Investing in education can significantly boost one's professional development, as seen with the example of Google's CEO Sundar Pichai, who holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. This investment in education has paid off for Pichai, leading to his rise through the ranks at Google and becoming one of the most successful tech leaders today. Similarly, companies like Microsoft and IBM have also recognized the importance of employee education, offering various training programs and certifications to enhance their workforce's skills and competitiveness.
https://nerdbot.com/2025/03/28/the-importance-of-continuing-education-in-advancing-your-career/The attorneys general have filed a motion for a preliminary injunction against President Trump's executive order that aims to dismantle the Department of Education. The states argue that Trump is overstepping his authority by transferring core functions to other agencies, such as the Small Business Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services. Illinois Superintendent of Education Tony Sanders stated that since the announcement of mass layoffs, the state has been unable to access certain federal funds due to staff shortages in the Office of State and Grantee Relations. The department administers programs like Title I funding for low-performing schools, Pell Grant financial aid for college students, and services for students with disabilities, affecting over 225,000 Illinois students in the 2023-24 academic year.
https://www.dailyherald.com/20250329/news/raoul-joins-motion-to-block-dismantling-of-u-s-education-department/Indonesia has issued new rules to protect children online, with President Prabowo Subianto announcing a regulation aimed at delaying access to social media for under-13-year-olds, 13 to under-16s, and 16 to under-18s. The government also plans to ban platforms from profiling children for commercial purposes, according to Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/tech-and-telecom-law/indonesia-issues-new-rules-aimed-at-protecting-children-onlineThe US Education Department has sent guidance to state and local schools requiring them to comply with the Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA), which mandates that parents be allowed to review their child's education records, including any documents related to a student's "gender identity". The Maine education department declined to comment on a specific proposal, but the US Education Department's statement emphasizes the importance of schools allowing parents access to all relevant education records.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/othersports/article-14549577/donald-trump-maine-transgender-ban.htmlMount Kenya University (MKU) has successfully dispatched its third cohort of nursing apprentices to Germany, where they will pursue healthcare careers. The students have undergone training at MKU, learning German and healthcare courses including nursing, before embarking on their journey. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Deogratius Jaganyi and Chairman Dr. Vincent Gaitho flagged off the group at MKU's main campus in Thika.
https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2025-03-29-mku-sees-off-third-cohort-of-nursing-apprentices-to-germanyThe Federal Directorate of Education, National Vocational & Technical Training Commission, and National University of Modern Languages (NUML) have signed a memorandum to launch an international language training programme for secondary and higher secondary students in Islamabad. The program aims to equip 10,000 students with language skills over the next five years, enhancing their opportunities for higher education abroad and boosting career prospects. The initiative will offer training in eight languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Korean, German, Arabic, Spanish, French, and Russian.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1296261-international-language-training-initiative-to-target-10-000-studentsThe Board of Governors of Pectaa, led by top educationists, has established a new authority to improve the quality of education in Pakistan. The board formed sub-committees and approved textbooks for Matric Tech Class IX, as well as training courses for teachers. Education Minister expressed hope that timely printing and delivery of books will be ensured in every upcoming academic session. The meeting was attended by Nosheen Adnan, Khalid Nazir, Dr Shahinshah Faisal Azeem, and others.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1296249-newly-formed-pectaa-becomes-fully-functionalThe Trump Administration has issued a policy requiring schools to share information about students' gender identity with parents, sparking concerns among advocates for LGBTQ+ rights. The move comes as part of the Education Department's efforts to implement federal guidelines on child welfare and family engagement.
https://www.chalkbeat.org/2025/03/28/schools-must-share-child-gender-identity-info-with-parents-trump-education-department-says/The Utah Board of Higher Education approved modest tuition/fee increases at the state's eight degree-granting schools, with a systemwide weighted average increase of 2.23% starting next fall. The increases are considered "near decades-low" and lower than last year's 3.1% rise. Tuition rates for Utah's public technical colleges will remain unchanged for the 2025-26 academic year. The board commended institutions' efforts to collaborate on proposals, with each reflecting a real decline in affordability for students.
https://www.deseret.com/utah/2025/03/28/tuition-to-rise-next-academic-year-at-utah-public-colleges-and-universities/