The education department announces funding for two programs. The president’s administration announced an investment of more than $47 million through the U.S. Department of Education (Department) in two…
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Education Department Expands University Discrimination Investigation
The department began the probe in November regarding student protection and free speech. The U.S. Department of Education is investigating the rise of harassment and discrimination on college…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced Extending Pell Grants to Short-Term Workforce Programs
House bill would allow students to use grants for training in the trades. A bipartisan group of representatives in the House recently introduced legislation that would allow students…
Read MoreEducation Department Addresses Student Mental Health
The federal department partnered with education officials to highlight the people and resources available. The U.S. Department of Education, along with the National Association of State Boards of…
Read MoreEducation Department Investigates Anti-Semitism and Anti-Muslim Harassment
Secretary Cardona announces K-12 schools and colleges have reported incidents. The Education Department announced a list of colleges and grade schools that are being investigated after complaints were…
Read MoreEducation Department Launches Ad Campaign for Teaching Profession
Secretary Cardona says the Public Service Announcements support diversity as part of the “Raise the Bar” effort. The Department of Education recently launched an ad campaign to encourage…
Read MoreEducation Department Fines Grand Canyon University
Office of Federal Student Aid finds the university deceived students regarding the cost of doctoral programs. The Department of Education has fined Grand Canyon University (GCU) $37.7 million…
Read MoreEducation Department Releases Accountability Rules for Colleges
Administration works to protect prospective students from college debt. The U.S. Department of Education recently announced final regulations to enhance oversight and accountability for colleges and universities to…
Read MoreEducation Department Penalizes Missouri Loan Service
The servicer gave inadequate notice for payment reinstatement and put borrowers into delinquency. The Department of Education has announced steps it will take to hold student loan servicer…
Read MoreEducation Secretary Meets with Jewish Organizations on College Antisemitism
Muslim students have also experienced threats. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona met with a dozen Jewish leaders from prominent organizations this week to discuss the significant increase in antisemitism…
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