Education
Rev. Brian Konkol’s Impact as Valparaiso University’s President
In early December, during a community meet-and-greet, Rev. Brian Konkol shared how serving as Valparaiso University’s president was his dream role. Over six months into his position, with a new academic year approaching, Konkol remains
India’s Education Minister Resigns Amid Student Protests
In Mumbai, a protester displayed a placard after India’s Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, stepped down following widespread protests. The protests, part of the Cockroach Janta Party movement, expanded from New Delhi to over a dozen
Federal Court Upholds Termination of Oregon School Counselor Over Book Display
A federal appeals court recently upheld the termination of a school counselor in Oregon for displaying books that promote binary gender views in school offices. The ruling was delivered by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court
Controversy Over Civics Game Show Results After Sikh Student’s Answers Rejected
The Education Department organized a televised civics competition in June to commemorate America’s 250th birthday. The event, designed as a game show for students, took an unexpected turn when the results came under scrutiny. The
Understanding Student Loan Interest Rates for Fall 2026
Paying for college has become increasingly complex in recent times. Tuition and living expenses continue to rise, and federal student loan regulations frequently change. These shifts make it challenging for some borrowers to utilize available
Integrating Education and Citizenship
Reading and math are integral to preparing individuals for citizenship. This approach recognizes their role in building informed and engaged communities. Lindsey Cormack, from Kansas Reflector, offers insights on this topic, supported by the organization’s
Howard University Students Face Housing and Class Removal
Incoming Howard University freshman Isabella Williams, 18, diligently applied for numerous local scholarships. She kept this effort secret from her parents, viewing it as a special contribution to her family’s burden. Her mother had to
Harvard University Stands Firm on Settlement Deal
Alan Garber, the president of Harvard University, recently attended an event hosted by the Economic Club of Washington. During the event, philanthropist David Rubenstein engaged in a discussion with him, highlighting a significant point of
Engaging Students with Ancient Texts: Using Modern Adaptations
Challenges in Teaching Ancient Texts Casey Crowhurst, an experienced high school English teacher, acknowledges the difficulty of teaching The Odyssey, a text written over 2,000 years ago. At Monticello High School in Illinois, students often
Louisiana’s Educational Goal Amid Federal Financial Aid Cuts
Louisiana aims for 60% of working-age adults to possess a degree or valuable credential by 2030. This goal is set against a backdrop of diminishing federal financial aid, impacting both state and national higher education.