COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, Sept. 15 -- Colorado College issued the following news release: In a swift response to anti- diversity, equity, and inclusion legislation, Colorado College has created a safe-haven initiative called the Healing and Affirming Village and Empowerment Network, or HAVEN, for any student wanting to leave institutions of higher education in those states. So far, five states have passed anti-DEI laws, including Florida, Texas, North Carolina, Tennessee, and North Dakota. Du  more

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, Sept. 13 (TNSres) -- South Dakota State University issued the following news on Sept. 12, 2023: By Addison DeHaven Native plants are crucial to preserving the unique and important biodiversity of the northern Great Plains. However, invasive species have wreaked havoc on what were once pristine grasslands in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska. The federal government has taken notice of this issue and has begun efforts to restore the native grasses and wildflowers   more