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The Ivies can weather the Trump administrationās research cuts ā itās the nationās public universities that have the most to lose
The Ivies can weather the Trump administrationās research cuts ā itās the nationās public universities that have the most to lose The author argues that while Ivy League universities may face challenges from federal research funding cuts, public universities have more to lose due to their reliance on federal funds. The Trump administration’s cuts are […]
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Trumpās proposed cuts to work study threaten to upend a widely supported program that helps students offset college costs
Trumpās proposed cuts to work study threaten to upend a widely supported program that helps students offset college costs Trump’s proposed cuts to work-study programs could significantly impact nearly 700,000 college students who rely on the program to offset college costs. The Trump administration has proposed cutting $980 million from work-study programs, which would leave […]
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The shutdown has ended ā but this economist isnāt rejoicing quite yet
The shutdown has ended ā but this economist isnāt rejoicing quite yet The US government shutdown has ended after 43 days, but its economic impact will be felt for some time. The short-term effects of the shutdown include a decline in consumer spending, reduced tourism activity, and a hit to retailers, particularly in Washington D.C. […]
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Exactly what is in the Ivy League deals with the Trump administration ā and how they compare
Exactly what is in the Ivy League deals with the Trump administration ā and how they compare The Trump administration has reached deals with several Ivy League universities, including Harvard, Columbia, and Brown, to end government inquiries into their treatment of Jewish students and other practices on campus. The deals require these universities to pay […]
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Lifecycle of a research grant ā behind the scenes of the system that funds science
Lifecycle of a research grant ā behind the scenes of the system that funds science Research grants are awarded to support specific research projects, and the process involves careful review by experts to ensure high standards of scholarship and financial integrity. The grant application process typically includes a literature review, a detailed description of the […]
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President Trump Announces He Will Revoke Harvardās Tax-Exempt Status
President Trump Announces He Will Revoke Harvardās Tax-Exempt Status President Trump has announced that he will revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status, citing “what they deserve” as the reason. If confirmed, Harvard would have to pay federal income taxes on its revenue and donations could be lost if donors can no longer claim tax deductions on […]
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Harvard University Rejects Trump Administrationās Demands
Harvard University Rejects Trump Administrationās Demands Harvard University has rejected a list of demands from the Trump Administration, which included changes to its governance, hiring practices, and admissions procedures, in an effort to combat antisemitism on campus. The university’s president, Alan Garber, stated that Harvard will not surrender its independence or relinquish its constitutional rights, […]
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NASA Wallops Breaks Ground on New Causeway Bridge
NASA Wallops Breaks Ground on New Causeway Bridge NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility has broken ground on its new causeway bridge, which will replace the current 65-year-old bridge serving as the only vehicular access to and from the island. The new bridge, slated for completion in early 2028, will feature a flatter structure capable of accommodating […]
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Columbia University Replaced Its President as the White House Threatened Funding
Columbia University Replaced Its President as the White House Threatened Funding Columbia University has replaced its president, Dr. Katrina Armstrong, after her leadership threatened $400 million in federal funding, following a series of White House demands. The Trump Administration is threatening to withhold billions of dollars in funding from several universities across the country, including […]
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