Epstein Associate Quits Cambridge Business School Board
A former associate of Jeffrey Epstein has resigned from the advisory board of Cambridge Judge Business School, following renewed scrutiny over ties to the disgraced financier.
Category : Universities
Student Stabbed to Death at De Montfort University Campus
A student in his 20s, named locally as Khaleed, has died after being stabbed on the De Montfort University campus in Leicester. An 18-year-old man is in custody.
Australian Universities Protests: Antisemitism and Grading
Australian universities are experiencing protests over antisemitism concerns and a controversial grade system, sparking debates on campus policies and student rights.
London's First 'Super University' Created by Merger
The University of Greenwich and University of Kent will merge in August 2026 to create the London and South East University Group, becoming Britain's third largest higher education institution.
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Major Incident at De Montfort University Leicester
A serious incident at De Montfort University in Leicester has led to road closures and a police investigation, with support offered to affected students and staff.
Greenwich and Kent Merge to Form UK Super-University
The universities of Greenwich and Kent have received formal approval to merge into the UK's first super-university, creating the third-largest higher education institution in the country.
Southend University Closure Hits Students and City Hard
Essex University's decision to close its Southend campus this summer, due to a drop in international students, impacts 800 students and threatens the city's economy and social mobility.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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