Education
Why are law schools denying Black and Mexican American students?
January 20, 2010The number of African American and Mexican American students admitted to law schools has decreased in the last 15 years, according to a recent study by a Columbia Law School professor.
Read moreTeacher leader calls for new evaluation system
January 19, 2010The head of the American Federation of Teachers has called for revamping teacher evaluation, including defining teacher competence and providing mentoring and support.
Read moreKeep Cesar Chavez in Texas textbooks, UFW urges
January 11, 2010The United Farm Workers of America is urging supporters to stop the Texas state Board of Education from eliminating Cesar Chavez and other historic Latino leaders from public school textbooks.
Read moreProtests continue vs. cuts in Calif.’s public higher education
December 17, 2009Despite looming finals and the oncoming holidays, students, staff and faculty at California's public colleges and universities continue to protest.
Read morePell Grant program faces $18 billion shortfall
December 10, 2009The unexpected rising enrollment of college students has created an $18 billion shortfall in the Pell Grant program.
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