Judge Sides With Trump On Challenge To Mexico Border Wall [Beyond Education]

A judge who was taunted by Donald Trump during the presidential campaign sided with the president Tuesday on a challenge to building a border wall with Mexico, removing what could have been a major obstacle to the signature campaign pledge. U.S. District Judge Gonzalo Curiel rejected arguments by the state of California and advocacy groups that the administration overreached by waiving laws requiring environmental and other reviews before construction can begin.

Florida Students Return To 'Picture Of Education In Fear'

About 50 uniformed officers marched into Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School early Wednesday, just one aspect of the heavy security as classes resumed for the first time since 17 students and teachers were killed by a troubled teenager with an AR-15, thrusting them into the center of the nation's gun debate.

High Court: Detained Immigrants Not Entitled To Bond Hearing [Beyond Education]

The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that immigrants the government has detained and is considering deporting aren't entitled by law to a bond hearing after six months in detention and then every six months if they're still being held. The case is a class-action lawsuit brought by immigrants who've spent long periods in custody.

Hillary Clinton To Speak At Yale University's Class Day [Education News]

Hillary Clinton will speak at this year's Class Day at Yale University. Class Day is an annual event at the New Haven, Connecticut, university that honors achievements in academic, artistic and athletic fields. Past notable speakers include former Secretary of State John Kerry and former Vice President Joe Biden in 2015.

Judge Refuses To Step Aside In School Shooting Case [Education News]

A judge has refused to step aside from the case of Florida school shooting suspect Nikolas Cruz as requested by his lawyers. Court records show that Broward County Circuit Judge Elizabeth Scherer denied the request Monday. Cruz's lawyers claimed Scherer has made rulings and comments that indicate favoritism for prosecutors.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® Raises $4.3M During National Radio Event With Univision And The THIS SHIRT SAVES LIVES T-shirt Movement [On A Positive Note Beyond Education]

Higher Education Institution Tells Possible Students Peaceful Protest OK

The University of New Hampshire is telling prospective students that any disciplinary actions they might face due to peaceful protests in which they are exercising their First Amendment rights will not affect the school's admission decision. The information was contained in a Saturday tweet and a post to the school's Facebook account.

The Latest: Thousands Rally For Gun Reform In Florida [Education News]

About 1,000 protesters wearing orange T-shirts with the hashtag #gunreformnow are holding a rally on the steps of the Florida Capitol. The Monday morning demonstration was led by former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine, who's a Democratic candidate for Florida governor. The protesters planned to attend senate committee meetings, during which bills to address gun laws and school safety will be discussed.

Supreme Court Declines To Decide Fate Of 'Dreamers' Just Yet [Beyond Education]

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected the Trump administration's highly unusual bid to bypass a federals appeals court and get the justices to intervene in the fate of a program that protects hundreds of thousands of young immigrants from deportation. The decision affecting "Dreamers" means the case will almost certainly have to work its way through the lower courts before any Supreme Court ruling is possible.

Survivors Allowed Back in Florida School to Collect Belongings

Stoneman Douglas High School students returned to their school to collect their belongings, which they had to leave behind during the massacre. Syria endures additional damage even as it begins rebuilding its war torn infrastructure. President Donald Trump has said that he wants to meet with the nation's governors and discuss the mass shooting at the Florida high school.

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Bentley University Debuts New State-of-the-Art Multipurpose Arena to Enhance Student Life for the Next Generation [Education News]

Bentley University has opened the doors to a new, state-of-the-art multipurpose arena that will host the university's NCAA Division I hockey team and prominent university events such as career fairs, high-profile speakers, alumni events and concerts. The 76,000 square foot facility is designed by Architectural Resources Cambridge and built by Suffolk Construction.