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McDonald’s is reducing prices by about 15% on select Extra Value Meal combos to attract customers facing economic pressure. The initiative includes promotional meals priced as low as $5 for a...

House Republicans proposed a 15% reduction in the U.S. Department of Education’s 2026 budget, advancing many of Donald Trump’s spending cut priorities. The proposed bill retains the maximum Pell...

Recent surveys report that about one-third of college students feel significant stress-related mental health challenges on campus, with many citing peer dynamics as a root cause. Students of color...

As AI tools become ubiquitous in academic environments, institutions and instructors grapple with how to integrate or regulate their use. Some universities provide model syllabus language guiding...

Masters in Management programs, which require no prior work experience, are seeing application surges as new graduates seek employability amidst a tight job market. Meanwhile, fellowships, such as...

House Republicans have proposed a 15% cut to the U.S. Department of Education’s 2026 budget, aligning with President Trump's deep funding reduction plans. This includes slashing key student aid...

Saint Augustine’s University, an HBCU in North Carolina, saw the resignation of interim president Marcus H. Burgess after 18 turbulent months marked by accreditation threats and governance...

Generative AI tools are rapidly integrating into education and workplace environments. Leading business schools like Northwestern Kellogg and Rutgers Business School have launched new courses and...

The University of Chicago announced plans to cut $100 million in costs, including 100-150 staff layoffs and suspended admissions for numerous graduate programs, citing ongoing deficits exacerbated...

Trump administration immigration policies have contributed to a sharp drop in international student enrollment at U.S. universities, causing financial strain on institutions reliant on overseas...

A new survey from The Steve Fund reveals that one-third of traditional college-age students feel highly stressed about mental health, with increased reports of campuses being less welcoming and...

Virginia Democrats blocked 14 of Governor Youngkin’s university board appointments, citing concerns about politicization in higher education governance. Ohio State University implemented a ban on...

Educators are adopting creative assessment methods such as fact sheets, memes, and podcasts to foster creativity and counteract academic integrity risks posed by AI. Professor Regan A.R. Gurung...

Markets showed sharp declines driven by concerns over tariffs and mounting national debt, affecting sectors including tech and education. Bond yields rose amid fears of rising government debt...

MBA program tuition has surged, with 21 of the top 25 U.S. business schools charging $100,000 or more annually, intensifying concerns about affordability. Meanwhile, innovative pathways like...

Saint Augustine's University in North Carolina faces significant leadership instability as interim president Marcus H. Burgess resigns after 18 months amid accreditation struggles and financial...

House Republicans have proposed a 15% budget cut to the U.S. Department of Education for fiscal year 2026, aligning with former President Trump’s recommendations to reduce federal spending on...

Several universities report growing financial distress triggered by policy shifts and enrollment declines. The University of Chicago plans to cut $100 million in expenses, including layoffs of...

Artificial intelligence adoption accelerates in academia and industry, reshaping teaching, learning, and employment landscapes. Rutgers Business School expands AI curriculum with new courses...

New surveys reveal rising mental health stressors and a less welcoming campus climate, especially among students of color. About one-third of traditional-aged students report significant stress...