June 18th 2026Government
Education Department Investigates Smith College's Admissions Policies for Transgender Students
Federal Education Department investigates Smith College's policies on transgender student admissions.
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Smith College regarding its admissions policies for transgender students, according to MSN. Smith College, located in Northampton, is a women's college that has historically admitted students who identify as women.
The investigation appears to center on the college's approach to accepting transgender students, though details about the specific allegations or timeline remain limited based on the available reporting.
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