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• WashingtonEducationSep 29

  Defense Department Ends Tenure Appointments for Civilian Faculty at Military Academies

  The Defense Department will no longer appoint civilians as tenured college faculty at the U.S. military service academies, according to a memo signed by Secretary Pete Hegseth. This decision aims to refocus the academies on warfighting efforts. The directive reportedly does not affect currently tenured faculty members.

• WashingtonEducationSep 29

  Universities Restrict Internships for International Students Following DHS Guidance

  Since August 24th, universities like Princeton, NYU, and Columbia only approve international student internships if the degree requires it. This change follows a new guide from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) affecting F-1 visa students needing work experience.

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