A Marine veteran and mother of five, Tessa Bulzan, has filed a lawsuit against an Oregon school district. She claims the district refused to reimburse her for an academic curriculum because it featured a Christian perspective. Bulzan joined the Hillsboro School District’s homeschool partnership program in July 2025 after leaving her job due to a […]
CBS News New York has obtained records of Cornell University’s Title IX investigation into alleged gang rape at a fraternity, providing detailed insight into the incident and its aftermath. The documents feature interviews with Jane Doe, six of the seven men implicated in her civil lawsuit, and 20 witnesses. Some content is graphic, reflecting the […]
When Troy Swanson began his studies at Augustana College in Rock Island, his aim was to become a lawyer. However, working in the library helped him realize that he preferred research to practicing law. Swanson recollected, “They had a stellar library with excellent people that helped push me on my way.” Over two decades later, […]
Students at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York are at the center of a serious legal and institutional inquiry. A woman, represented by attorney Thomas Giuffra, alleges she was gang-raped by fellow Cornell students in 2024. The woman, referred to as Jane Doe, clearly stated to police that she was sexually assaulted. Giuffra confirmed to […]
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of West Virginia has initiated legal action concerning the insufficient funding of public schools. This lawsuit highlights a significant issue of unequal resource distribution among counties in the state. An analysis reveals that West Virginia invests less in counties with the greatest need while allocating more resources to counties […]
The introduction of anticipated rules puts increased pressure on Democratic governors to decide on participation. The focus lies on the choice to opt into a new federally funded school voucher program. This initiative, introduced by the Trump administration, is poised to redirect substantial taxpayer funds. The aim is to benefit private institutions and potentially aid […]
New York is poised to repeat a mistake seen in neighboring states. The New York State Board of Regents voted on September 14 to remove the requirement for high school students to pass Regents exams to graduate. This decision aims to introduce a system with multiple graduation pathways. Critics argue that eliminating the Regents exams […]
In West Virginia, an education funding imbalance affects school districts, with less financial support allocated to counties with the greatest needs. Conversely, more funds are directed to counties possessing higher property wealth. This disparity has prompted significant legal action. On October 1, 2026, Eli Baumwell reported on the lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties […]
David Madigan, a seasoned statistician and former provost of Northeastern University, has been appointed as the chief academic officer at the University of Southern California (USC). He aims to establish the university as a frontrunner in regaining American trust in higher education while also addressing the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). Madigan, aged 63, […]
As the new school year begins, education becomes a focal point, attracting scrutiny from parents and organizations alike. The North American Values Institute (NAVI), a nonpartisan education watchdog, raises concerns over a new ethnic studies course for high school seniors in Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS). NAVI criticizes the curriculum, suggesting it promotes political activism rather […]