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Till, Antolak talked before principal resigned Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:23PMSuperintendent Frank Till Jr. said Tuesday that he met with former Terry Sanford Principal Diane Antolak for nine hours before she submitted her resignation Friday.
Everett women place seventh at NWAACC tourney Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:20PMKENNEWICK — Molly Erven made two free throws with three seconds remaining Tuesday to lift Centralia to a 54-52 win over the Everett Trojans at the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges women’s basketball tournament.
Three legislations to improve higher education standard: Sibal Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:17PMMumbai, Mar 9 : Union Human Resources Development Minister Kapil Sibal today said the UPA government was proposing three legislations to improve the quality of higher education in the country.
Former Darien star hired as Greenwich High School boys lacrosse coach Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:17PMA golden opportunity was knocking at the door, and now it was time for Scott Bulkley to make one of the hardest decisions of his life.
Boston U. Dean’s List Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:17PMBrittney L. Mante of Highland has been named to the Dean’s List at Boston University for the Fall semester. Boston University is the fourth largest independent university in the United States, with an enrollment of more than 29,000 students in its 17 schools and colleges.
Board of Trustees OK tuition hike Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:16PMBy: Jake Hibbard The Board of Trustees voted unanimously Tuesday to increase tuition by 7.5 percent to 9.5 percent for the 2010-2011 academic year....
House Democrats pass tax plan Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:13PMWith the threat of a special session looming, Democratic leaders in the House and Senate will be focusing today on reaching an agreement on how big and how broad of a tax package to put forward this year.
City to benefit from influx of international students Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:04PMLocal politicians and interest groups say they will watch closely to see how the Ontario government's new five-year Open Ontario Plan outlined in the throne speech will translate into benefits when the 2010 provincial budget follows at the end of the month.[...]
Lincoln College hosts a small campus community Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:02PMSOUTHINGTON — Tucked away on Mount Vernon Road, Lincoln College bears little resemblance to larger institutions of higher learning.
To listen to Monday’s throne speech, you’d think everything was ticking along nicely in this province Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:18PMSlap a top hat on his head and Dalton McGuinty could have been a dead ringer for Johnny Depp in Tim Burton’s brilliant 3-D adaptation of Alice in Wonderland.
VCU to hold forums on Cuccinelli opinion Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:14PMAttorney General Ken Cuccinelli has advised public colleges and universities that ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation to rescind their policies because they lack legislative authority to do so. On Tuesday Virginia Commonwealth University will hold four forums at which faculty, staff and students can discuss the attorney general’s opinion.
Calif. Man Accused Of Running Student Visa Ring Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:11PMA California man was charged Monday with operating a ring of illegal test-takers who helped dozens of Middle Eastern nationals obtain U.S. student visas by passing various proficiency and college-placement exams for them, federal authorities said.
VIU falls short in championship Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:07PMFor a while, it looked as though the VIU Mariners might win the provincial championship in their home gym.
Teacher finally has takers for awards Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:07PMMark Welter isn't exactly a household name. But after the Star Tribune published a front-page story about his ill-fated attempts to give away student scholarships, he enjoyed a sudden brush with fame.
Northeast adds Web cam to campus Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:06PMWant to see in real time what is going on at Northeast Alabama Community College? Want to see what the weather is like at the college? Or give a wave to friends or relatives somewhere thousands of miles away?
SD Fights Low College Graduation Rates Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:58PMResearch shows 56 percent of South Dakotans, age 25 to 34, donât have a college degree.
Obama administration: more civil rights enforcement in schools Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:53PMThe Obama administration intends to step up enforcement of civil rights laws that apply to schools. Education Secretary Arne Duncan made the announcement in a speech in Selma, Ala., timed to commemorate the 45th anniversary of civil rights marches there.
Maneuver prevents reconsideration of gay-rights bill Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:44PMA parliamentary maneuver today in the House of Delegates will prevent the General Laws Committee from reconsidering a bill to include gays in the state’s anti-discrimination policy. The maneuver follows an opinion issued last week in which Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli said the state’s public colleges and universities did not have the authority to bar discrimination on the basis of sexual ...
Additional proposed budget cuts pose dire consequences for EGC Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:40PMDespite severe budget cuts over the last three years, East Georgia College has been successful thus far in serving its record-breaking student enrollment without adversely affecting student services. However, if state legislators’ requests for additional budget reductions in FY11 occur, they will significantly impact the institution’s ability to provide its customary level of “education with a ...
Specialist to discuss colleges, disabilities Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:12AMMADISON - Madison High School, 170 Ridgedale Ave., will host a presentation by Elizabeth Hamblet, “Getting College Right: Preparing Students with Disabilities for the College World” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 6, in the Media Center.
Specialist to discuss colleges, disabilities Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:12AMMADISON - Madison High School, 170 Ridgedale Ave., will host a presentation by Elizabeth Hamblet, “Getting College Right: Preparing Students with Disabilities for the College World” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 6, in the Media Center.
St. Lawrence Vikings eliminated in provincial basketball semifinals Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:10AMThe St. Lawrence Vikings men's basketball team's quest for a provincial title came to an end on Friday night. The host Fanshawe Falcons beat the Vikings 67-57 in an Ontario Colleges Athletic Association semifinal in London.[...]
St. Lawrence Vikings eliminated in provincial basketball semifinals Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:10AMThe St. Lawrence Vikings men's basketball team's quest for a provincial title came to an end on Friday night. The host Fanshawe Falcons beat the Vikings 67-57 in an Ontario Colleges Athletic Association semifinal in London.[...]
Va. Attorney General: Colleges Can't Ban Gay Discrimination Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:07AMVirginia's attorney general is advising the state's public colleges to rescind policies that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Va. Attorney General: Colleges Can't Ban Gay Discrimination Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:07AMVirginia's attorney general is advising the state's public colleges to rescind policies that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Michigan community college enrollment rises :LMC, SMC officials say more classes, activities offered. Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:04AMLANSING -- Community colleges are experiencing record enrollments, and those in southwest Michigan are part of the trend, with more students and more academic and career programs.
Michigan community college enrollment rises :LMC, SMC officials say more classes, activities offered. Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:04AMLANSING -- Community colleges are experiencing record enrollments, and those in southwest Michigan are part of the trend, with more students and more academic and career programs.
Chicago Charter School Gets Entire Class Into College Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:58AMChicago's first all male charter public high school gets into college.
Chicago Charter School Gets Entire Class Into College Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:58AMChicago's first all male charter public high school gets into college.
A tradition of giving Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:58AMMIFFLINBURG — Thirty-five years and approximately 2,000 units later, the Mifflinburg Area High School continues to provide the American Red Cross with an important community service.
A tradition of giving Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:58AMMIFFLINBURG — Thirty-five years and approximately 2,000 units later, the Mifflinburg Area High School continues to provide the American Red Cross with an important community service.
Large jump in FSCJ enrollment at Nassau center Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:57AMEnrollment is up significantly at Florida State College at Jacksonville's Nassau County campus, according to a school official. "Last time I looked, it was 27 percent up from last year at this time," said FSCJ Nassau Executive Director Don Hughes.
Large jump in FSCJ enrollment at Nassau center Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:57AMEnrollment is up significantly at Florida State College at Jacksonville's Nassau County campus, according to a school official. "Last time I looked, it was 27 percent up from last year at this time," said FSCJ Nassau Executive Director Don Hughes.
Virginia is for haters Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:50AMVirginia’s new attorney general, a "family values" Republican like the governor, is following in the governor’s footsteps in making it clear that Virgnia is unfriendly to gay people. He’s told the state’s colleges and universities that they have no authority for policies against discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation. (The University of Arkansas, to name [...]
Virginia is for haters Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:50AMVirginia’s new attorney general, a "family values" Republican like the governor, is following in the governor’s footsteps in making it clear that Virgnia is unfriendly to gay people. He’s told the state’s colleges and universities that they have no authority for policies against discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation. (The University of Arkansas, to name [...]
Historian traces origins of USCB to Beaufort College Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:47AMHistorian traces origins of USCB to Beaufort College By Sara Wright A man considered by many to be the foremost expert on SouthCarolinahistoryplucked for celebrants Friday the historical thread connecting the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s recent history to the two-plus centuries-old tale of the first Beaufort College.
Historian traces origins of USCB to Beaufort College Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:47AMHistorian traces origins of USCB to Beaufort College By Sara Wright A man considered by many to be the foremost expert on SouthCarolinahistoryplucked for celebrants Friday the historical thread connecting the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s recent history to the two-plus centuries-old tale of the first Beaufort College.
Cambridge University B&B scheme Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:31AMPlans to provide bed and breakfast accommodation in some of the most historic buildings at Cambridge University are announced.
Cambridge University B&B scheme Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:31AMPlans to provide bed and breakfast accommodation in some of the most historic buildings at Cambridge University are announced.
10 Things Your College Professor Won’t Tell You Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 5:06PMThe most important bits of information from your instructors may be the things left unsaid.
Schwarzenegger meeting focuses on higher ed cuts Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 5:05PMAssociated Press - March 3, 2010 6:04 PM ET SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is meeting with leaders of California's colleges and universities to discuss budget cuts that...
State committee on small business seeks input for legislation Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:59PMBy VIKKI BROUGHTON HODGES The Dispatch The N.C. House Select Committee on Small Business, chaired by Rep. Hugh Holliman, D-Davidson, will hold a meeting with small business owners and bankers Thursday, March 11, at 10 a.m. at the Davidson County Community College Conference Center.
Georgia technical schools bracing for cuts Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:52PMLost programs and lost jobs...budget cuts are hitting local colleges and universities hard. But technical schools also receive help from the state, so what about their future?
Snow days cost Cumberland County students spring break Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:52PMCumberland County students thought they'd have Good Friday, and the week after Easter, for spring break, but they'll be in class instead.
March 3, 2010 Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:50PMPosted: Wednesday, March 3, 2010 5:43 pm | Updated: 5:44 pm, Wed Mar 3, 2010. GORHAM–A first draft released Monday of a proposed administrative restructuring of schools and colleges at the University of Southern Maine is not expected to impact its Gorham campus.
City to Fund Film Training for Minorities Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:49PMThe city is trying to make the local film industry a bit more racially diverse. A new program will use city funding to train people of color for jobs on set, including positions for gaffers, rigger....
City to Close 16 Daycare Programs Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:49PMThis July the city plans to close 16 daycare programs in leased properties where it says rents are too high. The move is supposed to save $16 million by 2012, but parents and daycare workers are fu....
4 local colleges earn service award Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:46PMFour Northeast Wisconsin colleges are among the more than 700 recognized for community service in 2009. Click the headline to read the full story.
College Graduates Jumping Into Tough Job Market Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:43PMAt colleges across the country, career advisers are preaching visibility and connections.
Wong joins big names with win Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:49AMWESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — Oregon sophomore Eugene Wong can now be mentioned in the same sentence with Corey Pavin, Paul Casey and Tiger Woods. Those three PGA veterans each won the USC Invitational as a collegian, which Wong accomplished in record-matching style on Tuesday while leading the Ducks to a …