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Cornell President Faces Allegations After Parking-Lot Confrontation Post Israel Debate
education23 days ago

Cornell President Faces Allegations After Parking-Lot Confrontation Post Israel Debate

Surveillance footage shows Cornell University president Michael Kotlikoff reversing his SUV as students surrounded his car after an Israel-Palestine debate; a group claims two students were injured, while Kotlikoff says he was accosted and used the vehicle’s safety features to disengage, with one student shown being hit in the clip. The incident underscores ongoing campus speech tensions amid broader debates about funding and governance at the Ivy League school.

via New York Post|
#campus-protests#cornell-university#education
Power-fueled Penn stuns Yale to win Ivy Madness and punch NCAA ticket
sports2 months ago

Power-fueled Penn stuns Yale to win Ivy Madness and punch NCAA ticket

No. 3 Penn upset No. 1 Yale 88-84 in overtime to capture the Ivy League Tournament title and earn an NCAA tournament berth for the first time since 2018. TJ Power exploded for 44 points and 14 rebounds, including back-to-back threes in the final seconds of regulation to force OT; Penn then pulled away in the extra period behind clutch plays from Power and Cam Thrower as Yale’s defense faltered. Penn coach Fran McCaffery, in his first season, guided the Quakers to the program’s dancing status while Yale, missing injured captain Ethan Roberts, saw its regular-season dominance halted at Ivy Madness.”,

via The Daily Pennsylvanian|
#ivy-league#march-madness#penn
Ivy League Grad Charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO's Murder: Key Details Emerge
crime1 year ago

Ivy League Grad Charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO's Murder: Key Details Emerge

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, has been charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan. Mangione, who comes from a wealthy Baltimore family, was arrested in Pennsylvania and faces multiple charges, including murder and weapon possession. He has a background in tech, having founded an app and worked as a data engineer. Mangione's online presence includes discussions on AI and a favorable review of The Unabomber Manifesto. His family expressed shock and devastation over his arrest.

via Business Insider|
#brian-thompson#crime#ivy-league
Friends Stunned by CEO Shooting Suspect's Actions
crime1 year ago

Friends Stunned by CEO Shooting Suspect's Actions

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate from a wealthy Baltimore family, has been arrested for allegedly shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione, who had a promising academic and professional background, was found with a 3D-printed gun and a document expressing hostility towards corporate America. His online presence included a review of the Unabomber manifesto, raising questions about his motives. Friends and family are shocked by the arrest, as Mangione had been missing from social media for months prior to the incident.

via CNN|
#3d-printed-gun#brian-thompson#crime
Yale Appoints Maurie McInnis as First Female President
education2 years ago

Yale Appoints Maurie McInnis as First Female President

Maurie McInnis, currently leading Stony Brook University, has been named the next president of Yale University, starting July 1. McInnis, a Yale alumna and cultural historian, will take on the role during a turbulent time in higher education, marked by protests and leadership changes. She succeeds Peter Salovey, who has been Yale's president since 2013.

via The Washington Post|
#education#higher-education#ivy-league
"Harvard Reinstates SAT and ACT Admission Requirements"
education2 years ago

"Harvard Reinstates SAT and ACT Admission Requirements"

Harvard College will require applicants to submit standardized test scores for fall 2025 admission, reversing its previous test-optional policy. This decision follows similar moves by other Ivy League schools, citing the tests as the best predictors of academic performance and a means to increase socioeconomic diversity. Critics argue that standardized tests create barriers for disadvantaged students, but Harvard officials believe the tests can make the admissions process more meritocratic. The university will accept alternative scores in exceptional cases and plans to assess the policy regularly. Other selective schools, such as the University of Chicago and Columbia University, remain test-optional.

via The Washington Post|
#admissions#education#harvard
"ADL Report: Harvard and Top U.S. Universities Flunk Antisemitism Test"
education2 years ago

"ADL Report: Harvard and Top U.S. Universities Flunk Antisemitism Test"

A report by the Anti-Defamation League graded 85 top US universities on their efforts to combat antisemitism, with only Brandeis University and Elon University receiving an "A" grade. Thirteen elite schools, including Harvard and Princeton, were given an "F". The report documented 746 alleged antisemitic incidents at these campuses, with reports skyrocketing amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. The ADL praised Brandeis for revoking recognition of its Students for Justice in Palestine chapter, while also commending Elon University for promoting informed dialogue. Several Ivy League institutions, including Columbia and Cornell, received disappointing grades, with disturbing incidents of antisemitism reported on their campuses. The ADL called for serious changes in school leadership to support Jewish communities and address the historic levels of antisemitic incidents on campus.

via New York Post |
#adl#antisemitism#campus-incidents
"Harvard Sees Dip in Applications Amidst Ivy League Record Highs"
education2 years ago

"Harvard Sees Dip in Applications Amidst Ivy League Record Highs"

Harvard College experienced a decrease in applications this year, while other highly selective schools, except for Brown University, saw a surge in applicants. The decline in Harvard's applications is speculated to be linked to a year of turmoil, including controversies and a historic Supreme Court decision on affirmative action. Despite this, the college remains optimistic about the talents and experiences of the incoming class.

via The New York Times|
#applications#college-admissions#education
"March Madness 2024: Women's NCAA Tournament Schedule and How to Watch Live"
sports2 years ago

"March Madness 2024: Women's NCAA Tournament Schedule and How to Watch Live"

Columbia's women's basketball team, led by head coach Megan Griffith, made a strong case for an NCAA Tournament berth after their Ivy League tournament championship game loss to Princeton, citing their impressive performance last year and their close games against strong opponents. The committee listened, and the Lions will play their first-ever NCAA tournament game against Vanderbilt. The team's star senior Abbey Hsu has a compelling life story, and their offense is top-ranked. Vanderbilt, with a size advantage and strong defense, is ready to represent the SEC.

via Defector|
#columbia-lions#ivy-league#ncaa-tournament