Due to an incoming snowstorm and freezing temperatures, Elmore County schools in Central Alabama will be closed for two days, January 21-22. Montgomery and Autauga counties will shift to virtual learning. The winter storm is expected to bring snow and dangerous conditions, prompting school districts to adjust their schedules for safety. Students in Montgomery will attend classes online, while Autauga will offer assignment flexibility. School officials urge families to stay safe during the extreme weather.
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Rising tuition costs continue to burden medical students, with average debts reaching $200,000 for public school graduates and $230,000 for private school graduates in 2024. However, some public institutions offer significantly lower tuition. The University of New Mexico leads with the most affordable in-state tuition at $19,576. Texas dominates the list, hosting seven of the ten most cost-effective public medical schools.
A growing trend in college admissions sees students writing politically bold essays, expressing their views on conservative causes or controversial political figures. This shift has led to increased acceptance at Ivy League schools like Harvard, Princeton, and Stanford. Admissions consultants report that students are now embracing their political identities, using their essays to stand out. This change in approach could have long-term impacts on both college admissions and future career... Expand
United India Insurance Company Limited (UIIC) has released the results for the UIIC Administrative Officer (AO) 2024 written exam. Candidates who appeared for the Scale I (Generalists and Specialists) exam can check their results on the official website, uiic.co.in. Those who qualify will proceed to the interview round, with final selection based on overall performance, including the descriptive test.
The Trump administration’s plan to dismantle the US Department of Education and shift its $1.6 trillion student loan program to the Small Business Administration has raised alarms in the legal education sector. Experts fear delays in loan disbursements, increased reliance on private loans, and financial instability for law schools, as the SBA lacks experience in managing education financing.
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has opened online registration for the MAH MCA CET 2025 and MAH LLB 3-Year CET 2025. Interested candidates can register on cetcell.mahacet.org. MAH MCA CET is scheduled for March 23, 2025, while the MAH LLB CET will take place on March 20 and 21, 2025.
he NEET PG Admission/Counseling Board of Rajasthan has released the updated counseling schedule for Round 2 admissions. As per the notice, the provisional seat matrix, after the allotment of senior demonstrators, will be available on January 11, 2025. Candidates can read check important dates and direct link to the official notice here.
Engineering careers are booming as industries seek innovative solutions to complex challenges. With technological advancements and a growing demand for skilled professionals, the field's popularity is surging. The U.S. continues to lead in engineering education, with top universities such as Harvard, Stanford, MIT, UC Berkeley, and Caltech setting global standards. These institutions excel in research, teaching, and industry collaboration, attracting talent worldwide.
The WBPSC has issued the Annual Calendar 2025, detailing registration and exam dates for various recruitment exams. Key exams include West Bengal Judicial Service on May 4, 2025, WBCS (Executive) Preliminary on September 7, 2025, and several others throughout the year. Aspirants should refer to the official calendar for planning their preparation and application processes.
The Supreme Court has instructed states and union territories to identify and notify sanctioned posts for teachers of special needs children by March 28. Despite an earlier judgment, states have yet to fill these posts. The court emphasized the necessity of qualified professionals and instructed the immediate formation of a screening committee to oversee the process.