Ivy League schools are under increasing pressure to reconsider legacy admissions in the wake of the Supreme Court's 2023 affirmative action ruling. While legacy preferences have been in decline nationwide, Ivy League institutions still defend the practice, citing financial benefits. However, public opposition, with 75% of Americans opposing legacy status in admissions, and state legislative action to ban it are challenging its future. The debate continues as universities face calls for more equitable admissions processes.
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Bihar's Kishanganj district has mandated private CBSE-affiliated schools to teach Urdu, following a DISHA meeting highlighting its absence. Schools must report compliance to the Bihar Education Project Office. Additionally, the Bihar government will probe issues with the recent 70th BPSC examination after student protests and subsequent police action in Patna.
A group of pro-Palestinian students and activists sued UCLA over its handling of last year’s anti-Israel protests. This follows a lawsuit by Jewish students alleging discrimination and blocked access to classes. A federal judge barred such blockades, and the Trump administration has now backed the Jewish students' case.
US education leaders are closely monitoring the UK's upcoming curriculum review, which aims to address historical biases in history and geography lessons. The review, set for early 2025, includes proposals to reshape the portrayal of the British Empire, promote diversity, and include modern issues like climate change and financial literacy. US educators are looking to these reforms for guidance in creating more inclusive curricula that reflect diverse perspectives and equip students for future... Expand
The Haryana State Board of Technical Education (HSBTE) is expected to release the semester results for diploma courses held in December 2024 online by the last week of February 2025. Students can check their subject-wise scores and overall qualifying status on the official website, hsbte.org.in.
California’s new bar exam, launching on February 25, 2025, has faced significant issues in its early stages, including scheduling problems, technical glitches with remote proctoring, and limited in-person test locations. As reported by Reuters, 67% of examinees have struggled with the system, causing frustration for the 5,300 test takers. Communication breakdowns and errors in registration have only added to the challenges, leaving many uncertain about the exam's rollout despite efforts to... Expand
Karnataka Bank has opened applications for 75 specialist officer (SO) roles in 2025, offering vacancies for Chartered Accountants, IT Specialists, and Law Officers. Candidates from the 2024 and 2025 batches are eligible to apply. The recruitment includes positions across various fields with attractive pay packages starting at Rs 48,480 per month. Applicants can apply through the bank's official website before March 25, 2025, with the selection based on shortlisting and online interviews.
The Gujarat Board Class 12 Science stream results and GUJCET 2025 scores are likely to be announced by the last week of April, as per past trends. GSEB has dismissed a fake press release claiming an April 17 release date and urged students to rely solely on official updates via gseb.org.
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), formerly known as Kanpur University, has announced the odd semester results for various undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses, including BA, BSc, BCom, MA, MSc, MCom, and more. Students who appeared for these exams can now access their results on the official website — csjmu.ac.in — using their roll numbers.
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will remove additional CRS points for job offers in Express Entry, effective spring 2025. This aims to curb LMIA-related fraud and create a fairer system. Indian applicants, including students transitioning to work permits, may face increased competition, emphasizing education, language skills, and work experience to secure permanent residency.