New York City public schools expected to experience a drop of 153,000 students by 2035
The number of public schools in New York City is expected to decrease, mirroring a broader decline in the city’s population since last year. Projections from the New York City School Construction Authority indicate that by the 2034-2035 school year, around 721,251 students will be enrolled, which marks a drop of 153,000 from the figures […]
Widely used education platform ‘Canvas’ breached, exposing personal information of millions of students
A significant cyberattack has severely disrupted the Canvas online learning platform, coinciding with final exam periods at various universities. This incident could lead to extended chaos for universities, potentially lasting several weeks, and expose the education software giant, Instructure Inc., to considerable legal and financial challenges, as per cybersecurity experts. The breach affected a wide […]
Cornerstone University allows students to complete bachelor’s and master’s degrees using their phones.
New Mobile Degree Program at Cornerstone University For those eager to earn a degree at their own pace, Cornerstone University has now made it possible to do so using just a mobile phone. This development comes as part of a customized business program designed to meet the needs of students who prefer a self-paced learning […]
Canvas downtime affects students at several universities during exams
On Thursday, a significant number of students throughout the U.S. experienced disruptions to the Canvas learning platform as various universities look into a cybersecurity incident impacting several institutions. Canvas, a cloud-based tool used by schools to handle coursework, grades, and communication, faced a critical outage. This happened at a particularly inconvenient time for many universities, […]
Rutgers cancels graduation speaker following social media posts about Israel that reportedly upset students
Rutgers University Cancels Graduation Speaker Amid Controversy Rutgers University has decided to cancel a planned graduation speaker after an outcry related to comments on Israel, leading to a shift in university policy. The decision came after Rami Elghandour, the CEO of biotech company Arcelx and a Rutgers alumnus, used his social media to claim that […]
Artemis II pilot Victor Glover encourages students to prioritize teamwork instead of race.
Artemis II Pilot Victor Glover Encourages Teamwork Over Individualism Nasa astronaut Victor Glover, involved in the Artemis II mission, emphasizes that focusing on collective success rather than individual accolades is key. Instead of dwelling on the media’s emphasis on his race, the 50-year-old pilot prefers to highlight the crew’s groundbreaking spaceflight on April 6, which […]
NJ Lyft driver accused of enticing Princeton University students for sexual purposes
A rideshare driver from New Jersey has been arrested after being accused of harassing students at Princeton University and attempting to coax them into his vehicle for sexual purposes. DiMario Winter, a 28-year-old from Spotswood, faces multiple charges, including harassment and enticement, as well as disorderly conduct, according to a spokesperson from the Mercer County […]
Trump shows students his famous YMCA dance on the White House lawn
Trump Dances for Students at the White House On Monday, President Donald Trump made a brief appearance, showcasing his well-known “Trump dance” for students on the South Lawn of the White House, and the moment quickly gained traction online. A short video clip was posted by the White House on X, with the caption, “Found: […]
Investigation Launched Into Girls College for Including Trans Women Students
Department of Education Investigates Smith College Admissions Policy The Department of Education initiated an investigation on Wednesday into Smith College, a historic women’s institution, for admitting biological men who identify as women. Reports indicate that the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has taken action against Smith College in Massachusetts, alleging violations of Title IX. A […]
Cornell’s president Michael Kotlikoff faces allegations of harming two students during a parking lot confrontation after a debate on Israel.
Cornell University President Involved in Incident with Students The president of Cornell University, Michael Kotlikoff, reportedly injured two students during a tense altercation in a parking lot following a debate on Israeli-Palestinian issues. Surveillance footage from last Thursday captured the moment Kotlikoff’s black Cadillac was encircled by a group of students as he attempted to […]