Divya Kumar
Tampa Bay Times
Tampa, FL, United States
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Past articles by Divya:
Florida universities provide little gender-affirming care, reports show
The records were ordered by Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has questioned why public institutions offer such treatment. → Read More
USF urged to drop charges against 4 people arrested during campus protest
President Rhea Law said the matter will be reviewed but added the protest was not peaceful. → Read More
USF officials try to ease fears over Florida’s targeting of diversity programs
“We are absolutely committed to fostering an inclusive environment,” university President Rhea Law says. → Read More
USF police clash with protesters in march over diversity programs. 4 arrested.
Videos taken by students show protesters and officers tussling, grabbing, shouting and falling to the floor. → Read More
Why is diversity the hot issue in Florida higher education? 4 things to know.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has set out to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs at state colleges and universities. → Read More
National organizations condemn Florida bill that would bring major higher ed changes
The statement against HB 999 came from the American Association of University Presidents, American Federation of Teachers and National Coalition Against Censorship. → Read More
Does New College have money to pay Richard Corcoran’s salary? Some have doubts.
Leaders of the school’s foundation say the funds may not be available. → Read More
Protests at Florida campuses target DeSantis proposals. ‘We’re not shutting up.’
Students and faculty around the state gathered to speak out against the governor’s new policies on higher education. → Read More
Florida bill would end diversity programs, ban majors, shift power at universities
The measure in the Florida House mirrors recent proposals by Gov. Ron DeSantis. → Read More
Florida students plan statewide walkout to protest DeSantis’ education policies
The largely symbolic action will be accompanied by speeches and teach-ins by professors on topics including history. → Read More
Florida bills target ‘political loyalty tests’ in college diversity efforts
The legislation follows Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposals for changes in higher education. → Read More
How does Richard Corcoran’s New College salary compare? The answer in 4 charts.
The former education commissioner will earn significantly more than presidents at larger universities. → Read More
Saint Leo University to close 8 satellites, cut staff and degree programs
School officials said the measures were part of a streamlining effort to enable growth in new areas. → Read More
USF students were overcharged $8.6M for ‘distance learning’ fees, audit finds
Students also face a hike in housing fees as university officials cite rising costs. → Read More
New College board more than doubles president’s pay for Richard Corcoran
They approve a $699,000 base salary for the former Florida House speaker and education commissioner. He’s the school’s new interim president. → Read More
USF halts search for diversity chief amid uncertainty over DeSantis’ plans
“There are too many unknowns to proceed,” USF President Rhea Law said in a letter to the university community. → Read More
It’s Ben Sasse’s first day as UF president. Here’s what he’s saying.
“Let us not duck the hardest questions,” he writes in one of two letters to the University of Florida community. → Read More
Students urge USF to reject DeSantis request for data on gender-affirming care
Their petition drew 2,400 signatures, but the university said it is legally bound to hand over the information. → Read More
Change comes swiftly to New College as DeSantis appointees replace president
A majority of new trustees asserts its power, and students are stunned. → Read More
DeSantis proposes sweeping higher education measures aimed at ‘indoctrination’
His plans include tighter controls on faculty hiring and prohibitions on diversity, equity and inclusion programs. → Read More