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USC Faculty’s Doomsday Warning on Enrollment Drop

Fifty-two tenured professors from USC’s Marshall School of Business sent a critical letter to Dean Geoffrey Garrett, highlighting declining enrollment and recent graduate program cuts as indicators of broader institutional issues. The letter expresses concerns about the school’s future viability amid these challenges. It was reported by Nina Joudeh in the NY Post and featured

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Indy School Board: 9 Appointees for Facilities & Transport

The Indianapolis Public Education Corporation features a nine-member board responsible for managing transportation and facilities for Indianapolis Public Schools and participating charter schools. The board aims to streamline operations and oversight in these areas. Appointees bring diverse backgrounds to ensure effective governance. Key Points Nine-member board oversees transportation and facilities for IPS and charters. Tasked

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Seattle Fund Helps Kids Stay in School with Essentials

The Right Now Needs Fund provides quick financial assistance to families in Seattle for essentials like food, school supplies, and winter clothing to ensure children can attend school. Myeisha Chester, a single working mother, used the fund to support her three daughters aged 13, 10, and 8. The program addresses immediate barriers that prevent kids

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AI Bias: More Praise, Less Critique for Black Students

A Stanford University study analyzed AI feedback on 600 middle school essays, finding that AI models provided more praise and less criticism to essays perceived as written by Black students. The research used four different AI models to evaluate argumentative essays. This suggests potential racial biases in AI tools being introduced into classrooms. Key Points

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NY Vetoes Security Plans for Protests Near Schools

New York official Mamdani has vetoed a bill that would require security plans for protests occurring near schools. The legislation aimed to ensure safety measures during demonstrations in proximity to educational institutions. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions about balancing free speech and campus security. Key Points Mamdani vetoed the bill mandating security protocols for

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Nationalizing Higher Ed Without Federal Ties

The article discusses strategies to make U.S. higher education more nationally integrated without federal involvement. It proposes building cross-institutional infrastructure to foster a more cohesive, student-focused network of colleges and universities. Author Doug Lederman explores ways to enhance collaboration among institutions for better student outcomes. Key Points Advocates for a national approach to higher ed

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Ed Dept Launches FAFSA Fraud Prevention Tool

The U.S. Department of Education has introduced a new tool aimed at preventing fraud in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process. Financial aid experts anticipate it will reduce administrative burdens on colleges and universities. However, some concerns about its effectiveness and implementation persist. Key Points New tool detects and prevents FAFSA fraud

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