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Hampshire College Closes Amid Higher Education Crisis

4/18/2026

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Hampshire College announced its closure due to insufficient resources, signaling a broader strain in higher education.
President Jenn Chrisler said the decision followed extensive exploration of alternatives.
Critics argue the college's progressive agenda, including narrative evaluations, contributed to its decline.
The article notes public confidence in higher education is at a record low and claims many professors uphold liberal biases, reducing accountability.

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Hampshire College announced its closure due to insufficient resources, signaling a broader strain in higher education.
President Jenn Chrisler said the decision followed extensive exploration of alternatives.
Critics argue the college's progressive agenda, including narrative evaluations, contributed to its decline.
The article notes public confidence in higher education is at a record low and claims many professors uphold liberal biases, reducing accountability.