Education Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training Senate Bill 8 would establish a certification for completing coursework centered around promoting pride in the United States. Wesley WalterNovember 1, 2024
Education ASU’s 2024 fall student enrollment increases Overall enrollment, including incoming freshmen, returning students, and graduate students, increased by 5.27 percent. StaffSeptember 4, 2024
Education PARCA Report: Third-grade ELA proficiency jumps The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama shows significant gains in third-grade ELA proficiency, driven by the Literacy Act. Mary Claire WootenAugust 30, 2024
Education Alabama’s community colleges report highest enrollment in decade More than 170,000 residents enrolled in academic courses or registered for adult education and workforce training opportunities. StaffAugust 23, 2024
Education Gov. Ivey makes appointments to Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Board Establishing ASHS was a legislative priority for Ivey during the 2024 session. Wesley WalterAugust 20, 2024
Education Dobson faces scrutiny over “segregation academy” ties amid education push Republicans like Dobson continue to advocate for the allocation of more taxpayer money to private schools. Alex JobinAugust 14, 2024
Education Alabama A&M welcomes record number of new students The university hosted a grand ceremony to greet incoming freshmen, transfer students, and international students. StaffAugust 12, 2024
Education Preliminary number of third graders set to repeat grade released The Alabama Board of Education discussed the summer testing scores and the current projected number of third graders to be held back this year. Mary Claire WootenAugust 9, 2024
Education UA strengthens commitment to rural communities through STARS College Network The STARS College Network is a coalition of 32 of the nation’s most prominent institutions. StaffJuly 25, 2024
Education University of Alabama shuts down DEI office to comply with state law The new UA website meant to explain the effects of SB129 describes new restrictions on UA instructors in detail. Chance PhillipsJuly 24, 2024
Education Troy University Surveying and Geomatics Sciences program wins national award Troy University’s Surveying and Geomatics Sciences program is one of seven in the nation to be honored with the Surveying Education Award. StaffJuly 24, 2024