Stephanie Saul

Stephanie Saul is an education reporter at The New York Times. She primarily covers colleges and universities, focusing on the changes in college admissions and the intersection of politics and education in various states. Stephanie grew up in Mississippi, attended public schools, and graduated with a degree in journalism from the University of Mississippi. She has worked for several newspapers, including The Clarion-Ledger, The Plain Dealer, Newsday, and The New York Times since 2005. Her journalistic ethics prioritize transparency and not being beholden to any particular interest group.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/stephanie-saul

82%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • In several articles, the author highlights instances where university presidents are facing controversy or criticism.
  • The author frequently reports on colleges and universities, with a focus on the political aspects of education.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • In several articles, the author reports on conflicts related to university presidents and their institutions. However, there is no evidence of personal financial gain or any direct connection between the author and the subjects of their reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In an article about Dartmouth College President Sian Leah Beilock, the author reports that she was censured by the faculty over protest actions. However, in another article about Columbia University's President, Dr. Shafik, the author mentions that students were protesting for ten days against financial ties to Israel and companies enabling the conflict in Gaza.
  • In one article, the author reports that James Crumbley ignored warning signs of his son's mental health issues and still bought him a semiautomatic handgun. However, in another article about Jennifer Crumbley's trial for involuntary manslaughter, the author quotes her discussing her son's agitated state but does not mention the gun purchase.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • In another article, the author mentions that Ethan Crumbley had been advised by his attorneys not to waive his privilege or confidentiality, which implies that he may have had knowledge of potential wrongdoing but does not provide any evidence to support this claim.
  • In one article, the author includes a statement from Dr. Shafik during a presentation at a senate meeting that was potentially misleading without further context.

Recent Articles

Maurie McInnis: From Yale Alumna to New President

Maurie McInnis: From Yale Alumna to New President

Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 Maurie McInnis, Yale alumna and current president of Stony Brook University, appointed as new Yale president. Led Stony Brook through pandemic, received $500M endowment, achieved highest rankings. Poised to lead Yale into success.
Dartmouth College President's Swift Action Leads to Protests, Arrests, and Injuries

Dartmouth College President's Swift Action Leads to Protests, Arrests, and Injuries

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024 On May 1, 2024, Dartmouth College President Sian Leah Beilock authorized the removal of a student protest encampment, resulting in injuries to a professor, arrests of student journalists, and a bystander's fractured shoulder. Beilock faced criticism from students and faculty following the contentious police intervention.
Cornell University President Martha Pollack Announces Retirement, Provost Michael Kotlikoff to Serve as Interim

Cornell University President Martha Pollack Announces Retirement, Provost Michael Kotlikoff to Serve as Interim

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024 Cornell University President Martha E. Pollack, who oversaw new interdisciplinary programs and navigated the COVID-19 pandemic during her tenure, announced her retirement effective June 30, 2024. Provost Michael I. Kotlikoff will serve as interim president while a search for a new permanent leader begins. Pollack faced criticism for the university's handling of campus controversies involving antisemitism and pro-Palestine demonstrations, but was also praised for her commitment to free expression protection and addressing Islamophobia.
College Protests Against Israel Ties: Negotiation vs. Arrests at Columbia, Indiana, and Ohio State Universities

College Protests Against Israel Ties: Negotiation vs. Arrests at Columbia, Indiana, and Ohio State Universities

Broke On: Friday, 26 April 2024 College students across the US protest against universities' financial ties to Israel and companies involved in the Gaza conflict. Some universities negotiate with students, while others call police. At Columbia University, negotiations continue after ten days of protests. Indiana University Bloomington arrested 33 students, while Ohio State University allowed peaceful demonstrations. The decision to negotiate or use force depends on each university's approach to free speech and student activism.
Jennifer Crumbley's Trial for Involuntary Manslaughter Begins in Michigan Courtroom

Jennifer Crumbley's Trial for Involuntary Manslaughter Begins in Michigan Courtroom

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 On January 23, 2024, Jennifer Crumbley's trial began in a Michigan courtroom for her role in the deaths of four students at Oxford High School. Ethan Crumbley killed them with a semiautomatic handgun he bought from his father despite warning signs that he had mental health issues.