The latest on UC’s negotiations with the Trump Administration over funding cuts
Negotiations between the University of California and the Trump administration over the freezing of more than half a billion dollars in grant money have entered early stages. Earlier this month, President Donald Trump offered to restore the cut funding to UCLA under the condition that the University of California pay more than $1 Billion in fines. The retracting of grants came after the President hit UCLA with accusations of antisemitism. Under the state Constitution, the UC has broad latitude to decide how to navigate negotiations with the President. So how are UC leaders thinking about handling this situation, and how does the broader tension between California’s governor Gavin Newsom and the President play into things? Joining AirTalk for the latest on these negotiations is Jaweed Kaleem, higher education reporter at the Los Angeles Times.
The latest on international student enrollment and where CA stands
Earlier this summer, President Trump signed a Proclamation aimed at “safeguarding national security” by suspending the entry of foreign nationals seeking to participate in foreign exchange programs on US college campuses. The Trump administration’s “heightened vetting” tactic aims to monitor all 55 million U.S. visa holders — including international students — to review criminal records, social media activity, and even ideological stances. As a result, international students who applied to American Universities for this year won't be enrolled this fall. However, supporters of Trump’s actions claim that there is a high risk of espionage on campus and that this level of scrutiny is essential to root out students who have ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Critics warn that the move could erode academic freedom, discourage global talent from immigrating to the U.S. permanently, and poke holes in University finances. Joining us to talk about this is Anemona Hartocollis, national reporter for The New York Times, covering higher education, and Jaweed Kaleem, higher education reporter at the Los Angeles Times.
A new book argues that doubt is a key factor in decision-making
When it comes to making difficult decisions, some level of anxiety or doubt is bound to creep into your thinking. But while many see these harsh feelings may make it difficult for some to come to a conclusion they are satisfied with, a new book argues that doubt is actually a decision-making superpower that can be leaned on when complex problems are being mulled over. Today on AirTalk, professor of Business Administration at the University of Virginia Bidhan Parmar joins the program to talk about his new book Radical Doubt: Turning Uncertainty into Surefire Success.
SoCal History: What did immigration to the region look like during the Gold Rush?
The Gold Rush is probably the first example of Western migration that people are taught in schools, with Americans moving, seeking out riches in the Pacific Northwest. Although California did see a lot of migration as a result of gold mining, with most documentation of the period being focused on Northern regions. Southern California did find itself with an influx of immigration, but what was the demographics of those setting foot in the area? Helping us to get into this aspect of Southern California’s immigration story is Bill Deverell, professor of history at the University of Southern California and director of the Huntington-USC Institute on California and the West.
When you love someone, but hate their interests
Compatibility amongst partners often means similar taste in music, aligned beliefs, and shared interests. But what if your partner has a hobby you couldn't care less about, or outright dislike doing? Do you still join them for their weekly pottery class, even though you'd rather be at home watching TV because you know it's important to them? Or do you both just decide to do the things you like respectively on your own? Today on AirTalk, we ask listeners to share how they handle interest misalignment with their partners. Has your partner's interest and passion for something made you come around to enjoying it also? Do you have things you do as a couple and then other hobbies you do individually? For those who want their partner to join them in their interests, why is it important that they also enjoy what you like? Give us a call at 866-893-5722 or email us at atcomments@laist.com.
