| Tipoffs: Teachers/Teaching (Weekly-e) Newsletter for Sunday May 24, 2026 ( 186 items ) |
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"Horrifying Misuse of American Tax Dollars" - Lee Calls to Slash UN Agency Employing Hamas Terrorists, Hiding Hostages and Weapons
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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"Horrifying Misuse of American Tax Dollars" - Lee Calls to Slash UN Agency Employing Hamas Terrorists, Hiding Hostages and Weapons
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) joined Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and a large Senate Republican coalition urging President Trump to defund a United Nations (UN) agency employing and aiding Hamas terrorists. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refu
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"We're All Teachers and Learners": Learning for Life Program Enters New Chapter
SWARTHMORE, Pennsylvania, May 19 -- Swarthmore College posted the following news:
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"We're All Teachers and Learners": Learning for Life Program Enters New Chapter
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Learning for Life, Swarthmore's distinctive mutual-learning program, was built on a simple but powerful idea: Everyone on campus has something to teach and something to learn. This year, as the program continues its post-pandemic revival and prepares for a leadership transition, that idea feels newly urgent -and full of poss
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$15 Million Bequest Supports Endowed Chair at UC College of Medicine
CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 20 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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$15 million bequest supports endowed chair at UC College of Medicine
A belief in the art of medicine inspires alumnus George Bemis, Jr., MD
By Julia Mace, julia.mace@uc.edu
As a student and resident at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, George G. Bemis, Jr., MD, Med '64, saw firsthand that medicine was more than a profession for those teaching and leading him. Inspired by their sense of
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'Time is Our Teacher': Class Day at Yale
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 18 -- Yale University issued the following news:
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'Time is our teacher': Class Day at Yale
Drawing on the wisdom of the ancient Greeks, celebrated author Min Jin Lee '90 advised students to adopt a nuanced view of time as they face life's complexities -- and to stay alert for strategic openings.
By Lisa Prevost
From the moment she was invited to address Yale College graduates at this year's annual Class Day celebration, author Min Jin Lee '90 has thought a
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11 UI Students Earn Prestigious Fulbright Awards for 2026-27
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 21 -- The University of Iowa International Programs issued the following news:
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11 UI students earn prestigious Fulbright awards for 2026-27
Eleven University of Iowa students -- all Iowa natives -- have been selected from more than 10,000 applicants nationwide to receive Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards for the 2026-27 academic year.
The recipients will represent the U.S. Department of State around the world, teaching English, serving in community organizatio
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2026 Faculty Awards
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, May 18 -- Bryn Mawr College posted the following news:
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2026 Faculty Awards
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The awards/recognitions/funding below were granted to faculty at the 2024 Commencement Ceremony:
* Selby Hearth, Associate Professor of Geology | The Rosalyn R. Schwartz Teaching Award
* Sebastian Anti, Assistant Professor of Economics | The Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching
* Shiamin Kwa, Professor of East Asian Languages and Cultu
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2026 Faculty Awards recognize excellence in teaching, research and mentorship
GOLDEN, Colorado, May 21 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news:
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2026 Faculty Awards recognize excellence in teaching, research and mentorship
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The Office of Academic Affairs at Colorado School of Mines is proud to announce the winners of the 2025-2026 Faculty Awards for excellence in teaching, research, service and mentorship.
Faculty Excellence Award
The Faculty Excellence Award, which recognizes a tenured or tenure-track faculty member for significant and meritor
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25 Mines faculty members awarded promotion, tenure
GOLDEN, Colorado, May 19 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news:
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25 Mines faculty members awarded promotion, tenure
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The Colorado School of Mines Board of Trustees has awarded promotions and/or tenure to 25 Mines faculty members for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Tenure
* Eric Anderson, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Tenure and Promotion to Associate Professor:
* Mehmet Belviranli, Computer Science
* Nikki Farnsworth, Chemical and Biological Engineering
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5 ways that Rhode Island factored into the American Revolution
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 19 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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5 ways that Rhode Island factored into the American Revolution
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -While Brown University professors Phil Gould and Seth Rockman have co-taught a course titled The American Revolution multiple times over the years, it has felt more relevant than usual this semester as the United States approaches its semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026.
The course explores through primary
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A 140-Year Charge to Serve
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 21 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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A 140-Year Charge to Serve
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Dear Thorobred Family,
This is an auspicious week, marking the 140th anniversary of the founding of Kentucky State University.
On May 18, 1886, the Commonwealth authorized the creation of the State Normal School for Colored Persons, giving the institution a specific public purpose: preparing teachers for Kentucky schools. The language reflected its time, but the goal was
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A Dream Deferred, Not Denied: Robert E. May Jr.'s Journey at Thurgood Marshall School of Law
HOUSTON, Texas, May 18 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news:
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A Dream Deferred, Not Denied: Robert E. May Jr.'s Journey at Thurgood Marshall School of Law
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For newly minted Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University graduate Robert E. May Jr., the path to becoming an attorney was never straightforward. It was shaped by detours, self-doubt, perseverance, faith, and ultimately, community.
With his J.D. in hand, the Karnack, Texas native reflects on a
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A Legacy of Teaching, Scholarship, and Service: Honoring Five Distinguished Faculty Careers
BROOKLYN, New York, May 22 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news:
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A Legacy of Teaching, Scholarship, and Service: Honoring Five Distinguished Faculty Careers
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From left, bottom row: Susan Herman and Aaron Twerski. From left, top row: Dean David D. Meyer, Stacy Caplow, Joel Gora and Maryellen Fullerton.
On May 19, 2026, alumni, colleagues, students, family members, and friends gathered in Feil Hall's Forchelli Conference Center to celebrate the remarkable careers of five di
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AACSB Reaccreditation Affirms Bellarmine's Leadership in High-quality Business Education
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, May 14 -- Bellarmine University issued the following news:
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AACSB reaccreditation affirms Bellarmine's leadership in high-quality business education
Fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide have earned AACSB accreditation
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Bellarmine University's W. Fielding Rubel School of Business has earned reaccreditation from AACSB International, reaffirming its place among the world's leading business schools and demonstrating its ongoing commitment to excellence in bus
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AASL Announces 2026 Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 18 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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AASL Announces 2026 Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning
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The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) has released its annual list of Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning. The Best Digital Tools provide opportunities for school librarians to enhance learning, engage learners, and collaborate with educators. The list can be found at https://www.ala
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Accessibility Education Specialist Helps Every Student Learn and Belong
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 18 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news:
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Accessibility Education Specialist Helps Every Student Learn and Belong
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"TEACHER"
Mollie Kropp recently discovered that word scrawled in her little-kid handwriting in a copy of "My About Me" book from her childhood.
Since 1998, Mollie has lived that dream: first as a teacher for the deaf and hard of hearing (ToDHH) at Woodson High School, now as an educational specialist. Mollie is on a mis
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ACLU Condemns House Passage of Bill Censoring Teachers and Forcibly Outing Transgender Students
NEW YORK, May 20 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release:
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ACLU Condemns House Passage of Bill Censoring Teachers and Forcibly Outing Transgender Students
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WASHINGTON - The American Civil Liberties Union condemned a bill that passed today in the U.S. House of Representatives threatening to censo
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Albuquerque Public Schools: Promising Practices Showcase Highlights Collaboration and Innovation
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 11 -- Albuquerque Public Schools issued the following news:
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Promising Practices Showcase Highlights Collaboration and Innovation
More than 50 schools shared strategies, successes and lessons learned during the district's first-ever Promising Practices Showcase.
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Albuquerque Public Schools educators recently gathered for the district's first-ever Promising Practices Showcase, a collaborative event highlighting the work of school teams participating in the
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Alicia Rueda-Acedo earns Piper Professor Award
ARLINGTON, Texas, May 18 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release:
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Alicia Rueda-Acedo earns Piper Professor Award
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The University of Texas at Arlington's Alicia Rueda-Acedo has received the Piper Professor Award recognizing outstanding college professors across Texas.
Established in 1958 by the San Antonio-based Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation, the award honors 10 professors per academic year for their dedication to the teaching profession and fo
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Allison Elshoff: 2026 Invocation
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 17 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Allison Elshoff: 2026 Invocation
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(Remarks as prepared)
As is our tradition at the University of Notre Dame, let us begin with prayer.
Almighty God, we invite your presence here today. Be with us as we gather together in this
stadium, united as one family of many spiritual and cultural traditions. Under the loving gaze of
Our Blessed Mother, may we celebrate this sacred moment with Christ
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America First Policy Institute Issues Commentary: President Trump's AI Leadership is Winning Support, Allies, and Maybe the Nobel Peace Prize
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following commentary on May 15, 2026, by AI and Emerging Technology fellow Cole Salvador:
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President Trump's AI Leadership is winning support, allies, and maybe the Nobel Peace Prize
This week, President Trump took major steps toward agreements with China on artificial intelligence (AI) guardrails. According to President Trump, he and President Xi Jinping "talked about possibly working together for guardrails" on AI, inc
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And They're Off: Goats Steal the Show at Bluegrass Bock Fest
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 20 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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And They're Off: Goats Steal the Show at Bluegrass Bock Fest
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Derby-inspired races gave festivalgoers a lively look at Kentucky State's small ruminant teaching, research, and outreach
FRANKFORT, Ky. -The week after Kentucky's most famous race, a different kind of field found its stride in Lexington.
Six goats from Kentucky State University's Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm traded
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Animation major embraces 'big deal' as 1 of 3 more MTSU students accepted into JET Program
MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, May 18 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news:
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Animation major embraces 'big deal' as 1 of 3 more MTSU students accepted into JET Program
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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -Middle Tennessee State University's Hannah Middleton, an animation major, is among three students accepted into the competitive Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program this year, an achievement the Murfreesboro resident said fulfills a long-time dream.
"I was surprised, and t
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Associate Dean Daryl Lim moderates EUIPO IP case law panel
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, May 18 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Associate Dean Daryl Lim moderates EUIPO IP case law panel
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Daryl Lim, H. Laddie Montague Jr. Chair in Law, associate dean for research and strategic partnerships, and founding director of the IP Law and Innovation Initiative at Penn State Dickinson Law, will moderate a comparative trademark law panel at the 6th IP Case Law Conference, hosted by the European Union Intelle
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Astronomer returns from Chilean expedition with tales of awe
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, May 21 -- Rowan University posted the following news:
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Astronomer returns from Chilean expedition with tales of awe
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It took Amy Barraclough three days of travel by plane, van, ferry and boat to reach the protected evergreen forests of Chile this spring as part of an outdoor education program.
But when she finally arrived, the Rowan University astronomer discovered a new perspective on her favorite constellation to share with her audiences in South Jersey.
"I
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Augustana College Celebrates Faculty Promotions and Tenure
ROCK ISLAND, Illinois, May 19 -- Augustana College issued the following news:
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Augustana celebrates faculty promotions and tenure
Augustana College is celebrating nine faculty members whose teaching, scholarship and mentorship strengthen the student-centered learning experience. At its annual spring meeting on May 15, the Augustana College Board of Trustees unanimously approved promotion and tenure for the nine faculty members.
Augustana President Andrea Talentino said faculty members
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Ball State's Dr. Renee Twibell Recognized Nationally for Pioneering Contributions to Nursing Science
MUNCIE, Indiana, May 18 -- Ball State University issued the following news release:
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Ball State's Dr. Renee Twibell Recognized Nationally for Pioneering Contributions to Nursing Science
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Dr. Renee Twibell, a Ball State University alumna and associate professor emerita in the University's School of Nursing, has been selected to receive the 2026 Pioneering Spirit Award from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
The national award, one of AACN's Visionary Leadership A
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Boost Your Productivity This Summer with TLTC Workshops
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 19 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Boost Your Productivity This Summer with TLTC Workshops
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The Teaching, Learning and Technology Center (TLTC) is pleased to announce the Summer 2026 Productivity Series, designed to help administrators and staff strengthen everyday technology skills and work more efficiently across campus. Through hands-on, interactive sessions, participants will explore practical uses of Microsoft 365 and Adobe tools
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Catawba College Courses Recognized with Blackboard Exemplary Course Awards
SALISBURY, North Carolina, May 21 -- Catawba College posted the following news:
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Catawba College Courses Recognized with Blackboard Exemplary Course Awards
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Two Catawba College Online courses have been recognized with Blackboard Exemplary Course Program Awards, an international honor recognizing faculty and course designers who create engaging, innovative courses that demonstrate best practices in technology-enhanced teaching and learning.
Dr. Chris Gilbert, instructional designer, a
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Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: Minnesota's Literacy Reform Needs Mississippi's Accountability
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, May 22 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary by policy fellow Catrin Wigfall:
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Minnesota's literacy reform needs Mississippi's accountability
Minnesota's troubling and persistent literacy challenges finally spurred the legislature to act during the 2023 legislative session when the state passed the Reading to Ensure Academic Development (READ) Act.
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Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: Southern Poverty Law Center's Influence on Minnesota Education Must End
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, May 13 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary by policy fellow Catrin Wigfall:
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Southern Poverty Law Center's influence on Minnesota education must end
Last month, a federal grand jury in Montgomery, Ala. indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) on 11 criminal counts -- wire fraud, false statements to a federally insured bank, and conspiracy t
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CEO Dr. Andrew Agwunobi Commends 'World-Class' Workforce During Healthcare Week at UConn Health
STORRS, Connecticut, May 15 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following statement by CEO Andrew C. Agwunobi, executive vice president for health affairs at UConn Health:
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Dear Colleagues,
This week is particularly special for two reasons. First is that it is "Healthcare Week," which runs from May 10-16. This is a time where we at UConn Health thank and recognize all healthcare workers -clinical and nonclinical. The second reason is that this week is the 10th anniversary of the
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Charlie Rogers named 2026 George Nigh Award winner
ADA, Oklahoma, May 18 -- East Central University posted the following news:
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Charlie Rogers named 2026 George Nigh Award winner
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Charlie Rogers was named East Central University's 2026 George Nigh Award winner at the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony, Friday May 15 at the Koi Ishto Stadium.
Rogers graduated with University Honors and a 4.0 GPA, earning a degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry.
During her time at ECU, Rogers served as Pre-Professionals Club President, Tri-Beta
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Clark awards 612 undergraduate degrees to the Class of 2026
WORCESTER, Massachusetts, May 18 -- Clark University posted the following news:
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Clark awards 612 undergraduate degrees to the Class of 2026
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'No one's going to tell you exactly what to do next. But you will always have the ability to choose'
Clark University conferred 612 undergraduate degrees to the Class of 2026.
President David B. Fithian '87 encouraged graduates gathered at the DCU Center in downtown Worcester with family and loved ones to reflect upon their growth and applaud
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CLAS investments continue to support student success at Iowa
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 18 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news:
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CLAS investments continue to support student success at Iowa
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As the University of Iowa reports record levels of student retention and graduation, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) continues to expand advising, curricular, and career readiness efforts that support student success.
In February, the university reported record first-to-second-year retention of
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Columbia Theological Seminary Announces Promotion of Mindy McGarrah Sharp to Full Professor and Celebrates Release of Book
DECATUR, Georgia, May 21 -- The Columbia Theological Seminary issued the following news:
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Columbia Theological Seminary Announces Promotion of Mindy McGarrah Sharp to Full Professor and Celebrates Release of New Book
At its May 7-8, 2026 meeting, the Board of Trustees of Columbia Theological Seminary approved the promotion of Mindy McGarrah Sharp to Professor of Practical Theology and Pastoral Care, recognizing her sustained contributions to teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and leaders
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Committed to Tacoma: Master of Arts in Teaching Graduate Rocio Guevara Perez '23, MAT'26
TACOMA, Washington, May 19 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news:
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Committed to Tacoma: Master of Arts in Teaching Graduate Rocio Guevara Perez '23, MAT'26
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When Rocio Guevara Perez '23, MAT'26 walked through the doors of Lincoln High School in Tacoma, it was a full circle moment. After leaving Lincoln as a high school graduate seven years earlier, she was now returning as a student teacher, completing her internship as part of the University of Puget Sound's Maste
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Committed to Tacoma: Master of Arts in Teaching Graduate Rocio Guevara Perez '23, MAT'26
TACOMA, Washington, May 20 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news:
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Committed to Tacoma: Master of Arts in Teaching Graduate Rocio Guevara Perez '23, MAT'26
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When Rocio Guevara Perez '23, MAT'26 walked through the doors of Lincoln High School in Tacoma, it was a full circle moment. After leaving Lincoln as a high school graduate seven years earlier, she was now returning as a student teacher, completing her internship as part of the University of Puget Sound's Maste
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Congresswoman Lauren Underwood tours campus
DEKALB, Illinois, May 19 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news:
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Congresswoman Lauren Underwood tours campus
Representative Lauren Underwood (IL-14), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, secured $850,000 in Community Project Funding to support updates to childcare spaces and career training at Northern Illinois University. Rep. Underwood met with campus leaders on May 6 to discuss the Education for Parents Project, tour the Child Development and Family Cent
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Congresswoman McDonald Rivet Statement on Protecting Local Schools
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman McDonald Rivet Statement on Protecting Local Schools
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WASHINGTON- Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) released the following statement about her vote on H.R. 2616, which gives the federal government more power to punish and defund local classrooms.
"My husband and I have raised six kids, and whenever they were struggling with something, we would always want
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Cornellians accept Fulbright awards
ITHACA, New York, May 19 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Cornellians accept Fulbright awards
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A new group of 17 students and alumni have accepted Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards this academic year. The 2026-27 Fulbrighters will conduct research, study and teach English in countries around the globe.
Cornell University is a Fulbright Top Producing Institution and has sent over 600 students across the globe as part of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program since the
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Cowley College Celebrates Three Remarkable Retirees and 72 Years of Lasting Impact
ARKANSAS CITY, Kansas, May 20 -- Cowley College issued the following news release:
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Cowley College Celebrates Three Remarkable Retirees and 72 Years of Lasting Impact
Cowley College recently gathered to honor three extraordinary employees whose combined 72 years of service have helped shape the institution and transform the lives of countless students.
This year's retirement celebration recognized LaVaughan Scheurich, Winfield Corrections Facility GED Instructor, retiring after 15 years
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Creative Education Foundation brings Creative Problem Solving Institute back to Buffalo State, June 14-18
BUFFALO, New York, May 18 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release:
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Creative Education Foundation brings Creative Problem Solving Institute back to Buffalo State, June 14-18
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Buffalo State University will once again host the Creative Problem Solving Institute (CPSI), the world's longest - running creativity and innovation conference, on June 14-18, 2026. Presented by the Creative Education Foundation (CEF), CPSI brings together educators, business leaders, nonprof
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CTI Graduate Teaching Fellows program marks its fifteenth year
ITHACA, New York, May 22 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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CTI Graduate Teaching Fellows program marks its fifteenth year
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The professors of the future are in graduate school now, and the Center for Teaching Innovation's Graduate Teaching Fellows program is marking fifteen years of supporting future faculty.
Each year, the program hosts a cohort of graduate teaching fellows as they deepen their teaching practice and support their graduate teaching colleagues across th
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DOE Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory: MatterChat Model Helps AI to 'See' the Language of Science
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news:
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New MatterChat Model Helps AI to 'See' the Language of Science
By Linda Vu
Berkeley Lab researchers developed MatterChat, a versatile AI "bridge model" that translates between specialized physics models and conversational Large Language Models. This provides a powerful new blueprint for integrating complex scientific data directly into LLMs, and was used to accelerate ma
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DOE Office of Environmental Management: Educators Develop Talent to Build America's Energy Future at Portsmouth, Paducah
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management issued the following news release:
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Educators Develop Talent to Build America's Energy Future at Portsmouth, Paducah
LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Two educators in communities near the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Portsmouth, Ohio, and Paducah, Kentucky, locations are maximizing resources to help cultivate the next generation of talent to advance the nation's energy sector and future redevelopment at the DOE sites
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DOEd Issues Information Collection Notice on Announcing National Professional Development Program Competition
WASHINGTON, May 20 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following information collection:
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Professional Development (NPD) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.365Z, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
The NPD program provides grants to public and private nonprofit institutions of hi
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E4E-MN Statement on Senate's Vote to Uphold the Universal Right to Education
NEW YORK, May 12 -- Educators for Excellence, a teacher-led organization that ensures teachers have a leading voice in the policies that impact their students and profession, issued the following statement by Executive Director Paula Cole:
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E4E-MN Statement On Senate's Vote to Uphold the Universal Right to Education
Paula Cole, Executive Director of Educators for Excellence-Minnesota, issued the following statement in response to the Minnesota Senate's passage of SF 3699:
"We applaud th
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East Stroudsburg University Professor Judges National History Competition
EAST STROUDSBURG, Pennsylvania, May 20 -- East Stroudsburg University issued the following news release:
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East Stroudsburg University Professor Judges National History Competition
History's future was at the forefront of a national student competition that featured an East Stroudsburg University faculty member as one of its head judges.
Christopher Brooks, Ph.D., professor of history, served as a head judge during the regional National History Day (NHD) competition on April 25 at the Un
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Elizabeth Rhodes Receives Provost's Distinguished Teaching Award
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 14 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release:
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Elizabeth Rhodes Receives Provost's Distinguished Teaching Award
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"I am grateful for the mentors who have poured into me throughout my career. Paying that forward by teaching and mentoring the next generation of public health researchers and practitioners is one of the greatest joys and privileges."
Elizabeth Rhodes, PhD, assistant professor of global health, was selected
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Endowed Scholarship Established in Honor of McWhorter School of Pharmacy Professor Kim W. Benner
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, May 19 -- Samford University issued the following news release:
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Endowed Scholarship Established in Honor of McWhorter School of Pharmacy Professor Kim W. Benner
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A new endowed scholarship in Samford University's McWhorter School of Pharmacy, established in honor of Kim W. Benner, PharmD '96, will support students who are actively involved in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). Benner serves as professor of pharmacy practice at Samford and as
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ETS Introduces Praxis Steps, the First National Modular Approach to Teacher Licensure Assessment
PRINCETON, New Jersey, May 12 -- Educational Testing Service issued the following news release:
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ETS Introduces Praxis Steps, the First National Modular Approach to Teacher Licensure Assessment
ETS's Praxis program, the leading provider of teacher licensure assessments, announced today the launch of Praxis Steps, a new, modular capability designed to strengthen educator pipelines by offering more flexible ways to progress through licensure testing without sacrificing rigor or lowering st
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ETS Research Institute Awarded Overdeck Grant to Expand Middle School Research for Skills for the Future
PRINCETON, New Jersey, May 14 -- Educational Testing Service issued the following news release:
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ETS Research Institute Awarded Overdeck Grant to Expand Middle School Research for Skills for the Future
The ETS Research Institute today announced it has received a grant from Overdeck Family Foundation to advance research in support of the Skills for the Future (SFF) initiative, a joint effort between ETS and The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The grant will support re
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Faculty Awards Celebrate the Educators Behind Stan State's Transformational Learning
TURLOCK, California, May 20 -- California State University Stanislaus issued the following news:
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Faculty Awards Celebrate the Educators Behind Stan State's Transformational Learning
Honorees Recognized for Excellence in Teaching, Research, Governance, Community Engagement and Faculty Development
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At Stanislaus State, transformational learning experiences begin with faculty members whose teaching, scholarship, mentorship and service shape the lives of students every day.
This year, t
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Faculty excellence in teaching and advising honored with 2026 awards
ITHACA, New York, May 18 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Faculty excellence in teaching and advising honored with 2026 awards
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The College of Arts & Sciences annually honors faculty members for excellence in teaching and advising. Among the faculty members and teaching assistants being recognized for exceptional teaching and mentorship this year are: Nicole Giannella, recipient of the 2026 Robert and Helen Appel Fellowship for Humanists and Social Scientists; Karola M
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Faculty excellence spotlighted at Honors Ceremony and Celebration
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 20 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Faculty excellence spotlighted at Honors Ceremony and Celebration
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Purdue leaders recognized outstanding faculty members and announced the 2026 winners of the university's Morrill, Trailblazer and Faculty Mentor awards during the Office of the Provost's annual Faculty Honors Ceremony and Celebration on May 6.
The Morrill Award was presented to Deborah Knapp -Distinguished Professor of Comparative
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FAMU Entomologist Honored for Advancing Sustainable Pest Management Education Across the South
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 22 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAMU Entomologist Honored for Advancing Sustainable Pest Management Education Across the South
National recognition highlights the growing importance of Integrated Pest Management amid rising pest pressures nationwide
By Deidre Williams
Florida A&M University (FAMU) faculty member Muhammad Haseeb, Ph.D., has received the 2026 Friends of IPM "IPM Ed
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FAU Ranked No. 4 Nationally as Executive Education Provider
BOCA RATON, Florida, May 18 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAU Ranked No. 4 Nationally as Executive Education Provider
By Amber Bonefont
Florida Atlantic University's Executive Education Programs was ranked No. 1 in Florida for the fourth year in a row and No. 4 in the United States for its open enrollment professional development programs by the Financial Times.
The Financial Times establishes the rank
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Florida Auditor General: Leon County District School Board - Florida Education Finance Program - Attestation Examination
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Florida Auditor General released the following report (No. 2026-172) on May 13, 2026, entitled "Leon County District School Board - Florida Education Finance Program - Attestation Examination."
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SUMMARY
SUMMARY OF ATTESTATION EXAMINATION
Except for the material noncompliance described below involving teachers and reporting errors or records that were not properly or accurately prepared or were not available at the time of
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Florida Auditor General: Polk County District School Board - Florida Education Finance Program - Attestation Examination
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Florida Auditor General released the following report (No. 2026-173) on May 15, 2026, entitled "Polk County District School Board - Florida Education Finance Program - Attestation Examination."
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SUMMARY
SUMMARY OF ATTESTATION EXAMINATION
Except for the material noncompliance described below involving teachers and reporting errors or records that were not properly or accurately prepared or were not available at the time of
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Former Pinellas Teacher Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses
TAMPA, Florida, May 21 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release:
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Former Pinellas Teacher Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Child Sexual Abuse Offenses
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Tampa, Florida - Lee Hughes (46, Pinellas Park) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Barber to 20 years in federal prison for attempted transfer of obscene material to a minor, attempted coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity, and r
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Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: Curiosity Isn't Enough
DETROIT, Michigan, May 22 -- The Foundation for Economic Education issued the following commentary by entrepreneur-in-residence Jennie Jones:
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Curiosity Isn't Enough
But control isn't, either.
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In a recent interview, David Bidler, founder of the non-profit Physiology First, asked an important question: Should our brains follow what they are interested in, or what we are told to pay attention to? One could argue that this is the central question that defines the variety of educational
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French professor forges new pathways for students
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 20 -- Mercer University posted the following news:
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French professor forges new pathways for students
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Through her work at Mercer University, Dr. Katherine Roseau equips her students with new opportunities, experiences and possibilities for their future.
An associate professor of French, she was recognized with the 2025-26 Innovations in Teaching Award during the Faculty Awards Ceremony on the Macon campus on April 13. The award recognizes the efforts of a Merce
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From uncertainty to intention: how faculty are shaping AI in the classroom
RENO, Nevada, May 18 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news:
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From uncertainty to intention: how faculty are shaping AI in the classroom
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In classrooms, offices, and panel discussions across campus, faculty are asking questions about AI: ethical implications, how to incorporate it into learning and what role the technology should play in higher education. What has changed over the past year isn't that those questions have been answered. It's that more people are willing
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FSU expert explains how interactive civics education can reconnect younger Americans with Memorial Day
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 19 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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FSU expert explains how interactive civics education can reconnect younger Americans with Memorial Day
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As Memorial Day approaches, recent research shows many younger Americans are disconnected from the holiday's meaning. To help bridge that divide, the Florida State University Institute for Governance and Civics (IGC) is incorporating immersive teaching methods to better engage this audience.
Accord
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Fulbright awards send six Clemson students and alumni abroad
CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 18 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Fulbright awards send six Clemson students and alumni abroad
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An outstanding group of five Clemson University students and one alumna have been selected for Fulbright U.S. Student Program English Teaching Assistant awards, nationally competitive scholarships that support teaching and cultural exchange abroad.
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is designed to increase mutual understanding between the peo
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Governor Spanberger Signs Bipartisan Bills to Support Students, Address Teacher Vacancies Across Virginia
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 19 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Governor Spanberger Signs Bipartisan Bills to Support Students, Address Teacher Vacancies Across Virginia
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HENRICO, VA -Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday signed legislation led by General Assembly members from both parties focused on strengthening schools, addressing teacher shortages, and making sure parents know their kids are receiving a quality education.
At Highland Springs
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Graduate Spotlight: Pauline Wilder
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 22 -- Mercer University posted the following news:
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Graduate Spotlight: Pauline Wilder
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Pauline Wilder graduated from Mercer University's College of Education with a Master of Arts in Teaching in elementary education.
What are your plans after graduation?
My plans are to continue teaching in the Bibb County School District and help shape future leaders who will become lawyers, doctors, judges and whatever else God has in store for them. I want to encourage and
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Growing Leaders From Within: LRSD Launches Innovative Leadership Pipeline Program
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 22 -- Little Rock School District issued the following news:
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Growing Leaders From Within: LRSD Launches Innovative Leadership Pipeline Program
The Little Rock School District is investing in the future of school leadership through its new LRSD L.E.A.D.S. initiative - a bold, hands-on program designed to grow the next generation of principals, assistant principals, and instructional lead teachers from within the District.
L.E.A.D.S. is a selective 10-month pro
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Hayes, Pettersen Introduce Bill to Bolster Child Education Workforce
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Hayes, Pettersen Introduce Bill to Bolster Child Education Workforce
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05 ) and Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) introduced the Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act of 2026, legislation to strengthen teacher preparation programs and better equip educators working with young children.
The bill would require training in early childh
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Heinrich Joins Lujan & Leger Fernandez to Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages, Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
WASHINGTON, May 21 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich Joins Lujan & Leger Fernandez to Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages, Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.) to reintroduce the Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act, legislation that will expand and moderniz
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High-Pressure Field Artillery Creates Bonds Between Soldiers
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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High-Pressure Field Artillery Creates Bonds Between Soldiers
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To most people outside the Army, field artillery is noise, firepower and destruction. The thunder of a howitzer firing can shake the ground beneath a soldier's feet, while the speed and precision required on the gunline can seem almost mechanical.
For soldiers like Army Spc. Joshua Baizer, assigned to 1st Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery
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Honors partnership builds literacy resources for Nebraska
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 19 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
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Honors partnership builds literacy resources for Nebraska
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A new partnership between the University Honors Program and a local nonprofit, Linked2Literacy, has students going beyond studying literacy to building it.
In "Community Impact Lab: Literacy Across Nebraska," an Honors seminar co-taught by Tamy Burnett, director of Honors Program operation, and Hanna Varilek, a graduate teaching assistant in E
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House Ways & Means Subcommittee Sets May 20 Hearing on How Working Families Tax Cuts Delivered for Americans
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Tax issued the following information for a hearing entitled "Your Paycheck, Returned: How the Working Families Tax Cuts Delivered for Americans" at 10 a.m. on May 20, 2026, at 1100 Longworth House Office Building:
Witnesses
* Clark Saunders, Adoptive Parent of Two and Public School Teacher
* Sultan Stipho, Server, Buck and Rider Restaurant
* Darcy Michalek, Owner, Michalek Properties
* Jason Alexander, Mechanical Maintenance Wor
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How Teaching Led to the Tenure Track
NEW YORK, May 22 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center posted the following news:
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How Teaching Led to the Tenure Track
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Growing up the son of Turkish immigrants in Midwood, Brooklyn, Onur Ayaz (Ph.D. '26, English ) heard the same words again and again: "School is work," his father would say. "It's your job." Now, as a tenure-track English professor at Mercer County Community College, Ayaz has made school his life's work.
The first in his family to graduate from high sch
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HPU Hosts Artificial Intelligence Summit for Faculty
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, May 19 -- High Point University issued the following news release:
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HPU Hosts Artificial Intelligence Summit for Faculty
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High Point University (r) faculty members returned to the classroom for a one-day, forward-thinking summit focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence in higher education.
HPU's Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL) and the Office of Academic Affairs hosted the summit called "AI For Extraordinary Education" on M
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I'll take Northeastern for $400. Rose Sloan takes on 'Jeopardy!'
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 18 -- Northeastern University issued the following news:
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I'll take Northeastern for $400. Rose Sloan takes on 'Jeopardy!'
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I'll take Northeastern professors for $400. Rose Sloan takes on 'Jeopardy!'
Rose Sloan, who teaches computer science at Northeastern University, will appear on an upcoming episode of the legendary game show.
by Cody Mello-Klein May 18, 2026
As a professor, Rose Sloan is used to being in front of an audience. But on Tuesday, Sloan w
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IDS welcomes Prime Minister of Sri Lanka to mark 60th anniversary
BRIGHTON, England, May 20 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Institute of Development Studies, an organization that conducts research, learning and teaching that aims to transform the knowledge, action and leadership needed for equitable and sustainable development globally, posted the following news:
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IDS welcomes Prime Minister of Sri Lanka to mark 60th anniversary
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The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) welcomed the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr Harini Amarasuriya, yesterday to cele
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Ill. Auditor General: 'Illinois Math & Science Academy -- Compliance Examination'
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Illinois Auditor General issued the following report involving Illinois Math & Science Academy -- Compliance Examination.
Here are excerpts:
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REPORT DIGEST
ILLINOIS MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE ACADEMY COMPLIANCE EXAMINATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025 Release Date: May 5, 2026 FINDINGS THIS AUDIT: 5
CATEGORY: NEW -- REPEAT - TOTAL Category 1: 0 -- 0 -- 0
Category 2: 2 -- 3 -- 5
Category 3: 0 -- 0 -- 0
TOTAL: 2 -- 3 -- 5
FINDINGS
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Ill. Auditor General: 'Illinois Math & Science Academy -- Financial Audit'
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Illinois Auditor General issued the following report involving Illinois Math & Science Academy -- Financial Audit.
Here are excerpts:
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REPORT DIGEST
ILLINOIS MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE ACADEMY FINANCIAL AUDIT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025 Release Date: May 5, 2026 FINDINGS THIS AUDIT: 0 CATEGORY: NEW -- REPEAT - TOTAL FINDINGS LAST AUDIT: 1 State of Illinois, Office of the Auditor General
FRANK J. MAUTINO, AUDITOR GENERAL To obtain a copy
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Illinois Policy Institute: Today - Chicago Teachers Union Members to Vote on $800 Dues Hike, Banning Member Lawsuits
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 21 -- The Illinois Policy Institute issued the following news release on May 20, 2026:
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TODAY: Chicago Teachers Union members to vote on $800 dues hike, banning member lawsuits
Illinois Policy Institute experts available to comment
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Members of the Chicago Teachers Union begin voting today on a proposed dues increase that could cost some members up to $800 more per year and a proposal limiting members' ability to sue the union for violating their rights, accordin
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Institute for Justice: San Francisco Retiree Fights Against the IRS's Excessive Fine That Will Drain His Life Savings
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 19 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release:
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San Francisco Retiree Fights Against the IRS's Excessive Fine that Will Drain His Life Savings
SAN FRANCISCO--The IRS wants to take most of the life savings of Tuncay Saydam, an 88-year-old retired professor. More than $400,000. Not because Tuncay did not pay his taxes, but because he did not fill out a one-page form. A form he didn't even know about. This past winter, a district court in Califor
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IU McKinney Celebrates Retiring Law Library Director Miriam Murphy
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 19 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release:
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IU McKinney Celebrates Retiring Law Library Director Miriam Murphy
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Miriam Murphy, director of the Ruth Lilly Law Library and senior lecturer in law at IU McKinney, has announced that she will retire at the end of the spring 2026 semester. Murphy joined the law school faculty in 2000.
Murphy was responsible for the creation of the 1L hands-on legal research classes. She p
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IU Northwest Names Andrae Marak, Ph.D., as New Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
GARY, Indiana, May 20 -- The Indiana University Northwest campus issued the following news:
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IU Northwest names Andrae Marak, Ph.D., as new Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Indiana University Northwest has named Dr. Andrae Marak as its Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. He will begin his appointment on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Marak comes to IU Northwest with decades of leadership and teaching experience at various higher education institutions across the country
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John B. Veihmeyer: 2026 Citation for Laetare Medalist Timothy P. Shriver
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 17 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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John B. Veihmeyer: 2026 Citation for Laetare Medalist Timothy P. Shriver
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Sir,
From your earliest days, you have embodied what it means to truly see and honor the dignity in every human being.
Growing up, you were witness to the founding of Special Olympics by your mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, and the devotion to public service embodied by your father, Robert Sargent S
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Justin Solomon appointed associate dean of engineering education
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 19 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Justin Solomon appointed associate dean of engineering education
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Justin Solomon, associate professor in the MIT Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), has been appointed associate dean of engineering education in the MIT School of Engineering, effective July 1.
In this new role, Solomon will focus on advancing innovation in engineering education across
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Larsen Announces Winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Larsen Announces Winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition
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Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced Olivia Hamm of Oak Harbor High School as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition in Washington state's 2nd congressional district with her piece, "Sleepy."
"It takes courage to put yourself out there as a young artist, and I want to thank all the artists who submit
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Law Faculty Member, Double Alumnus Commits $1.2 Million to Case Western Reserve University
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 18 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news:
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Law faculty member, double alumnus commits $1.2 million to Case Western Reserve University
Gift from Bob Rapp will establish distinguished lecturer position in the School of Law
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Longtime faculty member Bob Rapp (ADL '69, LAW '72) has committed $1.2 million to Case Western Reserve University School of Law to establish the Robert N. Rapp Distinguished Lecturer in Business and Securities Law Fund. The
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Learning Policy Institute: 'Teacher Certification in Texas: District Strategies to Recruit and Retain a Credentialed Workforce'
PALO ALTO, California, May 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Learning Policy Institute issued the following research brief on April 17, 2026 by Susan Kemper Patrick, Chazz Higginbotham, Ryan Saunders, Tiffany S. Tan and Steve Wojcikiewicz entitled "Teacher Certification in Texas: District Strategies to Recruit and Retain a Credentialed Workforce."
Here is the summary:
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Texas faces persistently high teacher attrition and declining enrollment in university-based preparation programs. Between 2019-20 and
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Little Rock School District Names Chadwick Lewis Assistant Director of Athletics
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 20 -- Little Rock School District issued the following news:
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Little Rock School District Names Chadwick Lewis Assistant Director of Athletics
The Little Rock School District is proud to announce the appointment of Chadwick Lewis as Assistant Director of Athletics for the 2026-2027 school year.
Coach Lewis brings 19 years of experience in education, coaching, and leadership to his new role. Throughout his career, he has taught mathematics at every level, rangi
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Logan Receives UW Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 20 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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Logan Receives UW Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
Barbara "Bunny" Logan, assistant professor of history at the University of Wyoming, brings history to life in the classroom through a dynamic teaching style that students consistently describe as engaging and entertaining.
Those accolades, among many others, have resulted in Logan being named one of 10 recipients of the 2026 John P. Ellbogen M
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Longtime NPS Faculty Member Jeff Kline Retires Leaving Impactful Legacy on NPS, U.S. Navy
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The Naval Postgraduate School issued the following news:
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Longtime NPS Faculty Member Jeff Kline Retires Leaving Impactful Legacy on NPS, U.S. Navy
By MCSA Zadi Watkins, NPS Public Affairs
MONTEREY, Calif. - In an era of intensifying competition and rapid innovation, the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) serves as a critical link between advanced education and the operational demands of the U.S. Department of the Navy.
One of NPS' most powerful forces in keeping tha
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LRSD and Jefferson Elementary Welcome New Leader for Upcoming School Year
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 20 -- Little Rock School District issued the following news:
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LRSD and Jefferson Elementary Welcome New Leader for Upcoming School Year
The Little Rock School District is proud to announce the selection of veteran educator and school leader Carol Skiba as the new principal of Jefferson Elementary School. Skiba will officially assume the role following the retirement of longtime principal Sandra Register, whose years of dedicated service and leadership have left
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) reintroduced the Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act, legislation that would expand and modernize the
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) reintroduced the Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act, legislation that would expand and modernize the
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
WASHINGTON, May 21 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) reintroduced the Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act, legislation that would expand and modernize the
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Leger Fernandez, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation to Address Educator Shortages and Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Educators
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) reintroduced the Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act, legislation that would expand and modernize the
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Marian University faculty recognized for leadership, scholarship, and academic excellence
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 22 -- Marian University posted the following news:
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Marian University faculty recognized for leadership, scholarship, and academic excellence
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Several faculty members at Marian University's Tom and Julie Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine have recently earned significant professional milestones, reflecting their commitment to teaching, scholarship, service, and student success.
Among those recognized is Dr. Sarah Zahl, who has been promoted to Clinical As
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Martin Soros: 2026 Valedictory Address
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 17 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Martin Soros: 2026 Valedictory Address
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Distinguished guests, faculty, staff, friends, family, and above all, fellow classmates, welcome! What a joy it is to be with you today. I'd like to start by saying thank you. To our friends and family, for supporting us every step of the way. To our professors, for teaching us, challenging us, and pretending not to notice when we fell
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McGraw-Hill Education Issues Commentary: Building Human Intelligence in the Age of AI: The Lesson of the Last Mile
NEW YORK, May 11 -- McGraw-Hill Education issued the following commentary by President and CEO Philip Moyer:
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Building Human Intelligence in the Age of AI: The Lesson of the Last Mile
New McGraw Hill CEO shares a vision for AI's role in education in the future
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When I stepped into my role as President and CEO of McGraw Hill in February, it was not the first time I'd been asked if I was worried about the impact of AI on learning.
As AI adoption accelerates across industries, conversat
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Meet Your Next AGA President: Dr. Byron L. Cryer
BETHESDA, Maryland, May 21 -- The American Gastroenterological Association issued the following news:
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Meet your next AGA president: Dr. Byron L. Cryer
Get to know AGA's new president, a renowned clinician-scientist and longtime leader in GI.
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Byron L. Cryer, MD, AGAF, has officially begun his term as the 121st president of the AGA Institute. Dr. Cryer serves as chair of internal medicine at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas and professor of medicine at Texas A&M University S
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Merrill Scholars honor mentors who inspired them
ITHACA, New York, May 20 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Merrill Scholars honor mentors who inspired them
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Senior Carolina Aguilera-Garza's journey to Cornell began in Paul Gaba's classroom. It was there that one of the top scholars at the College of Arts and Sciences honed her debate skills, shaped her passion for politics and found her voice.
"As someone who wants to be a public servant and be an advocate, not only did you help me find my voice, but you helped me
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Minnesota Celebrates Successful Deployments of Electric School Buses and Announces a New Founding Round
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 21 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news on May 20, 2026:
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Minnesota Celebrates Successful Deployments of Electric School Buses and Announces a New Founding Round
By Delaney Dixon, NASEO
In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature set aside $13 million for the establishment of an Electric School Bus Grant Program to support school districts with the purchase of electric school buses for both long-term cost savings and reduced air
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MIT Senior Sandu Bridges Scientific Research With Strong Commitment to Teaching and Community
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 22 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Learning to teach, learning to discover
MIT senior Nik Sandu bridges scientific research with a strong commitment to teaching and community.
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Nik Sandu points to a graph on the whiteboard in a seventh-grade science class. "According to the graph, what is the energy of the ball?" she asks, gently waving a hand to settle the room's twitchy energy. "Voices are off."
A student raise
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Mural painted by Miami University students celebrated as a collaborative effort with Public Arts Commission of Oxford and Duke Energy
OXFORD, Ohio, May 19 -- Miami University posted the following news:
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Mural painted by Miami University students celebrated as a collaborative effort with Public Arts Commission of Oxford and Duke Energy
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Videography by Cameron Johnson
The completion of the first phase of a mural in Oxford was celebrated May 14, with Miami University, city, and Duke Energy officials applauding the collaborative effort to beautify a long wall outside a substation.
The mural along Spring Street was de
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N.C. State: Teaching With Food Boosts Preschoolers' Science Knowledge and Vocabulary
RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 19 (TNSjou) -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release:
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Teaching with Food Boosts Preschoolers' Science Knowledge and Vocabulary
Using food in the classroom can help preschoolers learn more about science and increase their vocabulary skills, according to new research from North Carolina State University and East Carolina University.
It also might get preschoolers to taste, or at least touch, the green vegetables on their dinner pla
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National CHANGE Initiative Supports NCCU Faculty Development and Student Success
DURHAM, North Carolina, May 20 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news:
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National CHANGE Initiative Supports NCCU Faculty Development and Student Success
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North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is one of nine historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU) selected to join the Community for HBCU Advancement Through Networked Growth and Excellence (CHANGE) initiative. The national program is led by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) in partnership wit
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National Science Teaching Association: Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Announces 2026 Grand-Prize Winners
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 13 -- The National Science Teaching Association issued the following news release with Shell USA Inc.:
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Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Announces 2026 Grand-Prize Winners
Shell USA Inc. and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) today announced the grand-prize winners in the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge. The competition encouraged K-12 teachers who have found innovative ways to deliver quality lab experiences using limited school and labora
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Neag School Honors Faculty and Staff With 2026 Annual Awards
STORRS, Connecticut, May 20 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Neag School Honors Faculty and Staff With 2026 Annual Awards
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The Neag School of Education honored several faculty and staff on May 1 with its annual awards recognizing research, teaching, and service. In March, the Neag School's Dean's Office solicited nominations from current students, faculty, and staff and presented the awards at the end-of-year School Meeting. The 2026 award recipients are:
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Netanyahu's Secret Visit to UAE Amid War
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Netanyahu's Secret Visit to UAE Amid War
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WASHINGTON (May 18, 2026) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secretly visited the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to strengthen ties with a Gulf nation. Netanyahu met with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, with a discussion that led to "a historic breakthrough in relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates," according to the office of N
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Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship: Coalition of Entrepreneurship Education Organizations Announces New Name and Mission to Empower Future Innovators
NEW YORK, May 14 -- The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship issued the following news:
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The Coalition of Entrepreneurship Education Organizations Announces New Name and Mission to Empower Future Innovators
Today the Coalition of Entrepreneurship Education Organizations, pioneered by the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), unveiled its updated name and mission, reflecting a renewed commitment to equipping learners of all ages with the skills and mindset to thrive in an innovat
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New AI Partnership and Innovation Hub poised to transform the UF College of Pharmacy
GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 20 -- The University of Florida posted the following news:
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New AI Partnership and Innovation Hub poised to transform the UF College of Pharmacy
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A new artificial intelligence hub at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy will centralize the college's diverse AI efforts, positioning UF as a national leader in pharmacy AI through research, clinical collaboration and services.
This initiative is spearheaded by Khoa Nguyen, Pharm.D., a clinical associate
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New Executive Director of the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex Named
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, May 18 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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New Executive Director of the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex Named
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Western Kentucky University has appointed Dr. Christina Noel as Executive Director of the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex (CEC). Dr. Noel, a Professor in the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, brings over 20 years of experience working with individuals with autism and complex support needs across s
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New Jersey City University's AFT Local 1839 Announces Second Major Gift to Support Faculty and Staff Research and Academic Initiatives
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, May 22 -- New Jersey City University issued the following news:
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New Jersey City University's AFT Local 1839 Announces Second Major Gift to Support Faculty and Staff Research and Academic Initiatives
New Jersey City University (NJCU) announced today that AFT Local 1839, the American Federation of Teachers local union representing NJCU faculty, professional staff, and librarians, has authorized a $25,000 restricted gift to the NJCU Foundation to support faculty re
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Oakton Seniors Turn Passion Into Purpose Through STEM, Service, and Storytelling
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 22 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news:
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Oakton Seniors Turn Passion Into Purpose Through STEM, Service, and Storytelling
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As graduation approaches at Oakton High School, seniors Jovina Arulandu (above, left) and Victoria Yu (above, right) have already made a lasting impression in Fairfax County and beyond.
Through their nonprofit organization, ImagineHere, the longtime friends have combined their passions for medicine, engineering,
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OneCornell health educators conference inspires teaching excellence across disciplines
ITHACA, New York, May 21 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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OneCornell health educators conference inspires teaching excellence across disciplines
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More than 150 educators gathered in-person and virtually May 16-17 at Weill Cornell Medicine for the OneCornell Health Educators Conference. The inaugural event, titled: "From Assessment to Feedback: Closing the Loop in Clinical Education in the Health Professions," convened educators and students from medicine, veterinary me
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OSU-CHS Announces Roger Hardesty Endowed Chair in Clinical Neuroscience
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 22 -- Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences issued the following news:
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OSU-CHS announces Roger Hardesty Endowed Chair in Clinical Neuroscience
A generous gift from The Hardesty Family Foundation will help ensure critical research on addiction continues at OSU Center for Health Sciences.
The $2 million gift establishes the Roger Hardesty Endowed Chair in Clinical Neuroscience and Kyle Simmons, Ph.D., has been named the inaugural endowed chair, pe
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Penn State Schuylkill Names Director of Co-op and Career Services
SCHUYKILL HAVEN, Pennsylvania, May 19 -- Pennsylvania State University Schuykill Campus issued the following news:
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Penn State Schuylkill names new director of co-op and career services
Penn State Schuylkill has announced the appointment of Cierra Abrachinsky as the campus' new director of cooperative education and career services starting June 1.
Abrachinsky brings experience in workforce engagement, relationship development, higher education and community outreach to the role. She mos
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Penn State-Schuykill: Faculty Research Series Explores Bone Growth and Regeneration
SCHUYKILL HAVEN, Pennsylvania, May 21 -- Pennsylvania State University Schuykill Campus issued the following news:
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Faculty Research Series explores bone growth and regeneration
Editor's note: Penn State Schuylkill's Faculty Research Series offers faculty members the opportunity to share and discuss their current research and creative projects with the campus community. The seminars are held monthly throughout the academic year. For more stories like this, visit Faculty Research Series.
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Penn State-Scranton: Student Writing Tutors Attend Mid-Atlantic Writing Center Association Conference
DUNMORE, Pennsylvania, May 21 -- Pennsylvania State University's Scranton campus issued the following news:
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Student writing tutors attend Mid-Atlantic Writing Center Association Conference
This spring, a group of student peer writing tutors from the campus' Writing Center attended the annual Mid-Atlantic Writing Center Association (MAWCA) Conference at Coppin State University in Baltimore, Maryland. This year's theme for the conference was "Cities that Write: Place, Space and Writing Ce
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Pinnacle Presentation: Aaron Setterdahl, professor of chemistry
NEW ALBANY, Indiana, May 20 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news:
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Pinnacle Presentation: Aaron Setterdahl, professor of chemistry
By Steven Krolak
Dr. Aaron Setterdahl, professor of chemistry, delivered a Pinnacle Presentation touching on his unusual career path and research interests to members of the IU Southeast community.
Revered on campus for his popular beer chemistry class, Setterdahl's low-key demeanor and gentle humor belie a restless curiosity a
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Pomona College: Seven Faculty Members Win Wig Award for Excellence in Teaching
CLAREMONT, California, May 22 -- Pomona College issued the following news:
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Seven Faculty Members Win Wig Award for Excellence in Teaching
Seven Pomona faculty members received the 2026 Wig Distinguished Professor Award at Commencement on May 17 for their excellence in teaching, commitment to students, and service to the College and the community.
Presented annually since 1955, the Wig Award is the highest honor bestowed on Pomona faculty. Recipients are elected by juniors and seniors a
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Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia to speak on scholarship at AALS New Teachers Workshop
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, May 22 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia to speak on scholarship at AALS New Teachers Workshop
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UNIVERSITY PARK, PA-On June 6, 2026, Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia will join Stephen Vladeck, professor of law at Georgetown University Law Center; Michele Goodwin, Linda D. & Timothy J. O'Neill Professor of Constitutional Law and Global Health Policy at Georgetown University Law
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Promotions, Tenure Earned by ATU Faculty Members
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, May 21 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news:
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Promotions, Tenure Earned by ATU Faculty Members
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Sixteen members of the Arkansas Tech University faculty were promoted and 13 ATU faculty members were granted tenure by the ATU Board of Trustees during its meeting on Thursday, May 21.
ATU faculty members who wished to apply for promotion and/or tenure submitted portfolios to their respective department heads in January. Portfolio reviews were cond
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Purdue Trustees: President Chiang to depart for Northwestern University presidency
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 18 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Purdue Trustees: President Chiang to depart for Northwestern University presidency
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Purdue University's Board of Trustees on Monday (May 18) announced that President Mung Chiang has informed them that he has accepted an offer to become president of Northwestern University, a role he will assume on July 1.
Purdue First Lady Dr. YingKei Hui also will have the position of internal medicine physicia
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Reason Foundation Issues Commentary: No, New York Doesn't Have a Public Employee Recruitment and Retention Crisis
LOS ANGELES, California, May 16 -- The Reason Foundation issued the following commentary by Managing Director of Government Finance Mariana Trujillo:
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No, New York doesn't have a public employee recruitment and retention crisis
The state's 2012 pension reform saved its taxpayers $80 billion. Supporters of a rollback point to a recruitment problem--but the data show there isn't one.
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New York's unions have put their full weight behind the "Fix Tier 6" campaign, which calls for reversi
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Rep. John McGuire applauds passage of the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act
WASHINGTON, May 21 -- Rep. John McGuire, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Rep. John McGuire applauds passage of the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Following the passage of the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act, Representative John McGuire issued the below statement.
"Parents have every right to know what their children are being taught in school, and that should not include radical gender ideology," said Rep. John McGui
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Reps. Pettersen, Hayes Introduce Bill to Bolster Child Education Workforce
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Pettersen, Hayes Introduce Bill to Bolster Child Education Workforce
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Jahana Hayes (CT-05) introduced the Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act of 2026, legislation to strengthen teacher preparation programs and better equip educators working with young children.
The bill would require training in early childhood developm
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Research and Recognition: Internal Medicine Residents Shine at the American College of Physicians Maryland Chapter's Annual Resident Scientific Meeting, Hosted by Ascension Saint Agnes
WASHINGTON, May 22 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release:
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Research and Recognition: Internal Medicine Residents Shine at the American College of Physicians Maryland Chapter's Annual Resident Scientific Meeting, Hosted by Ascension Saint Agnes
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On Thursday, May 7, internal medicine residents and faculty from across Maryland gathered at Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital for the 44th annual American College of Physicia
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Rochester Institute of Technology: Dimah Dera and Students to Develop Trustworthy AI Through NSF CAREER Award
ROCHESTER, New York, May 20 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
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Dimah Dera and students to develop trustworthy AI through NSF CAREER Award
AI is transforming nearly every industry, and RIT's Frederick and Anna B. Wiedman II Professor Dimah Dera is working to develop adaptable and trustworthy models that support different intelligent sensing technologies. She recently earned a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award to support her research and e
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Sam Houston State University: THECB Grant Helps Address Critical Nursing Shortage in Texas
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, May 21 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news:
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THECB Grant Helps Address Critical Nursing Shortage in Texas
Sam Houston State University's School of Nursing School and four Houston-area hospitals have developed and are scaling up a unique and promising teaching model that could help ease the critical nursing shortage facing Texas.
The program, Shared Nursing Academic Practice Partnership Initiative (SNAPPI), tackles the statewide nursing shortage b
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School of Social Work Faculty Honored for Teaching Innovation
STORRS, Connecticut, May 18 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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School of Social Work Faculty Honored for Teaching Innovation
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Social work asks people to stay present in the most complex and challenging moments. That requires more than knowledge or technical skill-it calls for the capacity to stay grounded, connected, and responsive in the face of pain, conflict, and uncertainty. At the UConn School of Social Work, Associate Professor Caitlin Elsaesser helps st
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Sean E. Walker Appointed Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
FULLERTON, California, May 21 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news:
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Sean E. Walker Appointed Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Sean E. Walker was appointed provost and vice president for academic affairs at Cal State Fullerton, effective May 21.
Walker has been a dedicated member of the campus community for over 20 years, and was named deputy provost in 2024. Prior to that role, he served as associate dean of the College of Natural
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Seismic Activity: This Engineering Professor is Using AI to Make the World a Safer Place
LOGAN, Utah, May 19 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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Seismic Activity: This Engineering Professor is Using AI to Make the World a Safer Place
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Disruptive technology, seismic concerns and a national issue of aging infrastructure. Mohsen Zaker Esteghamati isn't just addressing these challenges; he is integrating artificial intelligence to prepare the next generation of engineers. His effort hasn't gone unnoticed.
" We used to have this more traditional way of doing
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Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Sets May 20 Hearing on Meeting Individual Needs of All Students
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following information for a hearing entitled "Meeting the Individual Needs of All Students: The Role of Charter Schools" at 10 a.m. on May 20, 2026, at 430 Dirksen Senate Office Building:
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* Debbie Vaughn, Development Director, Lakes and Bridges Charter School, Easley, SC
* Moranda Jackson, Teacher Assistant, GEO Prep Mid City, Baton Rouge, LA
* Jennifer Coco, Esq., Interim Executive Director
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SFA's JacksTeach Program Names Second Science Teacher Fellow
NACOGDOCHES, Texas, May 22 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news:
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SFA's JacksTeach program names second science teacher fellow
Following the successful launch of its educator support initiative last year, Stephen F. Austin State University's JacksTeach program has named alumna Amy Calhoun, chemistry teacher at Sabine High School in Gladewater, as the recipient of the second annual JacksTeach Science Teacher Fellowship.
The fellowship, which recognizes exceptio
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South Dakota Mines Research Team Works with First Graders to Create New STEM Toys
RAPID CITY, South Dakota, May 20 -- The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology issued the following news release:
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South Dakota Mines Research Team Works with First Graders to Create New STEM Toys
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When it comes to designing new, effective learning tools, the best ideas come directly from the people who will use them most - especially when those users are curious, candid and creative first graders.
A new initiative at South Dakota Mines is reimagining how young children learn en
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SSHAP resources support response to Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
BRIGHTON, England, May 20 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Institute of Development Studies, an organization that conducts research, learning and teaching that aims to transform the knowledge, action and leadership needed for equitable and sustainable development globally, posted the following news:
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SSHAP resources support response to Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has determined that the current Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo vir
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STAND UP AMERICA: TRUMP REACHES IRS SETTLEMENT WITH HIMSELF, FLEECING TAXPAYERS OUT OF $1.7 BILLION IN THE PROCESS
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Stand Up America, an organization was born in 2016 as a digital-first grassroots community working to resist what they say is Donald Trump's corruption, racism and his threats to democracy, issued the following news release on May 18, 2026:
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TRUMP REACHES IRS SETTLEMENT WITH HIMSELF, FLEECING TAXPAYERS OUT OF $1.7 BILLION IN THE PROCESS
Today, Donald Trump, the Treasury Department, and the Internal Revenue Service reached a settlement in Trump v. IRS. Trump dropped
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Student Fulbright Scholars Help Lehigh Reach Record Number of Recipients
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, May 21 -- Lehigh University issued the following news:
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Student Fulbright Scholars Help Lehigh Reach Record Number of Recipients
Two student recipients and an alternate, along with nine faculty scholars, set a Lehigh record for a single academic year.
Story by Stephen Gross
Lehigh continues its extensive and committed history with the Fulbright Scholarship program as two students have been named recipients of the award for the 2026-27 academic year while another
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Student-led oral history project with Class of 1976 alumni documents Brown at the U.S. bicentennial
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 21 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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Student-led oral history project with Class of 1976 alumni documents Brown at the U.S. bicentennial
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -When Jill Grigsby was a Brown University student in the 1970s, headlines included the landmark Roe v. Wade case, the Watergate scandal and the end of the Vietnam War. She and her classmates felt the impacts of those historic events reverberate throughout campus.
Fifty
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Students experience history outside of the classroom at Penn State Altoona
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 18 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Students experience history outside of the classroom at Penn State Altoona
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ALTOONA, Pa. -Throughout the spring 2026 semester, students in the Penn State Altoona class History 144: The World at War had the opportunity to experience the history of the Second World War outside of the traditional classroom setting.
The course is taught by Jared Frederick, associate teaching professor of hi
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SUNY Potsdam Opens Fully Online Pathway to Careers in Special Education, With Virtual MST Program
POTSDAM, New York, May 20 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus issued the following news:
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SUNY Potsdam Opens New Fully Online Pathway to Careers in Special Education, with Virtual MST Program
SUNY Potsdam is expanding access to careers in special education with the launch of a new fully online Master of Science in Teaching degree in inclusive and special education, designed for individuals from a wide range of academic backgrounds.
Designed for both career changers and r
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Susan Herman: Promoter of Civil Liberties, Future Lawyers, and the Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
BROOKLYN, New York, May 18 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news:
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Susan Herman: Promoter of Civil Liberties, Future Lawyers, and the Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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Professor Susan Herman is one of five professors retiring after this spring semester. To share a memory or to send greetings to Professor Herman, please send an email to communications@brooklaw.edu with the subject line " Professor Herman Retirement." She would love to hear from her former students and colleagues
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Syracuse University: Dennis Sola Named Harry Der Boghosian Fellow for 2026-27
SYRACUSE, New York, May 18 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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Dennis Sola Named Harry der Boghosian Fellow for 2026-27
The year-long architecture residency, established in 2015 in memory of Harry der Boghosian '54, supports emerging creatives in developing design research.
Julie Sharkey
The School of Architecture has announced that architect Dennis Sola is the Harry der Boghosian Fellow for 2026-27. Sola will succeed current fellow, Tiffany Xu and become the eleventh fe
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Syracuse University: Newhouse Public Relations Programs Earn Top National Honors From PRSA
SYRACUSE, New York, May 21 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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Newhouse Public Relations Programs Earn Top National Honors from PRSA
The public relations programs at the University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications have been recognized as the best in the country by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
The Newhouse undergraduate and graduate public relations programs each received prestigious Silver Anvil Awards during the PRSA Anvil Awards on May
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Taggart Receives UW Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 19 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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Taggart Receives UW Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
Colleagues and students agree Breezy Taggart, the University of Wyoming's associate dean of the Honors College, has a knack for interdisciplinary teaching and an ability to positively impact students.
Taggart's qualities as a teacher include curiosity and passion; respect for her students; an ability to inspire students; and a commitment to
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Teaching the Whole Child: Student Mental Health and Well-Being
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 19 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news:
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Teaching the Whole Child: Student Mental Health and Well-Being
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Fairfax County Public Schools not only provides students with opportunities for academic growth and excellence, but our staff also realizes that students can not learn their best when they do not feel their best. Goal 2 of the Strategic Plan focuses on student health and well-being so that students can feel like they are safe, they
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Texas A&M Engineering: Chemical Engineering Head Earns Risk Analysis Honor
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 20 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Chemical engineering head earns risk analysis honor
Dr. Faisal Khan has been recognized with the Ayyub-Wiechel Risk Analysis Award for his impactful contributions to risk, reliability and engineering safety through research, teaching and leadership.
By Raven Wuebker, Contributor
Dr. Faisal Khan, head of the chemical engineering department at Texas A&M University, has received
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The Case Against Brian Fitzpatrick
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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The Case Against Brian Fitzpatrick
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"Brian Fitzpatrick first ran for Congress promising he would be independent-minded, but now has sold Bucks and Montgomery County families out to the highest bidder. Fitzpatrick has changed and shown that when push comes to shove, he will fall in line with Donald Trump and his billionaire donors as Pennsylvania families pay the price. While Fitzpa
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Theresa Austin Co-edits New Book, 'Towards Building Anti-Racist Communities: A Focus on Intersectionalities'
AMHERST, Massachusetts, May 18 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news:
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Theresa Austin Co-edits New Book, 'Towards Building Anti-Racist Communities: A Focus on Intersectionalities'
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Theresa Austin, professor of critical educational linguistics in the College of Education's language, literacy and culture concentration, has co-edited a new book released this month, " Towards Building Anti-Racist Communities: A Focus on Intersectionalities."
The book, published by C
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Thoro10 Framework Takes Statewide Stage at Pedagogicon 2026
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 21 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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Thoro10 Framework Takes Statewide Stage at Pedagogicon 2026
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Faculty members shared how Kentucky State is embedding essential skills into curriculum, assessment, and student career readiness.
FRANKFORT, Ky. -Kentucky State University faculty helped bring Thoro10 into a statewide conversation on how colleges can connect classroom learning, student engagement, and workforce preparation.
The Universit
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Three Ursinus Professors Earn Top Faculty Awards
COLLEGEVILLE, Pennsylvania, May 20 -- Ursinus College issued the following news:
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Three Ursinus Professors Earn Top Faculty Awards
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Three faculty members have received awards for excellence in mentoring, teaching, and scholarly achievement. Recognized during an awards presentation earlier this month, each honoree will wear a medal during commencement symbolizing their achievement and contributions to the college community.
"Faculty play an integral role in shaping the student experie
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Timothy M. McGeary Named ARL Member Representative to CNI Steering Committee
WASHINGTON, May 19 [Category: Libraries] -- The Association of Research Libraries issued the following news:
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Timothy M. McGeary Named ARL Member Representative to CNI Steering Committee
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Timothy M. McGeary (16LFP Fellow) has been appointed as the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) member representative to the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI) Steering Committee for the 2026-2029 term.
Tim McGeary is the university librarian and Andrew H. and Janet Dayton Neilly Dean of L
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Troy University hosts 2026 Association for Computing Machinery Southeast Conference
TROY, Alabama, May 21 -- Troy University issued the following news:
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Troy University hosts 2026 Association for Computing Machinery Southeast Conference
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From April 23-25, Troy University's Department of Computer Science welcomed researchers, educators and students from across the country for the 2026 ACM Southeast Conference. One of the longest-running regional conferences affiliated with the Association for Computing Machinery Southeast Conference, ACMSE brought together more than 50
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UA Little Rock Alum Uses Closet of 300 Costumes to Inspire Students
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 22 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news:
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UA Little Rock Alum Uses Closet of 300 Costumes to Inspire Students
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A 2015 University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumnus was awarded the Educator Recognition Award by the Arkansans for Gifted and Talented Education (AGATE) in February.
April Blackburn, longtime K-12 GT teacher for East End School District in Bigelow, Ark., was recognized for her significant contributions to GT
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UA Little Rock Teacher Residents Celebrate Match Day, Begin Journey Into Arkansas Classrooms
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 19 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news:
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UA Little Rock Teacher Residents Celebrate Match Day, Begin Journey Into Arkansas Classrooms
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Six UA Little Rock students learned where they will complete year-long teaching residencies during the 2026-27 academic year and are eager to begin working alongside mentor teachers in Central Arkansas classrooms.
Students in the Trojan Teacher Residency Program celebrated Match Day wit
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UC Davis Opens Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation
DAVIS, California, May 21 -- The University of California Davis posted the following news:
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UC Davis Opens Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation
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The University of California, Davis, celebrated the grand opening of the Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation, a state-of-the-art facility designed to transform agricultural research, teaching and outreach while accelerating solutions to the world's most pressing challenges in food systems and sustainability.
Made possible by phi
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UH Faculty Honored for Excellence in Teaching and Research
HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 19 -- The University of Hawaii issued the following news release:
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UH faculty honored for excellence in teaching and research
University of Hawaii faculty received top awards for their excellence in teaching and engagement and groundbreaking research.
Fifteen UH faculty members from across the state have been awarded the Regents' Medal for Excellence in Teaching, and three received the Regents' Medal for Excellence in Research.
In addition, six UH teachers have be
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UNI Professor Awarded $30,000 Grant to Launch Statewide Religious Studies Initiative
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, May 20 -- The University of Northern Iowa issued the following news release:
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UNI professor awarded $30,000 grant to launch statewide religious studies initiative
A new statewide effort to strengthen and reimagine religious studies education in Iowa is taking shape at the University of Northern Iowa. Cara Burnidge, associate professor of religion, recently received a $30,000 grant from the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion to establish Co
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University of California-Irvine Law Professor Stoever Testifies Before House Judiciary Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement released the following testimony by Jane Stoever, law professor at the University of California-Irvine, from a May 14, 2026, hearing entitled "Fairfax County, Virginia: The Dangerous Consequences of Sanctuary Policies." Stoever is also the director of the Law Domestic Violence Clinic, Initiative to End Family Violence, and co-chair of the Orange County Domestic Violence Death Review Team.
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University of Iowa College of Education Partners to Develop Mental Health Training for First Responders
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 19 -- The University of Iowa College of Education issued the following news:
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College of Education partners to develop mental health training for first responders
First responders across the country are facing rising levels of stress, trauma exposure, and burnout, and the University of Iowa College of Education has been tapped to help lead a national effort to advance mental wellness for fire service, EMS, and law enforcement professionals.
College of Education Dea
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University of Iowa College of Education: ESHR, Learning Sciences and Educational Psychology Innovator Kathy Schuh Set to Retire
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 20 -- The University of Iowa College of Education issued the following news:
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ESHR, Learning Sciences and Educational Psychology innovator Kathy Schuh set to retire
Kathy Schuh, a professor of Learning Sciences and Educational Psychology and director of the Education Studies and Human Relations (ESHR) major, is retiring after more than 25 years of service to the University of Iowa and College of Education.
Working in higher education is something Schuh was initiall
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University of Iowa College of Education: Foley-Nicpon, King Receive Collegiate Teaching Awards for Excellence in Education
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 19 -- The University of Iowa College of Education issued the following news:
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Foley-Nicpon, King receive Collegiate Teaching Awards for excellence in education
The University of Iowa College of Education has recognized Megan Foley-Nicpon and Seth King as recipients of the 2025-26 Collegiate Teaching Award, the college's highest honor for exemplary teaching and mentorship.
The award recognizes faculty who demonstrate excellence in instruction, innovation in curriculu
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University of Michigan-Dearborn: Method That's More Than Scientific
DEARBORN, Michigan, May 18 -- The University of Michigan Dearborn Campus issued the following news:
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A method that's more than scientific
Students in Professor of Education Chris Burke's Community-Based Education and Social Justice course help a middle school class deepen their interest in science through hands-on exploration.
Sitting with a group of students around a classroom table, UM-Dearborn junior Aidan Asher discusses which native plants would be good for a pollinator garden, the
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University of Northern Colorado: Bears Go Global - Student Receives Prestigious Fulbright Award
GREELEY, Colorado, May 19 -- The University of Northern Colorado issued the following news:
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Bears Go Global - Student Receives Prestigious Fulbright Award
Through her recognition as a Fulbright grantee, graduate Camryn Luksa will serve as a cultural ambassador on a global scale
Written by Duard Headley
For Camryn Luksa, the road to receiving a Fulbright grant started with a little white lie.
Luksa, a European Languages major with an emphasis in German, graduated this spring. Now tha
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University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee: Khalilah Caines is Expanding Social Work Education Beyond Borders
SARASOTA, Florida, May 13 -- The University of South Florida's Sarasota-Manatee campus issued the following news:
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Khalilah Caines is expanding social work education beyond borders
School of Social Work Assistant Professor of Instruction Khalilah Caines, PhD, LCSW, is helping students expand their understanding of global social issues -- without ever leaving the classroom.
Through USF's Virtual Global Exchange Academy, Caines is developing an international collaboration that will connec
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UNMC, UNK Celebrate Opening of Rural Health Education Complex
OMAHA, Nebraska, May 14 -- The University of Nebraska Medical Center issued the following news release:
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UNMC, UNK celebrate opening of rural health education complex
The University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska at Kearney today (May 14) formally celebrated the opening of the Douglas A. Kristensen Rural Health Education Complex in Kearney, the largest rural healthcare teaching facility in the country, and reaffirmed the university's commitment to strengthening
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USU Libraries Employee Receives Conference of Intermountain Archivists Mentor Award
LOGAN, Utah, May 18 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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USU Libraries Employee Receives Conference of Intermountain Archivists Mentor Award
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LOGAN -Dan Davis, photograph curator and instruction coordinator for Special Collections & Archives at Utah State University Libraries, has received the Conference of Intermountain Archivists Mentor Award, an honor recognizing dedication to mentoring students and emerging professionals in the archival field.
The CIMA Mentor Awar
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UT San Antonio alumna teaches in Spain through Fulbright scholarship opportunity
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 19 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news:
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UT San Antonio alumna teaches in Spain through Fulbright scholarship opportunity
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Alana Schwartz '25 has long been drawn to the connections that surface when people look past their differences and toward a shared understanding. That curiosity now plays out in a classroom in northwest Spain.
Schwartz, a UT San Antonio alumna and former Top Scholar who earned her bachelor's degree in anthropol
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UTA tackling Texas computer science teacher shortage
ARLINGTON, Texas, May 21 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release:
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UTA tackling Texas computer science teacher shortage
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The University of Texas at Arlington has joined a statewide program to help address the urgent need for K-12 teachers with computer science certification in Texas.
The WeTeach_CS Secondary Certification Preparation Hub provides training for teachers to implement computer science education in their classrooms. The program is ope
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UW Business Lecturer Livingston Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 20 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW Business Lecturer Livingston Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
Creative, effective teaching approaches and a genuine concern for his students are among the trademarks of University of Wyoming College of Business Assistant Lecturer Greg Livingston, his colleagues and former students say.
In fact, says Assistant Professor Molly Burchett, those characteristics are cited regularly in st
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UW's Abdelaty Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 19 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW's Abdelaty Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
Ahmed Abdelaty's students say he is a teacher they will never forget. According to one of those students, he is "the best of what a university professor can be" -- a consensus that resonates across feedback from students and faculty alike, praising Abdelaty as a challenging but fair teacher, dedicated to student success on a personal level
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UW's Bourque Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 19 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW's Bourque Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
When new students interested in the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources begin their journey at the University of Wyoming, Maggie Bourque is often the first person they will meet via the Saddle Up orientation program.
Bourque, a senior lecturer in the Haub School, is one of 10 recipients of the 2026 John P. Ellbogen Meritorious
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UW's Elshehabi Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 19 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW's Elshehabi Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
Tawfik Elshehabi's commitment to refining his teaching practice runs as deep as the wells that are the subject of his professional expertise.
Elshehabi, a University of Wyoming assistant professor of energy and petroleum engineering, is among 10 recipients of this year's John P. Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award, established
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UW's Grana Receives John P. Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 20 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW's Grana Receives John P. Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
Despite his status as an internationally recognized expert in his field, Dario Grana is hailed by students, alumni and colleagues alike as a truly down-to-earth teacher who invests deeply in his students.
This is one of the many reasons Grana has been named as a recipient of the 2026 John P. Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Aw
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UW's Ingwerson-Niemann Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 20 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW's Ingwerson-Niemann Receives Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
For more than a decade, Jennifer "Jenny" Ingwerson-Niemann, a senior lecturer in the University of Wyoming's Department of Animal Science, has served as UW's only equine science instructor.
For her dedication to hands-on education and the UW community, Ingwerson-Niemann is among 10 recipients of the John P. Ellbogen Meritorious C
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UWG Spring Commencement Highlights the Power of Collective Support
CARROLLTON, Georgia, May 16 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news:
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UWG Spring Commencement Highlights the Power of Collective Support
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Commencements at the University of West Georgia are part ceremony and part reunion of the community that helped shape the graduating class - faculty who mentored, families who encouraged, classmates who became confidants and neighbors who opened doors.
As students crossed the stage this spring, they carried with them not only th
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VA SEA recognized as a premier science education program
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 21 -- William and Mary issued the following news:
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VA SEA recognized as a premier science education program
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The following story originally appeared on the website for W&M's Batten School & VIMS. - Ed.
Days before hosting their ninth annual Lesson Plan Expo, organizers at the Virginia Scientists & Educators Alliance (VA SEA) learned some exciting news: Their dedicated effort to improve K-12 marine science education in the Commonwealth had not merely been n
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Vandermeade Receives UW Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 19 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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Vandermeade Receives UW Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award
Samantha Vandermeade, an assistant professor in the Department of American Cultural Studies at the University of Wyoming, is known by her students for her engaging classes and compassionate approach to teaching.
Those accolades and others have resulted in Vandermeade being named one of 10 recipients of the 2026 John P. Ellbogen Meritorio
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VCU: Class of 2026 - Neha Veeramalla Keeps Psychology and Mentorship at Front of Mind
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 20 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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Class of 2026: Neha Veeramalla keeps psychology and mentorship at front of mind
Veeramalla's well-rounded undergraduate research experience included studies related to substance use, spinal cord injury patients, and pregnant and postpartum women.
By Haley Tenore
In high school, Neha Veeramalla discovered an academic path forward in a familiar way. At Virginia Commonwealth University, she extended
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Virginia Board of Education Meeting Summary: April 22-23, 2026
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 20 -- The Virginia Department of Education issued the following news release:
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Virginia Board of Education Meeting Summary: April 22-23, 2026
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The Virginia Board of Education met on April 22-23, 2026, at the Library of Virginia.
The Board approved regulatory actions regarding special education and teacher licensure that were required to comply with legislative directives and approved a Guidelines for Notification and Reporting of Communicable Diseases in Licen
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Virginia Native American Ancestor Remains at Princeton, N.J., Linked to Six Tribal Nations
WASHINGTON, May 20 (TNSFR) -- Princeton University, New Jersey, has completed an inventory of Native American human remains connected to a 1907 expedition in Virginia and identified cultural affiliations with six Tribal nations, according to a Federal Register notice published by the National Park Service.
The notice states that the remains represent at least one Native American individual and that no associated funerary objects were identified. Princeton University said the remains were remove
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WilmerHale Trial Team Featured in Litigation Daily for Innovative Use of Demonstrative Exhibits
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- WilmerHale, a law firm, issued the following news:
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WilmerHale Trial Team Featured in Litigation Daily for Innovative Use of Demonstrative Exhibits
Litigation Daily recently featured WilmerHale partners Joseph Mueller, Sarah Frazier and Louis Tompros for their strategic and creative use of demonstrative exhibits in a successful patent trial defense for Cisco Systems Inc. in the Eastern District of Texas.
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"Creative, outside the box demonstratives are terrifi
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WKU Celebrates Kentucky Teachers with Annual Distinguished Educator Awards
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, May 19 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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WKU Celebrates Kentucky Teachers with Annual Distinguished Educator Awards
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WKU's College of Education and Behavioral Sciences (CEBS) has announced the winners of its 6th annual Distinguished Educator Awards, a program dedicated to honoring the exceptional P-12 teachers who form the backbone of the state's education system. Through these awards, WKU reinforces its commitment to recognizing the ha
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WKU Launches INSIGHT Summer STEM Innovation Program for K-12 Teachers
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, May 22 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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WKU Launches INSIGHT Summer STEM Innovation Program for K-12 Teachers
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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Western Kentucky University will host INSIGHT, its inaugural five-day STEM teacher professional development camp, June 1-5, 2026.
The project meets the growing demand for STEM teacher development, particularly in rural and under-resourced school communities, by equipping educators to translate emerging t
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Wofford College Celebrates 172nd Commencement, Awards 453 Degrees and Four Honorary Doctorates
SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, May 19 -- Wofford College issued the following news:
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Commencement 2026
Wofford College holds 172nd Commencement
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Wofford College awarded 453 baccalaureate degrees during the 172nd Commencement Exercises on Sunday, May 17.
Dr. Nayef H. Samhat, the 11th president of Wofford College, delivered the keynote address to those gathered on the lawn of Main Building.
Honorary degree, teaching and service awards
The college conferred honorary degrees on four indi
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