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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Local Stars Shine a Light on Library Perks

In a surprising turn of events, local celebrities are stepping up to advocate for something unexpected: the free services offered by libraries. This campaign aims to highlight the often-overlooked benefits that libraries provide to communities. Libraries are more than just places to borrow books. T

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Science, Trust, and the Fight for Fairness

Antia Veal is a scientist with a story to tell. She's not just a professor at Quinsigamond Community College, teaching human biology to aspiring nurses. She's also a voice for change, speaking out about the need for more diversity in medical studies and the importance of accurate science communicati

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Nov 12 2025EDUCATION

Science, Faith, and the Evolution Debate

The clash between science and religion often sparks heated debates. One such debate revolves around the teaching of evolution in schools. A philosopher named Thomas Nagel has raised some interesting points. He argues that scientists are too quick to dismiss the idea of intelligent design. Nagel beli

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Nov 12 2025EDUCATION

School Ratings Shake-Up: Evanston-Skokie District 65 Faces Changes

Evanston-Skokie District 65 recently got some mixed news with the release of the 2025 Illinois Report Card. Two schools, Kingsley Elementary and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, saw their ratings drop from "commendable" to "targeted. " This shift is notable because it reflects changes in

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Nov 12 2025EDUCATION

Is College Still Worth the Cost in the AI Age?

The world is changing fast, and so is the job market. With AI taking over many tasks, people are starting to wonder if a college degree is still worth the huge cost. Some experts think that the traditional college path might not be the best choice anymore. A few years ago, getting a degree in compu

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

Unseen Barriers: How Diversity Efforts Might Be Missing the Mark

Diversity is a hot topic, but not everyone means the same thing when they talk about it. In the U. S. , while some push to end diversity programs, others fight to keep them alive. The confusion lies in the different ways people define diversity, why they think it matters, and how they believe it sho

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

Medical Students and the Global Mindset: What Makes Them More Culturally Aware?

In today's interconnected world, being culturally aware is a big deal, especially for future doctors. Türkiye, with its mix of cultures and growing number of international students, is a great place to study this. A recent study looked at how culturally sensitive medical students are and what makes

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

How Wisconsin Schools Are Navigating the AI Wave

In Wisconsin, schools are figuring out how to use AI in the classroom. Some districts are all in, while others are more cautious. The goal is to help students use AI in a good way, not to cheat. Most students use AI to get help with their schoolwork. A recent study found that 92% of students use AI

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

What Role Does Faith Play in College Life?

College life is a mix of classes, friends, and new experiences. For many students in Greensboro, North Carolina, faith is also a big part of their journey. But how important is religion to them? Many students find comfort and guidance in their beliefs. They might attend services, join faith-based g

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

A Principal Steps Down: Community's Push for Change

A high school principal has decided to move on after a group of parents, teachers, and alumni voiced their concerns and called for his removal. The principal, Troy Tyson, was at the center of a storm of allegations. These included not supporting female athletes enough, not engaging with parents, and

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