Missing freshers leave US colleges with big costs and few answers
With government aid lacking, institutions struggle to identify winning strategies
Rewarding teachers with 21,000 complimentary tickets
On the occasion of World Teachers' Day, we would like to thank all of the teachers around the world for their hard work and dedication to educating the world's students. Your commitment to delivering a high standard of education continues to inspire us during these uncertain times. To show our gratitude, we are offering complimentary flight tickets for 21,000 teachers to use this year, or to plan for a well-deserved holiday in 2021.* As a teacher, you will receive: - A complimentary Economy Class ticket to any of our destinations around the world, so you can experience a well-deserved holiday. - 50% off a future flight with Qatar Airways to use for yourself, a friend or a family member. Earn 2,021 Qmiles: Join Privilege Club today and earn 2,021 Qmiles, which you can redeem for a wide range of rewards such as complimentary flights, cabin upgrades, lounge access and extra baggage allowance. Join now> *Terms and conditions apply. Please refer to the eligible professions and ensure you carry all required documents when you travel.
Syracuse puts prof who used ‘Wuhan flu’ in syllabus on leave
Syracuse University placed a professor on administrative leave after his course syllabus reportedly used the phrase "Wuhan flu."
US scientists protest advanced computing focus for top grants
National Science Foundation’s new emphasis in postgraduate funding seen as backsliding on diversity
Facial recognition to ‘predict criminals’ sparks row over AI bias
A US university's claim it can use facial recognition to "predict criminality" has renewed debate over racial bias in technology.
Loss of Camaraderie and Community
The cancellation of college sports programs has left students deeply dismayed about being deprived of an important part of their college experience.
Twitter demands AI company stops ‘collecting faces’
Twitter has demanded an AI company stop taking images from its website.
Meet the professor willing to tell the ‘moral history of the American Revolution’
On campuses across America, professors ridicule and attack the nation’s founding principles.
Students call on university to ban ICE contractor from campus
Students at Carnegie Mellon are outraged that their school has a relationship with a company that contracts with ICE.
College costs skyrocket 112% above rate of inflation over last four years: study
As the issue of college affordability continues to be a prominent talking point on the campaign trail ahead of the 2020 presidential election, a new study shows that the cost of a college education is still increasing at a rate that far outpaces inflation.
