UNCG Gets Federal Grant to Help Medical Veterans
New UNCG program creates pathway for those with medical training transition into the civilian world.
Education
Thomas Lawe: Building Robots, Building Community
As interest in robotics grows around the world, the non-profit program NC FIRST helps students get more involved. NC FIRST helps young people discover their love for science and technology. As well as exposing teens to robotics, it explores other fields that are connected to science and technology that are not always considered. Thomas Lawe is an early college student who is part of the program. Radio Camper Jalyn-Rose talked to him about his experience.
Increasing African American Male Teachers in Public Schools Benefits All Students
One Triad university says the lack of African American male teachers hurts all students.
Lessons In Manhood: A Boys' School Turns Work Into Wonders
At the East Bay School for Boys, teachers try to channel students' frenetic energy into resilience and creativity. They call shop class "work," and emphasize softer skills like empathy.
Common Core Uncertainty Puts NC Educators in Limbo
Gov. Pat McCrory's newest law regarding Common Core is creating uncertainty among many North Carolina educators.
Houston School District Returns to NC to Recruit Teachers
North Carolina's public school teachers appear to be in high demand. Especially by the Houston Independent School District.
Morals Clauses Prove Controversial For Catholic School Teachers
Catholic schools are requiring teachers to sign morality clauses, which have gotten some educators fired for marrying same-sex partners.
Federal Loans Tough To Come By For Community College Students
Nearly a million community college students don't have access to federal student loans, according to a new report.
On Calif. Cattle Ranch, Students Wrangle With Meaning Of Manhood
Deep Springs College is an all-male school — and a working ranch. It sounds very macho, but the increasingly diverse student body says being a man is all about questioning the meaning of masculinity.