In this episode, Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer discuss the campus protests that have been making headlines nationwide and how Congress and the Biden administration are responding to these concerns in Washington.  

They also talk about state challenges to the new Title IX regulations, some positive news regarding the rollout of the new FAFSA, a congressional hearing on legislation to help DACA recipients, and more.

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Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:

House Passes Antisemitism Bill With Broad Bipartisan Support Amid Campus Arrests  NBC News | May 1, 2024 

Bill Summary: The Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023 (H.R. 6090/S. 4127)  American Council on Education 

Dear Colleague Letter: Protecting Students from Discrimination, such as Harassment, Based on Race, Color, or National Origin, Including Shared Ancestry or Ethnic Characteristics  Department of Education | May 7, 2024 

The Campus Speech vs. Safety Tightrope: A Conversation With Fred Lawrence  American Council on Education | May 13, 2024 

Education Department Boosts FAFSA Outreach Efforts to Close Completion Gap  Higher Ed Dive | May 6, 2024 

Dreamers Urge Protections in Senate Hearing on Immigrant Youth  NBC News | May 8, 2024 

US Committee Targets Georgia Tech’s Alleged Ties to Chinese Military Linked Research  Reuters | May 9, 2024 

2024 Changes to the Title IX Regulations: What Campuses Need to Know Now  American Council on Education | April 29, 2024 

Resources on Title IX and Campus Sexual Assault Regulations  American Council on Education 

Over 20 GOP-Led States Sue Biden Administration Over Title IX Rules for LGBTQ Students  NBC News | May 8, 2024 

Political Standoff Over Title IX Puts Red State Colleges in No-Win Situation  Inside Higher Ed | May 14, 2024