ACADEMIC FREEDOM

Jul 31 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Religion Program: A Clash of Ideas and Consequences

Harvard Divinity School's Religion and Public Life program has faced significant changes recently. The program, which aimed to promote understanding of religion's role in society, has been restructured. This shift comes after allegations of bias and antisemitism. Students and faculty involved in the program have mixed feelings. Some believe the program was fair and ...

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Jun 09 2025SCIENCE

The Resilience of Exiled Scientists: Pharmacologists Under Nazi Rule

The persecution of Jewish and dissenting German pharmacologists during the Nazi era (1933-1945) had a profound impact on their professional lives. The oldest pharmacological journal, Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, was established in 1873. It has a rich history and has published numerous historical studies, including some marking its 150th anniversary...

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May 27 2025POLITICS

Harvard University Faces Federal Funding Freeze

The Trump administration has taken a strong stance against Harvard University. The federal government has ordered agencies to end their contracts with the university. This move, announced in a letter from the U. S. General Services Administration, aims to cancel an estimated 100 million USD in remaining federal contracts. Agencies have until June 6 to report which...

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May 25 2025SCIENCE

Opportunity in Crisis: Scientists Eye Global Shifts

The recent changes in U. S. federal funding for scientific research have sparked a global trend. Countries are now rolling out initiatives to attract American scientists. This shift is not just about filling vacant positions; it's about offering a safe haven for academic freedom. The U. S. has long been a leader in scientific research, thanks to substantial governme...

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Apr 27 2025EDUCATION

Standing Up for Learning: Universities Fight Back

Universities across the United States are finally taking a stand against recent government attempts to control what happens on campuses. This shift comes after a long period of silence from university leaders in the face of aggressive government actions. More than 400 university presidents have signed a statement condemning the government's interference in academic a...

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Apr 23 2025EDUCATION

Universities Push Back Against Political Pressure

Over a hundred universities in the U. S. have joined forces. They want to send a clear message to the government. They are against what they see as unfair political interference. This all started when the Trump administration froze a big chunk of money. It was meant for Harvard University. The amount was $2. 2 billion. Later, they threatened to suspend another $1 bil...

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Apr 23 2025EDUCATION

University Leaders Push Back Against Federal Control

Many leaders in higher education are worried. Over 180 of them have joined forces to speak out against what they see as government overreach. They believe that political interference is now threatening the future of colleges and universities across the nation. This is a big deal. It's not just about one school or one state. It's about the whole system of higher educa...

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Apr 22 2025EDUCATION

Harvard Fights Back Against Funding Threats

Harvard University is in a tough spot. The Trump administration is trying to pull a lot of money from the school. This is because Harvard refused to follow some demands from the government. The school has decided to fight back by taking legal action. The administration wants to freeze billions of dollars in funding. This includes money for medical research and other...

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Apr 15 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Stand Against Government Control

The Trump administration has taken a hard stance against Harvard University. It has frozen a significant amount of federal funding. This move comes after Harvard refused to accept what it saw as an attempt to control the university's operations. The administration's actions have sparked a broader debate about academic freedom and government overreach. The dispute...

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Apr 14 2025EDUCATION

Universities Under Fire: Government vs. Academic Freedom

For decades, the federal government has been a key player in funding universities. This partnership has led to major breakthroughs in medicine, engineering, and science. These advancements have improved lives worldwide. Lately, the government has been threatening to cut ties with some universities. This is due to claims of antisemitism on campuses. The government has...

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