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Universities Under Pressure: Politics and Policies

This chapter examines the responses of universities like Penn and Columbia to political pressures from the Trump administration, particularly regarding athletic policies and academic oversight. It discusses the complexities of university governance amid student activism and the challenges they face with issues such as anti-Semitism and funding. Focusing on contrasting approaches taken by institutions like Harvard and George Mason, the chapter highlights the broader implications these dynamics have on higher education in a politically charged environment.

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