Category: Education

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Trump administration’s hardline immigration policy has taken a sharper turn, with a wave of F-1 student visa revocations quietly targeting international students—including those at some of America’s most elite universities. The move has sent shockwaves across global academic circles and sparked concerns of racial profiling, political retaliation, and increased uncertainty for foreign scholars. Ivy League and Beyond: Students Face Sudden Deportation Risk Since early April, visa…

Engineering, Business, and Computing Programs Crack Top 10 Nationwide Georgia Tech is racking up wins across the board, with the 2025 U.S. News & World Report graduate program rankings confirming what many already knew: the Yellow Jackets don’t play when it comes to academics. From engineering to computing to business, the institute has either held its ground or climbed higher in nearly every category it was ranked. It’s not just…

Georgia lawmakers have approved a new school safety bill, House Bill 268, in response to the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School last September. The bill, which aims to strengthen security measures and mental health resources in schools, now awaits Governor Brian Kemp’s decision. Legislation Moves Forward After Intense Debate Despite heated discussions over certain provisions, the bill cleared both the Senate and the House on Monday. Lawmakers assured the…

A sweeping bill banning personal devices for Georgia’s kindergarten through middle school students is one step away from becoming law, after clearing the Senate with near-unanimous support. A Landslide Senate Vote Pushes the Bill Forward The Georgia Senate made its stance clear Tuesday, passing House Bill 340 with a commanding 54-2 vote. The bill, designed to curb classroom distractions, now awaits Gov. Brian Kemp’s signature. If signed, the law will…

Georgia National University (GNU) is making a bold move into India’s education landscape, teaming up with the Andhra Pradesh government to establish a sprawling new campus in the North Andhra region — an investment pegged at a massive Rs 1,300 crore. A Big Win for Andhra Pradesh’s Education Ambitions Education Minister Nara Lokesh announced the partnership on Monday, emphasizing the scale and significance of the project. It’s not every day…

The University of Georgia has unveiled its latest freshman admission statistics — and the numbers show a sharp rise in competition for the Class of 2029. A Surge in Applications, A Tighter Acceptance Rate UGA received a staggering 47,860 applications for the Class of 2029, marking a 12% increase from the previous year. Despite this surge, only 15,800 students secured admission — translating to an acceptance rate of just 32.9%.…

Georgia Southern University’s College of Sciences and Mathematics (COSM) has unveiled an innovative program designed to tackle a long-standing challenge: getting more undergraduates involved in research without forcing them to choose between lab time and a paycheck. Breaking Barriers to Research For years, many students eager to dive into research hit a wall — they either didn’t know how to get involved or couldn’t afford unpaid lab work on top…

Eighth-grade students across Douglas County had the chance to explore different career paths and high school opportunities at the 8th Grade Passport to Success event. With just months to go before their high school journey begins, these young learners got a head start in planning their futures. A Look at the 8th Grade Passport to Success Event The Douglas County School System (DCSS) put together this expo to help eighth-graders…

Hall County School District is preparing for a leadership change at Cherokee Bluff Middle School. Leigh Wilson has been selected as the school’s next principal, replacing Robert Wilson, who will be moving to Chicopee Woods Elementary. The recommendation for Wilson’s appointment is set to be made official at the Hall County School Board meeting scheduled for Monday, March 10. A Leadership Transition in South Hall Leigh Wilson is stepping into…

Georgia Southern University is celebrating a significant milestone in academic research, marking new highs in total scholarly output, peer-reviewed publications, and top-tier journal placements. Fresh data from Elsevier’s SciVal for 2024 showcases an upward trajectory for the institution’s research initiatives, reinforcing its growing influence in the academic community. Breaking Records Across Multiple Metrics Numbers don’t lie, and for Georgia Southern, they tell a compelling story. The university’s total scholarly output…