Facing public scrutiny, colleges are trying to enroll more veterans
Harvard is making its pitch to vets across the country as part of an effort to broaden perspectives on campus.
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From Robin Hood to resumes: The humanities get a job market makeover
Schools like Georgia Tech have reframed liberal arts as essential career training, and students are responding in big numbers. -
Harvard renames DEI office, shifts focus amid pressure from Trump administration
University says it will prioritize first-generation and low-income students; critics worry it’s backing down. -
Outgoing METCO head stands behind the program despite recent attacks on DEI
“It is pretty appalling to see what's happening at the federal level,” says METCO President Milly Arbaje-Thomas. “The fact that we're even looking to dismantle words that are positive.” -
College presidents sign letter of ‘moral courage’ and condemn Trump’s actions
Leaders with the American Association of Colleges and Universities call for “constructive engagement” and condemn the Trump administration when it comes to higher education. -
Harvard sues Trump administration to stop the freeze of more than $2 billion in grants
The Trump administration recently called for broad reforms at Harvard. After the university refused, the government froze billions of dollars in federal funding. -
Worcester Public Schools superintendent stepping down in June
Rachel Monárrez accepted a superintendent position in California. -
Harvard says it won’t comply with Trump’s ‘unprecedented’ demands
Last month, the Trump administration launched a review into $9 billion in the school’s federal funding due to allegations of antisemitism. -
Higher education board considers three-year bachelor's degrees
Three-year bachelor's degrees are starting to gain traction around the country as a more affordable option for students in certain designated areas of study. -
How federal cuts to education will impact Massachusetts schools
Former education secretary Paul Reville discussed the clawback of unspent pandemic relief funds. -
Federal government terminated $106 million in Massachusetts K-12 education grants
The Trump administration on Friday terminated $106 million in K-12 education grants for Massachusetts, the Healey administration said Tuesday, calling it an "illegal move."
