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Social justice
fromCornell Chronicle
18 hours ago

Brooks School senior heads to Oxford on Keasbey Scholarship | Cornell Chronicle

Ariela Asllani, a public policy major, will study refugee and forced migration at Oxford University after winning a Keasbey Scholarship.
Higher education
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

California college ranked No. 1 best public university in the nation - and others make top 10

University of California, Berkeley has reclaimed the top spot in U.S. News & World Report rankings, pushing UCLA to second place after years of dominance.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

A fire damaged one of Oakland's most beloved historic landmarks, raising concerns about the preservation of the city's cultural heritage and the impact on the community.
East Bay (California)
Education
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Meet the S.F. School Board Candidates: What is your #1 priority?

The San Francisco School Board election features incumbent Phil Kim facing challengers Virginia Cheung and Brandee Marckmann after a significant teachers' strike.
#higher-education
fromFortune
5 days ago
Higher education

Only one U.S. university ranks in the world's top 10 in STEM. Pfizer's CEO is calling for change | Fortune

Higher education
fromFortune
5 days ago

Only one U.S. university ranks in the world's top 10 in STEM. Pfizer's CEO is calling for change | Fortune

Chinese universities are rapidly advancing in research, posing a significant challenge to American and European institutions.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on Cambridge's 190m gift: billionaires won't fix universities' problems | Editorial

Philanthropy plays a crucial role in higher education funding, but reliance on wealthy donors creates disparities among UK universities.
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds

"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
US news
#uc-berkeley
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
1 week ago

UC Berkeley Offers Freshmen 2-Year Housing Guarantee With New Dorms | KQED

UC Berkeley will provide two years of guaranteed housing for incoming freshmen, addressing long-standing accommodation issues on campus.
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
1 week ago

UC Berkeley Offers Freshmen 2-Year Housing Guarantee With New Dorms | KQED

UC Berkeley will provide two years of guaranteed housing for incoming freshmen, addressing long-standing accommodation issues on campus.
#education
Education
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

The Still Unexplained Closure of the Private School Opened By Chan and Zuckerberg Is Causing Enrollment Problems for East Palo Schools

The closure of The Primary School in East Palo Alto has led to a significant influx of students into the Ravenswood City School District.
Education
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Closure of Zuckerberg-backed Bay Area school triggers enrollment overload

The closure of The Primary School will displace over 400 students, leading to a potential enrollment crisis in the Ravenswood City School District.
Education
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

The Still Unexplained Closure of the Private School Opened By Chan and Zuckerberg Is Causing Enrollment Problems for East Palo Schools

The closure of The Primary School in East Palo Alto has led to a significant influx of students into the Ravenswood City School District.
Education
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Closure of Zuckerberg-backed Bay Area school triggers enrollment overload

The closure of The Primary School will displace over 400 students, leading to a potential enrollment crisis in the Ravenswood City School District.
Science
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Aramont Fellowships give freedom to concentrate on high-risk, high-reward research - Harvard Gazette

A new gift expands support for early-career scientists pursuing high-risk, high-reward research across various fields at Harvard.
Mission District
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Palo Alto plans for thousands of new residents in the south part of town

Palo Alto plans to add 3,900 to 7,000 new homes in the San Antonio Road area, along with parks and retail.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

UC Berkeley Law Students Are Worried The Medium Is The Mistake - Above the Law

California bar exam software faces significant technical issues and privacy concerns, prompting student pushback against its use.
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Can China keep up its extraordinary research growth?

China's overall Share from September 2024 to August 2025 exceeded 38,000 and is on course to double that of the United States within the next two years.
Science
SF parents
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Palo Alto school board picks acting superintendent

Palo Alto school board appointed HR Director Herb Espiritu as acting superintendent, the district's third superintendent in one month.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

College graduates' outlook on the job market is only getting bleaker

College students are increasingly worried that AI will replace entry-level jobs, with 89% expressing concern in a recent study.
#public-lectures
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California sues over Trump demand for college race, test score and GPA admissions data

California and 16 Democratic states sue the Trump administration over a Department of Education rule requiring colleges to submit detailed admissions data including race, gender, and GPA by March 18.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

These California high schools defy typical UC admissions patterns

California's UC acceptance rates for in-state applicants reached a nine-year high, with Mission High School leading in UC Berkeley admissions.
#trump-administration
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Judge blocks Trump administration demand for race, GPA data of California college applicants

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's request for extensive applicant data from public universities in California and 16 other states.
Higher education
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Stanford, UCSD med schools investigated for race bias in admissions

The Trump administration is investigating potential race-based discrimination in medical school admissions at three universities.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Judge blocks Trump administration demand for race, GPA data of California college applicants

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's request for extensive applicant data from public universities in California and 16 other states.
Higher education
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Stanford, UCSD med schools investigated for race bias in admissions

The Trump administration is investigating potential race-based discrimination in medical school admissions at three universities.
Education
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 weeks ago

Bayer funding available to education programs serving Berkeley students

Bayer is offering $100,000 to $400,000 in five-year grants to six organizations supporting STEAM education for Berkeley students from grade school through community college, with funding beginning August 2027.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

University of California sponsors $23 billion research funding bill

California proposes a $23 billion research bond to offset federal funding cuts to universities under the Trump administration.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

San Jose, SJSU collaborate on new AI Center for Civic Good

The AI Center for Civic Good opens at San Jose's MLK Library to increase AI literacy and provide hands-on training for residents and students.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

CSU made a $17-million AI bet. A year later, students and faculty give it a mixed grade

California State University's $17-million ChatGPT deal faces mixed reactions, highlighting concerns over AI's impact on education and job security.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Trump DOJ investigating possible race discrimination at UC San Diego, Stanford medical schools

The DOJ is investigating UC San Diego, Stanford, and Ohio State for potential racial discrimination in medical school admissions.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Two Stanford students launch $2M startup accelator for students nationwide | TechCrunch

This fundraise turns Breakthrough from just being a seasonal accelerator into a lifelong partnership with our founders,
Venture
#college-basketball
#community-grants
#college-disability-accommodations
fromPadailypost
3 months ago
Higher education

38% of Stanford undergrads claim a disability; many get extra time on tests

38% of Stanford undergraduates are registered as disabled, with 24% receiving accommodations, reflecting a national trend of expanded disability definitions and relaxed verification requirements since 2008.
fromFortune
1 month ago
Higher education

40% of Stanford undergrads receive disability accommodations-but it's become a college-wide phenomenon as Gen Z try to succeed in the current climate | Fortune

Disability accommodations among U.S. college students have surged since the pandemic, driven largely by rising mental-health diagnoses and expanded access to support.
Higher education
fromPadailypost
3 months ago

38% of Stanford undergrads claim a disability; many get extra time on tests

38% of Stanford undergraduates are registered as disabled, with 24% receiving accommodations, reflecting a national trend of expanded disability definitions and relaxed verification requirements since 2008.
fromFortune
1 month ago
Higher education

40% of Stanford undergrads receive disability accommodations-but it's become a college-wide phenomenon as Gen Z try to succeed in the current climate | Fortune

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

New ranking: Where OpenAI employees went to college

While not a full picture of OpenAI's workforce, the snapshot underscores how heavily frontier AI labs continue to draw from a small cluster of top research universities - and how concentrated elite AI talent remains.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Photos: An East Palo Alto school celebrates a new football field and Sports for All Hub

A collaboration of community, government, business and sports organizations helped create the new Sports for All Hub at Los Robles Ronald McNair Academy in East Palo Alto. The grand opening of the full-size football field was celebrated with speakers, a ribbon cutting and a flag football clinic. The Bay Area Host Committee invited the community to the Sports for All Ribbon Cutting event to officially open the first-ever regulation football field in East Palo Alto.
East Bay (California)
Environment
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Palo Alto doubles down to meet climate goals - San Jose Spotlight

Palo Alto will electrify homes, buildings, and vehicles and expand community communications to reach an 80% greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2030.
California
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

At science fair, UC Berkeley researchers lobby for $23B bond to offset Trump's cuts

California early-career scientists are urging a $23 billion state research fund to replace shrinking federal support for health, climate, agriculture, and disaster-related studies.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

AI for Good Pitch Competition: Win Funding + Mentorship (Palo Alto)

where visionary founders showcase AI-driven innovations designed to create meaningful, positive impact. This event spotlights startups leveraging artificial intelligence, deep tech, and frontier technologies to solve real-world challenges and transform industries for the better. Selected startups will pitch live to a distinguished panel of venture capitalists and technology leaders, sharing their mission, traction, and measurable impact in a fast-paced, interactive format.
Artificial intelligence
Higher education
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Fewer low-income students are going to college. A Bay Area nonprofit aims to change that

10,000 Degrees provides mentoring and scholarships to low-income students, helping over 80,000 students earn more than $113 million in scholarships over 45 years.
Science
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

New Stanford study points to vaccine that protects against multiple infections

A single vaccine that activates innate immunity provided mice broad protection against respiratory viruses, bacteria, and allergens, representing a new vaccination approach.
Education
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Teacher panel rejects Multivariable Calculus at Paly, says it would amplify pressure on students, hinder 'wellness'

Palo Alto High School administrators rejected a teacher's Multivariable Calculus course, favoring a Foothill College instructor to teach it during the school day.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Multimillion-Dollar Donation Will Let Law School Offer More Students Full Rides - Above the Law

A $4.5 million endowed scholarship donation to UNM Law School will provide full tuition rides for ten students, significantly expanding access to debt-free legal education.
Education
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Amid federal threats, University of California gets critical' support in Newsom's proposed budget

California's proposed budget adds $716.3 million in new base funding for UC and CSU combined while deferring some previously promised funds.
Science
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Ex-Stanford professor's relationship with Epstein detailed over years of emails

Stephen Kosslyn maintained a decades-long friendship and professional collaboration with Jeffrey Epstein, including post-2008 contact and acceptance of Epstein's financial support.
Education
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Many Berkeley teachers spend over $500 of their own money on student basics. That's just wrong

Public school teachers commonly pay hundreds to thousands of dollars annually out of pocket to supply classrooms and meet students' needs.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Teen tech symposium brings AI experts to Cupertino Library

Cupertino Library's Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is holding a tech symposium on the future of AI on Jan. 24. Presenters include SellScale co‑founder Aakash Adasera; Aditya Sharma, a Google Pixel AI engineer; Animesh Singh Alang, a UCSC AI researcher and founder of Rizzy; Prof. Navrati Saxena, a globally recognized expert in AI, 5G, IoT and next‑gen communications; and Lesya Hendrix, developer of autonomous systems for Earth and lunar construction, with experience in Tesla, Nuro, Scania and frontier tech.
Education
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

UC Berkeley student gets $25,000 scholarship from Chick-fil-A CEO

The journey has been so long and difficult and getting an opportunity like this. I can't even put it into words how thankful I am. Seeing them being here and crying for me and just seeing how proud they are of me, it's a feeling I will never get over.
Higher education
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

California colleges scramble to fill gaps left by federal grant cuts to Latino students

Federal cuts eliminate over $350 million in minority-serving institution grants, forcing colleges like Chico State to lose millions and cut student research and support programs.
Higher education
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Alumni rally to support next generation of researchers - Harvard Gazette

A $50 million donor commitment will match new gifts to create 50 endowed Ph.D. fellowships, securing financial support for doctoral students.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Community colleges want to offer more low-cost bachelor's degrees. Why CSU says no to some

California community colleges increasingly offer bachelor’s degrees to meet local workforce needs, prompting disputes with CSU over program overlap and state-law protections.
Higher education
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Funding innovative approaches to belonging- Harvard Gazette

Four Harvard Culture Lab–funded projects will strengthen belonging through listening, dialogue, art, and representation across campus.
fromCornell Chronicle
2 months ago

$1.5M grant boosts postdoctoral research across 4 colleges | Cornell Chronicle

Postdoctoral researchers are an essential part of academic science and the knowledge Cornell brings into the world. They often mentor students and lead projects, helping advance discoveries in areas like quantum materials, genomics and biomedicine - work that will fundamentally transform technologies, medicine and public health," said Gary Koretzky '78, vice provost for research, who will administer the grant to researchers in the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the College of Veterinary Medicine and Cornell Engineering.
Higher education
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Bachelor's degrees at California community colleges? Lawmakers say yes, UC and CSU say slow down.

While Newsom supports more bachelor's degrees for students, he's repeatedly stated his opposition to adding more community college baccalaureate programs that go outside an agreed-upon process in a law that he and lawmakers approved in 2021. That law said community colleges can develop up to 30 bachelor's degrees per academic year, as long as the degrees do not duplicate the baccalaureate programs of the University of California and California State University.
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