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Science Under Siege: How Trump's Second Term is Shaking Up Research

December 18, 2025

In the past, science policy didn't grab many headlines. But now, it's front and center. President Donald Trump's second term has brought big changes to how the U. S. supports science. This shift is causing a lot of tension between the government and scientists. Trump's team has a clear plan. They w

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A Generous Gift to Fight Cancer

December 17, 2025

The Knight family has made a huge donation to fight cancer. They gave $2 billion to the Oregon Health & Science University's Knight Cancer Institute. This is a lot of money. It is more than double the second-biggest donation this year. Warren Buffett gave $746. 7 million to his foundation. That is a

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Georgia Universities Take a Risk with New Accreditor

December 16, 2025

Two universities in Georgia have decided to join a new accreditation group. This group is still being tested. The Commission for Public Higher Education (CPHE) is trying to get approval from the U. S. Department of Education. It needs to show it can handle accrediting schools first. Columbus State

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College Costs Creep Up in 2025

December 15, 2025

College expenses went up by 3. 6% in the 2025 fiscal year. This is a small increase from the 3. 4% rise in 2024, but less than the 4. 0% jump in 2023, when schools were dealing with the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Higher Education Price Index (HEPI) tracks these costs. It looks at the a

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Smart Ways to Navigate College and Beyond

December 1, 2025

College life can be tricky, but some books from 2025 offer great advice to help students and educators. "Hacking College" talks about how students can make the most of their college experience by focusing on their interests and not just their major. It's like a guide to making college work for you,

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Pharmacy Leaders: A Journey of Growth and Change

November 30, 2025

The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) launched the Academic Leadership Fellows Program (ALFP) back in 2005. This wasn't just another program. It was a response to a real need. The academy and the pharmacy profession were facing big challenges. They needed leaders who could step up

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Alabama's Higher Education Scene: A Closer Look

November 29, 2025

Alabama is home to a wide range of colleges and universities. This includes public and private institutions, as well as historically Black colleges and universities. The state boasts over 60 higher education institutions. The average acceptance rate across all of these schools is about 71%. The cos

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Utah's Higher Education: Building a Stronger Future

November 25, 2025

Utah's higher education system is making big moves to prepare students for the future. The Utah Board of Higher Education has been working hard to make college more affordable and accessible. They are also focusing on programs that will help students get good jobs after graduation. One of the bigge

technology

Bridging the Gap: How Schools Can Keep Up with AI

November 25, 2025

AI is everywhere, changing how we work and create. But most people struggle to use it well. Nine out of ten workers use AI, but many give up because they lack skills or trust in the tools. Even when companies use AI, only a few see real benefits. AI is growing fast, and schools are struggling to ke

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Why College Approval Matters

November 24, 2025

College approval, or accreditation, is a big deal. It’s like a stamp of approval that says a college meets certain standards. Without it, students can’t get federal aid like grants or loans. Recently, things have changed. Six Southern states decided to create their own approval group. This move has