A Republican lawmaker filed a sweeping bill Wednesday aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at Kentucky’s public universities and colleges. Rep. Jennifer Decker’s House Bill 4 comes as DEI programs in higher education, the private sector and federal government are under siege by Republicans, including President Donald Trump. Decker’s bill would prevent colleges from […]
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NKU deficit cut to $9.6 million under new budget
Following the announcement of a $24 million budget deficit last year, Northern Kentucky University has approved its operating budget for the upcoming school year, reducing its deficit from more than $24 million to $9.6 million. This includes a 3% tuition increase and eliminates 100 faculty and 25 staff positions as the university continues to pull […]
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Hebron’s Ben Brandstetter named chair of Council on Postsecondary Education; Kim Halbauer vice chair
By Vanessa Fisse Ben Brandstetter, of Hebron, is the new chair of the Council on Postsecondary Education, and Kimberley Halbauer, of Fort Thomas, is vice-chair. The Council elected its leadership at its meeting earlier today at the University of Kentucky. “It’s an honor to be chosen to lead the Council on Postsecondary Education,” said Brandstetter. […]