The legislation follows Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposals for changes in higher education.
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Saint Leo University to close 8 satellites, cut staff and degree programs
School officials said the measures were part of a streamlining effort to enable growth in new areas.
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USF says pandemic problems caused $8.6M glitch over ‘distance learning’ fees
Students also face a hike in housing fees as university officials cite rising costs.
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USF halts search for diversity chief amid uncertainty over DeSantis’ plans
“There are too many unknowns to proceed,” USF President Rhea Law said in a letter to the university community.
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As New College faced turmoil, someone called the campus chaplain
How do you start a contentious board of trustees meeting with a prayer? Pastor Dwight Henry struggled to find the words.
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Students urge USF to reject DeSantis request for data on gender-affirming care
Their petition drew 2,400 signatures, but the university said it is legally bound to hand over the information.
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Pass rates continue to fall at Florida nursing schools, data shows
Amid a statewide nursing shortage, many students at private for-profit programs are failing their national licensing exams.
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Change comes swiftly to New College as DeSantis appointees replace president
A majority of new trustees asserts its power, and students are stunned.
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DeSantis proposes sweeping higher education measures aimed at ‘indoctrination’
His plans include tighter controls on faculty hiring and prohibitions on diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
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New College faces upheaval as remade board of trustees meets for first time
Two members have suggested demoting the president, among other drastic actions. Will they get their way?