The University of California will no longer require diversity statements in hiring, citing political and financial pressures. This follows federal warnings to protect Jewish students and campus protests against government actions. With an 8% budget cut and a hiring freeze, UC faces challenges in balancing inclusivity, academic freedom, and funding concerns, as reported by The New York Times.
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Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, recently announced her decision to retire from her 15-year teaching career at Northern Virginia Community College. Throughout her life, Jill has been dedicated to education, earning multiple degrees and teaching at various institutions. She made history as the first First Lady to continue working outside the White House while serving as First Lady. Her farewell marks the end of a remarkable chapter in her lifelong career as an educator.
Teacher attrition in the US has reached a 23-year high, with 11% of teachers leaving their schools annually, according to new research. Studies from EducationWeek highlight the impact of factors like salary disparities, deteriorating working conditions, and the rise of contract teaching. Research shows that lower starting salaries and poor working conditions are contributing to higher turnover rates, while economic factors continue to drive teacher retention challenges across the nation.
Bank of Baroda (BOB) is hiring 4,000 apprentices across India for 2025, offering stipends of INR 15,000–20,000/month. Eligible graduates, aged 20-28, can apply online from February 19 to March 11, 2025. The recruitment process includes an online exam, document verification, language proficiency, and medical fitness checks. For more details, visit bankofbaroda.in.
Tamil Nadu schools closed due to Pongal: Schools, colleges, and government offices in Tamil Nadu will be closed for a week to celebrate Pongal 2025 from January 14 to January 19. The government has additionally declared January 17 as a holiday to accommodate travel plans after receiving numerous requests from residents.
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) will release the REET 2024 admit cards soon on rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in. The exam is scheduled for February 27, 2025, in two shifts: 10 AM to 12:30 PM and 3 PM to 5:30 PM. Candidates can download their admit cards by following the steps on the official website and verifying the details.
The Medical Counselling Committee has released a provisional list of candidates admitted under NEET PG Counselling 2024 Round 3 as of February 7, 2025 (11:30 AM). Candidates must check if their names are listed and contact their allotted college immediately if missing. Candidates can check the official notice and other details here.
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) has released the Phase 2 admit cards for the Stenographer and Personal Assistant Grade-II recruitment exam. Scheduled for March 19 and 20, 2025, candidates who cleared the first phase can download their admit cards from the official website. The examination will consist of a written test and a stenography test. Candidates must bring the admit card and a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre.
The NEET MDS 2025 application correction window will close on March 16, 2025. Candidates can make corrections on the official website, natboard.edu.in. The correction process is in two phases, with the second phase from March 27 to March 31. Candidates can modify certain fields like category and PwD status, but changes to name, test city, nationality, mobile number, and email ID are not allowed. The NEET MDS exam is scheduled for April 19, 2025.
NASA is offering paid internships for high school and college students in 2025 through the Office of STEM Engagement. These internships provide hands-on experience in various STEM and non-engineering fields. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 16 years old, and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 highlights the top institutions excelling in biological sciences, a field crucial for advancements in health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. Harvard University leads globally, followed by MIT and Stanford. The rankings also showcase the top 10 US universities, emphasizing their role in cutting-edge research and scientific innovation.