Who will protect US students now? Education department layoffs hit critical offices

The Education Department is facing another round of massive layoffs. The agency is still reeling from previous firings under the Trump administration. This round could cut nearly a fifth of its staff. Millions of students, especially those with disabilities and from low-income families, could feel the impact. Civil rights enforcement, after-school programmes, and K-12 initiatives…

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The word campus has its roots in American colleges: Here is how

Image credit: www.princeton.edu Did you know that the word “campus,” now synonymous with the sprawling grounds of universities, owes its origin to Princeton University in the 18th century? Before “campus” entered the academic lexicon, American colleges referred to their grounds simply as a “yard.” Harvard has had its Yard since 1639, and Princeton followed suit….

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MIT in THE rankings: How has the elite institution fared over three years?

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has long been a global benchmark for innovation, research, and education. Founded in 1861 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, MIT’s motto, “Mens et Manus,” meaning “Mind and Hand” reflects its philosophy of combining theory with practical application. The university has shaped modern science and technology. Notable achievements include the first chemical…

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MCC NEET PG counselling 2025 expected to release soon: Check steps to apply for counselling here

NEET PG counselling schedule The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is expected to release the NEET PG counselling 2025 schedule shortly. Candidates who have qualified the NEET PG examination will soon be able to apply through the official MCC portal at mcc.nic.in. The counselling schedule will provide timelines for registration, choice-filling, seat allotment, etc. The counselling…

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Blank Foundation pledges $50 million to support Atlanta HBCUs and close graduation gaps

FILE: (Maansi Srivastava/The New York Times) The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation announced a $50 million donation to Atlanta’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) recently. The funds are designed to help students who are near graduation but have exhausted all other financial aid. The “gap scholarships” aim to ensure that financial hardship does not…

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Microshifting in US: How short, flexible work bursts boost productivity in American schools?

The 9-to-5 workday, a fundamental symbol of the Industrial Revolution, is losing its lustre. Once designed for factory floors, where productivity was weighed in hours and output, it no longer meets the cognitive demands and lifestyle realities of today’s workforce in the US. Remote, hybrid, and flexible work arrangements have highlighted a fundamental shift: US…

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Beyond Ivy Leagues: Why US college results and graduate success matter more than famous names

Many families still chase famous college names. Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and Stanford dominate wish lists. These universities carry global recognition and high employability rankings. Employers in finance, consulting, and technology actively recruit from them. For decades, attending such institutions has been seen as a direct path to high-paying jobs.Yet prestige alone is no longer a…

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Phones down, focus up: How cellphone bans are proving beneficial in US classrooms

Across the United States, K-12 schools are rethinking the role of cellphones in classrooms. As technology reshapes the way students learn, educators are grappling with the unintended consequences of constant screen access — distraction, disengagement, and even emotional strain. In response, a growing number of schools are imposing restrictions, seeking a balance between connectivity and…

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