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US embassies must vet students for ‘hostile attitudes’ but can resume visa appointments, State Department says
The US State Department told embassies and consulates they must vet student visa applicants for “hostile attitudes towards ...
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Education Department reinstates some research and data activities
Elizabeth Tipton, president of the Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness (SREE) said the limited reinstatement is ...
Column: What responsibility does higher education have to America?
High education has a responsibility to ensure every learner has the chance to advance their skills, their perspective and ...
Justice Department asked to investigate N.Y. school mascot case
New York state education officials might face a U.S. Justice Department investigation into potential Title VI of the Civil Rights Act violations related to a public school's chosen mascot.
U.S. to Review Social Media Posts of Student and Scholar Visa Applicants
The State Department is restarting the processing of visa applications from students and visiting scholars, but is screening ...
US resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to social media accounts
The U.S. State Department says it’s restarting the suspended process for foreigners applying for student visas but says all ...
WA education office cites state budget cuts as it lays off 37
The agency said 57 positions will be eliminated, effective July 1. They're part of a wave of layoffs sweeping state ...
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Massachusetts AG Spearheads 18-State Coalition to Urge U.S. Education Dept. to Uphold Diversity and Inclusion Commitments
Massachusetts AG leads coalition urging U.S. Education Department to maintain diversity and equity commitments.
Justice Department challenges Kentucky reg allowing in-state tuition for undocumented students
President Donald Trump’s administration has asked a federal judge to strike down a Kentucky regulation that it says ...
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BridgeValley President gives update on U.S. Department of Education consulting role
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — President of BridgeValley Community and Technical College Dr. Casey Sacks says her temporary consultant ...
Justice Department challenges Kentucky rule allowing in-state tuition for undocumented students
The Justice Department’s lawsuit says the regulation violates federal law by enabling undocumented students to qualify for ...