About 70 faculty members at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Metro Vancouver will receive lay-off notices due to a $49 million revenue loss caused by a sharp decline in international students, resulting from the federal government's cap on international students. The university's vice-president of human resources, Laurie Clancy, describes the decision as "sad and unfortunate" and attributes it to the expected reduction of 1,500 students next year.
https://thestar.com/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-s-kwantlen-university-to-lay-off-70-faculty-due-to-49-million-revenue/article_384b8971-bc15-5842-8e2b-8c42ee8296f3.htmlThe US Department of Education has announced a reduction in force, citing a commitment to efficiency and accountability. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon expressed appreciation for dedicated public servants, stating that this move is a step towards restoring the greatness of the US education system.
https://reason.com/2025/03/13/is-this-the-beginning-of-the-end-for-the-department-of-education/Birbalsingh, a former Oxford graduate, is challenging the notion that success for young Black people requires affirmative action or quotas. Instead, she focuses on teaching her students essential knowledge and skills to achieve success. Birbalsingh aims to showcase what's possible through Michaela, a school in London, which serves as a laboratory for innovative education methods. She has edited a book featuring contributions from over 20 teachers to share her approach with schools nationwide.
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/03/michaela-school-charter-achievement/682020/Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the launch of 'Skills on Wheel Project' to train 100,000 youth in highly paid technical skills. The project aims to equip young people with skills for both local and international job markets. In collaboration with private sector partners, it will focus on remote areas, starting with a phase that includes training 5,000 youth at call centres offering up to Rs100,000 per month after six weeks of training. Additionally, the CM approved initiatives such as 'Plug and Play Call Centres', hospitality training through the 'Moraki' project in collaboration with CTH, and support for transgender individuals through the 'Pehchan' programme.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1291402-maryam-launches-skills-on-wheel-project-to-train-100-000-youthThe US government's decision to eliminate birthright citizenship could force millions of American-born children to prove their citizenship, potentially affecting 5.5 million children under 18 who live with at least one parent in the country illegally, according to a 2019 estimate by the Migration Policy Institute.
https://whyy.org/articles/birthright-citizenship-trump-restrictions-immigration/The government is considering new policies to protect children's digital rights. Minister Hafid wants a balance between regulation and private initiatives to ensure a healthy online environment for kids. The government has discussed measures with platform providers, parliament, and communities to design effective child protection rules.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/348061/indonesia-seeks-stricter-social-media-rules-for-children?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=popular_rightThe National University of Singapore (NUS) has been ranked as the top university in Singapore by DBS Study Abroad Total Assist, solidifying its position in both Asian and global educational landscapes. Other notable institutions include Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore Management University (SMU), and Ngee Ann University (NU).
https://en.tempo.co/read/1986692/where-to-study-in-singapore-here-4-best-universities-in-the-city-stateThe National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has secured the 127th position globally in Engineering and Technology, marking a 17-position jump from last year. NUST has also improved its standing in 11 subject areas while maintaining five others, with notable advancements in Natural Sciences, where it jumped 72 places to 322, and Social Sciences and Management, advancing 39 positions to 361. The university's performance highlights its commitment to creating a discernible impact through higher education and research, solidifying its position as a leading institution in global rankings.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/595307-nust-secures-127th-rank-worldwide-in-engineering-and-technologyNew York City public school leaders are concerned about potential cuts to federal programs that support vulnerable children due to the Trump administration's budget changes. The US Department of Agriculture program, which helps schools buy from local producers, has been cut, resulting in $8.4 million in lost funding over two years for NYC schools.
https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2025/03/13/nyc-schools-fear-trump-education-department-cuts-impact-on-vulnerable-students/