Cal State shows varying graduation rates as Initiative completion nears

Cal State shows varying graduation rates as Initiative completion nears

Quinn, the system’s assistant vice chancellor for student success, outlined several strategies to improve graduation rates and stop students from dropping out. These included increasing financial aid, expanding academic and mental health support services, and providing more opportunities for students to engage with faculty and peers. They also highlighted the importance of addressing issues such … Read more

Potential Impact of Trump’s Deportation Plan on Schools and Students

Potential Impact of Trump’s Deportation Plan on Schools and Students

When immigration agents raided chicken processing plants in central Mississippi in 2019, they arrested nearly 700 undocumented workers — many of them parents of children enrolled in local schools. Teens got frantic texts to leave class and find their younger siblings. Unfamiliar faces whose names weren’t on the pick-up list showed up to take children … Read more

Creating a Mobile-First Platform for the Future of Education with Joel Podolny

Creating a Mobile-First Platform for the Future of Education with Joel Podolny

Recorded during the ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, Joel Podolny, CEO and founder of Honor Education, joins host Mike Palmer to discuss the importance of human connection in online learning environments. Joel shares his diverse background, which includes academic leadership in sociology and business management, as well as roles at Apple University and Yale, and … Read more

Kamala Agrees to Appear on “The Joe Rogan Show” with Unmet Conditions

Kamala Agrees to Appear on “The Joe Rogan Show” with Unmet Conditions

Then voters would have rejected Trump.⁸ But at some point, we must confront the reality that people support Trump despite the rationalizations we create for ourselves. Because the truth is that Trump represents something that a large portion of the American public wants. He represents a white nationalist movement that has been growing in this … Read more

STEM Careers Coalition Engages with More than 10.7 Million Students

STEM Careers Coalition Engages with More than 10.7 Million Students

The STEM Careers Coalition, based in Charlotte, NC, has exceeded its goal of reaching 10 million students by the end of 2025, ahead of schedule. Since its inception in 2019, the Coalition has reached over 10.7 million students, with 2.97 million in the 2023-2024 school year alone, with 65% from Title I schools. Student STEM … Read more

Resources for Teaching and Learning on “World Tsunami Awareness Day” on November 5th

Resources for Teaching and Learning on “World Tsunami Awareness Day” on November 5th

“The United Nations has designated November 5th as World Tsunami Awareness Day. This day serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the risks and impacts of tsunamis. Tsunamis are a series of ocean waves caused by a sudden and powerful disturbance, such as an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption. These waves can travel at … Read more

Disagreement regarding essential curriculum at New College of Florida

Disagreement regarding essential curriculum at New College of Florida

But faculty members say the origins of these concepts are murky, with some suspecting they were developed by outside consultants with ties to the newly appointed trustees. They worry that the focus on logos and techne will limit critical thinking and diversity of thought among students, instead promoting a narrow worldview that aligns with the … Read more

Timeline and Important Steps for Implementing LMS

Timeline and Important Steps for Implementing LMS

Before initiating the implementation of an LMS, it is essential to have a clear understanding of your organization’s goals, needs, and expectations. This will ensure that the platform brings tangible benefits and contributes to the overall success of your business. The first step in setting up an LMS implementation timeline is to establish your training … Read more

The Day the American Education System Collapses

The Day the American Education System Collapses

Overview: What is the Department of Education’s role? This article explores the functions and importance of this department. With the upcoming presidential election, educators must engage in conversations within their communities to emphasize the significance of the Department of Education and the potential consequences of its elimination. There are discussions about the possible dismantling of … Read more

Many students face hidden expenses while attending college, such as the cost of transportation.

Many students face hidden expenses while attending college, such as the cost of transportation.

The parking lot of UC Riverside is filled with the cars of students who commute. Credit: Omisha Sangani As we enter another year of delays and confusion surrounding FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, it is crucial to revisit the challenging financial situation many college students face today. In addition to tuition, students … Read more