Trump signs memo requiring universities to disclose admissions data on race

August 8, 2025 10:17 AM

Trump signs memo requiring universities to disclose admissions data on race

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a memorandum that requires universities to collect admissions data to prove they are not engaged in efforts to shape their student bodies along racial lines, according to the White House. But the largest higher education policy and lobbying organization in the U.S. said the wording of the memo was vague. The American Council on Education also said it may be illegal for schools to collect the data on race that the White House seeks. The move is the...

UGC extends deadline to submit feedback on draft UGC regulations

February 6, 2025 11:05 PM

UGC extends deadline to submit feedback on draft UGC regulations

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has extended the deadline for submitting feedback on the Draft UGC Regulations, 2025, to February 28. The proposed regulations outline the minimum qualifications for appointing and promoting teachers and academic staff in universities and colleges while aiming to maintain educational standards. Originally released on January 6, the draft sought input from stakeholders with a feedback deadline of February 5. However, following multiple requests, UGC Secreta...