The university entered into an agreement to settle claims that it allegedly violated federal anti-discrimination laws.

The university entered into an agreement to settle claims that it allegedly violated federal anti-discrimination laws.

When the government is often behaving unchecked by the law, the idea of a binding contract is a fantasy.

The White House had canceled more than $400 million in research funding to the university, saying it had failed to protect Jewish students from harassment.

Reactions ranged from fierce criticism to relief after the university reached a settlement over allegations that it failed to stop the harassment of Jewish students.

Columbia University announced a $220 million deal with the Trump administration. Here's what's in it.

Talks in Washington. An expert on negotiation. A balancing act. The university chose cooperation over litigation, a strategy both pilloried and praised.