U.S. Department of Education News Monitoring

What the data says about the U.S. Department of Education

The U.S. Department of Education’s headquarters building in Washington, D.C. The department announced in mid-March that it will reduce its staff by nearly half. (Win McNamee/Getty Images) Almost from the moment it was created in 1979, the U.S. …

U.S. Department of Education Announces Investigations Demonstrating Continued Scrutiny of DEI-Related Title VI Issues

Last week, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (the “Department”) announced that it has initiated two sets of investigations against dozens of universities for alleged violations of Title VI. Closely following the Department’s so- …

Federal judge in Maryland orders U.S. Department of Education to keep issuing DEI related grants

BALTIMORE — A federal district court judge ruled the Trump Administration's termination of teacher training grants over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts is unconstitutional. Judge Julie Rubin, an appointee of former President Joe Biden, …

U.S. Department of Education quietly swaps Alabama universities in civil rights investigation

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The U.S. Department of Education named the University of Alabama among seven colleges under civil rights investigation in a Friday news release, then quietly corrected the listing to the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The federal …

Federal investigation targets UAB for 'impermissible race-based scholarships and race-based segregation' after U.S. ...

After initially reporting on a federal investigation into racially discriminatory practices at multiple universities, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) clarified that the University of Alabama in its initial report was …

Gov. Pillen Editorial Supports U.S. Department of Education Changes; Praises Nebraska Teachers

NEBRASKA, March 17 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Gov. Pillen Editorial Supports U.S. Department of Education Changes; Praises Nebraska Teachers LINCOLN, NE – In an editorial published today by The Federalist, Governor Jim Pillen addressed the …

U.S. Department of Education Announces More Than 8 Million FAFSA® Forms Complete and Additional Form Improvements

Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced that more than 8 million 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) forms have been successfully submitted and processed, nearly a 50% increase on the number of applications submitted at this …

U.S. Department of Education now says UAB, not UA, facing probe for ‘race-based segregation’

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) changed a Friday press release on Monday morning to say that the University of Alabama at Birmingham is under investigation by the OCR for allegedly offering “impermissible race-based …

UW taking steps regarding U.S. Department of Education investigation

The University of Wyoming says it will cooperate with an investigation by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights — and is, in fact, already taking steps in response to alleged “race-exclusionary” practices by a national organization …

Mass. education secretary on the impact of U.S. Department of Education's cuts

This week, the Department of Education announced it would cut nearly half of its workforce. Twenty-five workers in Massachusetts will go on administrative leave. The cuts are part of the Trump administration's pledge to dismantle the department. …

Judge orders reinstatement of education grants axed by Trump in DEI sweep

Kindamorphic | E+ | Getty Images A judge ordered the Trump administration to temporarily reinstate some of the education grants it had nixed as part of its work to end diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. U.S. District Judge Julie Rubin in Maryland …

I Teach Jewish Studies. Trump’s Department of Education Just Made My Job So Much Harder.

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. Last week, the U.S. Department of Education sent a letter to 60 institutions of higher education across the United States, warning …

The Women’s Sports Revolution: Breaking Billion-Dollar Barriers And Challenging Old Playbooks

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 15: A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces and Breanna Stewart #30 of the ... [+] New York Liberty wait for a Liberty player to shoot a free throw in the second quarter of their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on June 15, 2024 in …

The Dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education

Details By Neely Bardwell March 14, 2025 On Wednesday, March 12, the U.S. Department of Education announced significant staff reductions, cutting nearly half of its workforce. The agency plans to lay off more than 1,300 employees after already downsizing …

Towson University named in DEI investigation launched by U.S. Department of Education

TOWSON, Md. — Towson University was named among a slew of institutions in a DEI investigation launched by the U.S. Department of Education. According to a press release, over 50 universities are accused of violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 …

UCCS leader responds to U.S Department of Education investigation

Cal State San Bernardino is part of federal DEI probe

Cal State San Bernardino is one of 45 universities under federal investigation for potentially violating part of the Civil Rights Act in admissions for its doctoral program. The campus is among three California universities — Cal Poly Humboldt and UC …

Erika Donalds says she’d back a ‘parent-directed’ education system as First Lady

Erika Donalds has long been a proponent of school choice and parental empowerment, and she hopes to see Florida move further in that direction now and under its next Governor — a job her husband, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, is well-positioned to take. “My …

Moody's Downgrades Higher Education Outlook to Negative as Federal Policy Changes Threaten Sector

Moody's Ratings has revised its outlook for the U.S. higher education sector from stable to negative, citing recent and potential federal policy changes that have created a more difficult operating environment for colleges and universities nationwide. …

iCode Glen Ellyn, IL Launches New STEM Summer Camps Focused on Hands-On Learning in Coding and Robotics

iCode Glen Ellyn, IL launches new STEM summer camps, offering coding and robotics courses to enhance critical thinking and creativity in young learners GLEN ELLYN, IL, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- iCode Glen Ellyn, IL …

E&I Announces its 2025 Annual Business Partner Awards Winners

Tremco CPG, Deloitte, Grainger, & Avantor Recognized for Excellence JERICHO, NY, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- E&I Cooperative Services (E&I) is proud to announce the winners of its 2025 Business Partner Awards, …

COVID19... SINS & VIRTUES FEATURE ANTHOLOGY FILM SHOT IN ISOLATION SET TO DROP ON MARCH 20, 2025

A Cinematic Reflection on the Pandemic's Darkest and Brightest Moments LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 20, 2025, five years after Los Angeles went into lockdown, the creators of the film will …

Building Lightning-Fast Websites with BCMS and Next.js

DOVER, DE, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BCMS, a leading headless Content Management System (CMS), has been successfully integrated with Next.js to enhance the performance and scalability of web applications. This powerful …

Sheboygan Film Festival Accepting Submissions

Early bird pricing is in effect and Wisconsin filmmakers are free until May 2. SHEBOYGAN, WI, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The organizers of the Sheboygan Film Festival (SFF), the Malibu of the Midwest’s very own film fest …

Lorie Loar’s Book Offers a Powerful Testament to Caregiving, Strength, and Resilience in Healthcare Crises

VA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents Lorie Loar, a devoted mother, accomplished scholar, and experienced caregiver, shares her deeply personal and inspirational journey in her newly published book, …

AMAX Expands AI Workstation Portfolio with NVIDIA RTX PRO Blackwell Workstation GPUs

AMAX introduces the latest NVIDIA RTX PRO Blackwell GPUs into its AI workstations, enhancing performance for AI, deep learning, simulation, and visualization. Amax Holding Co., Ltd. (TWSE:(6933.TW)) FREMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨ …

AMIGOS INTERNACIONALES AND DOCTORS ON MISSION HOSTS MAJOR 3-DAY MEDICAL CAMP WITH SUPPORT FROM UGANDAN HEART INSTITUTE

Amigos Internacionales and Doctors on Mission will host a 3-day medical camp in Ogul, Uganda (March 28–31) with heart care from the Ugandan Heart Institute. OGUL VILLAGE, UGANDA, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kampala, Uganda – March 18, …

'Grandparenting on the Spectrum' Helps Families Build Stronger Bonds Amid Autism Challenges

PARAMUS, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jennifer M. Kaufman, author, educational consultant, and Principal of EPIC School in Paramus, NJ, is pleased to announce the release of her new book, "Grandparenting on the …

82% of workers have witnessed or experienced bullying - new survey

3046 people were polled for this survey. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent HappierMe poll of 3,046 respondents on bullying revealed some staggering statistics: ✅ 82% have either witnessed or experienced …

Steve Spencer’s The Odell Buckenflush Chronicles Series Lit Up Times Square with Its Hilarious and Insightful 2nd Editon

OZARK, MO, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Readers buckled up for a literary journey like no other! The Odell Buckenflush Chronicles: 2nd Edition by Steve Spencer returned with a fresh wave of humor, adventure, and life lessons from …

New Bus Service Between Reading, Kutztown, and Philadelphia

TransportAzumah offers new Reading-Kutztown-Philadelphia bus service to replace Amtrak Thruway bus service. READING, PA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amtrak has discontinued its Thruway bus service between Reading and …

Social Story Creator Empowers Educators, Therapists and Caregivers with Personalized Tool for Autistic Learners

AI-powered Social Story Creator helps parents, educators, and therapists instantly create personalized social stories, empowering autistic learners. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Parents, educators, therapists, …

JAG Students Make Their Own Luck Through Financial Literacy

JAG students take control of their futures with financial literacy, proving success isn’t luck—it’s smart choices, planning, and real-world money skills. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arizona JAG (Jobs for …

Explore, Discover, and Record the Natural World with the Little Monsters Universe Nature Journal

This Nature Journal Inspires Little Scientists (Grades 1–5) to Connect with Nature Through Hands-On Exploration BOONTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Inspire curiosity and active learning with the release of Nature …

Carr Legal Group Announces 2025 Scholarship Program to Support Beaufort County High School Seniors

Beaufort County law firm Carr Legal Group highlights distracted driving awareness while empowering future leaders with educational scholarships. BEAUFORT, SC, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carr Legal Group, a personal …

New Podcast 'This is Me' by Kathleen 'Frankie' Francesca to Launch in Spring 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kathleen “Frankie” Francesca, a prominent businesswoman with experience in regenerative medicine and beauty, is preparing to launch her new podcast titled “This is Me.” Known …

A Defining Moment for Global Health: WHO Releases Groundbreaking Patient Blood Management Implementation Guidance

WHO’s new PBM guidance helps optimize blood use, improve patient outcomes, and reduce healthcare costs while addressing risks associated with blood transfusion. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global medical …

ONE-MAN SHOW CONFIDENCE MATTERS! STARRING DW STARR TO PREMIERE MARCH 22nd IN ORLANDO

CONFIDENCE MATTERS! is an interactive, fun, energetic, and mind expanding theatrical play written especially for youth to teach them how to be more confident. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MEDIA ADVISORY …

Coryell Roofing Welcomes Zach Cross to the Team

Zach Cross joins Coryell Roofing, bringing expertise in estimating, project management, and safety to enhance client-focused roofing solutions. WACO, TX, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coryell Roofing is excited to welcome …