Final Report on Dubious FAMU Gift Recommends Policy Changes

Florida A&M UniversityFlorida A&M UniversityThe final report is out regarding the controversial $237 million donation to Florida A&M University announced May 4, and it concludes that “senior leadership at the University were deceived by, and allowed themselves to be deceived by, the Donor — Mr. Gregory Gerami.” Mishandling of the dubious gift from Gerami and…

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Report: How States Used Pandemic Relief Funding to Promote Student Well-Being

A new report from EdTrust suggests that state leaders should review their Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) investments to prioritize funding those programs that were successful and would most equitably benefit students. Nancy Duchesneau“Some students, including students of color, students from low-income households, or of LGBTQ+ identity, faced greater mental health challenges during…

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Columbia Journalism School Waives Application Fee

Dr. Jelani CobbStudent prospects now can apply to degree programs in Columbia Journalism School at no cost. The school announced the move as part of its efforts, known as the CJS2030 strategic initiatives, to foster an inclusive media landscape. Dr. Jelani Cobb, dean and Henry R. Luce Professor of Journalism, has described the objective as…

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Beech-side views: a Labour of love?

Sir Keir Starmer has now been UK Prime Minister for a full calendar month and will soon be overtaking Liz Truss’s record-breaking 45-day stint in Number 10. During this time, he has been busy laying the groundwork with his new cabinet for how Labour intends to govern when parliament returns after recess. Laying the foundations…

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How to Choose the Best Psychology Textbook for Your Course

Published: 8/8/2024 Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you’re teaching Psychology for the first time or looking to replace the outdated textbook you’ve been using for years, choosing a title for your course is a big decision — and one that will have a significant impact on your students’ learning outcomes. Ultimately, the best Psychology textbook…

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Adam Janaway, JENZA

Introduce yourself in three words. Positive problem solver. What do you like most about your job? I think, for me, it’s that I do something that I wholeheartedly believe in. Most people have heard of the whole Simon Cynic thing – fulfil your why and you’ll be happy. I think I do that through what…

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GuardMe teams up with Edvisor to offer insurance coverage to students globally

The partnership will give GuardMe a “new sales channel”, as Edvisor’s customers will be provided with GuardMe’s insurance policies in countries where the insurance provider has not previously operated, namely outside Europe and Canada. “This partnership represents a strategic move for GuardMe Europe, allowing us to offer our unparalleled insurance products exclusively through Edvisor’s robust…

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