To celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Illinois Wesleyan University felt it appropriate to host an event focusing on LGBT issues and advocacy.
Topic: Accuracy in Academia
University of Florida Doesn’t Pay Social Media Interns, but Offers Credit
The University of Florida doesn’t pay its social media interns, but does offer internship credit.
English and Language Professors Wonder About Falling Enrollment for Their Classes
English and language professors wondered how to increase enrollment in face of plunging enrollment.
American University Seminar: Don’t Judge Writing Based on Quality
American University is hosting a writing seminar that teaches faculty attendees to not judge quality of writing, which should defeat the purpose of going to college, right?
Pennsylvania Commission Investigating High School Mascot Name Change from ‘Redskins’
A Pennsylvania high school may have its mascot changed from the “Redskins” to another name, which decision will be decided by the state’s Human Relations Commission.
Portland High School Students Protest School Resource Officers in School
Portland, Oregon high school students protested in front of City Hall and walked out of class. The reason for their protest? They did not like the presence of school resource officers, or school cops.
ACLU Unhappy with Alleged High School Badge ‘Shaming’
The ACLU noticed a high school badge ID issue, which some students call discriminatory and leads to bullying or shaming.
Philadelphia Art Historian Wary of European Art in American Museums due to Rising ‘White Supremacist Violence” in America
An art historian claimed that European art has been used to support white supremacist beliefs, which means museums should reconsider featuring European art in their exhibits.
Ohio Wesleyan has a ‘Social Justice’ Major
Ohio Wesleyan offers a ‘social justice’ major that requires activism activities in order to graduate.
Georgetown University’s Faculty Senate Proposes Gun Ban on Campus
Georgetown University is looking to ban guns on its campus.