Ohio Senate moves to dismantle DEI in higher education

The Ohio Senate has passed a controversial bill targeting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in public colleges, sparking intense debate. Proponents argue it promotes intellectual diversity, while critics warn it threatens academic freedom and inclusivity. The bill also limits tenure protections and faculty rights, with its fate now in the hands of the Ohio House.

Kansas bill could strip away tenure rights, sparking nationwide debate over faculty protections

times of india - 12/Feb 15:05

Kansas lawmakers introduced a bill, House Bill 2348, on February 10, 2025, that could strip away key tenure rights for faculty at public universities....

USDA cuts scholarship at HBCUs: A step toward equality or an act of disparity?

times of india - 12:30

The USDA’s suspension of the 1890 Scholars Program has sparked controversy over its impact on historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)....

Texas bill pushes for display of Ten Commandments in schools sparking legal debate

times of india - 13/Feb 10:59

A legislative push in Texas has reignited the debate over the role of religion in public education. At the center of the controversy are bills that...

GOP-led states eye stricter DEI bans at public colleges as Trump threatens funding

washingtontimes.com - 14:28

Some Republican-led states are weighing stricter bans on diversity, equity and inclusion lessons at public colleges as President Trump threatens to...

France moves to ban headscarves in sports, critics claim discrimination

washingtontimes.com - 18/Feb 13:53

France's Senate on Wednesday backed a bill to ban religious symbols, including the Muslim headscarf, in all sport competitions, professional and...

U.S. universities given two-week ultimatum by Department of Education to end DEI programs or risk losing funding

face2faceafrica.com - 18/Feb 21:17

Universities across the United States have been given a two-week deadline by the Department of Education to dismantle all diversity, equity, and...

DEI ban in US colleges: Some tweak names to dodge federal crackdown, others stay silent

times of india - 14/Feb 15:45

President Donald Trump’s administration has swiftly moved to dismantle federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes, forcing...

State House committee calls for increased oversight of New Hampshire Children's Scholarship Fund spending

times of india - 15/Feb 11:15

The New Hampshire House committee is considering HB 483, which mandates local incorporation for the Children’s Scholarship Fund—NH to increase...

US colleges brace for potential funding cuts as Education Department's controversial 'Dear Colleague' letter sparks nationwide backlash

times of india - 11:30

The US Department of Education's February 14, 2025, "Dear Colleague" letter, calling for race-neutral policies on hiring, compensation, and housing,...

Utah passes landmark bill requiring firearm safety education for K-12 students, sparking debate over role of parents

times of india - 17/Feb 11:00

The Utah House has passed a bill mandating firearm safety education for public school students, starting as early as kindergarten. Aimed at preventing...

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