Latest in A college education still easily beats the alternatives
Sort by
2,664 items
-
Kim Mulkey’s Coaching Style Isn’t For Everyone. But It Still Works.
Some consider the L.S.U. coach’s methods and persona rare in women’s college basketball, but it’s hard to argue with her success.The New York Times - 15h -
Kim Mulkey’s Coaching Style Isn’t For Everyone. But It Still Works.
Some consider the L.S.U. coach’s methods and persona rare in women’s college basketball, but it’s hard to argue with her success.The New York Times - 12h -
There’s nothing elitist about college or university. We should reject that idea | Carlo Invernizzi-Accetti
Higher education institutions continue to function as powerful engines of social mobility. They need more, not less, support. It’s no secret that the Trump administration is not a friend of the ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
3 Charts That Show Students Still Struggle After Covid
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, U.S. students haven’t recovered, and it’s widening inequality in our country. Sarah Mervosh, an education reporter at The New York Times who focuses on K-12 schools, ...The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
Harvard boosts free-tuition offer, matching other Ivy-Plus schools in 'affordability arms race,' expert says
Increasingly, top colleges are expanding financial aid awards to make higher education more accessible.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
UConn star Azzi Fudd to forgo 2025 WNBA Draft for one more season in college
Azzi Fudd believes she still has things to work on at UConn.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
The Authoritarian Endgame on Higher Education
This is a moment to trumpet the strengths of higher education and address its weaknesses.The New York Times - Mar. 15 -
Housing crisis spurs alternatives to building homes, from 3D printing to walls made from hemp
Businesses and lawmakers are trying to address the U.S. affordable housing crisis by turning to alternative ways to build homesABC News - 3d -
For education reform, restore power to the states
President Trump and Linda McMahon, his new Education secretary, are working to return education to states, school districts and families by scaling back the Department of Education and giving ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
In March Madness, the women still have more stars and perhaps more people watching too
The two biggest names in college basketball these days will be playing in the women’s tournament when March Madness gets into full swingABC News - Mar. 18 -
Will Wade's unabashed honesty and transparency is why NC State wants him and why McNeese is still dancing
The most honest coach in college basketball will soon be off to the ACC, but first: a date with Purdue awaits Saturday in the second roundCBS Sports - Mar. 21 -
2025 NFL draft: Pro days schedule for college football prospects
The 2025 NFL combine is over, but draft prospects can still do testing before April's NFL draft at their pro days. Here's the 2025 pro day schedule:Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Errol Morris' new Charles Manson documentary presents alternative theories about killings
Errol Morris' 'Chaos: The Manson Murders' explores alternative theories to the 'Helter Skelter' narrative, including possible government ties to Charles Manson.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 7 -
Steve Kornacki: White men, white women and the gap within the gender gap
College-educated white women and white men without college degrees have come to exist in polar opposite political and cultural universes, each one unrelatable and probably unrecognizable to the other.NBC News - Mar. 18 -
This NFL hopeful was banned by the NCAA in gambling probe -- but could he still have an NFL future?
After a big junior college season, and working with Jon Gruden, ex-Iowa State QB Hunter Dekkers believes he's ready for the NFL.ESPN - 2d -
College basketball rankings: Gonzaga heading to its 26th straight NCAA Tournament after winning WCC title
The Zags removed any doubt about playing in the Big Dance by beating Saint Mary's to win the WCC TournamentCBS Sports - Mar. 12 -
Teachers protest cuts to education funding
Teachers across the country are protesting against federal cuts in education. This comes as President Trump signed an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education. NBC News' Morgan ...NBC News - Mar. 21 -
Sex. Consent. Education.
Sex education is a hotly debated topic in the United States. How, when, and what should kids learn about sex? Only 24 states require sex ed, but none teach it the same way. Experts fear that this ...CBS News - 7h -
Department of Education staff told offices will be closed Wednesday
The email sent to Department of Education staff said offices will be closed "for security reasons."CBS News - Mar. 11 -
Trump signs executive order dismantling the Department of Education
Watch live coverage as President Trump holds an education event at the White House and signs an executive order that could lead to the dismantling of the Department of Education.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
After a Paris Olympics Controversy, Jordan Chiles Rediscovered Herself
A chaotic year featured a whirlwind of flights, appearances, sponsorship obligations and college classes, and still, somehow, room for gymnastics.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Department of Education workforce slashed in half
The Department of Education says more than 2,100 civil service workers will lose their jobs. The department says all of its divisions are impacted by the reduction. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell ...NBC News - Mar. 11 -
WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Odessa College falls to Grayson College
Mar. 13—WACO — The Odessa College women's basketball team was eliminated from the Region V tournament with a 63-57 loss to Grayson College Thursday at McLennan Community College. The Lady Wranglers ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
PHOTO GALLERY: Clarendon College at Odessa College
Mar. 22—The Odessa College baseball team hosted Clarendon College in a Western Junior College Athletic Conference doubleheader Saturday at Wrangler Ballpark. © 2025 the Odessa American (Odessa, ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
PHOTO GALLERY: Western Texas College at Odessa College
Mar. 28—The Odessa College baseball team hosted Western Texas College in a Western Junior College Athletic Conference doubleheader Friday at Wrangler Ballpark. © 2025 the Odessa American (Odessa, ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
USA TODAY Sports has this team beating Florida basketball in the 2025 NCAA Tournament
Florida basketball is heading to the Sweet 16, but some analysts still favor another team to win it all. See who experts are picking over the Gators.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Texas Tech men's hoops trolled Drake with Kendrick Lamar memes after March Madness win
Predictable but still excellent work from Texas Tech's social media team after beating Drake.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Why does Trump want to close the Department of Education?
President Donald Trump is on his way to fulfill another campaign promise of dismantling the Department of Education. The battle over federal involvement in local education is one that’s been ...NBC News - Mar. 16 -
Trump moves against Department of Education: What to know
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to dismantle the Department of Education as much as she can, carving a path of legislative and legal ...The Hill - Mar. 20 -
Morning Report — Trump hails Education Department shrinkage
In today’s issue: The Education Department will be dismantled and give states greater autonomy over education, President Trump vowed during a White House event Thursday intended to showcase a ...The Hill - Mar. 21 -
Trump Cleaves Student Loan and Special Education Services From Education Dept.
President Trump said Friday that he was tasking other government entities with core functions of the Education Department as he moves to dismantle an agency conservatives have long criticized.The New York Times - Mar. 21 -
If Ukraine Loses Starlink, Here Are the Best Alternatives
OneWeb, Project Kuiper, and IRIS2 could all, in time, replace Elon Musk's satellite communications system in Ukraine, but they will struggle to replicate Starlink's coverage and usability.Wired - Mar. 6 -
Democrats’ performative protest exposes the party’s lack of an alternative
The widening divisions within the Democratic Party are now on full display following Trump’s address.The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Barcelona see Lookman as alternative to Nico Williams and Leao
Barcelona are reportedly interested in Atalanta and Nigeria star Ademola Lookman ahead of the summer transfer window, but Hansi Flick’s side have a number of attacking targets in mind, including ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Meloni pitches her alternative peacekeeping plan for Ukraine
Also in this newsletter: Should regional development funds be redeployed for defence?Financial Times - 23h -
Meloni pitches her alternative peacekeeping plan for Ukraine
Also in this newsletter: Should regional development funds be redeployed for defence?Financial Times - 23h -
Education Department cutting nearly 50% of workforce
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Education Department cuts agency that measures student performance
Education Department cuts agency that compiles 'Nation's Report Card' and measures student performance.ABC News - Mar. 13 -
States sue to block dismantling of Education Department
The lawsuit asks a judge to immediately pause the Trump administration's mass firings and declare that the dismantling of the Department of Education unlawful.ABC News - Mar. 13 -
What Happens to Student Loans if the Education Dept. Closes?
The White House released an executive order instructing the secretary of education to begin shutting down the department — but not to cancel your debt.The New York Times - Mar. 21