Since World War II, U.S. research funding has led to discoveries that fueled economic gains. Now cutbacks are seen as putting that legacy in jeopardy.
Category: Colleges and Universities
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Linda Williams, Who Introduced Pornography to Academia, Dies at 78
One of the first to write seriously about a fraught subject, she also played a major role in developing the field of film studies and feminist film theory.
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Maryland’s Kermit the Frog Commencement Choice Gets Mixed Reaction From Students
The University of Maryland says it is honoring Jim Henson, an alumnus, with its choice of commencement speaker. Some students think it is avoiding “real issues.”
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Netflix’s Reed Hastings Gives $50 Million to Bowdoin for A.I. Program
The Netflix co-founder said he wanted his alma mater to become a leader in studying the consequences, and guiding beneficial uses, of artificial intelligence.
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Lapham’s Quarterly to Be Acquired by Bard College
The beloved magazine started by Lewis Lapham, who died last year, is being acquired by Bard College.
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Sony Gives N.Y.U. $7.5 Million for an Audio Institute
A multifaceted new program at the university’s Steinhardt School will train students (on Sony equipment) for jobs in music and audio “that don’t exist yet.”
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A Muslim Athlete Needed Modest Sportswear. Now She Sells It to Others.
Seeking balance between religion and comfort while playing basketball, Kiandra Browne realized there was a need for better apparel. Her small business is helping fill it.
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What DeepSeek’s Success Tells Us About China’s Ability to Nurture Talent
China produces a vast number of STEM graduates, but it hasn’t been known for innovation. Cultural and political factors may help explain why.
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Should Sports be a College Major? Some, including Nike, Say Yes
The idea of offering a degree in sports has gained momentum now that college athletes can be paid. Now Nike is joining some academics in pushing for it to become a reality.
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Biden’s Push to Cancel Student Debt Surpasses 5 Million Borrowers
With Monday’s authorization and 27 previous ones, the Biden administration has forgiven over $180 billion in student loans, even as its larger policy vision never took root.
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Now on the College Course Menu: Personal Finance
More universities and colleges nationwide are offering courses to teach students how to manage their own money.