Education
Understanding School Shooting Preparedness Drills
School shooting preparedness drills have become an integral part of the back-to-school routine. These exercises aim to equip students and staff with the necessary skills to react effectively during potential threats. The tragic incident at
Preparing for a Career in the AI Age and Evaluating College Value
Two students study in a classroom at Rice University in Houston on August 29, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images) Julia R. Cartwright’s online op-ed from September 16 discusses the concept of higher education as
Debate Over University Admissions and Racial Composition
A viral photo of Texas Longhorn students celebrating their victory over Ohio State sparked controversy online. The focus shifted when Bo French, a Republican candidate for Texas railroad commissioner, commented on the racial makeup of
Former Cornell Student Sues University Over Alleged Sexual Assault
A former student from Cornell University has filed a lawsuit against the institution. The lawsuit alleges that the university did not adequately respond to her claims of sexual assault. The legal case highlights ongoing issues
Rethinking Climate Education for Future Generations
For over 40 years, Americans have faced continuous warnings about environmental disasters. They’ve heard messages about acid rain, the ozone hole, melting ice caps, flooded cities, superstorms, and mass extinctions. Al Gore contributed to these
Princeton Students Contribute to Post-Mortem Digital Privacy Standards
Princeton University undergraduates, including Sophie Miller, are actively contributing to developing guidelines for post-mortem digital privacy and addressing deaths in custody. These efforts were highlighted during their participation in a conference held in Geneva, Switzerland.
Understanding School Shooting Preparedness Drills
School shooting preparedness drills have become an unsettling yet routine part of the return to school each year. The tragic 1999 shooting at Columbine High School in Jefferson County, Colorado is often seen as the
Concerns Over Conditional Research Funding
Every college and university should agree on a key issue: the United States government must not link research funding to compliance with any political agenda. Recently, the Trump administration presented a proposal to nine leading
Families Urge Universities to Manage Tuition Funds Responsibly
Every autumn, countless American parents and caregivers make significant sacrifices to finance a child’s college education. They often work extended hours, delay retirement, increase their debt, or put aside other goals. Their motivation stems from
St. Laurence High School Transformations Over a Decade
A decade ago, Mike O’Shea enrolled at St. Laurence High School in Burbank, witnessing remarkable growth and evolution. As a 2020 graduate and member of the alumni board, O’Shea shared his unique experience. Coming from