More than 170 higher education leaders issue letter condemning Trump's "political interference"

Transparency Regarding Foreign Influence at American Universities

An Executive Order signed by President Trump on Wednesday requires greater transparency into foreign funding of U.S. institutions of higher learning.  The PRC has for years sought to obscure its funding of U.S. and other foreign universities to “tell China’s story well,” gain access to advanced research that they would otherwise face export restrictions on, and to ensure that Chinese students on foreign campuses are surveilled and controlled.

Emory & Henry 'unsigns' national letter calling for dialogue with Trump admin on higher ed issues, cites media coverage

EMORY, Va. (WJHL) — While several hundred colleges and universities have added their names since Tuesday's release of a statement opposing "unprecedented government overreach and political interference now endangering American higher education," one school has reversed course — Emory & Henry University. A spokesperson for the school, Lois Williams, told News Channel 11 late Friday afternoon the reversal "was the result of the reaction to the new…

Universities, States Have ‘Responsibility’ to Act on Climate in Trump Era, UMass President says - Inside Climate News

Across five campuses, the University of Massachusetts System is incorporating climate into the curriculum and working with state leaders to meet climate goals.By Dennis PillionUniversity of Massachusetts President Marty Meehan didn’t play it safe when giving his State of the University address at the UMass Boston campus this week.

Susquehanna U joins 'Call for Constructive Engagement' with federal government

Selinsgrove, Pa. — Susquehanna University's president is among over 150 college and university presidents to sign a statement issued by the American Association of Colleges and Universities addressed to the federal government. The statement was created in response to ongoing…

These Pennsylvania College and University Presidents Say the Trump Administration’s ‘Unprecedented Government Overreach’ Endangers Higher Education - Bucks County Beacon

There are 480 higher education leaders from across the country who have signed a letter opposing “undue government intrusion in the lives of those who learn, live and work” on their campuses.

Ohio Wesleyan University joins nearly 500 colleges opposing 'undue government intrusion'

Ohio Wesleyan University President Matt vandenBerg explained why he joined hundreds of other institutions in condemning “unprecedented government overreach."