MIT president says she 'cannot support' proposal to adopt Trump priorities for funding benefits
MIT is among the first to express forceful views either in favor of or against an agreement the White House billed as providing “multiple positive benefits.”
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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." -
Officials criticize Trump order closing education department
Many experts said the Department of Education serves as a “watchdog” for students of color, those with disabilities, English language learners, those of low income backgrounds, to ensure they all have equal access to quality education. -
One year after pro-Palestinian protests, Emerson College faces enrollment drop
While the climate improved this academic year, some Jewish students say they don't regret leaving Emerson. -
Fall River to retroactively award graduation diplomas
With MCAS tests no longer a graduation requirement, district officials say it's a matter of fairness. -
UMass medical school suspends certain PhD admissions, citing ‘funding uncertainty’ under Trump
A university spokesperson attributed it to “uncertainties related to the funding of biomedical research in this country.” -
U.S. Education Department says it is cutting nearly half of all staff
According to the department, more than 1,300 positions will be cut as a result of this reduction in force. Roughly another 600 employees have accepted voluntary resignations or retired.
