
Katherine Mangan
Senior writer for The Chronicle of Higher Education. She covers campus activism, student life, free speech, and the shifting landscape of higher education.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 50min
Trump's Presidential Library Grift. Plus, the Hacker Behind the NYT’s Mamdani Story.
Tim Naftali, a Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University, reveals how Donald Trump is financing his presidential library through lawsuit settlements with media companies, sparking ethical debates. Katherine Mangan, a Senior writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education, discusses the Trump administration's investigations into George Mason University, highlighting the political pressure on educational institutions. Elizabeth Lopatto from The Verge uncovers the troubling background of a hacker who leaked admissions data, examining media coverage and its implications for journalistic integrity.

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Jul 24, 2025 • 45min
The Shifting Landscape Of Higher Education
Katherine Mangan, Senior Writer for The Chronicle of Higher Education, sheds light on the current tumultuous landscape of higher education. She discusses the Trump administration's pressure on elite universities and the scrutiny faced by George Mason University regarding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts. Mangan delves into the challenges leading to university leadership resignations and the implications of funding cuts, framing a compelling narrative of how political influences are reshaping the academic environment.

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Mar 11, 2025 • 33min
Disappearing White Student
Katherine Mangan, a senior writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education, discusses the striking 19% decline in white student enrollment since 2018. She highlights overlooked aspects of this trend within the context of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. Mangan explores changing perceptions of education's value, particularly among affluent white students who are opting for trade skills over college. She also shares insights into the experiences of conservative students feeling unwelcome in the college environment, leading to alternative educational choices.