The Jamaican Cabinet has approved 832 new positions at the state-owned University of Technology. Education Minister Fayval Williams applauded the decision, stating it will provide staff structure certainty. She also lauded the university’s significant contribution to national development and the labor market.
Bayero University Kano Vice Chancellor Sagir expressed concern about the high level of graduate unemployment in Nigeria and the perception of some graduates as “unemployable” by certain industries.
This comes as Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University achieves its goal of having 40.4 percent of its incoming class consist of underrepresented minority or underserved students by the start of the 2022-2023 academic year. The accomplishment aligns with the university’s commitment to increasing representational diversity, and cultural competency and addressing critical societal issues impacting humanity and equity.
As the number of international students worldwide increases, the findings underline the need for universities to prioritize the mental health of this group.
Imperial College London’s “Creative Thinking” online specialization has reached a significant milestone of enrolling 400,000 learners since its launch in 2018. This achievement aligns with the rising prominence of creative thinking in various fields, particularly highlighted by the creative industries’ contribution to the U.K. economy.
The U.S. Department of Education has initiated a civil rights investigation into Harvard University’s legacy admissions policies following a complaint alleging racial discrimination. The complaint was filed by Black and Latino community groups in New England who argued that these policies disproportionately favor white students. The probe follows last month’s Supreme Court ruling that abolished the use of affirmative action in college admissions.
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling against affirmative action, New York colleges are under pressure to end legacy admissions, a practice critics argue favors the wealthy. The practice faces legal challenges and potential state legislation, while some institutions maintain that legacy status does not impact admissions.
Gerardo Ochoa, Linfield’s Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success, suggested the Supreme Court decision will not significantly alter their practices. He stressed that the institution would continue to comply with the ruling while maintaining its focus on diversity and community representation.
The partnership offers an immersive, flexible, and innovative education experience via the College of Legal Practice’s online learning platform. The program integrates critical areas of legal practice, including international arbitration and litigation, corporate governance, and UAE and DIFC Employment Law.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged G20 members to leverage technology to improve global education, referring to it as an “equalizer” with the potential to expand access and prepare for future needs. He emphasized the integration of technology with learning and the improvement of the e-learning experience.
Esteemed education thought leader Professor Sarah Todd, renowned for her role as the former President of the Asia Pacific Association for International Education and Vice President – Global at Griffith University, has been appointed as the chairperson for Eduverse Summit 2023.
The remarks stemmed from a recent proposal from Dutch Education Minister Robbert Dijkgraaf to make Dutch the main language of instruction in educational programs, with only limited exceptions.
International student applications are continuing to rise, with 89 percent of U.S. colleges and universities reporting that 2023-24 applications have either increased or remained the same compared to the previous year. This trend reflects a strong international interest in U.S. higher education, further validating the global appeal of American universities.
Bayero University Kano Vice Chancellor Sagir expressed concern about the high level of graduate unemployment in Nigeria and the perception of some graduates as “unemployable” by certain industries.
This comes as Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University achieves its goal of having 40.4 percent of its incoming class consist of underrepresented minority or underserved students by the start of the 2022-2023 academic year. The accomplishment aligns with the university’s commitment to increasing representational diversity, and cultural competency and addressing critical societal issues impacting humanity and equity.
As the number of international students worldwide increases, the findings underline the need for universities to prioritize the mental health of this group.
Imperial College London’s “Creative Thinking” online specialization has reached a significant milestone of enrolling 400,000 learners since its launch in 2018. This achievement aligns with the rising prominence of creative thinking in various fields, particularly highlighted by the creative industries’ contribution to the U.K. economy.
The U.S. Department of Education has initiated a civil rights investigation into Harvard University’s legacy admissions policies following a complaint alleging racial discrimination. The complaint was filed by Black and Latino community groups in New England who argued that these policies disproportionately favor white students. The probe follows last month’s Supreme Court ruling that abolished the use of affirmative action in college admissions.
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling against affirmative action, New York colleges are under pressure to end legacy admissions, a practice critics argue favors the wealthy. The practice faces legal challenges and potential state legislation, while some institutions maintain that legacy status does not impact admissions.
Gerardo Ochoa, Linfield’s Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success, suggested the Supreme Court decision will not significantly alter their practices. He stressed that the institution would continue to comply with the ruling while maintaining its focus on diversity and community representation.
The partnership offers an immersive, flexible, and innovative education experience via the College of Legal Practice’s online learning platform. The program integrates critical areas of legal practice, including international arbitration and litigation, corporate governance, and UAE and DIFC Employment Law.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged G20 members to leverage technology to improve global education, referring to it as an “equalizer” with the potential to expand access and prepare for future needs. He emphasized the integration of technology with learning and the improvement of the e-learning experience.
Esteemed education thought leader Professor Sarah Todd, renowned for her role as the former President of the Asia Pacific Association for International Education and Vice President – Global at Griffith University, has been appointed as the chairperson for Eduverse Summit 2023.
The remarks stemmed from a recent proposal from Dutch Education Minister Robbert Dijkgraaf to make Dutch the main language of instruction in educational programs, with only limited exceptions.
International student applications are continuing to rise, with 89 percent of U.S. colleges and universities reporting that 2023-24 applications have either increased or remained the same compared to the previous year. This trend reflects a strong international interest in U.S. higher education, further validating the global appeal of American universities.
