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The University of Iowa plans to close its Gender, Women's, and Sexuality Studies department and other programs, replacing them with a new interdisciplinary major in Social and Cultural Analysis. The restructuring aims to streamline curricula and enhance academic offerings, aligning with statewide DEI policy changes, and will take effect in July 2025 if approved.
The US Department of Education has reinstated Trump's 2020 Title IX policies, following a January 9, 2025, court ruling that overturned Biden's revised rules. The new guidance mandates stricter handling of sexual misconduct cases, including live hearings and a narrower definition of harassment. While advocates for accused students welcome the shift, critics argue that it may discourage survivors from reporting assaults. The change is part of a broader legal battle over Title IX's scope and... Expand
Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) has revised the exam schedule for undergraduate BA, BSc, and BCom courses to prevent exam overlaps. The updated timetable includes changes for first, second, and third-year students across various subjects. Significant changes affect the BCom Business Law, BJMC PAC 102, Tourism, Education, and Computer Applications exams. Students are advised to check the updated schedule on the HPU website for the most accurate and timely information.
The NTA has canceled the CSIR UGC NET December 2024 exam at an Assam center on February 28 due to a technical glitch. A notice has been issued, assuring candidates that details regarding the rescheduling of the exam will be announced soon. Affected candidates are advised to stay updated through the official NTA website.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 results. The exams for BArch and BPlanning saw considerable participation, with candidates from Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh achieving perfect scores. The examination was conducted in 13 languages across 289 cities.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the correction window for CUET PG 2025 applications from February 10 to 12, 2025. Candidates can modify their details on the official website, as no further chances will be provided. The exam is scheduled from March 13 to 31 in CBT mode. Universities can register for participation until March 7.
The University of California saw record enrollment of California residents in Fall 2024, amid the end of affirmative action. The system also experienced stability in diverse representation and an increase in Black, Latino, and low-income students supported by Pell Grants.
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) is set to release the Pashu Parichar (Animal Attendant) recruitment exam results on April 3. Conducted from December 1 to 3, 2024, the exam saw over 10.5 lakh candidates appear for 6,433 vacancies. The merit list and cutoff scores will determine eligibility for the next selection stages, including document verification.