Representative David Rouzer from North Carolina introduced a bill, H.R. 369, to abolish the U.S. Department of Education, a key part of Donald Trump’s "Project 2025" agenda. The proposal, which aims to redirect $200 billion, has sparked intense debate over the future of U.S. education. Supporters argue it would grant local control, while critics warn it could worsen inequality in public schools, particularly in low-income areas. The bill’s fate remains uncertain in Congress.
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The Assam Science and Technology University extends the CEE 2025 registration deadline to March 9, 2025. The Assam CEE 2025 exam for B.Tech admission will be held on April 27, 2025. Candidates must secure at least 45% in their Class 12 exams or a three-year diploma to be eligible.
The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has begun online registration for the Telangana Education Common Entrance Test (TG EdCET) 2025. Candidates can apply at edcet.tsche.ac.in. The last date to register without a late fee is May 13, 2025, and the exam is scheduled for June 1, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team has been temporarily blocked from accessing student data by the US Department of Education following privacy concerns. The decision, stemming from a lawsuit filed by California college students, prevents DOGE from viewing federal student aid records until at least February 16, 2025. The case highlights privacy violations and sparks debate over the influence of private-sector efforts in public education systems, with further hearings... Expand
A sudden funding freeze by the US government has left thousands of international scholars in financial turmoil, disrupting their academic missions and cultural exchange programmes. Scholars participating in prestigious initiatives like Fulbright and Gilman have seen their stipends abruptly suspended, with no communication on future payments. This uncertainty has forced scholars to rely on personal savings or host institutions, while the fate of their research and teaching engagements remains... Expand
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) face a critical juncture amidst financial struggles, declining enrollment, and systemic underfunding. While Trump’s first term saw measures like the FUTURE Act, deeper challenges persist. As his second term begins, the future of HBCUs depends on addressing disparities and securing support to sustain these pivotal institutions of American education and progress.
A Tennessee bill requiring separate bathrooms in student housing based on “immutable biological sex†awaits Gov. Bill Lee’s approval. Despite opposition, it passed the Republican-led Senate. LGBTQ+ activists argue it fosters discrimination, while similar laws in other states face legal challenges. If signed, it would take effect immediately, as reported by the Associated Press.
Premilla Nadasen, Ann Whitney Olin Professor of History at Barnard College, resigned as director of the Barnard Center for Research on Women (BCRW), effective December 31, 2024. Citing campus surveillance and restrictions on academic events, Nadasen also announced the cancellation of the 50th annual Scholar and Feminist Conference, which was set to focus on academic freedom. Nadasen will remain at Barnard as a professor of history. Her resignation marks a significant moment in the ongoing... Expand
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will announce the Class 10 Result 2025 today, March 29, at 12 PM. Students can check their results on secondary.biharboardonline.com. The exams were held from February 17 to 25, 2025, in two shifts daily. The Times of India will also host the Bihar Board Matric Result 2025 online.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced plans to build modern schools across every Assembly constituency in the state. The initiative will focus on providing advanced infrastructure, including classrooms, labs, libraries, and sports facilities, while ensuring equal access to quality education for all students. This move aims to bridge the education gap between urban and rural areas and promote holistic development through vocational training and extra-curricular activities,... Expand
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has released the provisional answer key for REET 2025 on 25 March. Candidates who appeared for the exam on 27 and 28 February can download it from the official websites. RBSE has also provided an option to challenge the answer key, with objections accepted for a limited period.