AOC Proposes ‘Tuition-Free Public Colleges’ to Control Rising Costs
Ocasio-Cortez Advocates for Tuition-Free Public Colleges Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has put forth the idea of “tuition-free public colleges and universities” as a way to address the soaring costs associated with private education. During a “Students vs. Billionaires Town Hall” held on Sunday and organized by More Perfect Union, Ocasio-Cortez was questioned about the measures […]
The Top Colleges for Rural Areas in America
A recent analysis by Washington Monthly highlights what it identifies as the “best colleges for rural America.” The magazine’s latest ranking places the University of West Alabama (UWA) at the top. According to the report, UWA graduates earn a median income of $64,122 four years after completing their degrees—a significant $26,561 more than what would […]
LinkedIn lists the best colleges for career success, with Princeton in first place.
Samantha Koehler, a Marist College graduate, shares her thoughts on the shifting job market shaped by AI. She highlights how AI is a dual-edged sword for job seekers—offering valuable tools but also presenting significant challenges, especially for those seeking entry-level positions. A recent LinkedIn report has identified the top 50 colleges and universities in the […]
Ketanji Brown Jackson shares Michelle Obama’s views on diversity in colleges
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Voices Support for Michelle Obama’s Critique of Elite Universities Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson recently appeared on a podcast hosted by former First Lady Michelle Obama, where she backed Obama’s criticisms regarding how elite schools isolate students of color. This aligns with President Obama’s sentiment that such institutions fail these […]
Harvard University tops US colleges in the amount of foreign funding received.
President Trump directs $200 billion in research funding The White House has announced plans to allocate $200 billion in federal research funding, shifting it from universities to individual scientists. This move aims to speed up the progress of artificial intelligence development. Historically, Ivy League universities have garnered significant foreign investments, particularly from countries like China. […]
Disgrace for numerous California colleges as their graduates earn less than those who only finished high school.
California College Programs Under Scrutiny Recently revealed federal data has put hundreds of college programs in California under a spotlight. It turns out that many graduates earn less than individuals who hold only a high school diploma. This situation places these institutions in jeopardy of losing access to federal student loans unless they demonstrate better […]
Colleges may not return the land, but they will erase history.
Anyone who’s recently visited a college campus has probably encountered some acknowledgment of Native American land. At Arizona State University, for example, it’s a constant refrain as attendees wait for graduation to start. My university also requires faculty to perform a similar acknowledgment before meetings. However, as you might guess, no university plans to return […]
Proposal to Mandate CA Community Colleges to Offer Abortion Pills
California Community Colleges Could Provide Abortion Pills A new bill has been proposed that would mandate California community colleges to offer access to abortion pills through their health centers. This is an extension of a 2019 law that requires abortion pill availability at the University of California and California State University health facilities, which is […]
California Law May Require Community Colleges to Provide Abortion Pills
In California, a new proposal could improve access to medication abortion services for students at community colleges, as reported by CalMatters. The bill, known as Assembly Bill 2540, would mandate that colleges with student health centers start offering abortion pills by 2029, provided the state Legislature approves funding. Supporters believe this bill could help address […]
Court Prevents Florida from Enforcing Ban on CRT Teaching in Colleges
A Federal Appeals Court Blocks Part of Florida’s CRT Law A federal appeals court recently put a stop to parts of a Florida law aimed at limiting critical race theory (CRT) in public universities. This decision, announced on Tuesday, connects back to the Stop Wrongs Against Our Kids and Employees Act (also known as the […]