Category : Universities


University Cancels Palestine Conference Over Sanctions

The University of Southern Maine abruptly revoked venue access for a Palestine conference days before the event, citing sanctions against UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese. Organizers are scrambling for alternatives and considering legal action.

Justice Department Sues UCLA Over Alleged Antisemitism

The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against UCLA, alleging the university created a hostile environment for Jewish faculty and staff amid pro-Palestinian protests. This marks an escalation in the Trump administration's actions against universiti

Unite Students Earnings Up Despite Occupancy Drop

Unite Students saw adjusted earnings rise 9% to £232.3m in 2025, though statutory profit fell 78% due to property valuation declines. Occupancy dropped to 95.2% with weaker demand in some cities, but elite universities showed strong growth.

Desmond McConnell: Mineralogist Who Studied Moon Dust

Desmond McConnell, a pioneering mineralogist who worked at Cambridge and Oxford universities, studied Apollo 11 lunar samples and advanced crystal structure research, leaving a lasting legacy in geology and physics.

Harvard Faces Justice Department Lawsuit Over Admissions

The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University, alleging discriminatory admissions practices. The case focuses on legacy and donor preferences, sparking a national debate on fairness in higher education.

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