Campus Conflict: Ohio University Grapples with New Anti-Trans Bathroom Law and Federal Cutbacks on Diversity Programs

Athens, Ohio – A new Ohio law, SB 104, which was signed into law on November 25 and takes effect on February 25, has sparked controversy among students and faculty at Ohio University. The legislation bans transgender individuals from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity within educational institutions from kindergarten through universities in Ohio. This development comes in conjunction with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump aiming to terminate what he referred to as “radical and wasteful” government-funded Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. The university, known for its diverse community … Read more

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit from Pro-Palestinian Student Group Against University of Vermont Over Campus Encampment

BURLINGTON, Vt. — A legal case involving a student group at the University of Vermont advocating for Palestinian rights has come to a close with the federal court ruling in favor of the university. The group, Students for Justice in Palestine, faced suspension after organizing a 10-day encampment on the university’s campus last spring, an act deemed by campus officials as a violation of multiple school policies. The student group contended that their suspension infringed upon their First Amendment rights, prompting a lawsuit against the institution. However, on December 20, Judge William Sessions dismissed the … Read more

California School District Sued for Alleged Failures to Combat Antisemitism on Campus

Redwood City, Calif. — Several Jewish students have initiated a lawsuit against the Sequoia Union High School District, alleging a failure to safeguard them from what they describe as an increasingly antisemitic environment at their schools. The plaintiffs, who attend schools within the district’s jurisdiction, claim their academic settings have been tainted by a spike in prejudicial behavior which includes the drawing of swastikas on properties and episodes of verbal harassment by peers and staff. One parent, Sam Kasle, has been particularly vocal, sharing that his child, a student at Woodside High School, experienced direct … Read more

California Judge Advances Veteran Housing, Denies Federal Delay in LA Campus Project

Los Angeles, California — A federal judge in California has taken a firm stance against the federal government’s attempt to delay the construction of housing for military veterans. In a recent ruling, the judge emphasized the necessity of moving forward with the development on a designated campus in Los Angeles, underscoring that the government must not “resist accountability.” This judicial rebuff highlights longstanding issues surrounding veteran care and the federal commitments to improving living conditions for those who have served. The campus, intended exclusively for veterans, promises a crucial sanctuary to support their transition to … Read more