Economic Justice
Economic Justice
Labor
Inside the UC Academic Workers’ Strike
Nov 23, 2022 In addition to sending a message to the university that workers demand better than what is being offered, the strike is also alerting the entire university community to the long-standing plight of graduate students and postdoctoral workers.
American Higher Education Is Even More Corrupt Than It Looks
Sep 30, 2019 A new report from ProPublica and New York Magazine reveals how one billionaire parent completely gamed the college application process.
Suburban Parents Giving Up Custody to Help Kids Get College Aid
Jul 30, 2019 In Illinois, students declare financial independence to qualify for tuition help and scholarships.
The New York Times Is Oblivious to the Student Debt Crisis
Jul 29, 2019 Why are Democratic candidates going on about student loan debt? According to the newspaper of record, the problem is practically solved!
Bernie Sanders Offers Plan to Wipe Out Student Debt Completely
Jun 24, 2019 The Vermont senator plans to unveil a bold legislative package to make public colleges and universities tuition-free and wipe out student loan debt.
The Rich Have Bought Their Way Into Elite Colleges for Decades
Mar 13, 2019 "The Price of Admission" author Daniel Golden reflects on the pay-for-play scandal and how our higher education system has been rigged.
Fixing U.S. Higher Education System Is Largely About Cost
Feb 19, 2018 The price of a college education, even at public universities, is out of control, causing many Americans to question whether college degrees pay off.
The Price of Higher Education
Feb 10, 2018 A fundamentally capitalist approach today seeks to sell students an entry pass into the job market while depriving them of the critical skills a university degree has historically represented.
Student Debt Slavery: Time to Level the Playing Field
Jan 4, 2018 To get fair credit terms, students need to know their rights and mobilize. They can demand better terms through state-owned banks.
U.S. School Partners With Saudi Security College
Sep 30, 2017 Critics say the program, overseen by the University of New Haven, will shape the instruction of officers within the oppressive Middle Eastern regime.
