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The family of neuroscientist Jane Wu has filed a lawsuit against Northwestern University, alleging that the university's treatment during the China Initiative contributed to her suicide, but the university has moved to dismiss the case. A full hearing is scheduled for February.
Northwestern University President Michael Schill is resigning amid a $790 million federal funding freeze and controversies over antisemitism and campus protests, with his tenure marked by financial cuts and efforts to address campus issues. He plans to stay until an interim president is appointed and will return to faculty after a sabbatical.
Northwestern University president Michael Schill resigned amid conflicts with the Trump administration over campus antisemitism and federal funding cuts, marking a broader trend of tensions between the Trump administration and major universities over issues like campus protests and diversity policies.
Northwestern University President Michael Schill resigned amid ongoing federal funding freezes imposed by the Trump administration, which targeted research funding and led to legal battles and leadership changes at multiple US universities.
Northwestern University’s 17th president, Michael Schill, announced his resignation after a successful three-year tenure marked by record fundraising, high national rankings, and significant campus developments, citing the need for new leadership to guide the university forward amid ongoing challenges. An interim president will be appointed, and Schill plans to return to faculty duties after a sabbatical.
Northwestern University settled a $130 million wrongful termination lawsuit with former football coach Pat Fitzgerald, who was fired amid a hazing scandal. Fitzgerald denied any wrongdoing, claiming he had no knowledge of hazing and was unfairly dismissed. The university also stated that evidence did not support allegations of his involvement in hazing, and has since taken steps to improve athletic department culture.
Pat Fitzgerald, former Northwestern football coach, settled a wrongful termination lawsuit with the university over allegations of hazing, after initially being suspended and then dismissed following an investigation. Fitzgerald denied knowledge of hazing but acknowledged its occurrence, and the case was scheduled for trial before the settlement. The terms of the settlement have not been disclosed.
Pat Fitzgerald, former Northwestern football coach, reached a settlement with the university over his wrongful termination related to a hazing scandal, denying knowledge of any hazing and emphasizing his efforts to prevent misconduct during his 17-year tenure.
A study from Northwestern University warns that the black market for fake science is growing faster than legitimate research, with some academics improperly taking credit for work they did not conduct, threatening the integrity of scientific progress.
Some individuals over 80, known as SuperAgers, maintain the memory abilities of much younger people due to slower brain shrinkage and other factors, as studied by Northwestern University researchers over the past 2.5 decades.
The family of Jane Wu, a Chinese American neuroscientist at Northwestern University who died by suicide after her lab was shut down amid an investigation into her China ties, has filed a lawsuit alleging discrimination and wrongful treatment by the university, which they claim contributed to her death. The case highlights issues of racial profiling and the treatment of Asian scientists in the US.
Northwestern University faces scrutiny for its handling of antisemitism on campus, with investigations revealing significant Qatari financial influence linked to antisemitic and anti-democratic ideologies. The U.S. Department of Education and House Education Committee are probing the university's response to harassment of Jewish students, while calls grow to sever ties with Qatari institutions and Al Jazeera to protect academic freedom and democratic values.
During a House hearing, Rep. Burgess Owens questioned Northwestern University President Michael Schill about the university's substantial donations from Qatar, a nation known for harboring Hamas leaders. Owens criticized the university's partnership with Al Jazeera and its handling of campus antisemitism. Schill defended the university's actions but faced scrutiny from other lawmakers, including Rep. Elise Stefanik, who highlighted antisemitic incidents on campus and the university's low rating from the Anti-Defamation League. The hearing is part of a broader investigation into antisemitism and foreign influence in U.S. universities.
Northwestern University President Michael Schill faced intense questioning from House Republicans during a Congressional hearing over his agreement with pro-Palestinian student organizers to end an encampment on campus. Schill defended the deal as a measure to ensure student safety and promote dialogue, while critics accused him of capitulating to antisemitic activists. The hearing is part of a broader GOP effort to address antisemitism on college campuses, though some Democrats argue it lacks meaningful solutions and undermines higher education.
Rep. Elise Stefanik confronted Northwestern University President Michael Schill over the school's failing grade in handling antisemitism and allegations of hiring an anti-Zionist rabbi. Schill denied the claims, but Stefanik cited whistleblower reports and ongoing investigations into antisemitic incidents on campus. Northwestern faces lawsuits and criticism for its response to antisemitism, with calls for Schill's resignation following a controversial deal with campus protesters.