Trump administration
Texas Tech’s new limits on how faculty teach gender identity and sexual orientation challenge more than free speech
A new memo blocks graduate students from writing theses or dissertations on certain topics, raising questions about academic freedom and the purpose of higher education.
Oklahoma tried out a test to ‘woke‑proof’ the classroom. It was short‑lived, but could still leave a mark
Oklahoma announced in October 2025 it would no longer assess out-of-state teachers with a controversial test developed by a conservative media company.
Trump is changing student loan forgiveness rules – barring some public workers from getting relief, but resuming it for others
A person with the average amount of student loans is paying nearly $300 a month, an amount that many people find difficult to meet.
Federal investigation into Smith College probes whether transgender students can attend women’s schools – challenging the evolving mission of women’s education
The Smith College investigation marks the first time the Trump administration is considering whether trans students should gain admission to certain schools.