Young People are the Future – We Hope They Make Their Voices Heard at the Polls

The right to vote is one of the most fundamental pillars of our society. Encouraging young people to vote and have a say on the issues that impact their futures makes our democracy stronger.

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Trump’s Attack on the Department of Education, Explained

The Trump administration just put millions of students’ education and civil rights at risk by closing key Department of Education offices and firing half of its workforce.

The exterior of the the Education Department (ED) headquarters in Washington, DC.

We Have a Responsibility to Protect Student Protesters

Arresting demonstrators only serves to escalate an already emotionally charged environment, not defuse it.

By Amol Sinha

Protest encampment at Columbia University

Open Letter to College and University Presidents on Student Protests

Academic freedom and free speech are essential. Universities must protect them.

A faculty rally in favor of academic free speech is held in the main quad at Columbia University in New York.

On Book Bans and Censorship: a Q&A with Martha Hickson, 2023 NJ Librarian of the Year

Even though New Jersey has been a national leader in protecting and expanding civil rights and liberties, there have been censorship attempts across the state this year.

By Elyla Huertas

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How to Vote in New Jersey Elections as a College Student

Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and the fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. For college students, it can be especially difficult to know if you’re eligible, how to register, and where to cast your ballot. To vote your values this fall, here’s what you need to know.

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As Students, We Face Invasive AI-powered School Surveillance. Now We're Calling on Lawmakers to Regulate it.

Students care about their privacy but are facing invasive levels of AI-powered surveillance in schools, perpetuating existing discrimination. NJ students are calling on lawmakers to implement regulations on AI-powered surveillance and protect student’s right to privacy.

By Shreya Sampath, Marisa Syed

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Book bans foreshadow more than empty shelves: NJ has an obligation to fight back against attempts to restrict access to information

In recent years across the nation, we’ve seen a resurgence of systematic attempts to ban books from libraries, classrooms, and curriculums with the aim to undermine experiences across all races, genders, and sexualities.

By Amol Sinha

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We Know What Makes Students Safe, Secure, and Ready to Learn. It’s Not Cops.

As students return to school, security is on our minds — but safe schools depend on counselors, not cops. We need supportive environments, not police intimidation.

By Joe Johnson

In the foreground, a security camera is situated against a background of students playing during recess