University Of Minnesota Football Team Ends Boycott, Will Play Bowl Game
"Let me first state so there is no misperception: sexual harassment and violence against women have no place on this campus," a team leader says.
Education
Great Books To Inspire English Language Learners
Way too many students who are English language learners are reading below grade level. Here are five culturally relevant books that might spark their curiosity.
Students Who Get Better Career Guidance Remember College More Fondly
College graduates who say they received high-quality career services are much more likely to feel good about their education, recommend their university and donate to their alma mater.
What Does Vaccinating Cows Have To Do With A Girl's Education?
A new study out of Kenya looks beyond the usual questions to determine the broader impact of protecting a farmer's livestock.
After 50 Years, Head Start Struggles With Uneven Quality
New research ranks state Head Start programs on measures like teacher pay and the percent of eligible children who are enrolled.
Study Shows The U.S. Attracts An Elite Muslim And Hindu Population
The Pew Research Center says Hindus and Muslims who have migrated recently to the U.S. are especially well-educated — in stark contrast to the schooling levels of those populations worldwide.
How Investing In Preschool Beats The Stock Market, Hands Down
A new study on high-quality early learning programs shows a robust long-term return on investment. The most potent ingredients? Parental engagement and empathy.
Kids In Spain Rebel Against Homework, And Parents Are Their Biggest Boosters
Children in Spain, facing up to three hours of homework a night, have put down their pens and pencils in protest. "We all want our children to succeed," says one father who supports the strike.
Professors Take A Different Approach In Responding To 'Leftist Propaganda' Claims
An online "professor watchlist" claims to expose those who promote "leftist propaganda." University of Notre Dame professor John Duffy and peers asked to have their names added to the list in unity.
Unlocking Dyslexia: Personal Stories Of Frustration — And Success
Our series on dyslexia brought some powerful, and emotional, reactions from readers and listeners. Here's a sampling.