Global May 2018

Sheriff Says Up To 10 Killed In Texas High School Shooting [Education News]

At least one gunman opened fire at a Houston-area high school Friday, killing eight to 10 people, most of them students, authorities said. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said he could not be precise about the number of deaths at Santa Fe High School, which went on lockdown around 8 a.m. Two suspects believed to be students were in custody.

Administration May 2018

U Of Illinois Board Approves $263M In Construction Projects [Education News]

The University of Illinois is moving forward with more than $263 million in construction projects at its campuses in Urbana-Champaign and Chicago. The Board of Trustees voted Thursday to approve funding for 10 projects, including new or renovated residential, research and classroom buildings.

Global May 2018

Reliant Home Run Derby With Dallas Cowboys Raises $50,000 For The Salvation Army [On A Positive Note In Education And Beyond]

Fans filled Dr Pepper Ballpark to cheer on 10 of their favorite Dallas Cowboys as they stepped up to the plate in the seventh annual Reliant Home Run Derby. The Cowboys’ bats came alive and the team raised a total of $50,000 for the Gene and Jerry Jones North Texas Youth Education Town of The Salvation Army Arlington.

Global May 2018

Trump 'demands' Doj Investigate FBI

President Donald Trump "demands" that the Department of Justice investigate the FBI. Maduro, the socialist incumbent, has won the presidential election in Venezuela. A mother in Texas, who had been inspired by survivors of the school shooting that happened in Florida, faced the same extreme gun violence that she marched against.

Hispanic Community May 2018

International Outcry Grows Over Disputed Venezuela Vote [Beyond Education]

A growing roster of nations condemned Venezuela's presidential election Monday and threatened to ramp up diplomatic and economic pressure on President Nicolas Maduro's already embattled government. A coalition of 14 nations from throughout the Americas, including Brazil, Mexico and Colombia, pledged to scale back diplomatic relations with Venezuela and urge international organizations not to issue Venezuela any new credit.

Financing May 2018

Kansas Colleges Seek Tuition Hikes Even After Funding Boost [Education News]

State universities in Kansas are asking for permission to increase tuition again this fall even after legislators boosted their overall state funding to levels not seen for a decade. The six state universities and the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City have submitted proposals to the state Board of Regents to increase tuition and required fees for undergraduate students from 1.2 percent to 3 percent.

Arts and Media May 2018

School Victims Honored At Billboard Awards [Education News]

The 2018 Billboard Music Awards paid tribute to the students and teachers affected by recent deadly shootings in Texas and Florida, while the night also featured show-stopping performances by iconic singer Janet Jackson and K-pop group BTS. A tearful and emotional Kelly Clarkson, who hosted the awards, opened the show in honor of the 10 people who died Friday at Santa Fe High School.

Hispanic Community May 2018

Venezuela's Opposition Scrambles To Regroup After Maduro Win [Beyond Education]

Venezuela's fractured opposition emerged even more powerless Monday, a day after an election it boycotted propelled socialist President Nicolas Maduro to an easy victory amid a crushing economic crisis. The coalition's strategy to sit out the vote succeeded at exposing declining support for the government.

Financing May 2018

Tuition Rising 1 Percent For Missouri's Universities [Education News]

In-state undergraduate students at Missouri universities will pay 1 percent more in tuition for the upcoming school year. The University of Missouri Board of Curators on Monday approved a 2.1 percent increase, which reflects inflation rates and is the maximum allowed by state law.

Financing May 2018

Anonymous Donor Gives $10,000 To Pay Down School Lunch Debts [On A Positive Note In Education]

An anonymous donor has paid off more than half of a Maine school district's student lunch debts. Westbrook Superintendent Peter Lancia said he received a check from the anonymous donor Monday for $10,000, which would erase more than half of the $17,000 owed by families in the district for student lunches.

Global May 2018

Vote, Take Risks, Be Fearless: Celebs Offer Advice To Higher Education Grads

Work hard, be true to yourself, embrace diversity and seize the moment. It's the advice graduation speakers have offered for ages. This year, colleges have invited a wide variety of commencement speakers, including Justin Trudeau, Oprah Winfrey, Tim Cook, Nikki Haley, Chance the Rapper, Hillary Clinton, Chadwick Boseman, Queen Latifah and Michael Keaton.

Hispanic Community May 2018

DeVos: Reporting Undocumented Students Is A Local Decision [Education News]

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said Tuesday that decisions on whether to report undocumented students to authorities rest with local communities. But Lorella Praeli, director of immigration policy and campaign at the American Civil Liberties Union, said in a statement that a school taking such action would violate the U.S. Constitution's guarantee of education to every child.

Financing May 2018

15 Illinois Libraries To Share $724K In State Grants

Fifteen libraries across Illinois will share more than $700,000 in state grants to help pay for critical remodeling and renovation projects. Among the libraries receiving money are Benton Public Library District, Elmwood Park Public Library and Selby Township Library District in DePue. Several libraries are receiving money to help make facilities accessible to people with disabilities. Others will use the money for new roofs or HVAC systems.

Financing May 2018

Increased Amounts Set For New Mexico Lottery Scholarships [Education News]

The amount of per-student financial aid provided by scholarships mostly funded by New Mexico Lottery revenue is going up. The Albuquerque Journal reports that increases that exceed more than $1,100 for some students will result from additional funding provided by the state and a reduced demand for scholarships due to enrollment drops.

Legal May 2018

Taking On The System: 'DREAMers' Are Getting Law Degrees [Education News]

Denia Perez's parents brought her from Mexico to the United States illegally when she was 11. Last month, she became among the first of the so-called "Dreamers" to earn a law degree. And now, she and others are using their lawyerly know-how to take on the system so they can legally practice.