Sussex University Fights OfS Fine in Court
The University of Sussex argues in the High Court that a £585,000 OfS fine over freedom of speech issues should be quashed as unlawful and unreasonable.
Category : Universities
Trump Seeks $1bn Damages from Harvard in Legal Dispute
Former US President Donald Trump is pursuing a $1 billion damages claim against Harvard University in a contentious legal settlement dispute, escalating tensions between the political figure and the prestigious institution.
Cambridge Accused of Obfuscation Over Arms Investment Fund
Cambridge University faces criticism for lack of transparency in its £4.2bn endowment fund, with academics accusing it of obfuscation over investments in arms manufacturers amid pro-Palestine protests.
Graduate Crisis: Don't Blame Universities, Says Expert
Historian Eliza Filby argues that blaming universities for the graduate crisis is misleading, pointing to systemic failures in education, apprenticeships, and training pathways.
Professor Leaves University After Settling Discrimination Case
Dr Eric Descheemaeker will leave the University of Melbourne after settling a federal court dispute where he alleged his suspension was due to his political opinions.
Oxford Student Denies Racial Hatred Charge
Samuel Williams, 20, pleads not guilty to stirring up racial hatred during a Palestine Coalition protest in London. He faces court next month with bail conditions restricting protest participation.
Graduate Debt Crisis: UK Universities Unfit
UK graduates face £53,000 average debt, with interest charges outpacing repayments, raising questions about university value and taxpayer subsidies.
UCAS Fee Waiver for Care Leavers Announced
UCAS will remove the £28.95 application fee for care leavers starting university in Autumn 2027, aiming to close the higher education participation gap.
US Humanities Face Existential Crisis Amid University Cuts
Students at Montclair State University held a symbolic funeral for humanities departments, protesting restructuring plans. Across the US, programmes face cuts driven by budget pressures and a shift towards market-driven education.
Epstein used university promises to lure victims, survivors say
Multiple survivors of Jeffrey Epstein detail how the financier used offers of scholarships and admission to top universities to ensnare and control them, as a US congressional inquiry investigates.
Astronomers aim to capture first moving image of a black hole
Cambridge scientists lead a global effort to film a supermassive black hole in action, a feat that could transform our understanding of the universe. Discover the ambitious project's goals.
Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez to Step Down
Astrid Tuminez, President of Utah Valley University, announces her resignation for May 2025. Her tenure was marked by growth, personal tragedy, and the campus murder of Charlie Kirk.
Trinity Hall Cambridge defends admissions after memo row
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, apologises for language in an internal memo but insists its admissions policy and commitment to widening participation remain unchanged. Read the full statement.
Goldsmiths to open new campus in Catford Old Town Hall
Goldsmiths, University of London will relocate its Fine Art and Design courses to Lewisham's Old Town Hall in a landmark 10-year deal, bringing over 600 students to Catford and boosting the local economy.
35% of Students Want Reform UK Banned From Campus
A new survey reveals contradictory student attitudes to free speech, with strong support for the principle but also for banning specific political parties from speaking at universities.
Lincoln University student found dead in canal
The body of 20-year-old student Connor Calleja was found in a Lincoln canal after he went missing following a nightclub refusal. Police do not suspect foul play.
University of Pennsylvania faculty condemn 'lists of Jews' demand
Faculty groups at the University of Pennsylvania have denounced a Trump administration demand for lists of Jewish staff and students, calling it a dangerous abuse of power with 'ominous historical overtones'. Read the full story.
40 Years On: The Divisive Legacy of NCAA's Proposition 48
Four decades after the NCAA tied eligibility to test scores, we examine Proposition 48's controversial legacy on racial equity and academic standards in US college sports. Explore the debate.
Trinity Hall Cambridge criticised for private school admissions shift
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, sparks alumni fury by targeting elite private schools for recruitment. Critics warn it abandons potential for privilege. Read the letters of protest.
University Degrees: Passport or Visa to Social Mobility?
A debate erupts over whether a UK degree guarantees social mobility. Experts argue the 'class ceiling' and a weak economy, not graduate numbers, are the real barriers.
Doctor Ghassan Abu-Sitta cleared by medical watchdog
The University of Glasgow's rector, Dr Ghassan Abu-Sitta, has been cleared of misconduct by a medical tribunal over alleged antisemitism and support for Hamas. Read the full details of the case.
University of Manchester Senior Lecturer László Czabán Dies at 62
The University of Manchester's business school mourns the sudden loss of senior lecturer László Czabán, a leading scholar of post-socialist economic transformation. Discover his remarkable journey from Hungary.
Professor Reinstated After Charlie Kirk Row
A University of Tennessee professor suspended for criticising right-wing activist Charlie Kirk has been reinstated following an investigation. Read the full story on the academic freedom debate.
Cambridge college urged to drop private school recruitment
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, faces fierce criticism from alumni and social mobility charities over a policy to actively recruit from elite private schools. Alastair Campbell brands the move a 'departure from reality'.
Cambridge College's Private School Recruitment Policy
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, will target elite private schools for student recruitment, sparking accusations of 'reverse discrimination' and a 'slap in the face' for state-educated pupils. Read the full story.
Pioneering Scientist Nancy Perham OBE Dies Aged 89
Dr Nancy Perham OBE, a renowned Cambridge cell biologist and fierce advocate for women in science, has died at 89. Discover her groundbreaking career and legacy.
University of Melbourne professor settles discrimination case
Dr Eric Descheemaeker settles with the University of Melbourne after his attempted sacking over a leaked email claiming the law school was becoming an 'ideological re-education camp'. Read the full story.
New £925 Levy on International Students from 2028
UK universities face a new £925 flat tax per international student from 2028, adding pressure to institutions already at risk. Explore the impact on higher education funding and the graduate job market.
Northern university students form societies to preserve identity
As southern students dominate northern campuses, northern undergraduates are creating societies to celebrate their culture and counter stereotypes. Discover how they're reclaiming their identity.
Stanford Students Face Felony Trial Over Gaza Protest
Five Stanford University students go on trial Monday on felony charges from a 2024 pro-Palestinian sit-in, the most severe criminal case from US campus protests. Read the full story.
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