The Trump administration is finalizing a new travel ban affecting international students from countries like Iran, Libya, and Sudan, targeting potential security threats. Universities are advising affected students to limit travel and seek legal counsel, with significant implications for their residency and visa status.
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The US Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has recognized 130 US higher education institutions for their outstanding participation in the Fulbright US Student and Scholar Programs for the 2024-2025 academic year. The recognition celebrates these institutions' dedication to fostering global engagement and academic excellence. Top producers in the programs span a wide range of classifications, including Doctoral, Master's, Baccalaureate, and Special Focus, highlighting... Expand
As President Trump's second term ushers in funding cuts to diversity programs and foreign aid, university leaders are silently bracing for the financial impact. Fearful of retribution, many are reluctant to publicly oppose the administration's policies despite the looming threat to billions in federal funding. With critical research initiatives hanging in the balance, the silence on campuses grows as higher education institutions navigate uncertainty, seeking quiet ways to mitigate the effects... Expand
MPESB Group 5 Recruitment 2024: The Madhya Pradesh Examination Board (MPESB) will start the online application process for Group 5 recruitment, including Staff Nurse and Paramedical positions, from December 30, 2024, to January 13, 2025. The recruitment test is scheduled for February 15, 2025, to fill 1,170 vacancies.
The Union Bank of India will close the Apprentice registration process on March 5, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply via unionbankofindia.co.in for 2,691 vacancies. Applicants must have graduated from a recognized university/institute on or after April 1, 2021, and be 20 to 28 years old as of February 1, 2025. The one-year training includes on-the-job learning, with a ₹15,000 monthly stipend but no additional benefits.
US Department of Education canceled two major loan forgiveness plans. The Biden administration has scrapped two major student loan forgiveness plans intended to aid 30 million borrowers. The Department of Education withdrew these proposals to maintain flexibility for future revisions. While this decision halts broad relief, targeted programs like PSLF and TLF remain available. Despite setbacks, efforts for student debt forgiveness continue.
The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has released a revised schedule for NEET PG 2025 counselling. Eligible candidates can register from January 25 to January 27, 2025. The process includes seat allocation for government and private institutions under various quotas. Key events like verification and allotment are scheduled, with admissions concluding by February 8, 2025.
The Samastha Kerala Islam Matha Vidyabhyasa Board (SKIMVB) has released the results for the Samastha Kerala Public Exam 2025 for Classes 10 and 12. Students can view their results online via the official website, www.samastha.in. Those dissatisfied with their results can apply for re-evaluation, while supplementary exams will take place in June 2025. Official mark sheets will be provided later by the schools.
The ongoing battle over book bans in the US has escalated, with the Trump administration's directive to scrutinize school libraries under the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) sparking controversy. The debate highlights a shift from local challenges to federal enforcement, raising concerns about ideological censorship. Critics argue that such restrictions limit intellectual freedom and reshape educational narratives.
The Telangana Council for Higher Education has released the TS EAMCET 2025 notification, with registrations starting from February 25 to April 4, 2025. The exam will take place from April 29 to May 5, 2025, in two shifts for Agriculture & Pharmacy and Engineering courses.
Art education is vital for students' cognitive, emotional, and creative development. In response to this, Proposition 28 allocated $1 billion for arts education in LAUSD. However, funds have allegedly been misused, as they were redirected to cover existing staff costs rather than hiring new art teachers. Parents, including former superintendent Austin Beutner, have filed a lawsuit demanding proper allocation to support students' arts education, especially in low-income schools.