EDUCATION

Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Grad Workers Stand Up for Fair Pay at UIC

The University of Illinois Chicago is seeing a wave of protest as about two thousand graduate students, who help teach and research, demand better wages. These workers have been negotiating with school leaders for a year but could not agree on a new contract, so they began striking last Monday.

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Future‑Ready Doctors: A Three‑Part Plan for AI Training

The rise of artificial intelligence in hospitals means doctors must learn new skills fast. In Canada, medical schools still vary widely in how they teach AI, and many students get almost no training. Students say AI will change their work, yet the current teaching system is slow and uneven.

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

New Tech Boosts High School Auto Program

A new alignment machine has just arrived at Ottawa Township High School’s automotive program, thanks to a $16, 500 donation from the school’s educational foundation. The machine, made by Hunter Hawkeye Elite, is a common tool used in real‑world auto shops. Students first started using it in March

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Teacher Students at Risk of Burnout: What the Study Reveals

Polish students who are preparing to become teachers were examined to spot early signs that they might face burnout or health problems later in their careers. The researchers used a tool called the AVEM inventory, which looks at how people handle work and what habits they develop. Two particul

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

A closer look at Foley Stadium's upkeep problems

Worcester's Foley Stadium, built nearly a century ago in 1927, faces growing concerns about its maintenance. The 4, 000-seat venue serves as home ground for high school sports and hosts various tournaments, but worries have emerged over the condition of its track and playing surface. School official

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Parents and teachers protest Lee County schools' budget choices

A big crowd is gathering outside Lee County schools' main office in Fort Myers this Wednesday evening. They're not happy about planned budget cuts and teacher job losses. The protest runs from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at 2855 Colonial Blvd. People are upset about losing teachers and programs they care about.

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Military paths and school support: Three Rocky River seniors take the leap

Three high school seniors from Rocky River, Ohio, have made a big decision that changes their lives—and theirs aren’t the only ones being celebrated. Jack Herman, Cody Miller, and Chase Connors are preparing to join the Army National Guard, Air Force National Guard, and Marine Corps respectively. Bu

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

School spending cuts hurt Anchorage students more than you think

Alaska’s school funding has dropped behind other states in a big way. While most states increased education spending by 26% from 2017 to 2022, Alaska only managed a 13% increase — barely enough to cover rising costs. Even when adjusted for Alaska’s high living expenses, the state still spends 15% le

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Two Decades of Irish Impact on Worldwide Anaesthesia Learning

Twenty years ago a small program in Ireland quietly began changing how doctors worldwide learn pain control during surgery. By focusing not just on giving the right doses of medicine but on safer practices in every step of care, the initiative pushed beyond traditional classroom teaching. Doctors wh

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Apr 27 2026EDUCATION

The Fight Over a 30‑Year Old Bridge

A long‑standing bridge has sparked a fresh debate about how communities choose to spend money. The structure, built in the 1990s, has been a key link for local commuters. Now, county officials say it needs serious repairs that could cost millions. Opponents of the project argue that a new bri

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