EDUCATION
Morehouse Under Pressure to Scrap Biden Address Over Israel War
The president is scheduled to deliver the commencement address at the historically Black college next month.
Professor Gives Pro-Palestinian Protesters Chance to Make Up Classes
Tensions across university campuses have remained high since the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas in Israel.
Pro-Palestinian Protests Deal Blow to Student Loan Forgiveness
Protests across the country are causing many to pull their support for federal student loan forgiveness.
My Students Were Breathtakingly Different—One Assignment Revealed the Truth
Riley likes girls—Matthew is transitioning.
USC Blasted for Canceling Commencement Ceremony: 'Failure of Leadership'
Amid ongoing pro-Palestinian protests, the University of California will not hold its main graduation ceremony.
School Meals to Change Across America
The changes will go into effect between fall 2025 and fall 2027 and include rules for less sugar and more flexible meal options.
Hamas Slams US Crackdown on Pro-Palestinian College Protests
A senior Hamas official told Newsweek protests rocking U.S. universities are "useful and supportive activities for our cause."
College Extends Transfer Deadline to Give Refuge to Jewish Students
The university president said, "We are proud of the supports we have in place to allow Jewish students to thrive."
Millions of People May Get Student Debt Canceled After Company Moves Loans
Navient said this year it would move its private and commercial loans in the Federal Family Education loan program to MOHELA.
Ilhan Omar's Daughter Suspended From Barnard Over Pro-Palestinian Protest
Ilhan Omar's daughter Isra Hirsi said she was one of three students who were suspended.
Schools Are Killing My Son's Autism Support Under the Veil of Equity
Until these autism programs produce the likes of Elon Musk or Greta Thunberg en masse, they remain vulnerable targets.
Gavin Newsom Has a California Parent Problem
Just under half of Californians think the quality of education in the state's K through 12 public schools has gotten worse.
Teen Suspended for Saying 'Illegal Alien' Sparks Republican Outrage
The student's mother said he is "devastated and concerned" about the incident.
Clarence Thomas Calls Veteran's Argument 'Especially Unconvincing'
On Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in the Rudisill v. McDonough case, siding with the veteran in a 7-2 ruling.
Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Offered to Inmates
The Education Department has announced a plan that will allow those in prison to consolidate their loans to avoid default.
New York School Buses Not Picking Up Migrant Children Angers Council Member
Mayor Eric Adams' 60-day migrant eviction policy is having a negative effect on public school students in New York, critics say.
Wisconsin School Search for 'Christian' Superintendent Sparks Backlash
A rescinded desired characteristic of a Wisconsin school district's new superintendent has sparked calls for lawsuits based on the Civil Rights Act.
Student Aid Expert Sounds Alarm on 2024 College Enrollment
Ellie Bruecker, the interim director of research at The Institute for College Access and Success, said there will likely be a decline in enrollment.
Student Loan Borrowers Are Running Out of Time to Claim Forgiveness
Borrowers with certain loan types can consolidate their loans, but only before a fast-approaching deadline.
Woman Shocked She Owes $130,000 After Student Loan Cancellation Notice
Shun Perkins, 40, from Houston, originally applied for loan forgiveness under Joe Biden's approved options for federal borrowers.
Texas Colleges Asked To Guarantee Money for Kids of Migrants
Texas Democrats are urging the state's colleges to set aside financial aid money for migrant families due to a FAFSA error.
Gen Z May Miss Out on Biden Student Loan Forgiveness
A significant part of the new plan involves those who have been repaying their debt for up to 20 years.