Virginia’s education system faces uncertainty as federal budget cuts under Donald Trump’s administration impact schools and colleges. Proposed changes, including shifting special education oversight and suspending career readiness exams, raise concerns about funding and accountability. Educators fear losing critical resources, while local agencies struggle to adapt. The long-term impact on students remains unclear, reported by Virginia Mercury.
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President Trump signed an executive order on January 29, 2025, aimed at deporting non-citizen students involved in pro-Palestinian protests, citing rising antisemitism on U.S. campuses. The order directs the Justice Department to address violence against Jews linked to these protests. Civil rights groups oppose the move, calling it unconstitutional and a violation of free speech. Legal challenges are expected as the order could significantly impact U.S. higher education and immigrant students'... Expand
Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University (DDU) has released the 2025 results for undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including BA, BSc, BCom, MA, and MSc. Students can check their results on ddugu.ac.in by entering their roll number and date of birth. The university, established in 1957, offers a wide range of academic programmes across multiple disciplines.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2025 answer key on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now access the final answer key. The session 1 exam concluded on January 30, with the provisional answer key released on February 4. Aspirants had until February 6 to raise objections. The JEE Main 2025 results are expected by February 12.
Ambedkar University Delhi issued a show cause notice to Kaustav Banerjee for allegedly inciting disorder during a student protest. The protest was organized by AISA against the suspension of student Mantasha Irfan. The university accused Banerjee of delivering a provocative speech, leading to disruption. AISA condemned the notice, calling it an attack on academic freedom.
As Trump’s administration moves to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies in schools, institutions face a critical choice: comply or resist. With a 14-day deadline and federal funding on the line, some schools are making swift changes, while others challenge the directive’s legal standing. The outcome could redefine educational equity in the US.
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Bell County, Kentucky, faces a $600,000 loss in federal funding due to proposed education cuts under President Trump’s administration. This could devastate the rural school district, impacting teacher jobs, class sizes, and essential services for impoverished students. Bell County’s schools are a lifeline for families in a community struggling with economic decline. As reported by CNN, similar districts in 15 states that heavily rely on federal education support could also be severely... Expand
Prime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to the US comes at a crucial moment for Indian students, grappling with tightened visa restrictions, escalating education costs, and uncertain job prospects. As he meets with President Trump, students hope for reforms in visa processes, increased scholarships, and protections for work programs like H-1B and OPT, ensuring smoother transitions and a more inclusive environment.
Harvard's Pre-College Summer School Program offers high school students a two-week immersive college experience, featuring non-credit courses taught by Ivy League scholars. Open to academically motivated juniors and seniors, the program costs $5,800 and includes scholarships for eligible students. This year the sessions will run from June to August 2025, offering 30 courses across diverse fields.