Kimberly Diei, a pharmacy student at the University of Tennessee, faced expulsion threats after posting racy rap lyrics on social media. The university investigated her twice, citing unprofessional behavior. Diei sued, claiming her First Amendment rights were violated. After a four-year legal battle, she won a settlement, affirming that state-run institutions cannot punish students for protected off-campus speech.
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The Gujarat State Examination Board has opened applications for the NMMS Scholarship on sebexam.org. Apply between January 1-11, 2025, with fee payment accepted until January 13. Qualified students will receive ₹1,000 monthly (₹12,000 annually), directly transferred to their bank accounts by the Ministry of Education. Students can check the eligibility criteria and direct link here.
The Telangana Government College of Higher Education (TGCHE) has announced the TG ICET 2025 for MBA and MCA admissions. Registration opens on March 10 and closes on May 3, 2025. Admit cards will be available from May 28, and the exam will be held on June 8 and 9, 2025.
The NTA has opened the NEET UG 2025 application correction window from March 9 to March 11. Candidates can edit details such as personal information and exam preferences. The NEET UG 2025 exam will be held on May 4 and will consist of 180 MCQs.
UPSC will soon release the NDA and NA (1) Exam 2025 admit cards on upsc.gov.in and upsconline.gov.in. The exam is set for April 13, 2025, with 406 vacancies across the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy. Candidates must download their hall tickets online and stay updated through the official website for further details.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released new details on the upcoming Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP), highlighting lower language, work experience, and education requirements. Initially, applications will only be accepted from candidates already in Canada, while those outside the country will be able to apply at a later stage.
As the CBSE Class 10 exams approach, students face the challenge of mastering Social Science, a subject that covers a wide range of topics. With 37 questions, including multiple-choice, short-answer, and long-answer formats, students must be well-prepared. Experts, including Sonali Malik from Ridge Valley School, emphasize focusing on key concepts and provide essential tips for tackling MCQs effectively to achieve success.
The UP BEd JEE 2025 registration will begin on February 15, 2025, and close on March 15, 2025. Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, will conduct the state-level exam for admission into B.Ed courses across Uttar Pradesh. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 50% marks can apply online at bujhansi.ac.in. The exam is expected in June 2025.
The University of Virginia’s board voted unanimously to shut down its DEI office and programs, aligning with the Trump administration’s push against DEI in education. While some initiatives may continue under other departments, the move reflects a broader national rollback of DEI policies. UVA’s president must report compliance progress within 30 days per Governor Youngkin’s directive.