HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Anderson Appointed to PSERS Board * HARRISBURG - State Rep. Marc Anderson (R-York) has been appointed to the Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS) Board by the speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He was appointed to replace former state Rep. Torren Ecker, who resigned recently after he was elected to serve as judge of the Court of Common Pleas i more PR

MANCHESTER, England, Jan. 12 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * Announcing the launch of the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation * Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) is delighted to announce the launch of the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation (CTLI), a new hub dedicated to advancing educational excellence and innovation across our community. Under the leadership of Professor Ali Owrak, the CTLI will serve as a catalyst for t more PR

SAN DIEGO, California, Jan. 13 -- The University of San Diego issued the following news release: * * * Carnegie Foundation Selects the University of San Diego as the Host for Community Engagement-Classified Universities After Holding the Honor The University of San Diego (USD) was selected as one of 237 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement (CE) Classification, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegi more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 12 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * College of Education students see teaching in action at Roberts Academy * Mercer University College of Education students gained a better understanding of the diverse learning needs of children while spending time with Roberts Academy sixth graders. Secondary education majors are required to log 30 hours of observation at local public middle and high schools each semester of their junior year, and for the first t more PR

GOLDEN, Colorado, Jan. 13 -- Colorado School of Mines issued the following news: * * * New underground lab spaces drive next-level quantum research By Ashley Spurgeon A new kind of laboratory is taking shape in the foothills west of Golden, Colorado. The Colorado Underground Research Institute--known as CURIE--is transforming part of the historic Edgar Experimental Mine, a teaching and laboratory space long used by Mines students and researchers for hands-on mining education, into a one-of-a more PR

ADELPHI, Maryland, Jan. 12 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news: * * * Dr. Anita Tam: Mentor, Teacher, Leader * Dr. Anita Tam joined UMGC in Asia in 2020 and quickly connected with students both inside and outside the classroom. This year, in a new role as Director of Student Services, she is bringing that same commitment to a broader mission. First based in Okinawa, Tam taught psychology and statistics in hybrid formats, meeting and interacting with learne more PR

YPSILANTI, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University earns 2026 Carnegie classification for community engagement Eastern Michigan University has received the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, recognizing the university's sustained commitment to community partnerships that support public needs while enhancing student learning. Eastern is among 237 institutions nationwide to earn the Carnegie Foun more PR

BOCA RATON, Florida, Jan. 13 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement FAU is One of Only 11 to Have Three Carnegie Designations By Joshua Glanzer Florida Atlantic University is one of 277 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for 2026, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on E more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 12 -- Gov. Henry McMaster, R-South Carolina, posted the following news: * * * Governor Henry McMaster Announces Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Executive Budget * COLUMBIA, S.C. - Governor Henry McMaster today unveiled his Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, which invests more than $1 billion in South Carolina's roads, cuts the income tax, strengthens the state's rainy day savings, and raises teacher pay. The budget also makes higher education more affordable,  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Judicial Watch issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2026: * * * Judicial Watch Asks Supreme Court to Take Up Case of Teacher Fired for Off-Duty Political Speech Judicial Watch announced today that it filed a petition for a writ of certiorari asking the Supreme Court of the United States to review a decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit that permits public school officials to fire a tenured teacher for political speech made privately, off more PR

LAKE FOREST, Illinois, Jan. 9 -- Lake Forest College issued the following news: * * * Students take neuroscience research, teaching innovation, and public leadership to the global stage By Meghan O'Toole Seven Lake Forest College neuroscience students brought their research to an international audience last semester, presenting original work alongside faculty mentors at the annual Society for Neuroscience (SfN) meeting--the world's largest brain research conference. Held November 15-19 in S more PR

HAMILTON, New York, Jan. 12 -- Colgate University posted the following news: * * * Lifelong Friendship Leads to Unique Academic Collaboration * When Associate Professor of History Alexander Karn started to piece together his academic plans for his 2025 first-year seminar (FSEM), he had a childhood friend from Pittsburgh in mind. That course development, Karn said, was the perfect opportunity to collaborate with a long-time friend, Leonard Brown, who is also now the vice president of studen more PR

ALVA, Oklahoma, Jan. 13 -- Northwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release: * * * Northwestern Social Sciences and Teaching American History to Present 'America at 250! - The Legacy of the Declaration of Independence' Teacher Professional Development Discussion at Northwestern-Enid Feb. 20 A program on the legacy of the Declaration of Independence on its 250th anniversary will be presented at the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Enid campus Feb. 20, 2026, thanks more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, Jan. 13 (TNSjou) -- South Dakota State University issued the following news: * * * SDSU-sponsored journal promotes research on teaching and learning By Ellen Koester The average person likely has a very specific image in mind for what a laboratory looks like: white coats, protective goggles, blue latex gloves and half-filled beakers abound. An upcoming peer-reviewed journal sponsored by South Dakota State University explores research happening daily in a different s more PR

TURLOCK, California, Jan. 13 -- California State University Stanislaus issued the following news: * * * Stanislaus State's Community Engagement Earns Renewed Carnegie Designation Applied Learning, Service and Partnerships Create Lasting Benefits for Students and Communities * Stanislaus State students are gaining real-world experience that prepares them for life after graduation -- all through community partnerships rooted in learning, service and reciprocity. That work was recognized Mon more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 12 [Category: Education] -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release: * * * Statement from CTU President Stacy Davis Gates on the NYC Nurses' Strike * CHICAGO- A Statement from Chicago Teachers Union and Illinois Federation of Teachers President Stacy Davis Gates on the New York State Nurses Association Strike on Mount Sinai in Manhattan, Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center: "Whet more PR

MERCED, California, Jan. 12 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news: * * * The American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation Recognize UC Merced's Leadership in Community Engagement * UC Merced has once again been recognized as a national leader in community-engaged scholarship. The 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement affirms the university's deep and expanding commitment to serving the public. The designation from the America more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Jan. 13 -- Trinity College issued the following news: * * * Trinity College Earns Carnegie Foundation's Elective Classification for Community Engagement By Andrew J. Concatelli In recognition of its strong institutional commitment to community engagement, Trinity College has received the prestigious 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement. Trinity is one of 277 institutions recognized with this designation by the American Council on Education a more PR

DAVIS, California, Jan. 13 -- The University of California Davis issued the following news: * * * UC Davis Receives Renewal of Carnegie Community Engagement Classification By Cindy Brown Students walk down the stairs outside Rock Hall. A cloudy sky is seen in the background. The University of California, Davis, was recognized today (Jan. 12) for its outstanding community engagement by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the American Council on Education, or ACE. The  more PR

ATHENS, Georgia, Jan. 13 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * UGA honored with national Carnegie classification for community engagement The recognition spotlights the university's service partnerships, statewide impact By Shannah Montgomery The University of Georgia has received the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching that highl more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 13 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * UH Earns Prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Classification National Recognition Affirms UH's Deep, Sustained Partnerships Across Greater Houston Key Takeaways * The University of Houston earns top national recognition for community engagement: UH earned the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, placing it among an elite group of institutions nationwide recognized for integrating community pa more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Jan. 13 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus issued the following news: * * * UMSL receives renewed Carnegie Community Engagement Classification The university was one of 237 higher education institutions recognized for its commitment to community engagement. By Steve Walentik Members of the University of Missouri-St. Louis community share a deep commitment to strengthening the St. Louis region and beyond through education, scholarship and service that positiv more PR

WILMINGTON, North Carolina, Jan. 13 -- The University of North Carolina Wilmington campus issued the following news: * * * UNCW Recognized Nationally for Community Engagement The Carnegie Foundation's Classification for Community Engagement is the most rigorous evaluation of community engagement available in higher education. By Sydney Bouchelle '19 UNCW has earned the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement. The classification is a prestigious national designation re more PR

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Jan. 13 -- The University of Northern Iowa issued the following news release: * * * UNI earns 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement The University of Northern Iowa is among fewer than 240 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. UNI has consistently held this distinc more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following information collection: Title: NIFA Proposal Review Process. OMB Control Number: 0524-0041. Summary of Collection: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), administers competitive, peer-reviewed research, education and extension programs. The reviews are undertaken to ensure that projects supported by NIFA are of a high-quality and are consiste more PR

TAMPA, Florida, Jan. 13 -- The University of South Florida issued the following news: * * * USF earns national recognition for community engagement By Tina Meketa, University Communications and Marketing The University of South Florida has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a prestigious national designation awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The classifica more PR

SEATTLE, Washington, Jan. 12 -- The University of Washington posted the following news release: * * * UW recognized across all campuses with Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement reclassification * The University of Washington has again earned a prestigious recognition for the impact and importance of the connections faculty, students and staff have with local, regional and global communities. All three UW campuses were recognized with the Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement reclas more PR