AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAI & Policy: U.S. lawmakers escalated calls for new AI rules after Anthropic researchers warned rapidly advancing systems could pose catastrophic risks, pushing for safety testing, independent audits, and oversight. Research Funding: Penn Medicine received a $50M gift from Stanley C. Middleman to create the Middleman Center and fund faster cancer, autoimmune, and infectious-disease research. Campus Governance: University of Maryland’s senate voted to replace DEI language in bylaws with “belonging and community,” renaming its committee accordingly. Education Access & Tech: Nigeria’s federal government announced a zero-rated 100MB daily data plan for five million students on approved platforms, alongside safeguards for under-16s. Student Learning Tools: Ohio University Libraries launched a self-paced Canvas Commons tutorial course covering research skills and responsible AI use. STEM & Workforce: UH Maui College secured federal funding to modernize classroom tech and expand hands-on training for high-wage workforce pipelines. Global Higher Ed: The Philippines created the EduPhil program to market universities abroad and streamline entry for international students.
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