Trump’s university ‘compact’ is gone. That doesn’t mean the assault on education is over | Kenneth Roth
Summary
The Trump administration canceled a plan that would give federal grants to universities that agreed to follow its rules on education. However, the government continues to pressure universities to change policies, especially on admissions, free speech, and other issues, while consulting with university leaders.Key Facts
- The planned "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education" was dropped by the Trump administration.
- The compact offered special federal funding to universities that adopted certain rules based on President Trump’s views.
- The rules included limiting preferences for underrepresented groups, expanding conservative ideas, restricting some student protests, defining gender according to the administration, and limiting foreign students.
- Only the University of Texas showed some support; most universities rejected the plan.
- Universities and leaders said the compact threatened academic freedom and independence.
- The administration warned universities to post public statements about reforms on their websites by year’s end, covering topics like admissions, free speech, and American interests.
- No clear penalties were announced for universities that don’t comply, but the government might use this information to take future actions.
- The administration has suggested limiting foreign student visas and made accusations against universities related to admissions policies.
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