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MIT student Julianna Schneider, a double major in AI and mathematics, developed NerdXing to help students explore diverse course paths and discover interdisciplinary opportunities, reflecting her broader goal of using technology to solve community problems and enhance lives through robotics and innovative tools.
The Utah House has passed a bill replacing "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) programs in higher education, public schools, and government with "student success and support" initiatives, with Republicans arguing that the move aims to prevent discrimination and politicization. Democrats opposed the bill, stating that it sends a message of exclusion and denies the existence of racism. The measure will now move to a Senate committee for further consideration.
The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents has approved a plan to provide a four-percent wage increase for roughly 35,000 UW employees, while freezing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) positions through 2026. Officials at UW-Oshkosh are prepared for potential changes following the vote, with a focus on shifting some current positions to student success. Despite the freeze on DEI positions, student organizations dedicated to diversity and inclusivity will remain on campus. The university's efforts also extend to supporting veterans, first-year students, LGBTQ individuals, and other groups.
Mildred García, a Puerto Rican and recognized higher education leader, has been selected as the first Latina chancellor of the California State University (CSU) system, the largest four-year university system in the United States. With over 457,000 students enrolled and nearly 130,000 annual graduates, CSU is known for its diversity. García, who has previously served as president of Cal State Fullerton and CSU Dominguez Hills, is credited with improving graduation rates and increasing retention rates for underrepresented students. She will begin her tenure as chancellor in October, focusing on student achievement, equity, and California's economic prosperity.
Marlin High School in Texas postponed its graduation ceremony until June to allow students more time to reach graduation requirements. Out of 33 seniors, only 5 were reportedly eligible to graduate due to attendance records and grades. The school district has affirmed its commitment to providing necessary resources and support to students, and recently moved to a four-day week to increase instruction and student engagement. The district believes regular school attendance is a powerful predictor of student success.
Community colleges in the US are facing an enrollment decline of 37% since 2010, with fewer than half of students earning any kind of credential. Critics argue that poor success rates and faceless bureaucracies are to blame, while advocates defend community colleges as serving students who need the most support but without the money to provide it. The spurning of community colleges has implications for the national economy, which relies on their graduates to fill many of the jobs in which there are shortages.
Community colleges in the US are facing an enrollment decline of 37% since 2010, with fewer than half of students earning any kind of credential. Critics argue that poor success rates and faceless bureaucracies are to blame, while advocates defend community colleges as serving students who need the most support but without the money to provide it. The spurning of community colleges has implications for the national economy, which relies on their graduates to fill many of the jobs in which there are shortages.
The U.S. House has passed a bill called the Parents Bill of Rights, which requires schools to allow parents to see curriculum plans, lists of materials, and any available books, as well as be informed about school budgets and incidents of violence. Republicans say it protects parents' rights, while opponents call it a dangerous move in a culture war. The bill also includes a controversial provision requiring teachers to notify parents if students are being treated as transgender. Some parents believe the bill is a dangerous distraction from real issues in schools, while others say it affirms parents' right to know what is being taught.
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will temporarily take over the Houston Independent School District (HISD) due to reported failures on the district level and multiple schools that have faced unsatisfactory grades for several years. The move comes after years of what the state considers dysfunction and a failure to properly educate all children. The TEA will appoint a nine-member board of managers by June 1, who will have the powers and duties of the elected HISD board of trustees. The goal is to turn HISD back over to the board of trustees as soon as possible, but also recognize that change takes time.