Lawsuit Over Campus Safety: Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil says Columbia University and SIPA dean Keren Yarhi-Milo are “systematically” discriminating against Palestinian students, alleging intimidation, surveillance, and repeated calls to NYPD. Civic Access: Valencia College campuses are hosting National Voter Registration Day help at Osceola County sites, with registration due Oct. 5 for the Nov. 3 election. College Sports Policy Fight: The Protect College Sports Act is back in the spotlight as supporters push for a Senate vote and opponents warn it could entrench exploitation and antitrust exemptions. AI in Higher Ed: UNSW researchers argue universities must redesign assessment so students can’t use generative AI to skip core thinking, discussion, and judgment. Workforce Training Boost: New York Gov. Hochul marked completion of the $69.6M Sydor Optics Advanced Technology Center at Monroe Community College to expand semiconductor-focused training. Affordability Push: MSU Denver is rolling out a $3.25M scholarship initiative tied to direct admission with local districts to reduce cost barriers for eligible students. Campus Safety Upgrades: Coastal Carolina and SCDOT agreed on major highway safety changes near campus, including a lower speed limit and a pedestrian-activated signal. Tuition Snapshot: New data shows published in-state tuition and required fees vary widely by county and school, with examples including Wisconsin’s UW-Platteville at $8,644 (2024-25) and Colorado’s Fort Lewis College at $9,958 (2024-25).