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Former University Clerk Alleges Age Discrimination

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — A former university clerk is seeking class-action status for her lawsuit accusing Lock Haven University of forcing out older employees. PennLive.com reports Pattiann Merrifield on Monday asked a federal judge to include employees of the central Pennsylvania school who are older than 40 and who were terminated or resigned in the past […]

November 29, 2017

NBC Fires Matt Lauer Over ‘Inappropriate Sexual Behavior’

NEW YORK — Matt Lauer’s firing for what NBC said was “inappropriate sexual behavior” with a colleague stunned viewers Wednesday, rocked the network and made the “Today” show host the best-known figure in America brought down so far by the misconduct allegations sweeping the industry in recent weeks. Also, former “Prairie Home Companion” host Garrison […]

November 29, 2017

Indigenous Studies Scholar Focuses on Social Justice

A recognized scholar of Indigenous Studies, Dr. Kim TallBear is an associate professor of Native Studies at the University of Alberta in Canada. In 2016, the government of Canada awarded TallBear with the Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Peoples, Technoscience and Environment.

November 29, 2017

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Tribal College President Brings Experience to New Post

In September, Dr. Billie Jo Kipp was selected as president of the California Tribal College (CTC), following a year-long nationwide search. In this role, Kipp is leading the college in establishing a campus, expanding its programs, developing curricula and earning accreditation.

November 29, 2017

Living with Cystic Fibrosis

Twice a day in our house, we turn on a projector that casts cartoon music videos on a blank stretch of wall. The songs are catchy and bright and usually keep our toddler captivated for the amount of time we need him to hold still. “There are no monsters who live in our home,” goes […]

November 29, 2017

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Industry Groups Push to Delay Obamacare Taxes

Industry groups are gearing up for a final push to repeal or delay taxes in ObamaCare before the end of the year. Stalling the taxes on medical devices and health insurance, which were included in the health-care law to help pay for its coverage expansion, has been a rare area of some bipartisan cooperation on […]

November 29, 2017

Medical Prison Warden Reassigned

ATLANTA — The warden at a troubled medical prison in Georgia has been reassigned to his previous job. Warden Scott Wilkes is being moved from the Augusta State Medical Prison to the Augusta Transitional Center, Georgia Department of Corrections spokeswoman Joan Heath told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution . He was promoted from the transitional center to […]

November 29, 2017

Little Sisters of the Poor Battles States Over Birth Control

Little Sisters of the Poor battles states in court over birth control mandate. The Catholic charity Little Sisters of the Poor is fighting an effort by California and Pennsylvania to block the Trump administration’s effort to roll back Obamacare’s birth control mandate. The charity was part of a large lawsuit brought by religious nonprofits that […]

November 29, 2017

Telehealth Program Improves Veterans’ Access to Care

The Birmingham Veterans Administration and Cullman County Health Department held a ribbon cutting Tuesday for a new telehealth program. The Alabama Public Health Telehealth Network allows veterans to go to the Cullman County Health Department and connect remotely for a visit with their provider in Birmingham, using a secure audio-video internet connection. Read More

November 29, 2017

GAO: VA Failed to Report Bad Medical Providers

A new GAO report exposes that Veterans Affairs shamefully put veterans lives at risk by failing its duty to report bad doctors and other clinicians. The GAO report confirms a USA Today report exposing VA has concealed and avoided investigations and mandated reporting of bad health care workers for many years. Maybe if VA had […]

November 29, 2017

Change Prices of 7 Key Foods to Save Lives

The food you put in your body can have profound implications on your health. Consistently eating fresh, nutrient-rich food can decrease your risk of developing certain diseases, while consuming too much sugary or processed food increases those risks. But one barrier to eating fresh food like fruits and vegetables is that they’re often higher in […]

November 29, 2017

Report Details Racial Disparities in Rural America

For years, studies have pointed out the gaps between rural and urban communities when it comes to health outcomes. But there are also significant health divides between ethnicities within rural America, according to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report. Though urban areas still have more diverse populations, the study authors found that […]

November 29, 2017

Colleges Look to Encourage More Minorities to Study the Environment

As the world responds to climate change, what is the role universities can play in ensuring people of color and those from marginalized backgrounds are part of the solution?

November 29, 2017

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Scholar Studies the Complexity of Black Identity

Dr. Robert Patterson’s passion for education began early. As a young child, he carried a clipboard and wore glasses, as if he were already teaching a classroom.

November 28, 2017

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Community Colleges

Chicago STAR Scholars Program Provides College Access

The Chicago STAR Scholars program enables students who graduate from Chicago Public Schools with a 3.0 GPA or better to pursue an associate degree at no cost at the City Colleges of Chicago. There are currently more than 3,000 STAR Scholars, a city college official says. .

November 28, 2017

Education Secretary DeVos Praises Senate Action on FAFSA Legislation

U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has praised a Senate committee for moving forward with legislation to simplify the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

November 28, 2017

Indiana University Suspends Fraternity Social Events Until Next Spring

Indiana University’s student Greek council has suspended the Bloomington campus’ fraternities from hosting fraternity events until next spring. Monday’s unanimous decision was made by IU’s Interfraternity Council, a group of students involved in campus Greek life. The decision affects fraternities’ social and new member activities but does not include campus sororities. The Indianapolis Star reports […]

November 28, 2017

New York Lawmakers Plan Two Big Hearings on Education Issues

ALBANY, N.Y. — Members of the New York state Assembly are planning two big hearings in coming weeks that focus on critical components of the state’s educational system. The first, on Dec. 5, will focus on how private primary and secondary schools measure student success. The second hearing, scheduled for Dec. 12, will delve into […]

November 28, 2017