War on ‘woke’ universities: Donald Trump’s 10-point plan to ‘fix’ American education | World News – Times of India

Overhaul of Accreditation System: Trump intends to dismiss “radical left” accreditors, accusing them of enabling the indoctrination of America’s youth and failing to hold institutions accountable, with a pledge to replace them with accreditors focused on traditional American values.Promotion of American Tradition and Western Civilization: New accreditation standards will include a focus on defending “the American tradition and Western civilization,” aiming to ensure students are educated in patriotic principles rather than what he describes as “Marxist” ideologies.Protection of Free Speech: Trump proposes that institutions reinforce free speech rights, positioning them as a core standard for accreditation and challenging what he perceives as censorship within academic institutions.Elimination of “Wasteful” Administrative Positions: He targets diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) bureaucratic roles, labelling them as “Marxist” and attributing their presence to rising education costs, pledging to eliminate these positions to reduce expenses.Accelerated, Low-Cost Degree Options: Trump advocates for educational pathways that provide accelerated and affordable degrees, aiming to make college more financially accessible for students.Entrance and Exit Exams for Accountability: To ensure educational value, he proposes mandatory college entrance and exit exams, with the goal of proving that students are genuinely learning and receiving a quality education.Justice Department Action on “Racial Discrimination”: He plans to direct the Department of Justice to take action against colleges engaging in what he describes as racial discrimination, particularly when justified under “equity” initiatives.Taxation and Fines on Non-Compliant Endowments: For colleges continuing “unlawful discrimination,” Trump proposes taxing and potentially fining endowments, threatening hefty financial penalties as a deterrent.Restitution for Victims of Discriminatory Policies: Part of the seized endowment funds would be allocated as restitution for individuals affected by what he calls “illegal and unjust policies,” aimed at restoring fairness and penalizing perceived anti-American practices.Emphasis on Career Services and Job Placement: Trump intends for colleges to improve job placement and career services, emphasizing the need for taxpayer-funded institutions to prepare students for meaningful employment and ensure value for educational investment.