A new study reveals that 59% of girls abandon their dreams of pursuing STEM education due to financial constraints, with many citing the high cost of tuition and living expenses as a major deterrent. The study's findings highlight the need for increased support and resources to encourage more young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
https://www.livemint.com/education/news/too-poor-for-science-59-of-girls-abandon-stem-dreams-due-to-financial-constraints-finds-new-report-11745593505156.htmlThe Trump administration's crackdown on higher education has led to international students reconsidering their dreams of studying in the US. Over 130 students have joined a federal lawsuit against the administration for revoking their visas, while others, like German Tariq Kandil and Moroccan Rania Kettani, are deterred from entering the country due to fear of deportation and social media scrutiny. The US has seen a record 1.1 million international students in the 2023/24 academic year, but Trump's aggressive targeting of universities where students protested against Israel's war in Gaza has led to a hostile atmosphere, with some students feeling they cannot study without living in fear.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/foreign-students-give-up-american-dream-over-trump-crackdown/article_ea0262ab-8116-5407-b375-7a1cadd67081.htmlMahak Jaiswal, a top scorer in the UP Board Class 12 exams, attributes her success to diligent self-study and dedication. She focused on studying at home and school without external tuition or coaching, putting in 9-10 hours of study daily. Mahak credits her goal-oriented approach, supported by her elder sister and teachers, for achieving a score of 97.20%. She advises future candidates to focus on conceptual comprehension over rote memorization, emphasizing the importance of repeated review and understanding challenging topics.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/9-10-hours-a-day-no-tuitions-up-board-topper-mahak-jaiswals-winning-formula-8253950#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationNamibia's President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced that from next year, tertiary education at state universities and technical colleges will be 100% subsidized by the government, starting in 2026. This move aims to improve opportunities for young people amid high youth unemployment and poverty rates, with around 2.1 million Namibians under the age of 35. The policy will benefit two state-run universities and all seven vocational training centers, which are currently free but will no longer charge tuition fees.
https://africanews.com/2025/04/25/namibia-will-offer-free-university-education-starting-in-2026/Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's Coordinator for Population Welfare Department Saira Afzal Tarar and Deputy Commissioner Abdul Razzaq visited schools outsourced by Punjab Education Foundation (PEF) in Hafizabad, reviewing educational facilities and arrangements. They aimed to promote education across the province, particularly in government schools, with a focus on quality and better conditions. The visit included interacting with teachers and students, gathering feedback on schoolwork and homework. Meanwhile, a Teachers' Sports Gala was organized by CEO Education Muhammad Akram Ashraf, promoting teacher fitness and well-being under Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat's instructions.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1304534-comprehensive-steps-being-taken-to-promote-education-in-punjabOdilia Cedillo, School Director, inaugurated the school, reiterating its commitment to helping those who face obstacles. The school's focus reflects the community's strength and emphasizes education as a collective journey that uplifts young women and invites young men to become allies in shaping an equitable future.
https://www.adweek.com/adweek-wire/nikki-ritcher-documents-the-community-and-culture-of-limitless-horizons-ixil/Educators from Southeast Asia gathered at the Searca Flagship Program 3 on March 25 to discuss embedding climate change adaptation and mitigation into basic education curricula. Maria Cristeta Cuaresma, senior program head of education and collective learning at Searca, showcased online courses developed by the center, which are offered through the University of the Philippines Open University.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/04/26/business/green-industries/asean-curricula-include-climate-change-action/2099395WI Edu is a leading licensed education institution in Malaysia aiming to become the country's top educational hub. The company offers alternative student loans, digital platforms, hybrid learning models, and emerging industry courses in high-demand fields like fintech, blockchain, and sustainability. WI Edu has established state-of-the-art facilities meeting international accreditation standards, ensuring world-class learning environments for students. The institution has received recognition from ASEAN Records as the first education sector interest scheme registered under Malaysia's Companies Commission (SSM), highlighting its commitment to innovation, transparency, and regional leadership in redefining education financing throughout Southeast Asia.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/04/25/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/revolutionizing-education-how-wi-edu-is-bridging-the-gap/2099510The Biden administration has issued several executive orders aimed at improving school discipline policies, increasing transparency in higher education funding, and promoting historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The orders include requirements for schools to focus on objective behavior when disciplining students, full disclosure of foreign funding by institutions receiving such aid, and the establishment of a White House initiative and advisory board focused on HBCUs.
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