Education
Students Reflect on America’s 250th Anniversary Through Podcasts
As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, NPR engaged students nationwide to express their thoughts through podcasts highlighting what ‘life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness’ means to them. The initiative attracted over 700
Linda McMahon Criticizes Democrats Over Women’s Sports
Education Secretary Linda McMahon has voiced strong concerns regarding the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold bans on transgender athletes in women’s sports. McMahon emphasizes the importance of preserving fairness and safety for female athletes. She
New Rules Limit Financial Aid Based on Graduate Earnings
The Education Department has approved a set of new regulations designed to affect financial aid for college programs. These changes focus on ensuring that graduates from certain programs earn higher salaries than individuals with less
New Federal Student Loan Limits Challenge Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
On June 30, 2026, Benjamin Pinckney, 46, shared his journey from being a gunshot victim to aspiring physician assistant. His encounter with a healthcare professional during hospitalization inspired his career goal. After completing a Bachelor
Nancy Pelosi Launches Nonpartisan Institute at UC Berkeley
Rep. Nancy Pelosi, who has spent nearly 40 years in Congress as a leading power broker, announced plans for her next chapter after leaving office in January. She will collaborate with UC Berkeley students through
Senate Blocks Proposal to Repeal Student Loan Regulations
Washington, D.C. – On June 24, Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic effort to overturn Trump-era regulations regarding student loan limits for graduate studies. The proposed measure came before a crucial deadline of July 1, when
Superintendent Alberto Carvalho’s Resignation and LAUSD’s Future
Four months ago, Alberto Carvalho was riding high as the Superintendent of LAUSD under a new four-year contract. He was leading the country’s second-largest school district through a celebrated post-pandemic transformation. This momentum shifted dramatically
LAUSD’s Move to Limit Screen Time Mirrors National Trends
When Lila Byock noticed her 11-year-old son always had to carry his school-issued iPad, even for PE class, she began questioning the extensive digital learning at his Los Angeles school years after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Controversy Over Apology for Holocaust Lesson at Massachusetts Middle School
The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against UCLA, accusing the university of failing to protect Jewish and Israeli students from discrimination and violence during a 2024 protest. During this protest, agitators allegedly assaulted
Strengthening Disclosure of Foreign University Funding
On September 16, 2018, American and Chinese flags were displayed together atop a trishaw in Beijing. This visual reflects the deep ties and potential conflicts between the U.S. and China, particularly in education and security.