As elite institutions brace for shifting financial ground under the reformed endowment tax system, Columbia University has, for now, narrowly avoided a direct hit. But the implications for students, especially those reliant on financial aid, may still be far from settled.Columbia Spectator, the university’s student-run publication, reveals that Columbia is likely to fall below the…
Mathematics has long been the silent force behind the world’s most significant advances. Whether decoding the genome, predicting climate change, building artificial intelligence, or stabilizing financial markets, the discipline forms the bedrock of rational inquiry and innovation. Far from being just a theoretical pursuit, mathematics underpins the algorithms that drive global economies, the statistical models…
High paying careers in the US that don’t require master’s or PhD. In an era where graduate degrees often feel like the default next step, it’s worth knowing that several top-tier careers in the United States offer impressive salaries and advancement opportunities with just a bachelor’s degree. For students aiming to maximise return on their…
As public schools in Chicago prepare to open their doors on August 18, thousands of families are being warned of scaled-back services, fewer hot meals, and delayed maintenance—a stark result of a $734 million budget deficit. The deepening crisis is not just a local concern. Education analysts warn it could be a harbinger of challenges…
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has officially announced the results for the Lower PCS Preliminary Examination 2024 on July 29, 2025. Thousands of aspirants who appeared for the highly competitive exam can now check their qualifying status on the official website, psc.uk.gov.in. The merit list includes roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the Mains…
Ohio State University President Ted Carter said that Ivy League schools are currently in “survival mode” following Columbia University’s $221 million settlement with the Trump administration. (Getty Images) Ohio State University President Ted Carter said that Ivy League schools are currently in “survival mode” following Columbia University’s $221 million settlement with the Trump administration over…
Michigan lawmakers block K-12 phone ban as political tensions rise. (AI Image) A bill aimed at restricting cellphone use for all K-12 students in Michigan failed to pass the state House by just three votes, despite growing public support across the US for limiting phones in classrooms. The legislation, authored by State Rep. Mark Tisdel…
Worcester schools avoid job cuts as US releases $5.5 billion in education funds. (AI Image) Twenty Worcester Public School jobs have been secured following the Trump administration’s decision to release $5.5 billion in previously frozen federal education funding. The school district is set to receive $3.5 million from the reinstated funds, which will support its…
George Mason University under US federal investigation for DEI hiring policies. The US Justice Department has escalated its scrutiny of diversity policies in higher education, launching a formal review of George Mason University (GMU) over a Faculty Senate resolution that praised President Gregory Washington for advancing the university’s diversity goals. According to a report by…
The future of public education in the United States is shifting, and the numbers back it up. According to the data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), national public school enrolment is not only lower than it was before the COVID-19 pandemic, but it is also projected to keep declining for years to…