Education ACHE advances education, approves programs, addresses workforce gaps The Commission approved an agency budget request of $77,859,213 for fiscal year 2025-26. StaffDecember 16, 2024
National Anonymous racist texts reported at campuses across the country following Trump victory Each message followed a nearly identical format, telling recipients they have been “selected to pick cotton at the nearest plantation.” Alex JobinNovember 8, 2024
Education Alabama PACT Board of Directors approves increase for benefit payments Directors of the Alabama Prepaid Affordable College Tuition Program approved a 4 percent increase to the current rate paid. StaffMay 16, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Campus protests have reached Alabama. What should our universities do? Campus protests, after all, present a learning opportunity on permissible conduct and expression. Dr. Allen MendenhallMay 6, 2024
Education Alabama A&M plans to buy, transform BSC campus into branch This initiative could transform the educational landscape of Birmingham. StaffApril 30, 2024
Education Stillman finalizes partnership with BSC to accept student transfers Stillman has already begun accepting students who the announcement has impacted. StaffApril 2, 2024
Education Birmingham-Southern College to close its doors on May 31 after financial struggles BSC has been a cornerstone in Birmingham for over 100 years, contributing significantly to the local economy. Bill BrittMarch 27, 2024
Education William Filmore elevated to vice chancellor at Troy University Filmore has been appointed as the new vice chancellor of government and external relations. StaffDecember 1, 2023
Governor Ivey announces round of appointments The appointments include the boards of trustees of six public universities. Jacob HolmesMay 11, 2023
Education Alabama colleges awarded nearly 28,000 bachelor’s degrees over the last decade Over a similar period, median earnings for Alabamians 25-64 rose six percent. StaffMarch 13, 2023