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James, Earl of Wessex, to Study Rural Management at Royal Agricultural University

James, Earl of Wessex, to Study Rural Management at Royal Agricultural University

James, Earl of Wessex, has received his A-level results and will be attending the Royal Agricultural University in Gloucestershire to study Rural Land & Property Management. This decision follows his completion of studies at Radley College in Oxfordshire. James, the son of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, will not take a gap year and will begin his studies in a few weeks. His course will cover rural professional practices, sustainability, and business management, preparing him for potential roles in managing royal estates.
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Prince Edward's Ex Challenges Prince Harry's Claims About King Charles' Parenting

Prince Edward's Ex Challenges Prince Harry's Claims About King Charles' Parenting

Ruthie Henshall, Prince Edward's ex-girlfriend, has reportedly contradicted claims made by Prince Harry regarding King Charles' parenting. In her new book, 'The Showgirl And The Prince,' Henshall describes King Charles as affectionate with his sons, Princes William and Harry, recalling moments of playfulness and joy. This account challenges Prince Harry's portrayal of his father in his memoir 'Spare,' where he claimed that King Charles never hugged him and struggled with single parenthood after Princess Diana's death.
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De Montfort University Integrates Circular Technology in Fashion Education

De Montfort University Integrates Circular Technology in Fashion Education

De Montfort University Integrates Circular Technology in Fashion Education
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Christian Colleges Integrate AI Tools to Enhance Education and Student Engagement

Christian Colleges Integrate AI Tools to Enhance Education and Student Engagement

Christian colleges, including Dordt University in Iowa and Cedarville University in Ohio, are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their educational frameworks. At Dordt University, Dave Mulder, chair of the education department, is exploring the use of AI to assist with tasks such as generating summaries and creating rubrics. Meanwhile, Cedarville University has implemented a campus-wide AI integration, offering subscriptions to ChatGPT Edu and conducting AI workshops. The university has also developed AI-driven projects like Alfred, a voice-controlled robot for assisting older adults, and GoFish, a dating app promoting in-person interactions. These initiatives aim to make students 'AI-savvy' and enhance their learning experiences.
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Trump Administration Increases Scrutiny on CPT for International Students, Warns Colleges of Misuse

Trump Administration Increases Scrutiny on CPT for International Students, Warns Colleges of Misuse

The Trump administration has intensified its oversight of Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for international students, cautioning American colleges and universities about the potential administrative or legal repercussions of improper authorization. The U.S. Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), part of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), issued a broadcast message on August 12 to designated school officials (DSOs), highlighting a rise in CPT authorizations that do not comply with regulatory requirements. The SEVP emphasized that CPT should be an integral part of an established curriculum and not merely a means to provide employment. The agency oversees the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and practical-training programs like CPT and Optional Practical Training (OPT). CPT is designed for F-1 international students to gain practical work experience directly related to their major as part of their academic curriculum. The SEVP's warning aims to prevent the mis...
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North Carolina Central University Opens State's First AI Building

North Carolina Central University Opens State's First AI Building

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) has inaugurated the state's first dedicated artificial intelligence building, the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER). This facility is the first of its kind established by a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in North Carolina. The building, located at the corner of Fayetteville and Lawson Streets, features an AI Literacy Studio, Machine Learning and Data Science Studio, Robotics and Emerging Tech Lab, and more. The initiative is part of NCCU's efforts to expand AI education, with plans to offer a minor in AI starting Fall 2026.
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Stanford's Influence on Silicon Valley Explored in New Book by Theo Baker

Stanford's Influence on Silicon Valley Explored in New Book by Theo Baker

Stanford's Influence on Silicon Valley Explored in New Book by Theo Baker
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U-M to hide some first-semester grades, citing mental health crisis

U-M to hide some first-semester grades, citing mental health crisis

Starting in the fall of 2027, thousands of first-year University of Michigan students won't see grades on their first-semester transcripts.
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Georgia Tech Achieves Record Fundraising, Boosting Student and Innovation Investments

Georgia Tech Achieves Record Fundraising, Boosting Student and Innovation Investments

Georgia Tech has set a new fundraising record for the second consecutive year, raising over $415 million in fiscal year 2026. This achievement surpasses the previous annual record by more than $100 million and propels the Transforming Tomorrow campaign past the $2 billion mark with 18 months remaining. The funds will support the expansion of need-based scholarship programs, campus transformation, and collaboration with fast-growing industries. The campaign has seen significant contributions from alumni, donors, corporations, and foundations, reflecting strong engagement across the Institute. Recent milestones include the 79th Roll Call annual fund raising $8.8 million and Georgia Tech Athletics' Full Steam Ahead initiative securing over $100 million in gifts and commitments. These efforts are already impacting student experiences, faculty work, and learning spaces.
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Carroll College Honors Convocation Recognizes ROTC Achievements and Academic Excellence

Carroll College Honors Convocation Recognizes ROTC Achievements and Academic Excellence

Carroll College recently held its 2026 Honors Convocation, celebrating the academic and leadership achievements of its students. Among the honorees were participants in the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, who received various awards for their academic and leadership excellence. Gus Nunez was notably recognized with the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) History Award and the Highest ACFT Award, highlighting his outstanding performance in both academic and physical training aspects. The convocation also acknowledged students across various disciplines, including those in nursing, sociology, and communication, who were inducted into honor societies such as Sigma Theta Tau and Alpha Kappa Delta.
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Community College Instructors Modernize Astronomy Education with NASA Resources

Community College Instructors Modernize Astronomy Education with NASA Resources

Community college instructors are collaborating with NASA's Science Activation program to modernize astronomy education by integrating NASA's resources into traditional textbooks. This initiative involves the NASA Community College Network, Infiniscope, and NASA Treks, which aim to enhance the OpenStax Astronomy 101 textbook with active learning components. The project seeks to provide a more engaging and interactive learning experience for students by incorporating NASA's educational and visualization resources. The updated courseware will be field-tested in community college classrooms in Fall 2026, with plans to expand the program to cover the entire textbook.
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University of Texas Introduces 24 New Programs in 2026-2028 Catalog

University of Texas Introduces 24 New Programs in 2026-2028 Catalog

The University of Texas has announced the introduction of 24 new programs in its 2026-2028 undergraduate catalog. These include six new majors, five certificates, and 13 minors, focusing on contemporary issues such as artificial intelligence, national defense, and modern technology. The College of Natural Sciences will offer new bachelor's degrees in neuroscience and computer science, linguistics and computer science, and history and computer science. The Cockrell School of Engineering is launching a major in materials science and engineering. Additionally, the Clements Center for National Security will offer a major in strategy and statecraft.