This week in college admissions, UVA comes under criticism for its hiring process, Brown launches a campus-wide recovery effort, Texas A&M censors certain courses, and college dining halls introduce more plant-based options.
The University of Virginia’s Board of Visitors appointed a new president, Scott C. Beardsley, last month. Beardsley was previously the dean of the business school at UVA. However, the board is currently incomplete, following Democratic lawmakers’ refusal to confirm the outgoing Republican governor’s nominees, and critics are questioning whether the incomplete board can legally make the hire.
Brown has launched a campus-wide initiative known as Brown Ever True, following last month’s mass shooting on campus. The initiative will focus on mental health and restoring a sense of safety and security. This follows last week’s announcement of new safety measures, including switching from key to card access in all university buildings and installing additional security cameras.
Texas A&M has flagged or canceled at least 200 courses in the University College of Arts and Sciences due to gender- or race-related content. The censored course material includes passages from Plato and other philosophers, as well as works of literature that contain characters with LGBTQ identities.
College dining halls are increasing their vegetarian and plant-based menu options, in response to sustainability goals and student preferences. According to school administrators, students are more likely to embrace these options when they are described as “plant-based” rather than “vegetarian” or “vegan.”
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