Cornell AAUP
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Cornell’s chapter of the American Association of University Professors
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The government forcing employees to mouth its partisan messages always seemed like more of a constitutional violation rather than (just) a Hatch Act violation
Judge rules Education Department messages blaming Democrats for the shutdown unconstitutional www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
Education Department's out-of-office messages blaming Democrats for the shutdown are unconstitutional, judge rules
The ruling stems from a lawsuit filed after the Trump administration altered employees’ email messages to add partisan language about the government shutdown without their consent.
www.nbcnews.com
November 8, 2025 at 2:54 AM
The government forcing employees to mouth its partisan messages always seemed like more of a constitutional violation rather than (just) a Hatch Act violation
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Cornell Chapter of the AAUP
Statement on Cornell’s agreement with federal government
aaup-cornell.org/2025/11/07/s...
Statement on Cornell’s agreement with federal government
aaup-cornell.org/2025/11/07/s...
Statement on Cornell’s agreement with federal government
The Cornell AAUP chapter has consistently stated that any deal with the Trump administration would be strategically unwise and a betrayal of Cornell’s principles. This remains the case. We ar…
aaup-cornell.org
November 8, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Cornell Chapter of the AAUP
Statement on Cornell’s agreement with federal government
aaup-cornell.org/2025/11/07/s...
Statement on Cornell’s agreement with federal government
aaup-cornell.org/2025/11/07/s...
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I am very saddened to see Cornell comply with the Trump administration’s dictatorial demands. @cornellaaup.bsky.social provides a careful analysis of the potential dire consequences of this capitulation
The Cornell AAUP chapter has consistently stated that any deal with the Trump administration would be strategically unwise and a betrayal of Cornell’s principles. This remains the case. At best, we can say that this deal could have been worse.
Read our full statement here:
Read our full statement here:
Statement on Cornell’s agreement with federal government
The Cornell AAUP chapter has consistently stated that any deal with the Trump administration would be strategically unwise and a betrayal of Cornell’s principles. This remains the case. We ar…
aaup-cornell.org
November 8, 2025 at 12:47 AM
I am very saddened to see Cornell comply with the Trump administration’s dictatorial demands. @cornellaaup.bsky.social provides a careful analysis of the potential dire consequences of this capitulation
Put differently, Cornell appears to have failed "The Lando Test." bsky.app/profile/bren...
President Kotlikoff has assured us that this agreement means that the federal government cannot renew its illegal assault on Cornell’s independence. The promise to not break the law next time would be more reassuring if the federal government had not broken the law this time.
November 7, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Put differently, Cornell appears to have failed "The Lando Test." bsky.app/profile/bren...
The Cornell AAUP chapter has consistently stated that any deal with the Trump administration would be strategically unwise and a betrayal of Cornell’s principles. This remains the case. At best, we can say that this deal could have been worse.
Read our full statement here:
Read our full statement here:
Statement on Cornell’s agreement with federal government
The Cornell AAUP chapter has consistently stated that any deal with the Trump administration would be strategically unwise and a betrayal of Cornell’s principles. This remains the case. We ar…
aaup-cornell.org
November 7, 2025 at 11:24 PM
The Cornell AAUP chapter has consistently stated that any deal with the Trump administration would be strategically unwise and a betrayal of Cornell’s principles. This remains the case. At best, we can say that this deal could have been worse.
Read our full statement here:
Read our full statement here:
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Disappointed in Cornell's announcement today.
Despite finding no violations of the law, Cornell will make a direct $30 million direct payment "as a condition for ending pending claims."
Despite finding no violations of the law, Cornell will make a direct $30 million direct payment "as a condition for ending pending claims."
An agreement to restore Cornell’s federal research funding | University Statements | Cornell University
statements.cornell.edu
November 7, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Disappointed in Cornell's announcement today.
Despite finding no violations of the law, Cornell will make a direct $30 million direct payment "as a condition for ending pending claims."
Despite finding no violations of the law, Cornell will make a direct $30 million direct payment "as a condition for ending pending claims."
Cornell's Town Hall (read: Zoom webinar) on the deal is happening now! vod.video.cornell.edu/media/1_v5em...
University Update from President Kotlikoff
Press the play icon on the screen to watch when the announcement is live.
vod.video.cornell.edu
November 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Cornell's Town Hall (read: Zoom webinar) on the deal is happening now! vod.video.cornell.edu/media/1_v5em...
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My biggest question for @cornelluniversity.bsky.social admin right now is: how will this be interpreted? Will Cornell be changing its current trans-inclusive policy that "allows students, staff, faculty, and visitors to use the restroom or facility that corresponds to their gender identity"?
November 7, 2025 at 6:21 PM
My biggest question for @cornelluniversity.bsky.social admin right now is: how will this be interpreted? Will Cornell be changing its current trans-inclusive policy that "allows students, staff, faculty, and visitors to use the restroom or facility that corresponds to their gender identity"?
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Don't ignore the fact that they announced this capitulation on 11/7, the National Day of Action for Higher Education. @aaup.org @cornellaaup.bsky.social #highered
Cornell agreed to pay $30m, hand over admissions data with demographic breakdowns, produce annual "campus climate" surveys to check on antisemitism and changes "since October of 2023," and—here's the dumbest part they agreed to—that the govt can open new investigations whenever it wants.
Appeasers.
Appeasers.
Cornell has reached an agreement with the federal government to restore our funding:
statements.cornell.edu/2025/2025110...
statements.cornell.edu/2025/2025110...
November 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Don't ignore the fact that they announced this capitulation on 11/7, the National Day of Action for Higher Education. @aaup.org @cornellaaup.bsky.social #highered
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But I am really struck by the rapidity and scale of the government's retreat from its much more extensive and destructive list of demands that it tried to impose on schools at the start of this mess.
It would be far better if Cornell and other schools simply said "no."
But still, a notable shift.
It would be far better if Cornell and other schools simply said "no."
But still, a notable shift.
November 7, 2025 at 5:39 PM
But I am really struck by the rapidity and scale of the government's retreat from its much more extensive and destructive list of demands that it tried to impose on schools at the start of this mess.
It would be far better if Cornell and other schools simply said "no."
But still, a notable shift.
It would be far better if Cornell and other schools simply said "no."
But still, a notable shift.
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There are bad things here, including the transparently bad-faith mess about reporting students races + SAT/ACT scores to the government so they can falsely accuse Cornell in the future of illegal race-based affirmative action (a move that imperils perfectly legal class-based affirmative action).
November 7, 2025 at 5:37 PM
There are bad things here, including the transparently bad-faith mess about reporting students races + SAT/ACT scores to the government so they can falsely accuse Cornell in the future of illegal race-based affirmative action (a move that imperils perfectly legal class-based affirmative action).
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But basically this agreement reads to me like one where the administration recognizes they are losing and are desperate to sign any deal to notch a win.
Many of the most dangerous elements from the Columbia and Brown deals (and the proposed deals with Harvard and UCLA) are missing from this one.
Many of the most dangerous elements from the Columbia and Brown deals (and the proposed deals with Harvard and UCLA) are missing from this one.
November 7, 2025 at 5:35 PM
But basically this agreement reads to me like one where the administration recognizes they are losing and are desperate to sign any deal to notch a win.
Many of the most dangerous elements from the Columbia and Brown deals (and the proposed deals with Harvard and UCLA) are missing from this one.
Many of the most dangerous elements from the Columbia and Brown deals (and the proposed deals with Harvard and UCLA) are missing from this one.
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On the other hand, Cornell agrees to what looks to me like $30 million in funding for futuristic agricultural stuff to benefit farmers (i.e. what Cornell already does), plus $30 million in actual $ paid to the feds.
UVA paid $0, so in that respect this agreement exacted a larger ounce of flesh.
UVA paid $0, so in that respect this agreement exacted a larger ounce of flesh.
November 7, 2025 at 5:33 PM
On the other hand, Cornell agrees to what looks to me like $30 million in funding for futuristic agricultural stuff to benefit farmers (i.e. what Cornell already does), plus $30 million in actual $ paid to the feds.
UVA paid $0, so in that respect this agreement exacted a larger ounce of flesh.
UVA paid $0, so in that respect this agreement exacted a larger ounce of flesh.
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The incredible shrinking attack on U.S. universities continues.
Cornell has signed an agreement—but unlike the UVA agreement, instead of pledging to follow the gov't's highly questionable July "guidance" on discrimination, Cornell simply agrees to hand it out to faculty as a "training resource"!
Cornell has signed an agreement—but unlike the UVA agreement, instead of pledging to follow the gov't's highly questionable July "guidance" on discrimination, Cornell simply agrees to hand it out to faculty as a "training resource"!
November 7, 2025 at 5:32 PM
The incredible shrinking attack on U.S. universities continues.
Cornell has signed an agreement—but unlike the UVA agreement, instead of pledging to follow the gov't's highly questionable July "guidance" on discrimination, Cornell simply agrees to hand it out to faculty as a "training resource"!
Cornell has signed an agreement—but unlike the UVA agreement, instead of pledging to follow the gov't's highly questionable July "guidance" on discrimination, Cornell simply agrees to hand it out to faculty as a "training resource"!
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Higher ed workers say: Condemn the Compact!
Here is CSU-AAUP, AFT Local 6745 member A. Fiona Pearson, professor of sociology at Central Connecticut State University, calling for us to unite in the face of these attacks on higher ed!
@aftct.bsky.social
Here is CSU-AAUP, AFT Local 6745 member A. Fiona Pearson, professor of sociology at Central Connecticut State University, calling for us to unite in the face of these attacks on higher ed!
@aftct.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Higher ed workers say: Condemn the Compact!
Here is CSU-AAUP, AFT Local 6745 member A. Fiona Pearson, professor of sociology at Central Connecticut State University, calling for us to unite in the face of these attacks on higher ed!
@aftct.bsky.social
Here is CSU-AAUP, AFT Local 6745 member A. Fiona Pearson, professor of sociology at Central Connecticut State University, calling for us to unite in the face of these attacks on higher ed!
@aftct.bsky.social
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The problem wasn't that universities were indifferent to antisemitism, but that they allowed trustees, advocacy groups, demagogues, etc to pressure them into treating as "antisemitism" all kinds of political expression and advocacy that was entirely legitimate.
November 7, 2025 at 5:56 PM
The problem wasn't that universities were indifferent to antisemitism, but that they allowed trustees, advocacy groups, demagogues, etc to pressure them into treating as "antisemitism" all kinds of political expression and advocacy that was entirely legitimate.
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But of course there's no such evidence. The settlement only confirms what we already knew--that the Trump admin's Title VI allegations were baseless and made in bad faith.
November 7, 2025 at 5:37 PM
But of course there's no such evidence. The settlement only confirms what we already knew--that the Trump admin's Title VI allegations were baseless and made in bad faith.
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If the Trump admin had evidence that Cornell systemically discriminated against Jewish students in violation of Title VI, it wouldn't let the university off the hook for a $30m investment in research about AI, robotics, and farming. /1
November 7, 2025 at 5:36 PM
If the Trump admin had evidence that Cornell systemically discriminated against Jewish students in violation of Title VI, it wouldn't let the university off the hook for a $30m investment in research about AI, robotics, and farming. /1
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As a Cornell alum, this is beyond disappointing. Not just morally but strategically - have they not learned capitulation won't protect us?
Breaking News: Cornell University reached an agreement with the Trump administration that would restore hundreds of millions in funding to the university. It's expected to pay a $30 million fine to the government and to invest $30 million in agriculture and farming programs.
Cornell Reaches Deal with Trump Administration to Restore Research Funds
The Ivy League university had warned of layoffs after the Trump administration stripped it of funds this year. The cuts were among the deepest in higher education.
nyti.ms
November 7, 2025 at 5:43 PM
As a Cornell alum, this is beyond disappointing. Not just morally but strategically - have they not learned capitulation won't protect us?
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A hearing is underway re: the American Association of University Professors et al v. Trump et al, Motion For Preliminary Injunction.
November 6, 2025 at 6:17 PM
A hearing is underway re: the American Association of University Professors et al v. Trump et al, Motion For Preliminary Injunction.
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Trump's changes to PSLF would implement an ideological litmus test, draining talent from desperately needed jobs that help vulnerable communities & saddling workers with insurmountable debt. www.thecentersquare.com/national/art...
Teacher unions sue to protect student loan forgiveness
(The Center Square) - A coalition of teacher unions and nonprofits sued the U.S. Department of Education this week over its new rule limiting Public Service Loan Forgiveness for government
www.thecentersquare.com
November 6, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Trump's changes to PSLF would implement an ideological litmus test, draining talent from desperately needed jobs that help vulnerable communities & saddling workers with insurmountable debt. www.thecentersquare.com/national/art...
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Shock doctrine tactics supported by schlock data make a mockery of shared governance. UNL AAUP are fighting hard. Time for faculty at every university going through "program review" to stand with their colleagues and students being targeted. @aaup #highered
www.chronicle.com/article/a-un...
www.chronicle.com/article/a-un...
U. of Nebraska’s Attempt to Measure Academic Programs’ Productivity Draws Faculty Ire
Administrators at the Lincoln campus say insufficient state aid and a decline in enrollment resulted in a $27.5-million budget deficit.
www.chronicle.com
November 5, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Shock doctrine tactics supported by schlock data make a mockery of shared governance. UNL AAUP are fighting hard. Time for faculty at every university going through "program review" to stand with their colleagues and students being targeted. @aaup #highered
www.chronicle.com/article/a-un...
www.chronicle.com/article/a-un...
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Join the Yale AAUP Today (Thursday) at 5 pm to discuss how federal funding cuts are threatening life-saving research at Yale and across the country-- DM for more info!
November 6, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Join the Yale AAUP Today (Thursday) at 5 pm to discuss how federal funding cuts are threatening life-saving research at Yale and across the country-- DM for more info!
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While actions will be taking place on campuses across the country this Friday, you can also participate in this teach-in for the National Day of Action for Higher Education on Zoom! 👏👇
Teach-in November 7th at Noon Come One, Come All!
November 3, 2025 at 2:45 PM
While actions will be taking place on campuses across the country this Friday, you can also participate in this teach-in for the National Day of Action for Higher Education on Zoom! 👏👇
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Come out on 11/6 in SF to listen to the preliminary injunction hearing in AAUP v Trump! Show the federal courts that we stand up for academic freedom and will not capitulate!
WE are the UC!
WE are the UC!
November 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Come out on 11/6 in SF to listen to the preliminary injunction hearing in AAUP v Trump! Show the federal courts that we stand up for academic freedom and will not capitulate!
WE are the UC!
WE are the UC!