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Schools, universities and education policy. Institutional figures are checked against the federal College Scorecard rather than taken from an announcement.
US Students March for Sexual Assault Prevention
Students across the United States marched Thursday to demand stronger sexual assault prevention measures. Demonstrations followed the reinstatement of a 2020 federal rule and reports of five assaults at one university.
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U.S. Education Dept Extends Auto Pay Deadline to December 2026
The U.S. Department of Education extended the auto pay enrollment deadline to December 31, 2026, allowing borrowers to secure a 1 percent interest rate reduction instead of the standard 0.25 percent discount.
Maine Trustees Remove Mitchell Name From Center and Scholarship
The University of Maine System Board voted 9-5 on Monday to remove George Mitchell's name from a center and scholarship. The change follows a task force review of his associations with Jeffrey Epstein found in federal documents.
Florida Colleges Answer US Education Call
All 40 public higher-education institutions in Florida responded to the federal National Call to Action by the end of 2026.
Education Dept Ends ESEA Monitoring as Absenteeism Rates Flawed
The Department of Education discontinued comprehensive ESEA monitoring on Jan. 1, 2026. Mismatched reporting timeframes have produced implausible chronic absenteeism rates exceeding 100 percent.
College Entry Rate Steady for 2024, 2025 High School Graduates
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center reported steady direct college enrollment rates between the Classes of 2024 and 2025.
U.S. Hispanic Population Reaches 70.1 Million in 2025
Pew Research Center analysis shows the U.S. Hispanic population grew to 70.1 million in 2025. This figure marks an increase from the 62.1 million recorded in 2020.
Pew Research Center Finds 93% Recall 9/11 Details
Pew Research Center reports 93% of adults aged 10 or older during the attacks remember their location. Sixty percent of adults aged 18 to 24 first learned about the event in school.
U.S. Education Dept Suppresses Gender Identity Data in School Files
The U.S. Education Department released raw school data on September 4 while suppressing gender identity metrics in all 37 files.
Vinnakota Urges Core Civic Skills for All Students in U.S. Colleges
Rajiv Vinnakota called for mandatory civic training in college curricula during an August 2026 speech in Chicago. His institute reports its current initiatives reach one million students across 34 states and Washington, D.C.
Davidson College President Hicks Promotes Liberal Arts in AI Era
Davidson College President Douglas A. Hicks highlights strong alumni outcomes and industry support for liberal arts education. Ninety-five percent of the class of 2025 found employment or graduate school placement within six months.
Brown President Paxson to Step Down After Funding Deal
Brown University President Christina Paxson will leave her post at the end of the academic year. She extended her tenure to secure $510 million in federal grants and resolve investigations.
Pelley, Alfonsi Join Columbia Journalism School as Journalists in Residence
Columbia Journalism School named Scott Pelley and Sharyn Alfonsi as Journalists in Residence for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Ninety-eight Students Pass Students First Act Defining AI Use
Ninety-eight teenagers passed the Students First Act with an 82-16 vote in Boston.
Three Accreditors Withdraw Federal Recognition Petitions
Three accreditors withdrew petitions for federal recognition during a National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity meeting. One council serves as a Title IV gatekeeper, leaving affected institutions a window to seek accreditation elsewhere.
Colette Shaw Convenes First Meeting of Just Desserts & Dissertations
Colette Shaw convened Just Desserts & Dissertations for fifteen student conduct professionals on Zoom. The group is designed to meet once per semester to integrate academic research into daily student conduct practices.
Manuel Steps Down as University of Michigan Athletic Director
Warde Manuel will step down as University of Michigan athletic director at the end of 2026. The inquiry cost $12 million and included 350 interviews identifying failures to address misconduct consistently.
University of California Moves Up Standardized Test Admissions Decision Deadline
The University of California advanced the deadline for standardized test admissions policy decisions. UC Board of Regents Chair Maria Anguiano expects recommendations by June 2027, opening the possibility of policy changes for the 2027 cycle.
U.S. Non-Orthodox Rabbinical Schools Welcome Largest Classes in 15 Years
Non-Orthodox rabbinical schools in the United States enroll largest cohorts in 15 years this fall. The Jewish Theological Seminary enrolls 25 students while Hebrew Union College welcomes 42.
Houston ISD Continues Student Success Program as TEA Investigates Complaints
Houston ISD continues implementing its Student Success Program for the 2026-27 school year. The Texas Education Agency investigates complaints about special education changes affecting thousands of students.
U.S. Bureau of Indian Education 2025 Graduation Rate Reaches 79 Percent
The U.S. Bureau of Indian Education reported its four-year graduation rate reached 79% in 2025. System-wide rates increased 55% since 2018, though one BIE-operated school graduated fewer than 60% of students.
Education Department Releases 2026 Regulatory Agenda
The Education Department released its 2026 regulatory agenda on July 4, 2026. Secretary McMahon plans to rescind loan repayment policies.
Education Department Finalizes Rule Tying Loans to Graduate Earnings
The Education Department finalized a rule tying student loan eligibility to graduate earnings. Department officials estimate about 5 percent of programs could lose federal aid access.
Universities Plan Activities for 250th Independence Anniversary
Universities across the United States prepare programs for the 250th Independence milestone. Participating institutions emphasize exploring American history and democratic values.