The Arday case should prompt a rethink of university autonomy
Whatever the merits of his own appointment, time-honoured processes still disadvantage minorities. It’s time for external oversight, says Shamit Saggar
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Will smart glasses make it too risky to speak up in class?
AI-powered glasses may boost learning but they also pose obvious threats to privacy, academic integrity and the sanctity of the seminar room as a safe space to explore ideas. Are universities doing...
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Controversial economics discussion board back online after outage
Economics Job Market Rumors resurfaces after three-week outage, reviving debate over whether forum still matters to the profession
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‘Checkmate’ looms for traditional tests amid AI glasses epidemic
New Zealand case ‘the tip of the iceberg’, and banning the technology will not solve the assessment problem, expert warns
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Manchester chancellor to lead review of Cambridge Arday support
Former prosecutor appointed as university confirms more details of investigation in wake of professor’s death
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The OfS’ response to its legal defeat is welcome but puzzling
A “no surprises” approach to regulation is good, but there was no surprise in the Sussex case because it was predetermined, says Sasha Roseneil
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Amendments likely as senators question Australian funding overhaul
Opposition calls on Labor to reconsider over-enrolment caps with bill facing rocky passage through Senate
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Carl Lygo: ‘I wouldn’t set up a private university today’
As he prepares to retire, Arden vice-chancellor reflects on challenges running for-profit institutions
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US visa pause delays international student enrolments
Applicants from China and India considering making other plans as embassies cancel appointments ahead of introduction of new rules
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Has Academic Twitter found its voice again?
Issues raised by Jason Arday case sent many scholars back on to platform now known as X for first time in years. But critics say Elon Musk-owned site is still no ‘healthy home’ for debate
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If China ends tenure, will its research excellence suffer?
Tongji University’s announcement that even tenured positions will be subject to performance review is likely to be mimicked elsewhere, says Grace Chau
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OfS promises ‘no surprises’ approach after Sussex ruling
Regulator says it will adopt more collegiate attitude following High Court defeat
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News Talks podcast: Asia’s rising international student recruitment
We discuss how as Western countries have tightened their stances on international student recruitment, Asian countries have been quietly capitalising on these changes in student behaviour
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Times Higher Education Awards 2026: shortlist announced
Seven universities lead the way with four appearances each as finalists named across 20 categories
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Smith ‘more than keeping an eye’ on Cambridge Arday investigation
Minister tells peers OfS and others will closely examine findings of ‘independent’ probe