Student group calls on Nova Scotia post-secondary students to stage weeklong strike
The Canadian Federation of Students is urging Nova Scotia post-secondary students to initiate a weeklong strike in response to budget cuts and to advocate for more affordable tuition.
Mobile Phones in Higher Education: To Ban or Not? - The Subject #1661
Private universities in São Paulo have implemented a ban on mobile phones in classrooms, sparking a debate about autonomy and concentration among students.
Andalusia approves its new university law against the opposition of public rectors who warn that it attacks their autonomy
Andalusia's Parliament has approved a controversial new university law despite significant opposition from public university rectors who argue it undermines their autonomy.
University autonomy under siege: political pressures and cuts in public institutions
University autonomy in Mexico is facing significant challenges due to political pressures and budget cuts affecting public institutions.
Invitation of Palestinian Artist: Fundamental Dispute over University Autonomy
The invitation of artist Basma al-Sharif to the Düsseldorf Academy of Art has stirred political controversy in the region, leading to calls for the resignation of the rector.
Trump demands now 1 billion dollars from Harvard
Donald Trump is demanding 1 billion dollars from Harvard University in his ongoing offensive against university autonomy, labeling the institution as deeply anti-Semitic and accusing it of spreading false information.
Neither useless nor fragile: University students defend their autonomy
Spanish university students are asserting their autonomy in response to a viral message from the University of Granada stating that the vice-dean's office does not cater to parents, highlighting the conflict between overprotective families and critical educators.
The Academic Union Wants to Change the Higher Education Act
The Academic Union has announced intentions to advocate for changes to the Higher Education Act, aiming to restore academic titles and university autonomy while initiating the development of a new science law.