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Cambridge University accused of bullying ‘cover-up’ as internal survey revealed

The Guardian - Higher Education

Only a quarter of staff are satisfied with how their department tackles bullying and harassment, FoI requests reveal Only a quarter of staff at Cambridge University are satisfied with how their department tackles bullying and harassment, according to an internal survey seen by the Observer. Cambridge undertook its staff culture survey in January 2024 and is now facing accusations from academics that it tried to cover up the grim results, which have been released through freedom of information (F

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US Department of Education's Failure to Address Food Insecurity Among College Students (Government Accountability Office)

Higher Education Inquirer

Nearly 25% of college students in 2020 reported limited or uncertain access to food. Despite being potentially eligible, most didn't receive Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) benefitsformerly known as "food stamps"which could help them pay for food. A recent law gave the Department of Education authority to share students' Free Application for Federal Student Aid data with federal and state SNAP agencies to identify and help students who may be eligible for benefits.

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Weekend Reading: Imperfect information in higher education

HEPI

Joseph Morrison-Howe is an undergraduate Economics student at the University of Nottingham. He completed an internship with HEPI during the summer of 2024. In this weekend long read, he discusses the history of marketisation in higher education and considers whether applicants have enough information to make informed judgements about where and what they study.

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Supporting disabled women in academia matters. Here’s why

Wonkhe

Meridith Wilkinson makes the case for an inclusive space that empowers disabled women in universities to thrive Meridith Wilkinson makes the case for an inclusive space that empowers disabled women in universities to thrive

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Navigating Higher Ed’s Tech & Budget Crunch: Yes, You Can Survive

As Higher Ed institutions continue struggling with budget constraints and enrollment pressures, making smart decisions about technology is crucial. How do institutions enhance data security, optimize their tech stack and engage students effectively…all while managing limited resources? Bret Ingerman, former Vice President for Information Technology at Tallahassee State College, digs into these conundrums, exploring how Pathify offers solutions to enhance student engagement while giving instituti

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Harvard University faculty sue to block Trump review of nearly $9bn in funding

The Guardian - Higher Education

Lawsuit filed along with motion for temporary restraining order calls threats an existential gun to the head Harvard University professors are suing to block the Trump administration s review of nearly $9bn in federal contracts and grants awarded to the Ivy League school as part of a crackdown on what the White House says is antisemitism on college campuses.

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