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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

BUK expels 171 students for falsifying admission credentials

Bayero University Kano expels 171 students for providing false admission credentials during their application process.

Mar 23 • 08:18 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: BUK Expels 171 Students Over Falsified Admission Credentials

Bayero University Kano has expelled 171 students for presenting falsified qualifications for admission.

Mar 23 • 08:16 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Over 500 students were expelled in 2025

In 2025, over 500 students were expelled from various state universities in Norway due to academic dishonesty.

Mar 20 • 13:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Antisemitic Statements: Maximum Escalation at the Düsseldorf Art Academy

The situation at the Düsseldorf Art Academy escalates due to protests against antisemitic comments made by a Palestinian artist, threatening the institution's integrity and academic freedom.

Mar 19 • 19:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Florida professors quietly defy restrictions on race and gender: ‘This is how authoritarianism works’

Some Florida sociology professors are choosing to ignore new state guidelines that restrict discussions on race and gender in their courses, viewing their actions as a commitment to educational integrity.

Mar 18 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Without Lecture to Exam: When Business Students Write a One with Only AI

German business students can achieve perfect grades without attending lectures, raising questions about the future of education.

Mar 17 • 12:51 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Without Lectures to the Exam: When Business Students Write an A Only with AI

Business students are able to achieve perfect grades using artificial intelligence without attending lectures, raising questions about the future of education in the field.

Mar 17 • 12:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Exclusive - UNN Sanctions Official for Issuing False Document Claiming Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji Graduated From University

The University of Nigeria Nsukka has sanctioned an official for mistakenly verifying that ex-Minister Uche Nnaji graduated from the institution.

Mar 11 • 12:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Studying with artificial intelligence

The academic sector in Brazil and globally is establishing rules for the use of artificial intelligence in text production and knowledge dissemination.

Mar 11 • 01:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Industry Leaders as Mentors. Meet the Experts at WSKZ!

The WSKZ combines academic integrity with professional experience to enhance student education.

Mar 10 • 10:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Ufra professor sentenced to 5 years in prison for fraud and ideological falsehood in Pará

A professor at the Federal Rural University of Amazonia (Ufra) has been sentenced to five years in prison for committing fraud and ideological falsification in Pará.

Mar 7 • 19:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

No NERD, no NYSC, Education minister announces strict new rules

The Nigerian Education Minister has announced new rules emphasizing academic integrity and compliance within the education sector to combat certificate fraud.

Mar 5 • 15:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Paper Mills: A Spam Filter Against Research Fraud

Australian researchers are developing an AI spam filter to combat the issue of fake and low-quality studies produced by so-called 'paper mills' that threaten the integrity of scientific research.

Mar 5 • 13:27 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Paper Mills: A Spam Filter Against Research Fraud

Australian researchers have developed an AI spam filter to tackle the issue of fraudulent studies produced by paper mills, which undermine trust in scientific research.

Mar 5 • 13:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘When submitting university assignments, students must disclose AI use’... The Ministry of Education unveils ethical guidelines

The South Korean government has released draft ethical guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in universities amidst growing concerns over academic dishonesty related to AI.

Feb 27 • 08:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Former Harvard President L. Summers Will No Longer Teach at the University Due to Links with J. Epstein

Former Harvard President Lawrence Summers has announced he will resign from his professor position at the university due to ongoing document reviews related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 26 • 08:25 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Former Clinton, Obama official to resign from Harvard over Epstein ties

Former Harvard President Larry Summers will resign from his positions at the university after communications he had with Jeffrey Epstein came to light.

Feb 25 • 19:24 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Larry Summers resigns from Harvard over Epstein documents

Larry Summers has resigned from his position at Harvard University following controversy surrounding documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 25 • 18:16 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Former US Treasury Secretary Resigns from Harvard Due to Links with Jeffrey Epstein

Lawrence H. Summers has resigned as director of Harvard's Mossavar-Rahmani Center due to connections with Jeffrey Epstein, following the release of related documents by the US government.

Feb 25 • 17:53 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

University of Latvia Implements Unified Guidelines for the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Studies

The University of Latvia has introduced a unified framework for the use of artificial intelligence in its academic programs, ensuring that AI serves as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for student effort.

Feb 25 • 12:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

In conclusion, is your writing well?

The article discusses the impact of generative AI on writing in education, raising concerns about academic integrity and the changing nature of writing skills.

Feb 24 • 20:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: The Problem Lies Not in the Abundance of Fraud but in a Much More Important Issue

This article discusses the ethical and educational dilemmas posed by the rise of artificial intelligence tools in universities, which are transforming academic life beyond just concerns about cheating.

Feb 24 • 09:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Estonian university researcher sent fabricated citations to the press, researcher apologizes

A professor from the Estonian University of Life Sciences submitted an opinion article with falsified references criticizing the restoration of Finnish forests and has since apologized for his actions.

Feb 20 • 11:59 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Wrongly accused of AI cheating – lost a year of studies

Psychology students Hans Hubak Fausel and Isak Mosand Fridstrøm were wrongly accused of cheating using AI on their bachelor's thesis, leading to a loss of an entire academic year despite being exonerated.

Feb 20 • 11:53 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

AI-suspicions strain the relationship between teachers and students

The rise of AI tools like ChatGPT has altered the dynamics between teachers and students in Danish high schools, with concerns about academic honesty and the integrity of educational assessments.

Feb 18 • 07:19 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Survey Documents Widespread Cheating at the Country's High Schools

A new report indicates that high school students in Denmark are utilizing AI tools extensively for their homework and assignments, raising concerns about academic integrity.

Feb 17 • 19:57 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

High school students say they cheat with artificial intelligence

A new report reveals that Danish high school students frequently utilize AI tools for homework and assignments.

Feb 17 • 19:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Scientific Practice: A Spam Filter for Research

The article discusses the prevalence of 'paper mills' that sell fake studies to researchers aiming to inflate their publication records in order to gain prestige and funding in academia.

Feb 17 • 08:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The University of Athens bids farewell to Anna Psarouda - Benaki: She was a model of academic integrity, institutional responsibility, and dedication to the public interest

The University of Athens honors the late Anna Psarouda-Benaki, a distinguished former professor and the first female President of the Hellenic Parliament, commending her legacy in academia and public service.

Feb 16 • 10:12 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Intellectuals in the Black Hole Due to the Epstein Scandal

The article discusses the implications of Jeffrey Epstein's actions on the integrity of intellectuals and academic institutions in the West.

Feb 15 • 10:15 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Gerald M. Steinberg: Activist professor using U of T law department to promote anti-Israel agenda

Gerald M. Steinberg criticizes the University of Toronto's International Human Rights Program for prioritizing political activism over objective scholarship, suggesting it undermines the credibility of academic institutions.

Feb 11 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Data on Contractor Payments Taken Out of Context

The University of Bifröst addresses concerns over contractor payments to staff, denouncing recent reports that inaccurately identified employees involved.

Feb 10 • 18:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Rector warns fresh students against malpractice, cultism

The Rector of Redeemer’s College of Technology and Management, Dr Oladunni Izobo-Martins, has cautioned new students to avoid misconduct such as examination malpractice and cultism during their academic journey.

Feb 10 • 01:23 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Referral to the Ethics Committee Cannot Be Considered an Attack

The University of Bifröst asserts that referring a case to its ethics committee does not constitute an attack, as such matters are private and not made public by the university.

Feb 9 • 06:47 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Reacting to the use of AI in exam grading: - Can weaken academic integrity

Students at the University of Bergen express concerns regarding the use of AI in the grading process, claiming it may bias the assessment of their exam papers.

Feb 8 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The Bifrast Affair: 'This is primarily sad'

The Bifrast issue continues to evoke criticism and distrust towards the university's rector, despite a recent committee ruling.

Feb 7 • 13:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Some private varsities operate like business centres — Pioneer NOUN VC

The Vice-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria, Prof. Olugbemiro Jegede, cautions that many private universities in Nigeria are being managed as profit-making enterprises, which may jeopardize their academic integrity and sustainability.

Feb 5 • 22:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Rivers federal varsity warns against sex-for-grades, extortion

The Federal University of Environment and Technology in Rivers State has issued a warning against student exploitation practices, including sex-for-grades and extortion, emphasizing the importance of maintaining its academic integrity.

Feb 5 • 14:03 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Similar to a 'professional execution'

Hanna Kristín Skaftadóttir compares the complaint against her to a 'professional execution' and warns it sets a dangerous precedent.

Jan 17 • 14:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Universities denounce Ayuso's Government for the private academic center that the College of Lawyers of Madrid will open

Universities have filed a complaint against Ayuso's Government regarding the opening of a private academic center by the College of Lawyers of Madrid, arguing it undermines educational integrity when left in the hands of professional guilds.

Jan 16 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Furry answers from artificial intelligence that violate copyright: 'No gratitude to the institution'

The rector of Bifröst University is accused of using artificial intelligence to support claims that staff misrepresented themselves as co-authors of academic papers.

Jan 15 • 22:02 UTC

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