California California universities are required to offer abortion pills. Many just don’t mention it By Jackie Fortiér and Adolfo Guzman-Lopez | LAist | April 2, 2024 A law that requires all the state’s 33 public university campuses provide abortion pills took effect in January 2023.
Bay Area Lawmakers introduce slate of bills to address sexual harassment in California colleges By Ashley A. Smith | EdSource | April 1, 2024 The 12-bill package follows a February report on major flaws in colleges' handling of Title IX.
Education ‘Getting significantly worse’: California community colleges are losing millions to financial aid fraud By Adam Echelman | CalMatters | April 1, 2024 In January, suspected bots represented 1 in 4 college applicants. Officials say fraudsters are getting smarter with the help of AI.
Education Disrespect, low pay, lack of support keep Black teachers out of the profession By Diana Lambert | EdSource | April 1, 2024 The cost of earning a credential and the disrespect they face while teaching are keeping Black teachers out of the classroom.
education Nearly all school parcel taxes pass, mixed results for school bonds in March election By John Fensterwald | EdSource | March 29, 2024 California voters passed two-thirds of school facilities bonds on the ballot this month – less than the historical average for a primary election.
Bay Area Cal State extends general education requirements for transfers to first-time freshmen By Ashley A. Smith | EdSource | March 29, 2024 Faculty and students opposed new rules that cut requirements in arts, humanities, and self-development.
Education California’s disabled students left behind during emergencies: ‘They just weren’t ready for someone like me’ By Amelia Wu | CalMatters | March 28, 2024 A disabled UC Berkeley student has prompted the UC to ensure emergency evacuation chairs are in every multi-storied building.
California Bill would expand nursing bachelor’s degrees to California community colleges By Ashley A. Smith | EdSource | March 26, 2024 A similar effort failed 10 years ago. Meanwhile, nursing shortages have continued.
Education California extends student financial aid deadline By Mikhail Zinshteyn | CalMatters | March 25, 2024 After a federal financial aid glitch, students will have more time to apply for state aid.
Education Smet reflects on his tenure as Piedmont athletic director By Damin Esper | March 22, 2024 Led Piedmont High for almost four years.