U.S. News Makes Money From Some of Its Biggest Critics: Colleges
January 23rd, 2024 by schoolbound
U.S. News sells “badges” to colleges, so they can promote their rankings — whether they are 1st, 10th or much, much lower.
Wife of Investor Who Pushed for Harvard President’s Exit Is Accused of Plagiarism
January 23rd, 2024 by schoolbound
Neri Oxman, a former M.I.T. professor, is accused of copying from Wikipedia. Her husband, William Ackman, vowed to check the work of the entire M.I.T. faculty.
Conservatives See Harvard President Claudine Gay’s Resignation as a Victory
January 4th, 2024 by schoolbound
Amid plagiarism allegations and a backlash to campus antisemitism, Claudine Gay became an avatar for broader criticisms of academia.
The Best Teams That Money Could Buy
January 2nd, 2024 by schoolbound
The four teams in the College Football Playoff used cash payments from fan “collectives” in unique ways to build their rosters, showing how much an influx of money has changed college sports.
The Newest Union Members Are Undergrads
January 2nd, 2024 by schoolbound
R.A.s working in college dorms help crime victims, enforce health protocols and handle mental health crises. They want more pay — and will strike to get it.
How Campuses Are Clamping Down on Pro-Palestinian Speech
January 2nd, 2024 by schoolbound
Universities are under tremendous pressure to stamp out antisemitism, but some say that is causing fear and curbing free expression.
Feeling Alone and Estranged, Many Jews at Harvard Wonder What’s Next
January 2nd, 2024 by schoolbound
After one of the most trying weeks in the university’s recent history, some students question whether they have a place on campus.
So Far, No Major Fallout for M.I.T. President After Contentious Testimony
January 2nd, 2024 by schoolbound
Dr. Sally Kornbluth, who is new to M.I.T., did not draw nearly as much fire as her counterparts at Harvard and Penn after last week’s congressional hearing.
Harvard president to remain after anger over testimony on antisemitism
December 13th, 2023 by schoolbound
Harvard President Claudine Gay received support from the university’s top governing board on Tuesday after days of backlash and calls for her removal.
Harvard president to remain after anger over testimony on antisemitism
December 13th, 2023 by schoolbound
Harvard President Claudine Gay received support from the university’s top governing board on Tuesday after days of backlash and calls for her removal.