The Education Department targets “deceptive” loans from Ashford University President Biden’s administration canceled the student loan debt of 261,000 borrowers who attended Ashford University, a majority online school…
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House Passes Bill to Protect Women and Girls in Sports
The measure had also passed the chamber in the previous Congress. The House of Representatives passed the Protection of Women and Girls Act this week. The measure would…
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Supreme Court to Review Biden’s Student Loan Fraud Forgiveness
Texas organization argues that the administration’s rule change makes it too easy for students to file a borrower defense claim. The Supreme Court agreed to review the Fifth…
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Labor Department Awards $65 Million to Critical Energy Training Programs
18 colleges in 14 states receive funding for manufacturing and IT training. The Department of Labor has awarded 18 colleges $65 million in grant funding, supporting their workforce…
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Stop Campus Hazing Law Signed by President Biden
The bill requires disclosure of sorority and fraternity hazing. President Joe Biden signed the Stop Campus Hazing Act into law, authorizing the first federal law requiring greater transparency…
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USDA Expands Tribal Education Programs and Investments
$5 million in grants, Tribal fellowships, and scholarship programs are intended to increase the next generation of agricultural leaders. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced…
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Education Secretary Announces $19 Million for Hispanic-Serving Institutions
Funding will strengthen research facilities in Florida, Illinois, Texas, and Puerto Rico. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona recently announced $19 million in grants for Hispanic-Serving Institutions, timing his…
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Federal Judge Again Blocks Student Loan Cancellation
He granted an injunction after a multi-state lawsuit. U.S. District Judge Matthew Schelp temporarily halted President Biden’s latest student loan cancellation plan following a request by six other…
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$28 Million Invested in Teacher Quality Partnership Program
Education Department funding will support teacher development and retention in high-need communities. The Department of Education announced that more than $28 million will be distributed through the Teacher…
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First Lady and Defense Secretary Visit Alabama Air Force Base
The duo highlighted the programs that improve military quality of life and childhood education. First Lady Jill Biden and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visited a pre-kindergarten program on…
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