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Trump administration demands $1 billion fine from University of California over pro-Palestinian protests

The Trump administration has escalated its campaign against higher education by demanding a staggering $1 billion fine from the University of California (UC) for pro-Palestinian protests held on its campuses in 2024. The unprecedented penalty has sparked backlash from university officials and state leaders,......

Trump’s administration accused of unprecedented attack on U.S. universities

A recent financial settlement between Columbia University and the U.S. federal government has sparked widespread concern among legal and academic experts, who are calling it a dangerous precedent in what they describe as an “authoritarian attack” on higher education by President Donald Trump’s......

Queer ISA network launch in Rabat ignites cultural and religious backlash

The International Sociological Association (ISA) has announced the establishment of a new internal initiative, the Queer ISA Network (QISA), aimed at supporting queer members within the organization. The launch coincides with the Fifth ISA Sociology Forum, held from July 6 to 11 at Mohammed V University......

Moroccan scholars oppose Israeli participation in World Sociology Forum

A significant controversy has erupted surrounding the upcoming World Sociology Forum in Morocco, scheduled from July 6-11 at Mohammed V University in Rabat. Various academic organizations and activists are calling for the exclusion of Israeli researchers from the event, citing concerns over Israel's......

AI-powered tools revolutionizing exam prep for Moroccan students

As global academic standards rise, Moroccan students are increasingly seeking innovative tools to excel in both national and international exams. Among these, Studocu, an AI-powered education platform, has gained traction for its ability to transform study routines, offering personalized and efficient......

Morocco offers 20 scholarships to Kenyan students for 2025-2026 academic year

Morocco, through its International Cooperation Agency, is providing 20 scholarships to Kenyan students for postgraduate studies in the 2025-2026 academic year. These scholarships emphasize scientific, technical, and economic fields, with courses primarily taught in French. Candidates without French......

Students at UAB Demand University Cuts Ties with Israel

Students from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) have once again set up camp on campus grounds, urging the university to fulfill its previous commitment to sever all ties with Israel. The student group Acampada per Palestina UAB insists that an immediate academic boycott is necessary. In......

Europe Opens Doors to US Scientists amid Policy Shifts

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are hosting a major conference in Paris aimed at drawing American scientists to Europe, particularly those affected by recent US policy changes under President Donald Trump. The gathering brings together EU commissioners,......

Strengthening academic ties: Morocco and France's renewed commitment

The academic cooperation between Morocco and France is poised for a robust revitalization, as highlighted by Valérie Pécresse, President of the Île-de-France region, during her visit to Rabat. Following a meeting with Azzedine El Midaoui, Morocco's Minister of Higher Education,......