HIGHER EDUCATION

Nov 25 2025EDUCATION

Utah's Higher Education: Building a Stronger Future

Utah's higher education system is making big moves to prepare students for the future. The Utah Board of Higher Education has been working hard to make college more affordable and accessible. They are also focusing on programs that will help students get good jobs after graduation. One of the biggest changes in 2025 was the implementation of House Bill 265. This bil...

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Nov 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Bridging the Gap: How Schools Can Keep Up with AI

AI is everywhere, changing how we work and create. But most people struggle to use it well. Nine out of ten workers use AI, but many give up because they lack skills or trust in the tools. Even when companies use AI, only a few see real benefits. AI is growing fast, and schools are struggling to keep up. Most courses take years to update, but AI changes every few we...

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Nov 24 2025EDUCATION

Why College Approval Matters

College approval, or accreditation, is a big deal. It’s like a stamp of approval that says a college meets certain standards. Without it, students can’t get federal aid like grants or loans. Recently, things have changed. Six Southern states decided to create their own approval group. This move has stirred up debates about politics and education. The change started ...

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Nov 15 2025EDUCATION

How International Students Thrive in Chinese Universities

International students in China are doing pretty well, but there's room to grow. A recent study looked at how engaged these students are in their studies. Engagement means how much they put into their education, not just showing up but also thinking and feeling connected. The study found that overall, students are moderately engaged. They feel the most connected emo...

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Nov 14 2025EDUCATION

How a Furry Friend is Changing the Game for College Students

College life is tough. Students juggle classes, jobs, and money worries, all while dealing with rising stress levels. Anxiety and depression are at an all-time high among young adults. But at one university, a special dog named Frank is making a big difference. Frank is a Goldendoodle who works as a therapy dog. He's part of a program at California State University ...

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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 computer science or engineering seemed like a sure bet. But now, even thos...

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

Student Loans: Big Changes Ahead

The Education Department has taken a big step forward in changing student loans. They finished a key meeting last week to figure out how to put new rules into action. These rules come from a law called the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act, which President Trump signed last year. The changes will affect how students and families pay for college and how they pay back their ...

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Nov 01 2025OPINION

Why is Trump's trade policy hurting U. S. universities?

The U. S. government is taking steps that might not be in the best interest of the country. They are putting tariffs on imports from other countries. This is supposed to help reduce the trade deficit. But at the same time, they are making it harder for international students to come to the U. S. This is a problem because these students bring in a lot of money. They c...

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Oct 28 2025EDUCATION

Colleges Team Up to Boost Open Discussion

Many colleges are facing doubts from the public. People question if these schools truly welcome different ideas. To tackle this, nine private universities gathered in Washington D. C. They wanted to find ways to make campuses more open to debate. The schools included big names like Harvard, Yale, and New York University. They met to discuss how to make campuses bett...

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Oct 26 2025EDUCATION

How AI is Shaping College Students' Future Skills

In today's world, students in college need to develop strong computational thinking (CT) skills to succeed in a future dominated by technology. While there's been a lot of research on teaching CT to younger students, colleges have been left behind. This is a problem because teachers in higher education don't have enough guidance or support to teach CT effectively. A...

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