NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay) — EducationSeptember 11, 2026Hillsborough County
Florida University Ban and Midterm PAC Spending
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This week's news program discusses a decision by the Board of Governors to ban undocumented students from enrolling in Florida's public universities. It also covers the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and how political action committees are spending money in the state's midterm elections.
Read the full story at WUSF (NPR Tampa Bay) — EducationWhy It Matters
Changes to university enrollment policies and the influence of political money in elections directly impact Florida residents and students.
Key Facts
- The Board of Governors voted to ban undocumented students from state public universities.
- The program featured discussions with the statewide president of the United Faculty of Florida.
- Coverage included political action committee (PAC) spending in Florida midterm elections and a remembrance of 9/11.