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College’s Abrupt Closing Raises Questions
The abrupt closure of Westech College in Southern California marks the latest in a string of failed for-profit trade schools – a disappearing act sparking debate over whether there’s a growing training gap for those seeking skilled work. Westech — with campuses in Fontana, Moreno Valley and Victorville — shut its doors over the weekend […]
April 7, 2017
2017
Paul Sime - Soccer
April 7, 2017
Sports
Martin Learned to be Game-Changer Off the Field
Although he was the first Black football player at North Carolina State University, Dr. Marcus L. Martin will be the first to admit that he didn’t exactly make an indelible impression as a student-athlete.
April 6, 2017
Sports
Stats Show Diversity Hiring in College Sports Still Gets Failing Grade
A study by The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport shows that virtually 90 percent of all men’s and women’s head coaches are White, and the same goes for athletic directors, faculty athletic reps and sports information directors.
April 6, 2017
Students
Study: Black Teachers Bolster Black Student Achievement
Having at least one Black teacher in the third through fifth grade “significantly reduces” the likelihood that Black male students will drop out of high school and increases the likelihood that both Black male and female students will aspire to attend college, according to a new study.
April 6, 2017
Faculty & Staff
Egypt Professor Faces Possible Dismissal Over Dancing Video
CAIRO — An Egyptian professor could face dismissal over a video posted on Facebook showing her belly dancing on her rooftop, which sparked an investigation by her college in the Red Sea port city of Suez. In the video, which was later shared widely online, Mona Prince was not wearing the kind of revealing outfit […]
April 6, 2017
Students
Northeastern Illinois University to Cancel Class for 3 Days
CHICAGO — Northeastern Illinois University is planning to cancel three days of classes in order to cut costs as public universities in Illinois struggle to make ends meet during the state’s budget stalemate. The Chicago-based university will no longer hold classes April 11, 12 and May 1. Illinois has been without a budget for 21 […]
April 6, 2017
Students
Penn State Opposing Grad Students’ Effort to Form Union
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State University’s president says the school is opposing efforts by graduate students to form a union to protect their bargaining rights as teachers. The Coalition of Graduate Employees filed paperwork in February with the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board. The university said then it recognized the graduate students’ rights to try […]
April 6, 2017
Leadership & Policy
Beleaguered Chancellor of UMass-Boston to Step Down
BOSTON — The beleaguered chancellor of the University of Massachusetts Boston has announced that he is stepping down. Keith Motley announced his resignation Wednesday, shortly after meeting with UMass President Marty Meehan. Motley will officially step down at the end of the academic year and after a sabbatical, return to the faculty. Motley has come […]
April 6, 2017
Blogs/Opinion
Don’t Limit Choices
Recently, politicians, journalists and college administrators have been discussing policies on college affordability without student input. However, as we see with Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal for free tuition in New York state, it is impossible to legislate an issue effectively without the input of those who are affected. College affordability is a real issue for […]
April 6, 2017
Other News
ThanksUSA Offers Family Scholarships
On April 1, ThanksUSA will launch the 2017 application season for financial need-based scholarships benefiting the children and spouses of our service men and women. The national non-profit organization, dedicated to thanking U.S. troops through the gift of education, is accepting applications at www.ThanksUSA.org beginning tomorrow through May 15, 2017. “1.1 million children and 700,000 […]
April 6, 2017
Other News
Arkansas House Rejects Savings Plan
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas lawmakers have rejected a proposal for a program allowing parents to create savings accounts to pay for their children’s education. The House voted 50-43 against the bill on March 31. Low-income students and children of military families would have been given priority in access to the funds. As part of […]
April 6, 2017
Other News
Wounded Warriors Train Service Dogs for Others
A Maryland organization enlists service members and veterans with combat stress to train service dogs for their fellow wounded warriors. “We teach guys like me to train service dogs for disabled veterans, and that saved my life,” retired U.S. Marines Sgt. Matt Moores said. Moores joined the Marines in 2009 at 26 years old. He […]
April 6, 2017
Veterans
Nonprofit Camp Serves Veterans
Founded in 2013, Veterans Base Camp “is a 501c3 charitable nonprofit organization dedicated to providing residential and resources needed by our Veterans and First Responders,” according to the facility’s website. With a team consisting of veterans, business owners, corporate employers, private citizens, and government agencies, the mission of the organization is to collaborate to assist […]
April 6, 2017
Academics
Army Connects Transitioning Soldiers to Careers
Each year, over 100,000 transitioning Soldiers leave Army active duty service and look for opportunities in the civilian sector. In fiscal year 2016, Army transition participant surveys showed that 56% of transitioning Soldiers planned to seek employment opportunities in the civilian sector. From March 28 – 30, 2017, the Army hosted a training symposium at […]
April 6, 2017
Academics
Officials Discuss Post-Service Options
HURON TWP. — Students with military experience have educational opportunities after serving their country. State higher education officials sat down with BGSU Firelands students to talk about the positives and negatives about transitioning soldiers to students. Department of Higher Education Chancellor John Carey: “ Veteran students are very important to our mission. It’s no secret […]
April 6, 2017
Other News
N.C. Bill Would Protect In-State Tuition
Service members who are taking college courses often get deployed or temporarily assigned out of state, causing them to lose their in-state tuition status. A bill in North Carolina has been introduced to allow military personnel to pay in-state tuition fees at community colleges, as long as they stay enrolled, reports the Fayetteville Observer. “We’re […]
April 6, 2017
Students
HBCU Scholars Get a Boost
While ETS is more widely known for providing exams, its philanthropic arm is working quietly to advance the academic careers of standout students.
April 5, 2017
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