in Highly Cited Scientists
An investigation revealed a scheme where Saudi universities paid foreign scientists to falsely claim affiliation, inflating their rankings; this led to a 76% drop in highly cited scientists linked to Saudi institutions since April 2023, exposing vulnerabilities in academic ranking systems and impact...
Saudi University Ranking Scheme Exposed: 76% Drop in Highly Cited Scientists
An investigation revealed a scheme where Saudi universities paid foreign scientists to falsely claim affiliation, inflating their rankings; this led to a 76% drop in highly cited scientists linked to Saudi institutions since April 2023, exposing vulnerabilities in academic ranking systems and impact...
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52% Bias Score
Controversial Gender Segregation Bill Approved in Israel
Israel's Ministerial Committee approved a bill expanding gender segregation in universities, despite court rulings and widespread opposition citing hypocrisy and undermining of religious freedom and gender equality, contradicting the nation's commitment to these values.
Controversial Gender Segregation Bill Approved in Israel
Israel's Ministerial Committee approved a bill expanding gender segregation in universities, despite court rulings and widespread opposition citing hypocrisy and undermining of religious freedom and gender equality, contradicting the nation's commitment to these values.
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68% Bias Score
Judge Rules US Naval Academy Can Consider Race in Admissions
A federal judge ruled the US Naval Academy can consider race in admissions due to compelling national security interests, rejecting a lawsuit by Students for Fair Admissions that argued the practice violated the Supreme Court's recent affirmative action ruling.
Judge Rules US Naval Academy Can Consider Race in Admissions
A federal judge ruled the US Naval Academy can consider race in admissions due to compelling national security interests, rejecting a lawsuit by Students for Fair Admissions that argued the practice violated the Supreme Court's recent affirmative action ruling.
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32% Bias Score
Trump Administration Poised to Challenge Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
With Donald Trump's return to the White House imminent, student loan forgiveness programs face potential rollback attempts; regulatory programs are more vulnerable than those established by Congress, though even statutory programs may face indirect challenges via regulatory changes, funding cuts, or...
Trump Administration Poised to Challenge Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
With Donald Trump's return to the White House imminent, student loan forgiveness programs face potential rollback attempts; regulatory programs are more vulnerable than those established by Congress, though even statutory programs may face indirect challenges via regulatory changes, funding cuts, or...
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48% Bias Score
Federal Judge Upholds Naval Academy's Affirmative Action Policy
A federal judge in Maryland ruled that the US Naval Academy's use of race in admissions is justified due to its importance for national security, contrasting with a recent Supreme Court decision; Students for Fair Admissions will appeal.
Federal Judge Upholds Naval Academy's Affirmative Action Policy
A federal judge in Maryland ruled that the US Naval Academy's use of race in admissions is justified due to its importance for national security, contrasting with a recent Supreme Court decision; Students for Fair Admissions will appeal.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Dutch Coalition Postpones Budget Votes Amid Education Spending Dispute
The Dutch coalition government failed to reach a deal with the opposition on the 2024 education budget by Thursday, postponing all budget votes as they seek additional funding to cover potential concessions of up to €1.9 billion in cuts; the 'monster alliance' of opposition parties that initially of...
Dutch Coalition Postpones Budget Votes Amid Education Spending Dispute
The Dutch coalition government failed to reach a deal with the opposition on the 2024 education budget by Thursday, postponing all budget votes as they seek additional funding to cover potential concessions of up to €1.9 billion in cuts; the 'monster alliance' of opposition parties that initially of...
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40% Bias Score
Decline in English Literature Degrees Reflects Broader Humanities Crisis
Canterbury Christ Church University is ending its English Literature degree program due to low student interest, reflecting a wider decline in humanities enrollment at both A-level and university levels, linked to factors such as tuition fees and government policies.
Decline in English Literature Degrees Reflects Broader Humanities Crisis
Canterbury Christ Church University is ending its English Literature degree program due to low student interest, reflecting a wider decline in humanities enrollment at both A-level and university levels, linked to factors such as tuition fees and government policies.
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48% Bias Score