Divya Kumar, Author at Open Campus

Months after USF protests, accused students push back on punishments

One student was suspended until 2025. Another was expelled. Others are facing criminal charges.

The proposed new majors must still go before the university’s academic affairs unit, board of trustees and the Board of Governors next spring.

Trustees envision a major mixed-use development coming to the shuttered Claw at USF golf course.

A top state official said the governor was personally involved as a wave of protests at state universities prompted a reaction.

The issue is at the heart of demonstrations that have swept across Florida and the nation.

But their demonstrations so far have been quieter, with less police involvement.

It’s not the first time the university has been asked to alter its investments, but its response in 1987 was different from today’s.

Officials say they won’t meet demands to change the university’s investment policies. A protester responds: “We will starve ourselves” until they do.

Academics say it’s a solid course for college and university students, but they wish the state didn’t downgrade sociology.

The move comes in response to new state policy prohibiting spending on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.