Iowa State University has named David Cook as its 17th President, signaling a new chapter for the institution. Cook’s appointment highlights a major change in leadership at one of Iowa’s leading universities. This milestone underscores the ongoing evolution and progress of higher education in the state.
The University of Virginia has reached a settlement with the Trump administration that ends civil rights investigations threatening the institution’s federal funding. The move follows months of scrutiny and contributed to the departure of the university’s former president.
A college is launching a new degree partnership, aiming to broaden its educational horizons. The announcement signals a possible step forward for local and wider academic communities, potentially influencing economic and scholarly trends.
Five universities remain on the fence over President Trump’s proposed higher education compact, leaving the White House without a single endorsement. The University of Virginia has already declined, highlighting growing doubts as the formal deadline approaches. Now, the question is whether any institution will sign.
Corvias and Wayne State University have announced new scholarship recipients, marking a noteworthy development for Detroit’s academic community. Though details remain limited, the partnership underscores both institutions’ commitment to bolstering educational opportunities.
Chadron State College begins a new chapter under the leadership of Dr. Jodi Kupper. The Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges appointed her on Monday, marking what is expected to be a significant move for higher education in the region.
Community Colleges for Iowa released a report advocating for the development of bachelor’s degree programs at two-year institutions. With “careful” planning, the proposal aims to bolster Iowa’s workforce and provide better degree access for place-bound students.
Nine leading universities, including Brown and MIT, have received a 10-point “compact” from the White House linking federal support to conservative ideas. The proposal promises “substantial and meaningful federal grants” but has triggered free speech concerns among educators and policymakers.
President Trump announced his administration is on the verge of finalizing a deal with Harvard University to resolve a dispute over funding cuts and governance changes. The pending agreement seeks to ease tensions between the White House and one of America’s most prominent Ivy League institutions.
Surry Community College in Dobson has surpassed 3,100 enrolled students this fall, the highest total since before the pandemic. This surge underscores the college’s continued resilience and success, as indicated by its performance in recent rankings.
