A recent Gallup study reveals that half of U.S. adults have lost trust in higher education, with confidence dropping from 57% in 2015 to just 36% in 2023. Key reasons include concerns over political agendas, irrelevant curricula, and rising costs. Particularly among Republicans, distrust is fueled by ideological influence, while many cite the financial burden of tuition and student debt. The study highlights a growing skepticism about the value of a college degree.
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The SKIMVB Public Exam results for February 2025, covering both Boarding and General categories, were released today at 12:30 PM. Students can immediately access their results via the official website, Samastha.in. The results mark a significant moment for students in vocational and medical streams, who can now check their performance online. For any issues, students are encouraged to visit the site’s FAQs or contact the SKIMVB helpline.
Anna University begins applications for CEETA PG 2025 for ME, MTech, MPlan, and MArch programs. The registration ends on February 21, 2025, with the exam scheduled for March 23, 2025. Eligibility includes a 50% minimum qualifying degree score (45% for reserved categories). Final-year students and valid GATE score holders can apply. Fees vary by category.
Columbia University has introduced new policies, including stricter protest regulations and a Middle East curriculum review, after the Trump administration cut $400 million in federal funding, citing antisemitism concerns. The university is hiring more police, enforcing ID checks, and reassessing admissions. Meanwhile, a Palestinian student’s arrest has sparked criticism over political speech suppression, reports Reuters.
Harvard University has temporarily frozen staff and faculty hiring amid looming concerns over federal funding cuts under the Trump administration. The move follows heightened government scrutiny, particularly after $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University were revoked due to alleged antisemitism on campus. With growing financial uncertainty, Harvard braces for potential funding constraints, impacting research, faculty recruitment, and student resources.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha emphasized the importance of education for future development during the foundation day celebration of Lipika Dasgupta Memorial School. He highlighted the government's efforts to improve the education system and establish an education hub in the state, noting the introduction of various projects, including the NCERT curriculum and English-medium schools.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit card for the CMAT 2025, available on the official website exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT. The exam will be held on January 25 in two shifts: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Candidates can download their admit cards by entering their application number and date of birth. The admit card contains essential exam details and instructions.
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has announced 582 vacancies for ASRB NET 2025, covering ARS, SMS, and STO positions. Applications open from April 22 to May 21, 2025. Eligibility includes a Master’s degree in relevant fields, with age limits varying by position. The preliminary exam is scheduled for September 2-4, 2025, and the mains exam on December 7, 2025.
The Supreme Court of India proposed consolidating all petitions contesting the CLAT 2025 results to the Punjab and Haryana High Court, aiming for a uniform and expedited adjudication process. The decision follows numerous challenges to the exam's answer key and evaluation process across multiple High Courts.
The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has extended the registration deadline for the MAH MBA and MMS CET to January 31, 2025. The exam is tentatively scheduled from March 17 to 19, 2025. The official notice confirms the extension for online applications for admission to MBA/MMS courses for the 2025-26 academic year across various centers.
Tripura CM Manik Saha announced development projects worth around Rs 1000 crore for improving rural educational infrastructure. These include constructing school buildings, additional classrooms, and facilities like toilets, libraries, and laboratories. Major projects are under RIDF, NESIDS, and other schemes, aiming to ensure quality education and modern facilities in rural schools.