HIGHER EDUCATION

Jun 05 2025EDUCATION

Cultivating Leaders: A Fresh Approach to Education

The Leadership Tree Model is a unique way to think about developing leaders in schools and colleges. It's based on ideas that promote fairness and social justice. The goal is to create learning spaces where everyone feels included and can think deeply about what they're learning. This model sees leadership as something that happens between people, not just from one p...

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Jun 02 2025EDUCATION

Norwegian College Boom: Did It Really Shift Family Plans?

Norway saw a big push to open colleges in the 1970s and 1980s. The idea was to give more people a shot at higher education. This move was part of a broader trend seen in many countries. People were going to college more than ever before. Some thought this would change how families were formed and how many kids people had. Researchers wanted to see if these new colle...

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May 30 2025EDUCATION

Universities: Time to Rebuild Public Trust

The current political climate has put universities in the spotlight, especially with the ongoing disputes between the administration and institutions like Harvard. These conflicts revolve around funding, overhead costs, and student visas, which are crucial for many schools. However, these issues are just the latest in a long-standing erosion of public trust in higher...

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May 29 2025EDUCATION

Learning in the Crossfire: How Tech Kept Schools Going in Lebanon

In the heart of Lebanon, the fall of 2024 and 2025 brought a unique challenge to education. War disrupted traditional schooling, pushing educators to find new ways to keep students learning. This is where e-learning stepped in. It offered a flexible and scalable solution, using new technologies to deliver education despite the chaos. E-learning isn't new. It's b...

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May 26 2025POLITICS

How US Students Can Safeguard Democracy

The head of the Federal Reserve, Jay Powell, recently spoke to university students about the importance of protecting democracy. He highlighted that American universities are a key strength of the country, leading in innovation and economic growth. These institutions are admired worldwide and are vital to the nation's success. Powell's speech came just days after th...

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May 14 2025EDUCATION

California's Future: Why Cutting CSU Funding Is a Bad Idea

The California State University system is the biggest public university network in the country. It is home to 23 campuses and seven off-campus centers. Together, they enroll more than 450, 000 students. Most of these students are from California. Many of them are the first in their families to go to college. One of these campuses is San José State University. It welc...

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May 13 2025RELIGION

The Role of Faith in University Professors' Well-being in Qatar

In Qatar, the idea of spiritual well-being (SWB) is deeply intertwined with Islamic values. This is particularly true for university professors. These educators often find meaning and purpose through their faith. Their spiritual well-being isn't just about personal beliefs. It's also about how their cultural background shapes their identity and values. University pr...

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May 08 2025EDUCATION

The Power of Xavier University: A Century of Change

America's education system is under a lot of pressure. Many people worry about the cost of college, the lack of financial help, and the attacks on higher education. These issues are pushing many students away from pursuing a college degree. However, there are institutions like Xavier University of Louisiana that stand as a testament to the power of education. Founded...

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May 06 2025EDUCATION

The Student Loan Debt Collection Resumes: What You Need to Know

The Department of Education has restarted the collection process for overdue federal student loans. This move affects around 5. 3 million borrowers who are currently in default. The pause on collections, which began in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is now over. This means that borrowers who have fallen behind on their payments will soon face consequences. ...

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May 06 2025EDUCATION

The Trump Administration's Fight with Universities

The Trump administration has been quietly waging a battle against higher education institutions, particularly the Ivy League schools. This conflict is part of a broader strategy to reshape the landscape of American universities. Harvard University, for instance, has been a significant target. The school has taken a stand against the administration's demands, even sui...

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