The Nevada System of Higher Education approved multi-year tuition increases for public universities to offset a $57 million funding gap, addressing rising costs and infrastructure needs despite student concerns.
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones initiates a nationwide search for legal counsel at UVA, GMU, and VMI to protect academic institutions from political influence and federal overreach following campus governance disputes.
The federal government plans a major accreditation overhaul, with the under secretary criticizing current accreditors for poor student outcomes, lack of accountability, and anti-competitive practices, while emphasizing ROI. Accreditors seek common ground amidst calls for reform.
Florida's public university system evaluates a plan to pause new H-1B visa hiring by 2027. This proposal aligns with Governor Ron DeSantis' goal to prioritize domestic workers over foreign researchers.
University of Pennsylvania is battling an EEOC subpoena for Jewish employee data, citing privacy & historical concerns amidst an antisemitism probe. Penn offers alternative info, while the EEOC seeks direct contact with potential victims & witnesses.
Research universities spent over $37 million on federal lobbying in 2025. Major players like the University of Florida and University of Phoenix addressed federal policy shifts, OBBBA, and research funding.
