Former UNM assistant football coach sues Locksley, school over altercation last year

Former UNM asst. coach sues over altercation

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A former assistant football coach has sued the University of New Mexico and coach Mike Locksley over an altercation between the two men last year.
J.B. Gerald filed the lawsuit Friday in U.S. District Court in Albuquerque against Locksley and the University of New Mexico Board of …. Source  : Former UNM assistant football coach sues Locksley, school over altercation last year.

Former UNM assistant football coach files civil rights lawsuit against Locksley, regents

Former UNM asst. coach sues current coach, regents

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A former assistant football coach at the University of New Mexico has filed a civil rights lawsuit stemming from an altercation involving coach Mike Locksley.
J.B. Gerald filed the lawsuit Friday in U.S. District Court in Albuquerque against Locksley and the University of New Mexico Board …. Read the original article  : here.

Visva Bharati reduces fee hike by 50 percent

KOLKATA – Bowing down to the students’ demands, the authorities of Visva Bharati Saturday night decided to decrease the hiked tuition fees by 50 percent.

The university, set up by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore at Santiniketan, had been experiencing unrest for long as the students were on an indefinite agitation to protest the hike.
University … Read : Visva Bharati reduces fee hike by 50 percent.

A tea party favorite, Republican Rand Paul alters tone in bid to capture Kentucky Senate seat

GOP’s Rand Paul softens rhetoric in Ky. Senate bid
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A tea party success story in search of a statewide triumph, Kentucky Republican senatorial candidate Rand Paul volunteers that he’s spent two decades “popping off” about one issue or another. Not quite so much now, though.
The candidate who strongly criticized … Read more : A tea party favorite, Republican Rand Paul alters tone in bid to capture Kentucky Senate seat.

Parents Association writes to Sonia Gandhi for regulating school fees

NEW DELHI – Unhappy over arbitrary fee hikes in private schools across the county, the All India Parents Association Saturday asked the National Advisory Council Chairperson Sonia Gandhi to recommend to the central government bringing a law to regulate fees in schools.

The association in a letter to Gandhi said that while the government schools lack … Read more >>.

Paying capacity shouldn’t be barrier to higher studies: Sibal

MUMBAI – Sharing his vision of a society where every child should have the opportunity to go to school and be able to pursue higher studies irrespective of paying capacity, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Saturday said illiteracy should not be a barrier to progress.

Speaking at the inaugural function of the golden jubilee celebrations … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Paying capacity shouldn’t be barrier to higher studies: Sibal.

Indo-US higher education summit inaugurated in Mumbai

MUMBAI – With an aim to increase access and enhance quality of Indo-US higher education, a two-day summit for higher education was inaugurated here Saturday.

The summit is a part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the Indo-American Society.
Union Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal was the chief guest at the inaugural function.
He …. Source  : Indo-US higher education summit inaugurated in Mumbai.

Integrate tobacco control in medical curriculum: Study

NEW DELHI – In view of increasing tobacco use and its serious health hazards, a study has recommended that information on the hazards of tobacco use and cessation should be formally made a part of the medical curriculum in India.

The study ‘Tobacco Control and the Training of Health Care Providers’ released Friday emphasises that …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Bank Of Baroda Recruitment Results Out

NEW DELHI (GaeaTimes.com)- For all those who were waiting with baited breath the results of the Bank Of Baroda PO exams can now breathe a sigh of relief as the bank has released the list of candidates who have been selected for the next round of interview. Though the call letters have been mailed …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Bank Of Baroda Recruitment Results Out.

Scottish varsity ties up with Pune college

LONDON – The Glasgow Caledonian University of Scotland and India’s Fergusson College, Pune, have agreed to develop joint curriculum for postgraduate students of various courses in life science.

The agreement is aimed at developing postgraduate and short-term programmes in Biology and Biomedical science at Fergusson College.
“Through our agreement we hope that students will gain a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

China’s Shaolin temple in world heritage list

BEIJING – The Shaolin temple, China’s ancient Buddhist monastery and the home of martial art kung fu, has now become a UNESCO world heritage site.

Nestled in Mount Songshan of Central China’s Henan province, the monument of Zen Buddhism was added to the World Heritage List during a meeting of UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee in Brasilia, … Read more »».

‘Way cleared for AMU centres in other states’

ALIGARH – Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Vice Chancellor P.K. Abdul Aziz Sunday said that the varsity’s court has cleared the way for establishing its centres in other states.

The university plans to establish one centre each at Malappuram in Kerala and Murshidabad in West Bengal.
Addressing a media conference, Aziz said the university court in … Original article on : ‘Way cleared for AMU centres in other states’.

Kerala plans 140 specialized computer schools

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – Under its IT@School project for computer literacy among schoolchildren, Kerala will develop one model school — with five classrooms equipped with modern tools — in all its 140 assembly constituencies, an official said Sunday.

“As part of the model information and communications technology (ICT) school programme, five classrooms in the selected schools would be …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Kerala plans 140 specialized computer schools.

Australian kids are taught humans, dinosaurs coexisted

MELBOURNE – Primary school students in Australia are being taught that humans and dinosaurs lived together and that there is fossil evidence to prove this, even as experts term the lessons a creation of Christian fundamentalists.

Critics are calling for the religious instruction programme to be scrapped after claims emerged that lay Christians are feeding children …. Read the original article  : Australian kids are taught humans, dinosaurs coexisted.

When kids go off to college, the family’s annual summer vacation will never be the same

College-bound kid means change in family vacations

NEW YORK – My eldest son, who’s heading off to college in the fall, recently informed me that he plans to spend just a few days with us this year on our annual summer vacation.
“But it’s our last vacation ever as a family!” I pouted.
He reminded me that I’ve … Read this article on Gaea Times at : When kids go off to college, the family’s annual summer vacation will never be the same.

Iffy Senate outlook for aid package to state governments, local school systems

Iffy Senate outlook for state aid package
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama’s Senate allies are taking one last run at advancing what’s left of his tattered jobs agenda.
The $26 billion spending measure would help states and local school boards with their budget problems, but its fate is unclear in advance of …. Source  : Iffy Senate outlook for aid package to state governments, local school systems.

We’re No. 1! University of Georgia tops infamous party schools ranking

We’re No. 1! UGA tops party schools ranking

ATLANTA – The University of Georgia won a national title this year – top party school.
The Princeton Review announced Monday that Georgia is the No. 1 party school on its now infamous annual ranking. The school of about 30,000 students has been on the list 10 times since …. Original source  : We’re No. 1! University of Georgia tops infamous party schools ranking.

Anganwadi buildings only in northeast: Tirath

NEW DELHI – There are no plans for constructing buildings for anganwadi centers in regions other than the northeast, Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath said Monday.

“There is no provision for construction of anganwadi buildings except in the northeast States. In areas where public buildings are not available, there is a provision under … Original article on : Anganwadi buildings only in northeast: Tirath.

350,000 foreigners enter Britain on ’student’ visas

LONDON – Nearly 350,000 foreigners entered Britain on suspect student visas last year despite new rules to curb the number of illegal immigrants, officials said Monday.

Home Office figures reveal the total of visiting “students” and their dependents rocketed to 344,396 in the 12 months to April. That was a whopping 84,321 more than the previous …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Welsh varsity remembers man who served in colonial India

LONDON – A Welsh university is celebrating the 250th birth anniversary of surgeon and educationist Thomas Phillips who served the better part of his life in colonial India as an employee of the East India Company in Kolkata.

The University of Wales in Lampeter, north-west of the Welsh capital of Cardiff, organised an exhibition of …. Read the original article  : Welsh varsity remembers man who served in colonial India.

Last Carnegie Hall tenant forced from studios that nourished a century of America’s top talent

Last Carnegie Hall resident forced out of towers

NEW YORK – All of her neighbors are gone, forced out. Now Elizabeth Sargent, the last holdout tenant of Carnegie Hall’s towers, is preparing to leave the affordable studios that for more than a century housed some of America’s most brilliant creative artists.
Red scaffolding surrounds Carnegie Hall as … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Last Carnegie Hall tenant forced from studios that nourished a century of America’s top talent.

Hair nets and hollandaise? Lunch ladies going gourmet as nation focuses on better school food

Lunch ladies going gourmet as food gets new look

DENVER – They still wear sensible shoes, but the nation’s lunch ladies are trading in their hair nets for chef toques as they undergo a gourmet makeover.
With the childhood obesity rates creating demand for healthier foods in schools, more attention is being placed on the culinary skills …. Original article  : Hair nets and hollandaise? Lunch ladies going gourmet as nation focuses on better school food.

Mysore University Declares PG & UG Results 2010

MYSORE, INDIA (Gaeatimes.com) – University of Mysore has announced PG and UG results Today morning at 10 am. The PG and UG exams were held in the month of June-July, 2010.

The University of Mysore is a public university in India. The Maharaja of Mysore became its first chancellor. The University came into existence on the …. Original article  : Mysore University Declares PG & UG Results 2010.

Democrats seek help from moderate Maine Republicans for last-ditch jobs bill

Democrats seek GOP help for last-ditch jobs bill

WASHINGTON – A $26 billion measure to help states and local school boards with their severe budget problems faces a make-or-break vote Wednesday as Senate Democrats try one last time to advance their faltering jobs agenda.
The bill would extend programs enacted in last year’s stimulus law to help …. Original article  : Democrats seek help from moderate Maine Republicans for last-ditch jobs bill.

Haryana to increase industrial training seats by nearly 100,000

CHANDIGARH – Seats for technical, industrial training and vocational education will be increased by nearly 100,000 in Haryana’s Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the next two to three years, state government officials said here Wednesday.

Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda said the intake capacity will be increased by 96,440 seats to enable more youth to get … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Haryana to increase industrial training seats by nearly 100,000.

Tom Sherak re-elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Tom Sherak re-elected president of film academy

LOS ANGELES – Veteran film executive Tom Sherak has been re-elected to his second term as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
The academy’s Board of Governors re-elected Sherak to the one-year term Tuesday night. An executive with more than four decades in the movie business, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Tom Sherak re-elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Breakthrough role propels Donnie Yen from shadow of Jackie Chan, Jet Li

Yen emerges from shadow of Chan, Li
HONG KONG – For years, Donnie Yen worked in the shadow of Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Having fought both on-screen, the 47-year-old actor was considered a worthy opponent but not necessarily a leading man in his own right.

The dynamic changed after Yen took on the role of Bruce … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Breakthrough role propels Donnie Yen from shadow of Jackie Chan, Jet Li.

Chinese kids learn English from toons

BEIJING – Micky Mouse, AristoCats and other cartoon charecters have now got a new job — to teach kindergarten tiny tots in China how to speak English.

English learning centres run by the US-based cartoon movie maker Walt Disney Company are open for children between the age group of five and seven years.
A large number … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Chinese kids learn English from toons.

Naval Academy’s superintendent steps down, successor says ethics will be a priority

Naval Academy gets new superintendent
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The 61st superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy took command Tuesday, pledging to make ethics a priority after financial irregularities were discovered by Navy investigators under his predecessor.

Vice Adm. Michael Miller, who served as Navy chief of legislative affairs in Washington, took over at a change-of-command ceremony from … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Naval Academy’s superintendent steps down, successor says ethics will be a priority.

Human services, education face deeper cuts as Ill. governor provides new budget details

Ill. gov. provides new detail on $1.4B in cuts

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Schools, social services and health programs face deeper cuts under the latest version of Gov. Pat Quinn’s plan to trim spending during the worst budget crisis in Illinois history.
Quinn announced early last month that he planned to trim about $1.4 billion but had not … Read more »».

Naval Academy’s 61st superintendent takes command, pledges to focus on ethics in tenure

New Naval Academy superintendent takes command

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The 61st superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy has taken command and pledges to make ethics a priority during his tenure.
Vice Adm. Michael Miller was sworn in during a change-of-command ceremony Tuesday at the academy in Annapolis.
He takes over from Vice Adm. Jeffrey Fowler, whose tenure was … Read more »».

States slash prekindergarten programs as economy falters, budgets bleed

States slash pre-K programs as budgets bleed

ATLANTA – States across the country are cutting hundreds of millions from their prekindergarten budgets.
The National Institute for Early Education Research at Rutgers University says states are slashing nearly $350 million from their pre-K programs by next year and more cuts are likely on the horizon once federal stimulus …. Read the original article  : States slash prekindergarten programs as economy falters, budgets bleed.

India has a long way to go in education: PM

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday said India has a “long way to go” in spreading literacy, adding that paucity of funds will not be allowed to hamper the spread of education in the country.

“We still have a very long way to go (in spreading education),” Manmohan Singh said, referring to “significant … Read : India has a long way to go in education: PM.

International funding sought for Nalanda University: Amartya Sen

NEW DELHI – International funding will be sought for the proposed revival of the ancient Nalanda University, a global centre for learning, and Singapore Buddhist organisations have already offered donations for the construction of a world-class library.

“We will go for international fund raising,” Amartya Sen, chairman of Nalanda Mentors Group and Nobel economics prize winner, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : International funding sought for Nalanda University: Amartya Sen.

Deemed universities question probe panel’s power

NEW DELHI – A group of deemed universities Tuesday questioned in the Supreme Court the powers of a committee set up to conduct a probe against institutions facing the prospect of derecognition due to poor facilities.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) alone has the statutory power to grant the status of deemed university to an …. Original article  : Deemed universities question probe panel’s power.

English schools protest nationwide tests for 11-year-olds, one-fourth skip the test entirely

Protests in England over tests for 11-year-olds

LONDON – School test results for 11-year-olds were released Tuesday across England, and one result was certain: A large number of educators and parents consider the tests a waste of time.
The results of the Standard Assessments Tests, or SATs, revived a long-running debate about whether the government’s determination to …. Original article  : English schools protest nationwide tests for 11-year-olds, one-fourth skip the test entirely.

Singapore Buddhist groups to help finance Nalanda university

NEW DELHI – Singapore Buddhist organisations have offered funds amounting to around $5-10 million for building a library at the proposed Nalanda University which will be a global centre of learning.

“The Singapore Buddhist community is making an important gesture to finance the library,” Nalanda Mentors Group Chairman and Nobel economics prize winner, Amartya Sen, told …. Original source  : Singapore Buddhist groups to help finance Nalanda university.

Tests show UK 11-year-olds a bit better at math, worse at reading; Schools protest tests

Tests: UK kids better at math, worse at reading

LONDON – School tests across England show that 11-year-olds are doing a bit better at mathematics and writing but worse at reading.
But a fourth of English primary schools declared the tests a waste of time and didn’t make their pupils take them.
Results of the Standard Assessments Tests, … Read more >>>.

Santa Monica College Undergoes Poll

SANTA MONICA (GaeaTimes.com) — The Santa Monica College is going past a voting process. The Board of Trustees are surveying the poles. This pole is constructed regarding the renovation of several classrooms and a vast arena of the college. Reportedly, the changes to be made are all major. Technical specification depicts that it will …. Source article  : Santa Monica College Undergoes Poll.

Tata Motors to launch new vehicles in India and China

MUMBAI – Multinational Tata Motors is planning to introduce new fuel efficient cars and hybrid vehicles in emerging markets and looking at ways to raise sales of luxury brands Jaguar and Land Rover in China and India.

In India, the company plans to launch a new cross-over vehicle, two new passenger vehicles and a new … Original source on Gaea Times at : Tata Motors to launch new vehicles in India and China.

English only? AP-Univision poll finds Latinos often have trouble helping their kids in school

Poll: Language a barrier for Latinos in schools

WASHINGTON – English only?
With Hispanic enrollment surging in schools, many Spanish-speaking parents are having trouble helping their children with homework or communicating with U.S. teachers as English-immersion classes proliferate in K-12.
An Associated Press-Univision poll highlights the language and cultural obstacles for the nation’s Latinos, who lag behind others … Read more »».

US Education Department picks 49 finalists to get piece of $650 million innovation fund

49 finalists for US education innovation dollars

SEATTLE – The U.S. Education Department on Wednesday announced 49 finalists for a share of the $650 million it plans to give away to encourage innovation.
The finalists were chosen from nearly 1,700 applications to the Investment in Innovation program. They include one of the country’s most successful charter school … Read this article on Gaea Times at : US Education Department picks 49 finalists to get piece of $650 million innovation fund.

Rare yellow lobster heading to college, at University of Rhode Island’s Bay Campus aquarium

Yellow lobster found in RI bay headed to college

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – A rare yellow lobster pulled from Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay is heading to college.
Lobsterman Denny Ingram said Wednesday that the yellow lobster will be moving to the aquarium at the University of Rhode Island’s Bay Campus in Narragansett.
Ingram caught the lobster and temporarily made …. Source  : Rare yellow lobster heading to college, at University of Rhode Island’s Bay Campus aquarium.

Democrats push bill to stop teacher layoffs toward passage; House being called back from break

Jobs bill to stop teacher layoffs nears approval
WASHINGTON – Last-minute money to save the jobs of tens of thousands of teachers and other public workers overcame a Republican filibuster Wednesday and sped toward Senate passage. The House, under pressure to help hard-pressed schools nationwide, was being called back from its summer … Original source on Gaea Times at : Democrats push bill to stop teacher layoffs toward passage; House being called back from break.

Service sector grows for 7th month in a row, brightening job outlook just a bit

Job market brightens a bit as service sector grows

WASHINGTON – Job prospects are looking just a little brighter.
The service sector, which makes up 80 percent of the economy, grew for the seventh month in a row, and state aid to preserve jobs for tens of thousands of teachers and other public employees cleared a key …. Original article  : Service sector grows for 7th month in a row, brightening job outlook just a bit.

Girls exempt from fees in Gujarat ITIs

GANDHINAGAR – Girls undergoing vocational training in industrial training institutes (ITIs) in Gujarat have been exempted from paying tuition fees, Labour and Employment Minister Vajubhai Vala said here Wednesday.

The minister told reporters that 14 ITIs specifically for girls were being run in the state and more would be added if the need was felt.
“It … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Girls exempt from fees in Gujarat ITIs.

Breakthrough role propels Donnie Yen from shadow of action co-stars Jackie Chan, Jet Li

Yen emerges from shadow of action stars Chan, Li

HONG KONG – For years, Donnie Yen worked in the shadow of Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Having fought both on-screen, the 47-year-old actor was considered a worthy opponent but not necessarily a leading man in his own right.
The dynamic changed after Yen took on the role …. Original article  : Breakthrough role propels Donnie Yen from shadow of action co-stars Jackie Chan, Jet Li.

Processing halted of foreign students’ applications for Auckland institute

AUCKLAND – The authorities in New Zealand have suspended processing applications of international students to study at Auckland’s Kingsland Institute after the arrest of two men for alleged immigration fraud, an official statement here said.

Immigration authorities now are reviewing some approved applications, after the arrest of two men, including a manager at the institute, … Read : Processing halted of foreign students’ applications for Auckland institute.

Back-to-school basics: Shopping forecasts and what’s at stake

Back-to-school season at a glance
The back-to-school season is retailers’ second-biggest after Christmas. And with confidence in the economic recovery stalling, they’re in a tough fight for shoppers’ dollars.

TEEN RECESSION HANGOVER: The slump for the teen chains, which had routinely posted strong sales gains for a decade or more, began in 2008 with the recession. Teen … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Back-to-school basics: Shopping forecasts and what’s at stake.

Make Yoga part of school education: Plea in Delhi High Court

NEW DELHI – The Delhi High Court Wednesday issued notice to the Ministry of Human Resource Development (HRD) and the NCERT seeking reply on a public interest litigation (PIL) which seeks making yoga part of health and physical education in schools.

A Division Bench of Chief Justice Dipak Mishra and Justice Manmohan sought their replies … Read more : Make Yoga part of school education: Plea in Delhi High Court.

Teen stores wrestle with recession hangover, stiff competition in tough back-to-school fight

Teen stores in tight spot for back-to-school

NEW YORK – Half-priced jeans and promotional freebies are already popping up at the mall with the start of school still weeks away.
Teen clothing sellers may have had some misplaced optimism about the strength of the economic recovery when orders were placed in the spring, and department stores are …. Source  : Teen stores wrestle with recession hangover, stiff competition in tough back-to-school fight.

New Zealand suspends processing of foreign students’ applications

AUCKLAND – Authorities in New Zealand have suspended the processing of applications for international students to study at Auckland’s Kingsland Institute, after the arrest of two men for alleged immigration fraud, an official statement here said.

Immigration authorities now are reviewing some approved applications, after the arrest of two men, including a manager at the … Original article on : New Zealand suspends processing of foreign students’ applications.

Moderate Republicans help Senate jobs bill over key hurdle

Senate jobs bill clears key hurdle
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama and his Democratic allies in the Senate earned a long-sought win Wednesday as a $26 billion measure to help states and local school boards with their severe budget problems cleared a GOP filibuster.
The bill advanced by a 61-38 tally that ensures the measure …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Moderate Republicans help Senate jobs bill over key hurdle.

Jamia gives free coaching to civil service aspirants

NEW DELHI – Jamia Millia Islamia Friday invited applications for free coaching from civil service aspirants belonging to minority communities, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs).

The coaching classes, which started in 1984, get more than 500 applications every year from all over the country.
“Out of more than 500 applications, … Read more >>>.

For teachers, jobs bill brings some relief after summer of frustration

Jobs bill brings relief to teachers
ATLANTA – Dave Ebersbach lost his job as a math teacher this summer, and he spends each day hoping that his poverty-stricken school in Ohio will call up and offer him his position back.

He and thousands of other teachers around the country could get their jobs back now that the …. Original source  : For teachers, jobs bill brings some relief after summer of frustration.

Shortage of 1.2 mn teachers in India: Sibal

NEW DELHI – There is a shortage of 1.2 million teachers in India and states must speed up the recruitment process to bridge the gap, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said Friday.

“We have a shortage of 1.2 million teachers. In some states there is an enormous backlog from last several years. In Bihar about …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Corporal Punishment In Schools On Way Out

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The education system in India has many flaws and one of them is Corporal punishment in schools. While this was viewed as a necessary part of the education system until a few years back, the public opinion against this system which may lead to fatal consequences has been growing. The reports …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Corporal Punishment In Schools On Way Out.

Parents’ outrage over halal-only school dinners in Britain

LONDON – A council in Britain has triggered a backlash among parents and animal welfare groups after introducing halal-only menus at state schools, a media report said Friday.

Only meat from animals killed in line with Islamic teaching will be offered at 52 primary schools in Harrow, following a switch by 10 secondaries to halal … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Parents’ outrage over halal-only school dinners in Britain.

Oklahoma coaches: Agents and players should be punished for breaking NCAA rules, not schools

Oklahoma coaches: Agents should be punished

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma football coach Bob Stoops is the latest person seeking change in how agents are involved in college basketball and the recruiting process.
At a fan event for Sooners fans on Thursday night, Stoops suggested that agents and players should be the ones punished for breaking the NCAA’s … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Oklahoma coaches: Agents and players should be punished for breaking NCAA rules, not schools.

American Public Education net income beats Street but shares plunge on lower 2010 outlook

American Public Ed shares tank on 2010 guidance

CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. – Online university company American Public Education Inc. said Thursday its net income rose 32 percent to beat Wall Street’s expectations but shares sank in extended trading after the company slashed its full-year guidance as military student enrollments dropped.
For April through June, American Public Education’s …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Basketball coaches get high marks on NCAA’s 1st academic report card

NCAA gives basketball coaches good grades
Kentucky coach John Calipari got mostly passing grades on his report card.

West Virginia’s Bob Huggins did even better, earning perfect marks each of the past two seasons.
The two men, often criticized for their players’ academic performance, had better-than-expected scores in the NCAA’s first Academic Progress Rate for coaches. On Thursday, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Basketball coaches get high marks on NCAA’s 1st academic report card.

AP Exclusive: Nevada’s Angle outlines views on gays, school prayer in questionnaire

AP Exclusive: No gay adoptions, says GOP’s Angle

Republican Sharron Angle believes the clergy should be allowed to endorse candidates from the pulpit and opposes laws allowing gays to adopt children, according to a questionnaire by the Nevada Senate hopeful that was obtained by The Associated Press.
Angle, who is trying to unseat Senate Democratic leader Harry … Read more >>.

NCAA: West Virginia’s football program commits 5 major violations from 2005-2009

NCAA says WVU football commits rules violations

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia student managers, graduate assistants and other non-coaching staff worked with football players on their skills and techniques in violation of NCAA limits during the Rich Rodriguez era and under current coach Bill Stewart, according to NCAA allegations released Thursday.
The NCAA said this week that …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Senate confirms Elena Kagan as 112th justice, fourth-ever woman on US Supreme Court

Senate confirms Kagan as 112th justice
WASHINGTON – The Senate has confirmed Elena Kagan as the 112th justice and fourth woman to serve on the Supreme Court.
The vote was 63-37 for President Barack Obama’s nominee to succeed retired Justice John Paul Stevens.
THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. Check back soon for further information. AP’s … Read more >>.

Kagan on brink of confirmation as 112th Supreme Court justice, fourth-ever woman

Senate poised to confirm Kagan as 112th justice
WASHINGTON – The Senate moved toward certain confirmation Thursday of Elena Kagan as the Supreme Court’s 112th justice and fourth woman, ready to seat a scholar with a reputation for brilliance, a dry sense of humor and a liberal legal bent.
Kagan will replace another liberal justice, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Kagan on brink of confirmation as 112th Supreme Court justice, fourth-ever woman.

C Sean Kowal granted release by Northern Illinois to see theology degree

C Kowal granted release by N. Illinois
DEKALB, Ill. – Northern Illinois has given center Sean Kowal his release, ending a dispute over the player’s decision to obtain a graduate degree at another school.

Kowal wants to pursue a master’s degree in theology, a program Northern Illinois does not offer. The school initially denied him a release.
Athletics … Original article on : C Sean Kowal granted release by Northern Illinois to see theology degree.

Senate OKs $26B bill to stop teacher, police layoffs; House called back from break for vote

Senate approves jobs bill to stop teacher layoffs
WASHINGTON – Congress is moving rapidly just weeks before the start of the school year to speed billions of dollars in emergency education aid to states in hopes of reversing the layoffs of tens of thousands of teachers.
Some $10 billion in aid to [..] Read the original article: here.

Senate passes bill to ease states’ budget woes, save jobs of thousands of teachers, police

Senate passes bill to save teacher, police jobs
WASHINGTON – Legislation long sought by Democrats to prevent layoffs of tens of thousands of teachers, police and other public workers has passed the Senate.
The bill would help states and local school boards deal with severe budget problems. It would preserve the jobs of perhaps 300,000 …. Source  : Senate passes bill to ease states’ budget woes, save jobs of thousands of teachers, police.

Talk on better understanding of Pakistan at Jamia Millia

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Millia Islamia’s Maulana Mohamed Ali Jauhar Academy of Third World Studies Thursday organised a talk intended to promote better Indian understanding of Pakistan.

The talk on “The Idea of Pakistan in the Colonial Muslim Press (1932-1949)”, by Thierry DiCostanzo from the University of Strasbourg (France), was presided over by Professor …. Source  : Talk on better understanding of Pakistan at Jamia Millia.

Parliament passes bill to amend Minority Educational Institutions Act

NEW DELHI – Parliamentary approval was Thursday accorded to a bill amending the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions Act to enable the central government decide on the status of such institutions without consulting the states.

The National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (Amendment) Bill, 2010, which had earlier been passed by the Lok Sabha, was …. Read the original article  : Parliament passes bill to amend Minority Educational Institutions Act.

Shares of China’s Ambow Education rise in IPO debut after pricing at bottom of expected range

Ambow Education shares rise in market debut

NEW YORK – Shares of Ambow Education, which provides educational services in China, are rising after the company raised $106.8 million in its initial public offering.
The Beijing company offered 7.5 million American depositary shares for $10, while shareholders sold 3.2 million ADSs. Shares had been expected to price from … Read more >>.

New Kenyan constitution expected to pass as ‘No’ team concedes defeat; no violence reported

New constitution for Kenya as ‘No’ team concedes

NAIROBI, Kenya – A top leader in the campaign against a new constitution in Kenya is conceding defeat.
Preliminary results announced Thursday showed that Kenya’s new constitution is likely to pass overwhelmingly. Almost 70 percent of the country voted in favor of the new constitution.
William Ruto, Kenya’s higher education …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : New Kenyan constitution expected to pass as ‘No’ team concedes defeat; no violence reported.

In last-minute sprint for votes, Sen. Bennet defends pension deal as Denver schools chief

Bennet defends pension deal in sprint for votes

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Sen. Michael Bennet launched a last-minute sprint for votes Friday amid questions about a pension financing deal he oversaw while superintendent of Denver Public Schools.
Bennet, who faces a tough Democratic primary Tuesday amid anti-incumbent sentiment, started a 24-hour dash for votes while blasting a New … Original article on : In last-minute sprint for votes, Sen. Bennet defends pension deal as Denver schools chief.

Final chapter? Under budget cuts, library system in poor New Jersey city prepares to shut down

Camden, NJ, preparing to close all its libraries

CAMDEN, N.J. – The library board in Camden, one of the nation’s poorest cities, is preparing to close all three of its libraries by the end of the year, saying its funding has been slashed so drastically that it cannot afford to keep operating.
Library officials are hoping enough …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Bennet defends Denver schools’ complex pension deal after report says it’s costing millions

Report: Bennet-backed pension deal costs millions

DENVER – The Denver school system is reportedly stuck paying millions of dollars in extra interest and fees because of a pension financing deal U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet recommended while he served as schools superintendent.
The New York Times reported Friday that the deal has cost Denver at least an extra … Read : Bennet defends Denver schools’ complex pension deal after report says it’s costing millions.

The ‘yo-yo’ effect: Teachers in limbo hope $26M jobs bill keeps them out of unemployment line

Teachers hope $26M jobs bill keeps them employed

MIAMI – Gretchen Marfisi was enjoying her summer, reading a book when the call came: The high school where she taught art would not be hiring her back in the fall.
Shocked, the art teacher with 27 years experience spent anxious weeks job searching, only to be rehired by … Original article on : The ‘yo-yo’ effect: Teachers in limbo hope $26M jobs bill keeps them out of unemployment line.

White supremacist files to run for Southern California school board seat

White supremacist running for Calif. school board

RIALTO, Calif. – A white supremacist is running for a Southern California school board seat.
Dan Schruender, a past president of the California chapter of Aryan Nations, filed nomination papers Monday with the San Bernardino County registrar to run for one of two open seats on the inland Rialto Unified …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

A look at colleges where retirees and 60- or 70-somethings can get discounts or free tuition

A look at college deals for retirees, seniors

Discounted, or even free, tuition is available for senior citizen and retirees.
Here’s a look at some places where retirement-age students can find deals and tuition waivers, based on available class space:
COMMUNITY COLLEGES
Many two-year or community colleges allow senior citizens to audit classes for free, or waive tuition for …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : A look at colleges where retirees and 60- or 70-somethings can get discounts or free tuition.

Back to school forever: Retirees hit the books on college tuition waivers, discounts

Retirees can head back to school with discounts

CHICAGO – Nearly six decades after graduating from college, Pete Shannon still can’t get enough of lectures and homework assignments.
The 78-year-old Dallas retiree has taken dozens of classes at his local community college since he stopped working as a CPA in 2004. This summer he studied music composition, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Obama’s special envoy to visit Bihar’s Super 30

PATNA – US President Barack Obama’s special envoy to the Organization of Islamic Conference, Rashad Hussain, will Sunday visit Super 30, Bihar’s free coaching centre that helps economically backward students crack the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE).

Anand Kumar, the institute’s director and founder, said the special envoy is coming to see the … Read more >>>.

For teachers, jobs bill brings some hope after summer of frustration

Jobs bill brings some hope to teachers
ATLANTA – Dave Ebersbach lost his job as a math teacher this summer, and he spends each day hoping that his poverty-stricken school in Ohio will call up and offer him his position back.

He and thousands of other teachers around the country could get their jobs back now that … Read : For teachers, jobs bill brings some hope after summer of frustration.

Despite facing budget cuts and layoffs, Milwaukee teachers fight for taxpayer-funded Viagra

Milwaukee teachers fight for Viagra drug coverage

MADISON, Wis. – With the district in a financial crisis and hundreds of its members facing layoffs, the Milwaukee teachers union is taking a peculiar stand: fighting to get its taxpayer-funded Viagra back.
The union has asked a judge to order the school board to again include Pfizer Inc.’s erectile … Original source on Gaea Times at : Despite facing budget cuts and layoffs, Milwaukee teachers fight for taxpayer-funded Viagra.

Guyana sets campaign to attract more men to teaching, saying students need male role models

Guyana seeks more male teachers as role models

GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Guyana is launching a campaign to draw more men to teach in the classroom, saying students have very few male role models.
Education Minister Shaik Baksh says the World Bank is helping fund the campaign, although he hasn’t disclosed financial details.
A statement issued Saturday by Baksh … Original article on : Guyana sets campaign to attract more men to teaching, saying students need male role models.

Obama spends sunny Saturday afternoon at golf course, plans White House BBQ for friends Sunday

Obama caps birthday week with golf, plans for BBQ

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama is capping his birthday week with an afternoon of golfing on Saturday and a barbecue on Sunday.
The White House says the president went golfing on Saturday with eight friends, some with ties to his college days, his hometown of Chicago and his … Read more »»».

For cash-strapped college students, hope for curtailing rising textbook costs

More choices alter college textbook landscape

On Friday afternoons between work and rugby practice, Brittany Wolfe would rush to the campus library hoping copies of her advanced algebra textbook had not all been checked out by like-minded classmates.
It was part of the math major’s routine last quarter at the University of California, Los Angeles: Stand in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : For cash-strapped college students, hope for curtailing rising textbook costs.

Haryana releases Rs.50 mn for new military school

CHANDIGARH – The Haryana government Saturday released an amount of Rs.50 million for the construction of a new Sainik (military) School in the state.

To be located at Gothra Tappa Khori village in Rewari district, this will be the state’s second Sainik School, which train young boys for a career in the defence forces by preparing …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

China pays last respects to mechanics scientist

BEIJING – Tens of thousands of Chinese Saturday paid their last respects to Qian Weichang, one of the country’s most respected scientists, recognized for his achievements in applied mathematics and mechanics, Xinhua reported.

Qian, a senior member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and former president of Shanghai University, passed away July 30, at the age …. Source article  : China pays last respects to mechanics scientist.

Former HHS secretary Shalala president detained, questioned for 3 hours at Israeli airport

Former HHS secretary questioned at Israeli airport

MIAMI – A former secretary of the U.S. Health and Human Services Department says she was interrogated at the Ben-Gurion International Airport in Israel last month.
Donna Shalala, who is of Lebanese descent, is now the president of the University of Miami. She was visiting Israel in July as part …. Original source  : Former HHS secretary Shalala president detained, questioned for 3 hours at Israeli airport.

University of Miami president detained, questioned for three hours at Israeli airport

University president questioned at Israeli airport

MIAMI – The University of Miami’s president says she was interrogated at the Ben-Gurion International Airport in Israel last month.
Donna Shalala, who is of Lebanese descent, was visiting Israel in July as part of a delegation of university leaders invited by the American Jewish Committee’s Project Interchange. Shalala, former secretary … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : University of Miami president detained, questioned for three hours at Israeli airport.

Bihar centre for poor IIT aspirants impresses Obama envoy

PATNA – Rashad Hussain, son of an Indian migrant couple from Bihar who is US special envoy to the Organization of the Islamic Conference, Sunday visited Bihar’s free coaching centre here for poor students aspiring for an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) berth.

After visiting Super 30, a free coaching centre that helps economically backward students …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Rs.2.31 lakh crore in 3 years for RTE: Pranab

KOLKATA – The Human Resource Development (HRD) ministry would be allocated Rs 2.31 lakh crore over the next three years to establish infrastructure for implementing the Right to Education (RTE) law, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said here Sunday.

“The HRD Minister (Kapil Sibal) has said Rs.2,31,000 crore will be required for implementing RTE in the next [..] Read the original article: here.

IGNOU to host 6th pan-Commonwealth forum on open learning

NEW DELHI – Around 700 delegates from 70 countries are expected to participate in the Sixth Pan-Commonwealth Forum on Open Learning to be hosted in Kochi by the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Nov 24-28 to discuss the importance of open and distance learning.

The conference will discuss what open and distance learning has … Original article on : IGNOU to host 6th pan-Commonwealth forum on open learning.

Kerala nursing students in Melbourne to protest new rules

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – Hundreds of nursing students from Kerala in Melbourne will march in protest to the Victorian parliament Wednesday against the new rules for nurses.

Vinaya Augustine, 25, who is doing a basic course in nursing at the Deakin University in Melbourne, is a worried student.
“Till July this year the rule … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kerala nursing students in Melbourne to protest new rules.

Paleolithic Age: The Era of Hominids

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Paleolithic Age redirects 750,000 years back in history. Paleo and Lithos are both Greek words. Paleo means old and Lithos means Stone. It is commonly known as the ‘old stone age’ or simply stone age. This is a prehistoric era dominated by the hominids. It ends with the development of …. Original source  : Paleolithic Age: The Era of Hominids.

Fashion provides opportunities everywhere in India: Designers

CHANDIGARH – Designers from small towns as well as big cities have bright prospects in the fashion industry and Chandigarh itself is sitting on a goldmine of talent, say leading names like Raghvendra Rathore and Shantanu and Nikhil.

“It is not the case of a big city or small city, we have opportunities everywhere. The future … Read more >>.

Citing India, China challenge, Obama pushes for education

WASHINGTON – For the second time in a week, President Barack Obama has pointed to the rise of India and China to ask Americans to produce more graduates to compete globally and regain its top status.

“From Beijing to Bangalore from Seoul to Sao Paulo new industries and innovations are flourishing; our competition is growing fiercer,” … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Citing India, China challenge, Obama pushes for education.

Ind. utility counselor says he’s ‘deeply concerned’ about Duke plant cost overruns

Ind. counselor ‘deeply concerned’ about Duke plant

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana’s advocate for utility ratepayers said Monday he is “deeply concerned” about the mounting cost of a coal-gasification plant Duke Energy Corp. is building and urged state regulators to protect Duke’s customers from the cost overruns.
Indiana Utility Consumer Counselor David Stippler’s comments came four months after Duke … Original article on : Ind. utility counselor says he’s ‘deeply concerned’ about Duke plant cost overruns.

Mayor of impoverished New Jersey city announces plan to keep libraries open amid budget cuts

Mayor of poor NJ city offers library rescue plan

CAMDEN, N.J. – The mayor of one of the nation’s poorest cities is working on a plan to keep the city’s three libraries open and available to residents after the library board announced last week they would be closed due to budget cuts.
Camden Mayor Dana Redd said … Read : Mayor of impoverished New Jersey city announces plan to keep libraries open amid budget cuts.

Obama, on midterm campaign trail, says Republicans playing politics with small business aid

Obama raps Republicans on small business help
AUSTIN, Texas – President Barack Obama is accusing Senate Republicans of blocking help to small businesses because of midterm-election politics .
Obama said at a Democratic National Committee fundraiser in Texas on Monday that Democrats have given eight tax cuts to small businesses so far that don’t add … Read more >>>.

Over 9,000 RTE complaints in Delhi

NEW DELHI – Over 9,000 complaints – ranging from denial of admission in various city schools to flouting of the Right to Education Act by the institutes – have flooded Delhi’s child rights body.

According to Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights’ (DCPCR) chairperson Amod Kanth, the body has already disposed of around 1,000 such … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Over 9,000 RTE complaints in Delhi.

Jamia to organise conference on remote sensing

NEW DELHI – Experts from various institutions, including the premier Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), will participate in a day-long conference Tuesday on ‘Remote Sensing and GIS for Environmental Management’ organised by the Jamia Millia Islamia University.

The conference will cover new horizons in the areas of spatial technology for hydrology, water and air pollution, … Original article on : Jamia to organise conference on remote sensing.

Jamia to organise book donation camp

NEW DELHI – As part of its community development initiative, the Jamia Millia Islamia University in collaboration with the Youth Empowerment Services NGO is organising a book donation programme for distribution to the needy.

The two-day programme will be held Aug 10-11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Jamia campus.
As part [..] Read the original article: here.

Obama travels Monday to Texas to push his higher-education agenda, raise campaign cash

Obama on the road to promote higher-ed, raise cash
AUSTIN, Texas – With the fall campaign season fast approaching, President Barack Obama flew to Texas Monday to raise money for fellow Democrats and give a speech emphasizing his commitment to higher education.
From Washington to New York City, and from Atlanta … Read more >>.

British premier denies plan to take up Thatcher’s infamous policy on scrapping school milk

Britain denies plan to scrap free school milk

LONDON – The British government said Monday it would continue giving free milk each day to school children under 5 years old, despite a drive to sharply cut public spending.
Prime Minister David Cameron’s office confirmed that he had personally scotched a proposal to extend Margaret Thatcher’s 1971 move, … Read more >>.

Panjab University’s dental college faces disaffiliation

CHANDIGARH – Panjab University’s Dr. Harvansh Singh Judge Institute of Dental Sciences will no longer be able to admit new students as its affiliation has been cancelled for failing to meet guidelines.

The Dental Council of India (DCI) decided to cancel the affiliation on the grounds that the four-year-old dental college had failed to meet … Original article on : Panjab University’s dental college faces disaffiliation.

Board to regulate madrassa education planned

LUCKNOW – The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) is all set to create its independent education board to institutionalize and modernize madrassa education in the country.

Lucknow’s Naib Imam and prominent member of AIMPLB national executive Maulana Khalid Rasheed told IANS here Monday: “The new board would be set up on the pattern … Read more : Board to regulate madrassa education planned.

Mahathir backs English teaching in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR – Former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad has strongly backed the continuance of English language teaching in Malaysia, saying this “will not make us less patriotic.”

He has joined the ongoing debate on the usage of the language of the country’s onetime British rulers in present-day education.
“People should accept the fact that [..] Read the original article: here.

Obama signs bill to boost aid to states

WASHINGTON – US President Barack Obama Tuesday signed a 26-billion-dollar bill to help states prevent teacher layoffs and make their medicaid payments, hours after the House of Representatives passed it.

By a vote of 247 to 161, the House Tuesday afternoon gave the bill a green light, designed to ease the tight state budget amid …. Original article  : Obama signs bill to boost aid to states.

House OKs emergency bill to help save teachers’ jobs; Obama immediately signs it into law

Obama signs emergency bill to halt teacher layoffs
WASHINGTON – Summoned back from summer break, the House on Tuesday pushed through an emergency $26 billion jobs bill that Democrats said would save 300,000 teachers, police and others from election-year layoffs. President Barack Obama immediately signed it into law.
Lawmakers streamed back to Washington …. Read the original article  : House OKs emergency bill to help save teachers’ jobs; Obama immediately signs it into law.

Obama signs $26 billion bill to help teachers, public workers

Obama signs bill to help teachers
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama has signed a bill that he says will save hundreds of thousands of teachers and other public workers from unemployment.
Obama signed the measure into law just hours after the House passed it in a special one-day session during what would normally be the … Read more »»».

Emergency session: House passes $26 billion bill to help save jobs of teachers, other workers

House OKs emergency bill to halt teacher layoffs
WASHINGTON – Summoned back from summer break, the House on Tuesday pushed through an emergency $26 billion jobs bill to protect 300,000 teachers, police and others from election-year layoffs. President Barack Obama was to sign the measure by day’s end.
Lawmakers streamed back to Washington for a …. Original article  : Emergency session: House passes $26 billion bill to help save jobs of teachers, other workers.

In emergency session, House passes $26 billion bill to help teachers, public workers

House passes bill to help teachers, public workers
WASHINGTON – The House has passed a $26 billion jobs bill to protect 300,000 teachers and other nonfederal government workers from election-year layoffs.
House Democratic leaders summoned lawmakers back to Washington during their summer break to act on the measure, saying that Congress could not sit idle … Read this article on Gaea Times at : In emergency session, House passes $26 billion bill to help teachers, public workers.

Correction: College textbooks story

Correction: College textbooks story
In an Aug. 8 story about the cost of college textbooks, The Associated Press misidentified a Web site that sells digital textbooks. The site is CourseSmart.com, not CourseMart.com.
…. Source  : Correction: College textbooks story.

Families spending more on education; people think they’re healthier in ‘green’ buildings

Spending more for school, green buildings
EDUCATION SPEND TRENDS HIGHER: U.S. families are scrambling to pay for the ever-rising cost of their children’s college educations, a new survey shows.

Families said their spending for education rose 24 percent, on average, to $24,907 during the 2009-10 school year.
The biggest chunk of money for college – 37 percent – …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Families spending more on education; people think they’re healthier in ‘green’ buildings.

92 teams participate in IGNOU quiz contest in Bangalore

BANGALORE – A total 92 teams of two members each participated in the first-ever multi-city inter-school general quiz contest hosted by the Indira Gandhi Open University (IGNOU) here Tuesday.

Sri Kumaran’s Children Home (SKCH) comprising Milind Hegde and Vikas Kashyap bagged the Winner’s Trophy and individual trophies.
The runners-up were also from SKCH, with Aditya … Read more : 92 teams participate in IGNOU quiz contest in Bangalore.

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed by Geronimo’s descendants seeking return of remains

Judge dismisses lawsuit over Geronimo’s remains

NEW HAVEN, Conn. – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by descendants of the Apache warrior Geronimo, who claimed some of his remains were stolen in 1918 by a student society at Yale University.
The lawsuit was filed last year in Washington by 20 descendants who want to rebury Geronimo … Original source on Gaea Times at : Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed by Geronimo’s descendants seeking return of remains.

In emergency session, House takes up $26 billion bill to help teachers, public workers

House moves to help teachers, public workers
WASHINGTON – House members returned to steamy Washington in a rare August callback to clear a $26 billion jobs bill with unmistakeable implications for the midterm elections.
House Democratic leaders, intent on showing disenchanted voters their commitment to economic recovery, insisted on the one-day … Original source on Gaea Times at : In emergency session, House takes up $26 billion bill to help teachers, public workers.

India to host Asian science camp

NEW DELHI – Scientists and students from across the world will participate in an Asian Science Camp organised in India for the first time Aug 17-19, an official said Tuesday.

The Asian Science Camp aims to enlighten talented science students through discussions and dialogue with top scholars of the world.
“Eleven world renowned scientists … Read more »».

Educate your girls, urges Unicef ambassador Priyanka

NEW DELHI – Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra says affluent people often think higher education is not needed for their girls and as the brand ambassador for Unicef, her top priority will be educating young and underprivileged girls in slums and villages.

“I have been unofficially associated with Unicef since the last few years and I have …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Educate your girls, urges Unicef ambassador Priyanka.

Anti-ragging campaign on bus in Delhi University

NEW DELHI – With the flagging off of a special bus, a national campaign against ragging will be launched in Delhi University (DU) Wednesday.

The campaign titled ‘Bus Aur Nahin’ will be flagged off by Vice-Chancellor Deepak Paintal outside his office in the main campus area at 10.15 a.m.
“The special, colourful bus will travel from …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Anti-ragging campaign on bus in Delhi University.

Lawyers for Mass. bullying defendants seek medical records of girl who killed herself

Mass. bullying defendants seek medical records

HADLEY, Mass. – Lawyers for two teenagers accused of bullying a Massachusetts high school freshman before she killed herself have asked a judge to let them see the girl’s medical records in an effort to show that she was suicidal long before she took her own life.
Six former South Hadley … Original source on Gaea Times at : Lawyers for Mass. bullying defendants seek medical records of girl who killed herself.

At a Glance: Universities where students can bet on their grades with website Ultrinsic

Glance: Schools where students can make grade bets

Students at 36 schools nationwide can bet on their academic performance, starting this month through the New York-based website Ultrinsic.
Here’s a list of the schools:
- University of California, Berkeley
- Stanford University
- University of California, Los Angeles
- University of Southern California
- University of Connecticut
- Georgetown University
- Howard University
- American … Original source on Gaea Times at : At a Glance: Universities where students can bet on their grades with website Ultrinsic.

What would Mom say? NY-based website takes wagers from students on their own grades

Website sponsors gambling on grades at 36 colleges

LAS VEGAS – Think you’re going to ace freshman year? Want to put money on that?
A website called Ultrinsic is taking wagers on grades from students at 36 colleges nationwide starting this month.
Just as Las Vegas sports books set odds on football games, Ultrinsic will pay you top …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : What would Mom say? NY-based website takes wagers from students on their own grades.

‘Starting to live’: Victims of female circumcision seek out Colo. doctor for healing surgery

Female circumcision victims seek out Colo. doctor

TRINIDAD, Colo. – This picturesque southern Colorado town known for decades as the sex-change capital of the world – thousands of gender-reassignment operations have been performed here – is becoming a beacon for victims of female genital mutilation.
Dr. Marci Bowers has performed about two dozen reconstructive surgeries on mostly … Original article on : ‘Starting to live’: Victims of female circumcision seek out Colo. doctor for healing surgery.

Goa university to have chair for diaspora studies

PANAJI – The University Grants Commission (UGC) has agreed to create a chair for diaspora studies at the Goa university, Goa non-resident Indian (NRI) commissioner Eduardo Faleiro said Tuesday.

He said at a press conference here that the university had been asked to draft a proposal for creating a diaspora studies chair and send it …. Original article  : Goa university to have chair for diaspora studies.

Former soccer great Weah pursues higher education as part of quest for Liberian presidency

George Weah gets educated in quest for election

MONROVIA, Liberia – George Weah was at one time the greatest soccer player in the world.
Now he’s planning a run at the presidency of his native Liberia for the second time.
Weah was FIFA’s Player of the Year in 1995, and went into politics in 2005. Although he beat …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Former soccer great Weah pursues higher education as part of quest for Liberian presidency.

New refugee students in NYC get ready for school in the US, from academics to fire drills

New refugee students in NY get ready for US school

NEW YORK – For their first fire drill, teachers at the Refugee Summer Youth Academy gathered their students, leading them out of the building to show them what to do during drills in the upcoming school year.
But one thing was missing: the sirens. They had been …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : New refugee students in NYC get ready for school in the US, from academics to fire drills.

Arriving from Africa, students make a home in India (Feature with images)

NEW DELHI – Two years ago, an apprehensive Joseph Gitonga arrived in India from Kenya to study to become a teacher. Now, he has one refrain – India is incredible.

Every year, Delhi is thronged by students from the African continent in pursuit of better opportunity for higher studies.
There are around 1,500 students in the … Read more »».

Jamia Milia gets grant of Rs.54.2 crore

NEW DELHI – The University Grants Commission (UGC) has allocated a special grant of Rs.54.2 crore for Jamia Millia Islamia University, an official said here Thursday.

“The fund has been allocated for the purpose of upgradation of laboratories, construction of new buildings, extension of old buildings, expansion of hostels and dinning facilities, availability of high speed …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Jamia Milia gets grant of Rs.54.2 crore.

Quinnipiac University’s Title IX plan keeps cheerleading, volleyball, adds women’s rugby

Quinnipiac adds women’s rugby under Title IX plan

HARTFORD, Conn. – Quinnipiac University plans to keep its women’s volleyball team and its competitive cheer squad as it follows a court order to bring its athletics programs into compliance with federal gender-equity requirements.
Under a plan filed in federal court on Wednesday, the university also proposes adding women’s … Read : Quinnipiac University’s Title IX plan keeps cheerleading, volleyball, adds women’s rugby.

Back to school: Business owners take courses, seminars to get new skills, keep up with changes

Business owners go back to school for new skills

NEW YORK – With the start of the new school year, many small business owners are about to become students.
Some are brand-new entrepreneurs who want to learn the basics, such as how to use accounting software. Others are veterans who want to learn new skills so they … Original source on Gaea Times at : Back to school: Business owners take courses, seminars to get new skills, keep up with changes.

Former Colombian President Uribe accepts scholar post at Georgetown University

Colombian ex-president to teach at Georgetown U

BOGOTA, Colombia – Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe is taking his political expertise to Georgetown University in Washington, where he has been named a distinguished scholar.
The university announced Wednesday that Uribe will hold seminars and work with faculty on international issues during the 2010-11 academic year.
Carol Lancaster, dean of …. Original article  : Former Colombian President Uribe accepts scholar post at Georgetown University.

Anti-ragging campaign launched in Delhi University

NEW DELHI – With the flagging off of a special bus, a national campaign titled ‘Bus Aur Nahin’ against ragging was launched in Delhi University (DU) Wednesday.

The bus will travel to nine cities in the country covering over 40 colleges to create awareness against ragging.
“The special, colourful bus will travel from Delhi … Read more »».

UGC claims its advice must before government action against varsity

NEW DELHI – The University Grants Commission (UGC) Wednesday told the Supreme Court that the government could act in any matter related to a varsity, including recognition or derecognition, only after its recommendation.

The UGC said its recommendation in matters related to the status of a university were not binding on the central government.
The apex … Original source on Gaea Times at : UGC claims its advice must before government action against varsity.

President to open Sri Venkateswara college’s 50th year bash

NEW DELHI – President Pratibha Patil will inaugurate the golden jubilee celebrations of Delhi University’s Sri Venkateswara college Aug 17.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister K. Rosaiah, Union Urban Development Minister S. Jaipal Reddy and agricultural scientist M.S. Swaminathan will also attend the function to be held at Vigyan Bhavan in the capital.
Sharing the details of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : President to open Sri Venkateswara college’s 50th year bash.

Court reinstates Andhra varsity vice-chancellor

HYDERABAD – The Andhra Pradesh High Court Wednesday reinstated Kusuma Kumari as the vice-chancellor of the Sri Krishnadevaraya University in Anantapur district. She was removed by the government earlier this month over alleged lapses.

In an interim order, the court set aside the government order dismissing her for alleged involvement in irregularities in recruitment of professors. [..] Read the original article: here.

Civil services topper visits Jamia Millia to inspire students

NEW DELHI – Kashmiri youth icon Shah Faisal, who topped the civil services examination last year, gave a first hand account of his success to the students of Jamia Millia Islamia University, a university official said Wednesday.

The interactive session – in the form of an open question-answer session – was organised Tuesday by the Centre [..] Read the original article: here.

Indian-origin man cracks world’s toughest sum

LONDON – An Indian-origin computer scientist based in the US claims to have solved one of the world’s most complex mathematical riddles.

Vinay Deolalikar, who works with the US multinational information technology corporation Hewlett-Packard in California, believes he has solved the problem of “P versus NP”, Daily Telegraph reported Wednesday.
The Massachusetts-based Clay Mathematical Institute …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Indian-origin man cracks world’s toughest sum.

Dhaka closes schools, colleges during Ramadan

DHAKA – All schools and colleges across Dhaka will be closed during Ramadan after the Bangladeshi capital witnessed huge traffic snarls during the initial days of the holy month.

The government Thursday declared closure of educational institutions Aug 14-Sep 16 after the home ministry suggested that all schools and colleges in the capital be closed to … Read more : Dhaka closes schools, colleges during Ramadan.

UC Berkeley drops part of gene-scanning program for incoming students to comply with regs

UC Berkeley drops part of gene-scanning program

BERKELEY, Calif. – The University of California, Berkeley, said Thursday it would drop part of its genetic testing program for incoming students to comply with instructions from state health regulators.
University officials said they would abide by the California Department of Public Health’s finding that the voluntary gene scans must … Read more : UC Berkeley drops part of gene-scanning program for incoming students to comply with regs.

College professor in NY says he was let go for being foreign and not gay; school denies claim

Professor claims NY college favored gays over him

WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. – A New York college professor says he was passed over for promotions for being heterosexual and then was fired for complaining.
Dr. Csaba Marosan (CHUH’-bah mor-oh-SHAHN’) is awaiting a hearing after investigators for the state Division of Human Rights found probable cause to support his claims … Original article on : College professor in NY says he was let go for being foreign and not gay; school denies claim.

Students wait for fee refund from closed European varsity

CHANDIGARH – Twenty-nine students from different towns of Punjab and Haryana are waiting for the refund of their tuition fees, amounting to Rs. 87 lakh, from a Dutch university that was closed in June.

The students had applied for different courses at the European University for Professional Education (EUPE) at The Hague in Holland for the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Students wait for fee refund from closed European varsity.

Refugees, survivors of war prepare for their next challenge _ attending American schools

Refugees prepare for next challenge: School in US

NEW YORK – For their first fire drill, students at the Refugee Youth Summer Academy trooped out of the building behind their teachers. All that was missing were the sirens.
The blaring alarms had been muted, for fear they could trigger terror in children who recently arrived from war …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Refugees, survivors of war prepare for their next challenge _ attending American schools.

Pre-school fees rose 120 percent in last five years

NEW DELHI – Branded pre-schools across the country increased their fees 120 percent between 2005 and 2010, a survey has found.

The average fees for the kindergarten segment have gone up from Rs.1,500 to over 3,500 per month, the survey by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) showed.
The survey also … Original source on Gaea Times at : Pre-school fees rose 120 percent in last five years.

P vs NP Problem Solved By HP Scientist

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- A scientist of Indian origin has claimed that he has found the solution to the P vs NP problem that has eluded the mathematicians all over the world for decades. Vinay Deolalikar, a scientist for the HP laboratories will become eligible for the $1 million prize money from the Clay Mathematics …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : P vs NP Problem Solved By HP Scientist.

Nalanda University Bill introduced

NEW DELHI – A bill for re-establishing the ancient Nalanda university was introduced in the Rajya Sabha Thursday.

The Nalanda University Bill, 2010, will establish a central university in Nalanda district of Bihar, identifying with the ancient university, which was founded in 5th century AD and became a centre of learning for students from all … Read : Nalanda University Bill introduced.

Bill soon for councils in higher education, health: PM

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday said a bill will be brought soon in parliament to set up two separate councils in higher education and health to accelerate eforms in these areas.

In his Independence Day speech, Manmohan Singh said the country had been giving special attention to education and health since he …. Read the original article  : Bill soon for councils in higher education, health: PM.

Rich Rodriguez, rest of Michigan’s contingent faces NCAA infractions committee in Seattle

Michigan completes hearing before NCAA
SEATTLE – Rich Rodriguez walked briskly toward the escalator, ready to get out of a hotel ballroom and back on a plane to Michigan.

“Certainly glad this part of the process is over,” Michigan’s football coach said in his only comment Saturday afternoon after a 7??-hour hearing before the NCAA committee on … Read more >>>.

No interference in madrassas: Sibal

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said Saturday that the government had no intention of interfering in the process of religious education imparted in madrassas.

But he said schools run by religious minorities will have to comply with quality provisions of the law on right to education.
Sibal, who interacted with academics and … Read more >>>.

Land to ISB raises hackles in Punjab

CHANDIGARH – The allotment of 70 acres of prime land at a token amount of Re.1 for a 99-year lease to leading management institute Indian School of Business (ISB) by the Punjab government at Mohali town has raised the hackles of other institutions.

The Punjab Unaided Technical Institution Association (PUTIA), which comprises several private management, engineering … Original article on : Land to ISB raises hackles in Punjab.

Eureka! Delhi school boys discover new asteroid

NEW DELHI – Wonders never cease to exist. Two Delhi students have discovered a new asteroid as part of a unique astronomy project connected to the US space agency NASA.

Amanjot Singh and Sahil Wadhwa, both Class 12 students of Ryan International School, discovered a main belt asteroid (2010 PO24) on Aug 6 as part of …. Source article  : Eureka! Delhi school boys discover new asteroid.

Obama plans White House reception next month for college student athletes

Obama to honor NCAA student athletes
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama next month will honor student athletes from dozens of colleges and various sports with a reception at the White House.
The White House said Friday the NCAA student athletes will be recognized for their accomplishments in the classroom as well as on and off …. Original article  : Obama plans White House reception next month for college student athletes.

Calif. school district settles lawsuit with girl who wore ‘disruptive’ anti-abortion T-shirt

Calif. school settles suit with anti-abortion girl

FRESNO, Calif. – A California school district sued by a former sixth-grade student who was asked to remove an anti-abortion T-shirt has agreed to pay $50,000 to settle the suit.
Attorneys for Tiffany Amador said Friday that officials at Merced’s McSwain Union Elementary School called the T-shirt disruptive when she …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Calif. school district settles lawsuit with girl who wore ‘disruptive’ anti-abortion T-shirt.

Student lender Nelnet agrees to pay $55 million to settle whistle-blower lawsuit

Student lender Nelnet settles lawsuit for $55M

OMAHA, Neb. – Student lender Nelnet said Friday it agreed to pay $55 million to settle a whistle-blower lawsuit that accused the company and nine other lenders of defrauding the U.S. government out of $1 billion.
Nelnet did not admit any wrongdoing as part of the settlement, which will affect … Original article on : Student lender Nelnet agrees to pay $55 million to settle whistle-blower lawsuit.

States avoid massive layoffs through $26B in federal aid, but bill only postpones hard choices

Aid helps states escape layoffs, but for how long?

NEW YORK – Cash-strapped states from Maine to Hawaii are tearing up the pink slips – for now – relieved that the $26 billion state aid bill passed by Congress this week has saved hundreds of thousands of jobs. But it might be the last time the … Read more : States avoid massive layoffs through $26B in federal aid, but bill only postpones hard choices.

For-profit colleges rein in paying recruiters based on enrollment numbers

For-profit colleges rein in recruiting tactics

DENVER – Two for-profit colleges whose recruiting tactics were singled out in a scathing undercover government investigation are pledging to stop using enrollment targets as a factor in paying admissions representatives.
Denver-based Westwood College will begin paying admissions officials a fixed salary Aug. 21, part of a series of reforms adopted … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : For-profit colleges rein in paying recruiters based on enrollment numbers.

Private medical colleges to come up in Chhattisgarh

RAIPUR – The Chhattisgarh government has approved a proposal to allow private players to open medical colleges in the state, the health minister said Friday.

“The government has approved a policy for setting up of private medical colleges in the state and land will be provided to them at a token amount of just Re.1,” state … Read : Private medical colleges to come up in Chhattisgarh.

Jamia’s biotechnology department is one of top 10

NEW DELHI – Jamia Millia Islamia university’s biotechnology department has been rated one of the top 10 public institutes of India in a nationwide survey, a university official said Monday.

The biotechnology department of the university was surveyed under various categories like ranking by industry interaction, ranking by faculty score, ranking by infrastructure score and ranking … Original article on : Jamia’s biotechnology department is one of top 10.

Even primary level kids sexually abuse marms in Britain

LONDON – Woman teachers are subjected to sexual abuse by their students as young as six in Britain, official figures revealed Monday.

Kids across the country have ogled, groped and even threatened to rape staff in growing numbers, the data show.
Hundreds of teachers have been propositioned or ridiculed, and children have even fondled …. Original article  : Even primary level kids sexually abuse marms in Britain.

New pro-vice-chancellor for Jamia Millia

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Millia Islamia University has appointed S.M. Rashid the new pro-vice-chancellor, an official said Monday.

Professor Rashid, who was the dean of the faculty of natural sciences, specialises in remote-sensing and has been working in the area of cartography.
Speaking about his new appointment, Rashid said: “I would work in the best …. Source  : New pro-vice-chancellor for Jamia Millia.

In polyglot Lebanon, some fear Arabic language is losing ground

Lebanon tries to retain Arabic in polyglot culture

BEIRUT – Maya Sabti’s children were born and raised in Lebanon but they speak only broken Arabic and cringe when presented with an Arabic book to read.
“I try to get them interested, but I don’t blame them that they’re not,” said Sabti, whose children are 8 and 10. … Read : In polyglot Lebanon, some fear Arabic language is losing ground.

Study: Teen flings bad for grades, but sex in relationship doesn’t affect school performance

Teen sex not always bad for school performance

LOS ANGELES – There’s good news for parents who worry that their teenagers’ sex lives are affecting their school performance: A provocative new study has found that teens in committed relationships do no better or worse in school than those who don’t have sex.
The same isn’t true for …. Source article  : Study: Teen flings bad for grades, but sex in relationship doesn’t affect school performance.

Turkey: Orthodox Christians gather for first Mass in almost 90 years at ancient monastery

Turkey: patriarch holds historic Mass at monastery
MACKA, Turkey – Orthodox Christians held the first Mass in almost 90 years at an ancient monastery on the side of a Turkish mountain Sunday, after the government allowed worship there in a gesture toward religious minorities.
At least 1,500 pilgrims, including from Greece and Russia, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Turkey: Orthodox Christians gather for first Mass in almost 90 years at ancient monastery.

Chinese varsities ban extra-marital affairs

SHANGHAI – Having an extra-marital affair or “wrecking” other people’s marriages can now lead to expulsion from universities in China.

“Those who maintain ’special relationships’ with married people will be kicked out from the campus,” Guangzhou-based South China Normal University said in a statement.
The Chongqing Normal University issued a similar warning, but in a more … Original article on : Chinese varsities ban extra-marital affairs.

Colleges should prepare students for jobs: President

NEW DELHI – President Pratibha Patil Tuesday urged educational institutions to prepare students as skilled workers as there was often a mismatch between the talents that graduates possess and the needs of employers.

Inaugurating the golden jubilee celebration of Delhi University’s Sri Venkateswara College, Patil said: “The mismatch of skills leads to low employability ratio of [..] Read the original article: here.

Jamia: Sports Authority of India’s new extension centre

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) university has been adopted as an extension centre by the Sports Authority of India, an official said Tuesday.

“The varsity will be used as ‘Special Training Centre’ and ‘Special Area Games’ for junior level trainees,” JMI media coordinator Simi Malhotra said.
She said schools and colleges, which are …. Source article  : Jamia: Sports Authority of India’s new extension centre.

Shortage of one million elementary school teachers: Sibal

NEW DELHI – Underlining a shortage of 1.2 million teachers at the elementary school level, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Tuesday called for improvement in their standards and also in salaries and facilities for them.

“The availability of good teachers is the biggest challenge for the education system,” Sibal said addressing the 15th foundation …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

WBUT Student Ragged By Seniors

SILIGURI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- In a condemnable incident that has sent shock waves among the students of engineering and their parents, a student of Siliguri Institute of Technology was forced to return to his home after the commencement of the new academic session. The student named Riju Ghosh was severely tortured by two senior students …. Original article  : WBUT Student Ragged By Seniors.

Harvard regains spot atop U.S. News college rankings, focus on grad rates spurs movement

Harvard regains spot atop U.S. News rankings

Harvard pulled ahead of Ivy League rival Princeton in the latest edition of the influential U.S. News & World Report university rankings, while a stronger emphasis on graduation rates drove other changes in the Top 10.
The nation’s oldest university and traditionally one of its most selective, Harvard has topped …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

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Is that for-profit certificate worth the debt?

NEW YORK – One sign a degree from a for-profit school may not be worth pursuing? You won’t be able to repay your student loans after graduating.
New data from the Department of Education reveals low repayment rates among recent graduates of for-profit schools, which usually offer certificate programs or …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Want to earn a professional degree to advance your career? Read this first.

Stores recognize that school shoppers aren’t looking for cookie-cutters

School shoppers giving a lesson in individualism

NEW YORK – Stores and manufacturers always try to court kids during the all-important back-to-school season, but now that engagement means interactivity, not a flier with coupons or a catalog full of smiling children clutching notebooks.
Kids want shopping to be fun, and they want clothes and shopping experiences with … Original article on : Stores recognize that school shoppers aren’t looking for cookie-cutters.

Lightening strike kills 7 children at religious school in Sudan’s Darfur region

Lightening kills 7 school children in Darfur

KHARTOUM, Sudan – Sudan’s state news agency says lightening has struck a religious school in the country’s western Darfur region, killing seven children.
The report quoted a local official as saying the children, between the ages of 10 and 13, were attending a Quranic school in the remote village of … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Lightening strike kills 7 children at religious school in Sudan’s Darfur region.

Anti-war protesters call for removal of former Bush attorney who teaches law at UC Berkeley

Protesters call for UC Berkeley law prof’s removal

BERKELEY, Calif. – Anti-war activists are protesting at the University of California, Berkeley to demand the removal of a law professor who used to craft legal theories for the Bush administration on waterboarding and other harsh interrogation techniques.
Monday is the first day of classes at UC Berkeley’s School …. Read the original article  : Anti-war protesters call for removal of former Bush attorney who teaches law at UC Berkeley.

For-profit education shares dive as government data suggests student loan access in jeopardy

For-profit education shares dive on loan data

NEW YORK – Shares of for-profit education companies slid Monday as government data showed that many of their students aren’t repaying school loans, which could imperil the ability of their students to receive federal financial aid, the bulk of the schools’ revenue.
Several schools contested the government’s methodology, but that …. Read the original article  : For-profit education shares dive as government data suggests student loan access in jeopardy.

Washington Post Co. warns that federal rules could hurt Kaplan division; stock falls

Shares drop as Post Co. warns on Kaplan division

NEW YORK – Shares of The Washington Post Co. fell Monday after government data showed its biggest and most profitable division could run up against proposed federal regulations governing for-profit colleges.
The Post Co. warned earlier this month that changes in federal education policy could hurt results at … Read more : Washington Post Co. warns that federal rules could hurt Kaplan division; stock falls.

India launches phase-II of African e-network project

NEW DELHI – India Monday launched the second phase of pan-Africa e-network, adding 12 more countries to the New Delhi-aided long distance education and tele-medicine programme.

Speaking to senior ministers of 12 African countries via videoconference, External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna underlined the importance India attaches to developing multi-faceted and enduring partnership with the African continent. …. Original source  : India launches phase-II of African e-network project.

Yale hires ousted war general Stanley McChrystal to teach leadership course

Gen. McChrystal to teach leadership at Yale
WASHINGTON – Yale University says it has hired retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal to teach a graduate level seminar on leadership on its New Haven, Conn., campus.
McChrystal is the former commander of the Afghanistan war. He was fired in July by President Barack Obama because of disparaging comments …. Source  : Yale hires ousted war general Stanley McChrystal to teach leadership course.

12,000 MW wind power tapped: Abdullah

NEW DELHI – The government Monday said that 12,000 MW of wind energy has been tapped so far out of the total potential of 48,500 MW in the country.

New and Renewable Energy Minister Farooq Abdullah informed the Rajya Sabha that more than half of the 9,000 MW target for the 11th five-year plan (2007-2012) … Original source on Gaea Times at : 12,000 MW wind power tapped: Abdullah.

At likely 1832 mass grave in Pa., unearthed bones show murder of Irish immigrant rail workers

Old Irish bones may yield murderous secrets in Pa.

MALVERN, Pa. – Young and strapping, the 57 Irish immigrants began grueling work in the summer of 1832 on the Philadelphia and Columbia railroad. Within weeks, all were dead of cholera.
Or were they murdered?
Two skulls unearthed at a probable mass grave near Philadelphia this month showed signs …. Original article  : At likely 1832 mass grave in Pa., unearthed bones show murder of Irish immigrant rail workers.

Jamia’s biotechnology department is one of top 10

NEW DELHI – Jamia Millia Islamia university’s biotechnology department has been rated one of the top 10 public institutes of India in a nationwide survey, a university official said Monday.

The biotechnology department of the university was surveyed under various categories like ranking by industry interaction, ranking by faculty score, ranking by infrastructure score and ranking …. Original source  : Jamia’s biotechnology department is one of top 10.

Even primary level kids sexually abuse marms in Britain

LONDON – Woman teachers are subjected to sexual abuse by their students as young as six in Britain, official figures revealed Monday.

Kids across the country have ogled, groped and even threatened to rape staff in growing numbers, the data show.
Hundreds of teachers have been propositioned or ridiculed, and children have even fondled … Original source on Gaea Times at : Even primary level kids sexually abuse marms in Britain.

New pro-vice-chancellor for Jamia Millia

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Millia Islamia University has appointed S.M. Rashid the new pro-vice-chancellor, an official said Monday.

Professor Rashid, who was the dean of the faculty of natural sciences, specialises in remote-sensing and has been working in the area of cartography.
Speaking about his new appointment, Rashid said: “I would work in the best …. Read the original article  : here.

In polyglot Lebanon, some fear Arabic language is losing ground

Lebanon tries to retain Arabic in polyglot culture

BEIRUT – Maya Sabti’s children were born and raised in Lebanon but they speak only broken Arabic and cringe when presented with an Arabic book to read.
“I try to get them interested, but I don’t blame them that they’re not,” said Sabti, whose children are 8 and 10. … Read this article on Gaea Times at : In polyglot Lebanon, some fear Arabic language is losing ground.

ACT scores dip slightly as record numbers take test, but more students college-ready

ACT scores dip, but more students college-ready

Average scores on the ACT college entrance exam inched downward this year, yet slightly more students who took the test proved to be prepared for college, according to a report released Wednesday.
The findings sound contradictory. But the exam’s authors point to a growing and more diverse group of test-takers … Original source on Gaea Times at : ACT scores dip slightly as record numbers take test, but more students college-ready.

Punjab Technical University targets Asia, Africa

CHANDIGARH – After launching its centres across India, Punjab Technical University (PTU) is all set to take the education world by storm by foraying into South Asian and African countries.

To start with, PTU will launch its management and technical courses through distance learning programmes in SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) countries and then …. Read the original article  : Punjab Technical University targets Asia, Africa.

Ark. officials worked with wrong figure; additional $5.9M available for lottery scholarships

$5.9M more available for Ark. scholarships

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – About 1,400 more students will be awarded scholarships with money from the Arkansas lottery, Gov. Mike Beebe announced Tuesday after he learned an additional $5.9 million is available from lottery proceeds.
Beebe spokesman Matt DeCample said an “unintentional miscommunication” led the Higher Education Department to base its …. Original source  : Ark. officials worked with wrong figure; additional $5.9M available for lottery scholarships.

Mich. governor to lay out revised 2010-11 budget plan Weds. for lawmakers dealing with deficit

Granholm to lay out revised 2010-11 budget plan

LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Jennifer Granholm plans to lay out a revised spending plan for lawmakers Wednesday and said she hopes they work quickly to get the budget in place.
“We have to get it resolved,” she told reporters Tuesday.
Michigan faces a deficit in the budget year that starts … Read : Mich. governor to lay out revised 2010-11 budget plan Weds. for lawmakers dealing with deficit.

MCI mulls new training facilities

NEW DELHI – As the faculty crunch in medical colleges becomes a major issue of concern, the Medical Council of India (MCI) is now mulling conducting tele-classes for students.

An All India Medical College Tele-Medicine Network is under the consideration of the health ministry, Sita Naik, a member of the MCI’s board of governors, said Tuesday. …. Source article  : MCI mulls new training facilities.

Atlanta schools latest in string of test cheating scandals across nation

Atlanta latest in string of cheating scandals

ATLANTA – A cheating scandal is roiling Atlanta Public Schools, casting into doubt the work of hundreds of students in at least 12 of the mostly poor, mostly minority district’s elementary and middle schools.
At one elementary school, a student said his teacher whispered in his ear the correct answers …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Pa. school district settles with teacher suspended over Facebook photo of her with stripper

Pa. school settles Facebook stripper-photo case

PITTSBURGH – A Pennsylvania school district has agreed to pay $10,000 to the American Civil Liberties Union and a teacher who was suspended after someone posted a Facebook photo of her with a male stripper.
Thirty-seven-year-old Ginger D’Amico also will get more than $4,000 in back pay.
D’Amico is a Spanish teacher …. Original article  : Pa. school district settles with teacher suspended over Facebook photo of her with stripper.

Community college campus shut down near Dallas after reports of gunfire

Reports of gunfire at campus near Dallas
McKINNEY, Texas – A community college about 30 miles north of Dallas has been put on lockdown after reports of gunfire.

An e-mail alert, sent shortly after 9:30 a.m. Tuesday to students and staff of the Collin County Community College District, warned that shots had been fired and that the … Read more >>.

Common medical entrance test from next year: MCI

NEW DELHI – A common entrance test for students aspiring to study medicine is likely to be introduced from the next year, the Medical Council of India (MCI) said Tuesday.

“The common entrance test for undergraduate and postgraduate students will soon be a reality. The health minister has approved (it). We are awaiting the notification to …. Original source  : Common medical entrance test from next year: MCI.

State-run insurers not to withdraw cashless reimbursement

NEW DELHI – State-run general insurance companies will not withdraw cashless health or accidental insurance products and customers can avail such services from the network of hospitals approved by the insurer, the government said Tuesday.

“The public sector general insurance companies have not withdrawn the facility of cashless treatment,” said Minister of State for Finance Namo …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Chinese varsities ban extra-marital affairs

SHANGHAI – Having an extra-marital affair or “wrecking” other people’s marriages can now lead to expulsion from universities in China.

“Those who maintain ’special relationships’ with married people will be kicked out from the campus,” Guangzhou-based South China Normal University said in a statement.
The Chongqing Normal University issued a similar warning, but in a more … Read : Chinese varsities ban extra-marital affairs.

Colleges should prepare students for jobs: President

NEW DELHI – President Pratibha Patil Tuesday urged educational institutions to prepare students as skilled workers as there was often a mismatch between the talents that graduates possess and the needs of employers.

Inaugurating the golden jubilee celebration of Delhi University’s Sri Venkateswara College, Patil said: “The mismatch of skills leads to low employability ratio of …. Read the original article  : Colleges should prepare students for jobs: President.

Jamia: Sports Authority of India’s new extension centre

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) university has been adopted as an extension centre by the Sports Authority of India, an official said Tuesday.

“The varsity will be used as ‘Special Training Centre’ and ‘Special Area Games’ for junior level trainees,” JMI media coordinator Simi Malhotra said.
She said schools and colleges, which are … Read more »».

Shortage of one million elementary school teachers: Sibal

NEW DELHI – Underlining a shortage of 1.2 million teachers at the elementary school level, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Tuesday called for improvement in their standards and also in salaries and facilities for them.

“The availability of good teachers is the biggest challenge for the education system,” Sibal said addressing the 15th foundation [..] Read the original article: here.

WBUT Student Ragged By Seniors

SILIGURI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- In a condemnable incident that has sent shock waves among the students of engineering and their parents, a student of Siliguri Institute of Technology was forced to return to his home after the commencement of the new academic session. The student named Riju Ghosh was severely tortured by two senior students [..] Read the original article: here.

Harvard regains spot atop U.S. News college rankings, focus on grad rates spurs movement

Harvard regains spot atop U.S. News rankings

Harvard pulled ahead of Ivy League rival Princeton in the latest edition of the influential U.S. News & World Report university rankings, while a stronger emphasis on graduation rates drove other changes in the Top 10.
The nation’s oldest university and traditionally one of its most selective, Harvard has topped … Read more : Harvard regains spot atop U.S. News college rankings, focus on grad rates spurs movement.

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Is that for-profit certificate worth the debt?

NEW YORK – One sign a degree from a for-profit school may not be worth pursuing? You won’t be able to repay your student loans after graduating.
New data from the Department of Education reveals low repayment rates among recent graduates of for-profit schools, which usually offer certificate programs or …. Read the original article  : Want to earn a professional degree to advance your career? Read this first.

Stores recognize that school shoppers aren’t looking for cookie-cutters

School shoppers giving a lesson in individualism

NEW YORK – Stores and manufacturers always try to court kids during the all-important back-to-school season, but now that engagement means interactivity, not a flier with coupons or a catalog full of smiling children clutching notebooks.
Kids want shopping to be fun, and they want clothes and shopping experiences with … Original source on Gaea Times at : Stores recognize that school shoppers aren’t looking for cookie-cutters.

Lightening strike kills 7 children at religious school in Sudan’s Darfur region

Lightening kills 7 school children in Darfur

KHARTOUM, Sudan – Sudan’s state news agency says lightening has struck a religious school in the country’s western Darfur region, killing seven children.
The report quoted a local official as saying the children, between the ages of 10 and 13, were attending a Quranic school in the remote village of …. Read the original article  : Lightening strike kills 7 children at religious school in Sudan’s Darfur region.

Anti-war protesters call for removal of former Bush attorney who teaches law at UC Berkeley

Protesters call for UC Berkeley law prof’s removal

BERKELEY, Calif. – Anti-war activists are protesting at the University of California, Berkeley to demand the removal of a law professor who used to craft legal theories for the Bush administration on waterboarding and other harsh interrogation techniques.
Monday is the first day of classes at UC Berkeley’s School …. Source article  : Anti-war protesters call for removal of former Bush attorney who teaches law at UC Berkeley.

Delhi plans four technical institutes in rural areas

NEW DELHI – The Delhi government is planning to open four technical education institutes in rural areas of the capital, an official said Thursday.

“With Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit of the view that rural areas need to be given special care, more teaching institutes can be opened at these places,” the official said.
The chief minister, …. Original article  : Delhi plans four technical institutes in rural areas.

Fresno State, Nevada joining college football’s Mountain West Conference

Fresno State, Nevada headed to MWC
SALT LAKE CITY – The Mountain West is growing, the Western Athletic Conference is in danger of being whittled away and BYU is considering going it alone – at least in football.

The west went wild Wednesday in the latest round of conference shuffling in college sports.
Fresno State and Nevada ended …. Read the original article  : here.

Fresno St., Nevada joining Mountain West Conference

Fresno St., Nevada to MWC
SALT LAKE CITY – The Mountain West is growing, the Western Athletic Conference is in danger of being whittled away and BYU is considering going it alone – at least in football.

The west went wild Wednesday in the latest round of conference shuffling in college sports.
Fresno State and Nevada ended a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Mother slapping baby daughter after child kicked her on airline flight sets off debate

Baby slapping aboard flight sets off debate

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – America’s latest folk-hero flight attendant may be the one on a Southwest Airlines jet who took a 13-month-old baby from her mother after the woman slapped the crying child for kicking her.
The flight attendant’s actions, however, set off an intense debate: When and how should bystanders …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Mother slapping baby daughter after child kicked her on airline flight sets off debate.

IIM-Calcutta goes green

KOLKATA – The Indian Institute of Management-Calcutta (IIM-C) is all set to introduce a new course on eco-friendly technology in its post graduate programme for executives from the 2010-11 session.

“To meet the worldwide thrust on eco-friendly technologies, IIM-C has introduced a new course titled ‘green manufacturing’ for its Post Graduate Programme for Executives for Visionary …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Zipcar to expand Harvard car sharing program to younger drivers

Zipcar expands Harvard cars sharing program

BOSTON – Zipcar will expand its car-sharing service at Harvard University to drivers under 21, a move the company and school said Wednesday will make it easier for students to forgo bringing a car to campus.
Zipcar said it will double its fleet of cars at Harvard to 20 to accommodate … Read more : Zipcar to expand Harvard car sharing program to younger drivers.

SJVNL resumes power generation

SHIMLA – The country’s largest hydropower plant in Himachal Pradesh resumed generation Wednesday after remaining closed for more than 10 days due to increased silt in Sutlej river.

Power generation in the 1,500 MW Nathpa Jhakri project was restored around 4 p.m. as the silt level came down in the river, Vijay Verma, deputy general manager … Read more : SJVNL resumes power generation.

Panel to inspect tented Delhi corporation schools

NEW DELHI – Delhi High Court Wednesday set up a three-member committee of lawyers to inspect the 56 Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) schools where students are being taught under tents.

The committee comprising S.K. Dubey, Najmi Waziri and Ashok Aggrawal has been asked to submit its report within four weeks.
A division bench of … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Panel to inspect tented Delhi corporation schools.

‘Heritage schools’ to be revived

NEW DELHI – The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has taken up a programme for revival of schools set up by eminent educational thinkers across the country during the freedom struggle.

Terming these as heritage schools, the NCERT will restore them to carry forward the ideologies behind these institutions.
“During the freedom struggle, …. Original article  : ‘Heritage schools’ to be revived.

Faculty crunch at premier institutes, admits Sibal

NEW DELHI – Premier educational institutes like the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) are facing a faculty crunch with nearly one-third of the posts vacant, the Lok Sabha was informed Wednesday.

Around 35 percent posts are vacant in the central universities, 25 percent in the IIMs, 33.33 percent … Read more : Faculty crunch at premier institutes, admits Sibal.

US varsity offers $1-million scholarships to Indian students

BANGALORE – The University of Cincinnati will grant undergraduate scholarships worth $1 million to Indian students from the next academic year, the American university said Wednesday.

“We will provide two full scholarships to undergraduate Indian students joining our university in fall 2011. The eligible students should be brilliant and having overcome disadvantages during their educational …. Original source  : US varsity offers $1-million scholarships to Indian students.

Zach Galifianakis’ reading for children at North Carolina library also draws adults

Galifianakis’ children’s reading attracts adults

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. – A reading at a North Carolina library was intended for young people, but the person behind the book attracted plenty of adults as well.
That’s because the reader Tuesday was Zach Galifianakis, a comedian, movie star and Wilkes County, N.C., native. The Winston-Salem Journal reported Galifianakis was at … Read : Zach Galifianakis’ reading for children at North Carolina library also draws adults.

7-time Tour de France champion Armstrong to speak at High Point’s 2011 spring graduation

Armstrong to be graduation speaker at High Point

HIGH POINT, N.C. – High Point University says seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong will serve as its commencement speaker in the spring.
Armstrong will speak on May 7 during the campus graduation ceremony.
The school has attracted some high-profile commencement speakers, including former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani … Original source on Gaea Times at : 7-time Tour de France champion Armstrong to speak at High Point’s 2011 spring graduation.

Depleted WAC looking at rebuilding _ again _ after ’selfish’ departures

WAC commish calls latest departures ’selfish’

SALT LAKE CITY – Fresno State and Nevada should not expect any parting gifts from the other members of the Western Athletic Conference when the Bulldogs and Wolf Pack leave for the Mountain West.
WAC commissioner Karl Benson said on Thursday the departing schools will have to pay $5 million to …. Original source  : Depleted WAC looking at rebuilding _ again _ after ’selfish’ departures.

Lawmakers told fat has been cut and that Nebraska budget knife would hurt education programs

Nebraska lawmakers told no more fat to cut

LINCOLN, Neb. – Nebraska lawmakers have been told that the fat has been cut and the next step is to trim and eliminate programs in the Department of Education to help close a large state-budget gap.
Nebraska Education Commissioner Roger Breed described to the Legislature’s Education Committee on Thursday …. Read the original article  : here.

Tamil Nadu moves apex court over test for aspiring doctors

CHENNAI – The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court expressing its opposition to the central government’s proposal to conduct a combined entrance exam for medical colleges from the next academic session, an official said Thursday.

The government’s petition seeking permission to present its views in a matter related to medical course admissions is expected …. Source article  : Tamil Nadu moves apex court over test for aspiring doctors.

State mourning for killed school-kids in Uttarakhand

DEHRADUN – Uttarakhand Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ Thursday declared three-day state mourning for the 19 school children who were buried alive following collapse of a classroom in the state’s Bageshwar district.

All government-run and aided schools in the entire state will remain closed Aug 19-21 as a mark of respect to the children killed in …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

South African police fire rubber bullets on protesting teachers during nationwide strike

Violence erupts during South Africa strike

JOHANNESBURG – A newborn died Thursday as he was being rushed from a rural government clinic shut down by South Africa’s civil service strike, an example of the costs of a strike that has hit hospitals, schools and courts across the country.
On the second day of the strike, Mpho Gabane, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : South African police fire rubber bullets on protesting teachers during nationwide strike.

Staff Selection Commission Recruitment 2010

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The Government of India has announced the recruitment of various staff through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The recruitment offers great opportunities for all those who are interested in government jobs. The recent announcement has called for all candidates who have passed their Higher Secondary Examination and are within the … Read more »».

‘Jamia’s centre for culture has potential for excellence’

NEW DELHI – In a survey conducted by Bangalore’s India Foundation for the Arts, Jamia Millia Islamia University’s “Centre for Culture, Media & Governance” (CCMG) has been rated as a “Centre with Potential for Excellence”.

The survey called “Arts and Humanities Research Mapping, India” has listed 12 such centres in the country with CCMG being one …. Original source  : ‘Jamia’s centre for culture has potential for excellence’.

Orissa has dress code for school teachers too

BHUBANESWAR – After students, it is the teachers in elementary and upper primary government schools of Orissa who will have to follow a dress code from Sep 15.

The state school and mass education department Thursday sent instructions to all elementary and upper primary schools, asking male teachers to wear black pants and sky blue shirts …. Read the original article  : Orissa has dress code for school teachers too.

Winner of Fields Medal 2010 is Eilon Lindenstrauss

JERUSALEM (GaeaTimes.com) — The owner of the eminent Fields Medal 2010 is Prof. Eilon Lindenstrauss. This medal is given after every four year to honor young scholars, who excel in Mathematics by the International Congress of the International Mathematical Union.
Lindenstrauss is from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He has an undergraduate degree in Mathematics and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Winner of Fields Medal 2010 is Eilon Lindenstrauss.

Canada’s top management school to woo Indian students

TORONTO – Canada’s Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University here plans to offer its world class courses to Indian students and forge tie-ups with Indian universities.

Currently Indian origin students account for about 10 percent of the enrolment at the Ted Rogers School of Management, which is Canada’s largest undergraduate management school and sits …. Original source  : Canada’s top management school to woo Indian students.

Harvard says psychology professor “solely responsible” for scientific misconduct

Harvard: Professor responsible for misconduct

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Harvard University says a faculty committee investigating the work of a psychology professor has found him “solely responsible” for eight instances of scientific misconduct.
Faculty of Arts and Sciences Dean Michael Smith says in a letter sent to faculty Friday that the inquiry found three studies conducted by Marc …. Source  : Harvard says psychology professor “solely responsible” for scientific misconduct.

Ohio family whose teenage daughter committed suicide sues high school in bullying case

Ohio school sued over suicide in bullying case

CLEVELAND – The family of a 16-year-old girl who committed suicide is suing her Ohio school, accusing officials of failing to stop relentless bullying by classmates prior to her death.
The lawsuit says Sladjana Vidovic (sla-JANA’ VID’-uh-vic) was verbally harassed and on one occasion pushed down a set of …. Original article  : Ohio family whose teenage daughter committed suicide sues high school in bullying case.

Corinthian Colleges’ deteriorating loan data, enrollment outlook pull down school shares

Sector Snap: Corinthian results weigh on schools

NEW YORK – Shares of for-profit schools slid Friday after Corinthian Colleges Inc. said its student loan repayment rates were deteriorating, putting it at risk of losing access to federal financial aid for some programs.
The Department of Education can suspend a school’s access to federal financial aid if the … Original article on : Corinthian Colleges’ deteriorating loan data, enrollment outlook pull down school shares.

For some college freshmen, essays on summer reading assignments pay off with prizes, tuition

Colleges award prizes, tuition for summer reading

PHILADELPHIA – Attention incoming college freshmen: Have you been procrastinating on that summer reading assignment? Don’t blow it off any longer.
Some universities now offer essay contests in the fall that carry prizes from campus bookstore gift certificates to dinner with best-selling authors to a semester of free tuition.
The rite … Read more »»».

Parliamentary panel for consultations on educational tribunals bill

NEW DELHI – As the human resource development ministry seeks to establish education tribunals across the country, a parliamentary panel has urged wider consultations with all stakeholders before parliament debates the measure.

In its report to parliament, the standing committee on the human resource development ministry pointed out that consultations have not been undertaken either with … Original source on Gaea Times at : Parliamentary panel for consultations on educational tribunals bill.

Start me up: Georgia State ready to take to the gridiron after plenty of growing pains

Ga. State starts new program in tough economy

ATLANTA – In his previous head coaching jobs, there were plenty of things for Bill Curry to worry about.
Who’s going to play quarterback? How does the defense look? Will these Alabama fans ever fully accept me?
There were other issues that never crossed his mind.
Do we have enough helmets [..] Read the original article: here.

Special computer, English training for soldiers

NEW DELHI – The Indian Army Friday launched an initiative titled ‘Kshamta’ for soldiers to help them learn basic computer skills and spoken English, and secure “good jobs” after retirement.

“As the soldiers retire at an early age, we want them to be self-dependent after they leave the armed forces. With the help of this training, …. Read the original article  : Special computer, English training for soldiers.

Tamil school saved from closure in Malaysia

IPOH – A decades-old Tamil school near here will not be closed down to respect the sentiments of the ethnic Indians who had planned protects to preserve their heritage.

Following an intervention by Deputy Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, Perak state’s chief minister Zambry Abdul Kadir ordered the education ministry not to take over the …. Source  : Tamil school saved from closure in Malaysia.

110,000 pounds for British school sans pupil

LONDON – The British government is spending 110,000 pounds on a century-old school which has no students on the rolls but a headteacher, a caretaker and board of governors on the roster.

The classrooms of the Ysgol Capel Iwan primary school near Newcastle Emlyn in Carmarthenshire, which opened in 1888, have been empty since the last …. Source article  : 110,000 pounds for British school sans pupil.

IGNOU to offer course in PC hardware, networking

NEW DELHI – The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Sunday launched a certificate course in PC Hardware and Networking in association with HCL Infosystems Ltd, an official said.

“It is a state-of-the-art industry ready course created jointly by IGNOU and HCL. This programme is to be offered in Instructor Led Teaching (ILT) mode,” IGNOU chief … Original source on Gaea Times at : IGNOU to offer course in PC hardware, networking.

Haryana varsity makes Hindi compulsory for foreign students

CHANDIGARH – Foreign students at the Chaudhry Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU) in Hisar will now have to study Hindi as a compulsory subject, a varsity official said Sunday.

The academic council of CCSHAU decided to make Hindi language a compulsory subject for foreign students to better their understanding of Indian people and the country’s …. Source  : Haryana varsity makes Hindi compulsory for foreign students.

Now computer education compulsory in Haryana colleges

CHANDIGARH – The Haryana government has made computer literacy compulsory in all its colleges from this year, a minister said Sunday.

Minister of State for Agriculture and Cooperatives Sukhbir Singh Kataria said in a statement that modern computer labs are being set up in every government college in the state.
A government spokesman said that …. Read the original article  : here.

IIT alumni keen to push Punjab growth

CHANDIGARH – A group of former students of Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) has planned a conference of the alumni to contribute in the social and economic development of Punjab and other states of the country, a representative said here Saturday.

“We have engaged the IIT alumni, settled abroad as well in various parts of …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : IIT alumni keen to push Punjab growth.

Rajya Sabha passes bill to rebuild Nalanda University

NEW DELHI – The Rajya Sabha Saturday passed a bill to re-establish the historic Nalanda University in Bihar as an international institute of learning.

The bill, which was introduced in the house last week, was passed in a special sitting Saturday.
The Nalanda University Bill, 2010, will establish a central university in Nalanda district of …. Original article  : Rajya Sabha passes bill to rebuild Nalanda University.

British students learn about emerging economies in India

NEW DELHI – Enterprising British youngsters are utilising their school holidays to gain first-hand knowledge of the impact of globalisation. At least 30 are learning Indian business processes at leading multinational companies, acquiring basic knowledge of Indian culture as lodgers with Indian families and familiarising themselves with the education environment at schools in India.

They are …. Original source  : British students learn about emerging economies in India.

Mumbai portal selected by Harvard for research on transparency

MUMBAI – Don’t just vote but consciously select your leader – that is the premise behind an Indian portal that offers the database of Mumbai’s 1,500 politicians in order to help voters make an informed choice. It has now been selected by the prestigious Harvard University for research.

The portal, www.mumbaivotes.com, was launched in 2008. It … Read more >>>.

Majority Chinese studying overseas funded by parents

BEIJING – An overwhelming majority of Chinese students – around 87 percent – who studied abroad in 2009 received financial support from their parents, a government survey has said.

It said only nine percent of those studying abroad received scholarships from foreign institutions while three percent supported themselves through part-time jobs. One percent were funded by …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Texas Tech coach Tommy Tuberville chooses senior Potts to start at QB for the Red Raiders

Senior Taylor Potts named Tech starting QB

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech senior Taylor Potts will start the season at quarterback.
Potts will lead new coach Tommy Tuberville and the Red Raiders when they begin the season in two weeks against SMU. The senior from Abilene started 10 games last season, throwing for 3,440 yards and 22 … Original article on : Texas Tech coach Tommy Tuberville chooses senior Potts to start at QB for the Red Raiders.

Amid ongoing budget woes, LA unveils nation’s most expensive school with $578M price tag

LA unveils $578M school, costliest in the nation

LOS ANGELES – Next month’s opening of the Robert F. Kennedy Community Schools will be auspicious for a reason other than its both storied and infamous history as the former Ambassador Hotel, where the Democratic presidential contender was assassinated in 1968.
With an eye-popping price tag of $578 million, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Amid ongoing budget woes, LA unveils nation’s most expensive school with $578M price tag.

CAT 2010 Notification Issued

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Its that time of the year again that students start queuing up for one of the most important examinations of their lives. On August 22, the notification has been released that provides the interested students with all the necessary details regarding the CAT examination. The CAT Notification contains several details … Original article on : CAT 2010 Notification Issued.

Delhi students clean up Yamuna ahead of CWG

NEW DELHI – What the government could not, civil society is stepping in to do. Students in Delhi are busy doing their bit to clean up the Yamuna river, the city’s lifeline, ahead of the Commonwealth Games – planting saplings along its banks and holding workshops and street plays to enthuse people to participate in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Delhi students clean up Yamuna ahead of CWG.

Education Dept. to name ‘Race to the Top’ winners; will share $3.4 billion to continue reforms

Ed Department to name ‘Race to the Top’ winners

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Education Department is expected to name the winners of the second round of its $4.35 billion “Race to the Top” school reform grant competition.
Eighteen states and the District of Columbia were named finalists in July.
The competition has instigated a wave of reform across … Read : Education Dept. to name ‘Race to the Top’ winners; will share $3.4 billion to continue reforms.

Sagging economy means even fewer NCAA schools with profitable athletic departments

Poor economy cuts into college athletics
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Count college sports among the sagging economy’s latest victims.

A newly released NCAA report shows that just 14 of the 120 Football Bowl Subdivision schools made money from campus athletics in the 2009 fiscal year, down from 25 the year before.
Researchers blame the sagging economy and suggested that … Read : Sagging economy means even fewer NCAA schools with profitable athletic departments.

Guard Bo Spencer transfers to Nebraska after ruled academically ineligible at LSU

LSU’s Spencer transfers to Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. – Point guard Bo Spencer is transferring to Nebraska after having been declared academically ineligible at LSU.

Spencer would have been LSU’s top returning scorer this season, with 14.5 points a game, but coach Trent Johnson announced in May that Spencer would be ineligible.
Spencer averaged 11.4 points in 2008-09 as … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Guard Bo Spencer transfers to Nebraska after ruled academically ineligible at LSU.

Conn. attorney general sues ex-Wesleyan investment chief, 3 companies; alleges funds misused

Conn. AG sues ex-Wesleyan investment chief, others

HARTFORD, Conn. – Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said Monday he is suing Wesleyan University’s former investment director and three companies, accusing them of misusing the university’s endowment for personal trips and other expenses.
Thomas Kannam, who was Wesleyan’s chief investment officer until he was fired last year, failed to …. Source article  : Conn. attorney general sues ex-Wesleyan investment chief, 3 companies; alleges funds misused.

Billionaire Broad chooses downtown LA site for art museum after getting committee approval

Billionaire picks downtown LA site for art museum

LOS ANGELES – Art museums in Los Angeles generally have pricey gift shops, haute fast-food cafeterias and billionaire Eli Broad’s name prominently etched on the list of supporters.
Now the developer-turned-philanthropist has plans for the first freestanding museum bearing his name, which will be built in an emerging downtown …. Source article  : Billionaire Broad chooses downtown LA site for art museum after getting committee approval.

Is Robert F. Kennedy Community School Too Expensive?

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com) — The most expensive public school in America, Robert F. Kennedy Community School is ready for it’s grand opening on next month in Los Angeles.
The campus of the school will house over 4,200 students in grades K-12 at a cost of $578 million in former Ambassador Hotel, the site of the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

$59 million in stimulus money to keep Nebraska teachers working will go to schools next year

Stimulus money to flow to Neb. schools next year
LINCOLN, Neb. – Nebraska school districts will get a $59 million boost from the federal government to use next school year, a budget cushion that could help stave off an unknown number of job losses.
Republican Gov. Dave Heineman, a vocal critic of the …. Read the original article  : $59 million in stimulus money to keep Nebraska teachers working will go to schools next year.

IGNOU to take latest farming knowledge to remote villages

AGARTALA – The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is on a mission to reach out to farmers in remote and far-flung areas with the latest global information on farming and agriculture, a senior university official said here Monday.

“IGNOU is trying to reach people in remote areas with the latest global information in agricultural research …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : IGNOU to take latest farming knowledge to remote villages.

Panel to vet Himachal bill on private universities

SHIMLA – A bill to regulate private universities in Himachal Pradesh was Monday referred to a select committee by the state assembly.

Opposition Congress legislators Kaul Singh Thakur, G.S. Bali and Sukwinder Singh Sukhu expressed apprehensions about the Himachal Pradesh Private Educational Institutions (Regulatory Commission) Bill to effectively check the mushrooming of poor standard private universities …. Original article  : Panel to vet Himachal bill on private universities.

British workers losing jobs to immigrants

LONDON – Declining standards among British graduates are leading companies to fill jobs with foreign workers as employers believe they are too poorly educated to rival immigrants, a study has warned.

The companies believe that standards are declining fast among graduates and school-leavers and want migrants to fill jobs instead, it said.
One in …. Source article  : British workers losing jobs to immigrants.

Ky. libraries to benefit from federal stimulus money that will increase computer access

Ky. libraries to benefit from stimulus money

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky is receiving more than $1.3 million in federal stimulus money to increase computer access at public libraries.
Gov. Steve Beshear’s office says the money will be used to expand the number of computer workstations available to Kentuckians at public libraries.
Beshear says the funding will help people … Read more : Ky. libraries to benefit from federal stimulus money that will increase computer access.

Forbes Ranked Coast Guard Academy on Top

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Forbes Magazine’s America’s Best Colleges 2010 edition has ranked The U.S Coast Guard Academy as one of the top and premier institutions of higher learning.
The U.S Coast Guard Academy is also recognized as the top institution by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review.
The proud superintendent of the institution …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Workshop to enhance research skills at Jamia

NEW DELHI – A six-day workshop on ‘Research and publications in social sciences’ to promote and strengthen social sciences in India started Monday at the Jamia Millia Islamia, a press statement said.

“This workshop is part of a new initiative by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to promote and strengthen social sciences in India. Thirty-five … Original source on Gaea Times at : Workshop to enhance research skills at Jamia.

Uaccess: An Automated Online Registration System of University of Arizona

ARIZONA (GaeaTimes.com) — Uaccess is a online registration system of University of Arizona. The system not only helps the students in one-time registration, but also provides the option of registering for courses. Students can add or drop courses by fulfilling respective charges attached to each subject.
For each dropped course, a student is liable to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Uaccess: An Automated Online Registration System of University of Arizona.

IIM Ahmedabad Alumni Step Up

AHMEDABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The alumni of India’s most elite colleges have created an organization that would protect the students who go abroad for better prospects. Considering the high frequency of acts of violence reported against Indian students abroad the alumni of IIM-Ahmedabad and IITs have formed an organization called AISA (Association of Indian Students …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : IIM Ahmedabad Alumni Step Up.

ICSI Results 2010 Announced Today

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The institute of Company Secretaries (ICSI) has announced the results of Foundation, Executive & Professional Programme of New Syllabus and Final Results of Old Syllabus of June 2010 Session today on 25th August at 12pm.

The results will be available on ICSI’s official website. ICSI is the only recognized professional body … Read more : ICSI Results 2010 Announced Today.

Poll: Americans less happy with Obama’s education agenda, but still love their local schools

Poll: Local schools up, Obama education plans down
SEATTLE – A new Gallup Poll has found fewer Americans approve of the job President Barack Obama is doing in support of public education, but they continue to have a highly favorable opinion of their local schools.
The drop in the president’s education approval ratings – as … Original source on Gaea Times at : Poll: Americans less happy with Obama’s education agenda, but still love their local schools.

13 million students expected to benefit as 9 states, DC get $3.4B in ‘Race to the Top’ grants

9 states, DC get $3.4B in ‘Race to the Top’ grants
ATLANTA – More than 13 million students and 1 million educators will share $3.4 billion from the second round of the federal “Race to the Top” grant competition, the U.S. Education Department said Tuesday.
The department chose nine states – Florida, … Read more >>>.

AP Interview: Bowden says he was ‘pushed out’ by former Florida State president

Bowden tells AP he was pushed out by Florida State

NEW YORK – Bobby Bowden did not want to retire.
“Fired might be a little too strong,” the former Florida State coach said Tuesday in an interview with The Associated Press. “Pushed out ain’t bad. I was pushed out, no doubt about it. I didn’t want but … Read more : AP Interview: Bowden says he was ‘pushed out’ by former Florida State president.

Associated Press names Larma, Stewart, Sato, Stathis as US regional photo editors

AP names 4 to US regional photo editor positions

NEW YORK – Four veteran Associated Press photojournalists – Jacqueline Larma, Mike Stewart, Kiichiro Sato and Tom Stathis – have been appointed U.S. regional photo editors for the news cooperative.
The appointments were announced Tuesday by Director of Photography Santiago Lyon. The four will lead AP’s U.S. photo …. Source  : Associated Press names Larma, Stewart, Sato, Stathis as US regional photo editors.

APNewsBreak: 9 states, DC named ‘Race to the Top’ winners to share $3 billion for schools

APNewsBreak: 10 named school grant winners
ATLANTA – Nine states and the District of Columbia will get money to reform schools in the second round of the $4.35 billion “Race to the Top” grant competition, The U.S. Education Department said Tuesday.
Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, … Read more : APNewsBreak: 9 states, DC named ‘Race to the Top’ winners to share $3 billion for schools.

APNewsBreak: GA, NY, NC, OH named ‘Race to the Top’ winners to share $3 billion for schools

APNewsBreak: GA, NY, NC, OH named grant winners

ATLANTA – The U.S. Education Department says at least four states will receive money in the second round of the $4.35 billion “Race to the Top” school reform grant competition.
Department spokesman Justin Hamilton says the winners so far are Georgia, New York, North Carolina and Ohio. More winners …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

New York confirmed as ‘Race to the Top’ winner in school reform grant competition

New York named winner of ‘Race to the Top’ grant

ALBANY, N.Y. – U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer says New York will win millions of dollars in federal education funding when “Race to the Top” program grants are announced Tuesday.
The amount of the award hasn’t been disclosed. It is expected to be announced along with the full …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Embarrassed University of Hyderabad apologises to Anand

HYDERABAD – The University of Hyderabad is embarrassed over the human resource development (HRD) ministry withholding clearance to its proposal to confer an honorary doctorate on world chess champion Vishwanathan Anand and has apologised to the grandmaster.

The university, which was planning to confer the honour on Anand along with renowned mathematician David Mumford of Harvard … Read more »».

Cash-strapped colleges not waiting until graduation to cultivate campus donors

Colleges see prospective donors among new students

COLUMBIA, Mo. – The drill for new college students remains pretty consistent: grab a campus map, buy some overpriced textbooks, save those quarters for laundry and don’t forget to call home.
On a growing number of campuses, first-year students are hearing another message. Please give. Not for tuition, but instead … Original article on : Cash-strapped colleges not waiting until graduation to cultivate campus donors.

With plenty of high school grads ready to enlist, Army ends GED program for aspiring soldiers

Army ending its GED program for aspiring soldiers

FORT JACKSON, S.C. – The Army is ending a program that helped nearly 3,000 high school dropouts earn high school equivalency certificates and become soldiers.
The GED pilot program known as the Army’s prep school started here in summer 2008, when the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan left the … Read more >>>.

69,000 kids bunk school every day in Britain

LONDON – About 69,000 children bunk school every day in Britain, official figures have revealed.

More than 3.7 million school days were lost in this year’s spring term due to unauthorised absence, The Sun reported Thursday.
The rise is partly blamed on more recession-hit families taking kids on holiday during term time.
An increase in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : 69,000 kids bunk school every day in Britain.

Netherlands to include same-sex couples in textbooks

AMSTERDAM – The Netherlands was the first country in the world to grant same-sex marriages and allow gay and lesbian couples to adopt children. Now the Dutch are taking the next logical step and are introducing same-sex couples into the nation’s schoolbooks. However, not everyone in the country approves.

Two fathers go out to buy a … Read more »».

Unmanned Navy plane goes off course into restricted airspace near Washington when control lost

Unmanned Navy craft flies into restricted airspace

WASHINGTON – An unmanned aircraft went off course during testing and entered restricted airspace near the nation’s capital earlier this month, the Navy said Wednesday.
The craft, an MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle, is one of six the Navy is testing for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations. It was …. Source  : Unmanned Navy plane goes off course into restricted airspace near Washington when control lost.

Group: Calif. judge orders university to release documents related to Palin appearance

Judge orders university to release Palin documents
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – A group that filed a lawsuit over documents related to a June appearance by Sarah Palin at California State University, Stanislaus is claiming victory in a judge’s ruling.
The open-government group Californians Aware says Stanislaus County Superior Court Judge Roger Beauchesne decided Wednesday that the … Read more »»».

Education secretary urges schools to divulge data on student achievement, teacher performance

Duncan: Schools should disclose more on teachers

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan urged schools across the country on Wednesday to disclose more data on student achievement and teacher effectiveness, saying too much information that would help teachers and parents is being kept out of public view.
Duncan said schools too often aren’t disclosing …. Read the original article  : Education secretary urges schools to divulge data on student achievement, teacher performance.

U of Colorado reviews journalism program; may start information, communication tech program

U of Colorado reviews future of journalism program

BOULDER, Colo. – Dramatic changes in the media industry – as evidenced by last year’s closing of the nearby Rocky Mountain News in Denver – have prompted the University of Colorado at Boulder to review the future of its journalism program.
CU said Wednesday that on Sept. 1 a … Read : U of Colorado reviews journalism program; may start information, communication tech program.

Some schools rethink using playground equipment as authorities investigate 9-year-old’s death

Schools rethink equipment after playground death

TULSA, Okla. – Some schools are pulling equipment off the playground as authorities try to determine if a 9-year-old Oklahoma girl died because of something that happened while she played on a teeter-totter-like structure.
Alyssa Avila was playing with several children at a Wyandotte elementary school playground last week on equipment …. Original article  : Some schools rethink using playground equipment as authorities investigate 9-year-old’s death.

Jury convicts Iowa City woman of illegally accessing Obama’s student loan records

Iowa woman convicted in Obama records viewing case
DAVENPORT, Iowa – A federal jury has convicted an Iowa woman of illegally accessing President Barack Obama’s student loan records.
Jurors on Wednesday found Sandra Teague (teeg) guilty of exceeding authorized computer access.
Teague was one of nine people indicted on charges of accessing Obama’s student loan records … Original source on Gaea Times at : Jury convicts Iowa City woman of illegally accessing Obama’s student loan records.

Boston University graduate student appeals ruling that required him to pay for sharing songs

Mass. student appeals ruling in song-sharing case

BOSTON – A Boston University graduate student is appealing a federal judgment that required him to pay $67,500 in damages for illegally downloading and sharing songs online.
A Harvard law professor has filed the notice to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 1st Circuit, seeking to overturn the penalty …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Boston University graduate student appeals ruling that required him to pay for sharing songs.

Marines sharply increase mental health care for troops, fight military’s highest suicide rate

Marines pour resources into mental health care

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – They have been in harm’s way for years in two countries, in a branch of the military where toughness and self-reliance have been especially prized for generations. Now the Marines are struggling against an enemy that has entrenched itself over nearly a decade of war: … Read more >>>.

Senegal steps up campaign against begging in the streets of capital, prime minister says

Senegal steps up anti-begging campaign in capital

DAKAR, Senegal – Senegal’s government says it is stepping up its campaign against begging in the streets of the West African nation, where tens of thousands of children wander barefoot and swarm cars for change.
Begging has been officially banned since 2005, but the law has proved difficult to enforce.
A … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Senegal steps up campaign against begging in the streets of capital, prime minister says.

Northrop Grumman to cut 642 workers at Pascagoula, Miss., shipyard, cites cyclical business

Northrop Grumman to cut 642 at Miss. shipyard

PASCAGOULA, Miss. – Northrop Grumman Corp. announced Wednesday it plans to lay off 642 workers at its Pascagoula shipyard by the end of the year.
The first 292 affected workers were notified under a federal law requiring 60 days notice of layoffs that affect 500 or more people.
The company … Read more »».

To err can cost $400M, New Jersey finds after losing out on federal education grant

Oops! Error might have cost NJ an education grant
HADDONFIELD, N.J. – For anyone who’s ever entered the wrong number on a tax return and been denied a refund, or accidentally overtipped, here’s some consolation: A silly error on New Jersey’s application for the highly competitive Race to the Top education grants …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : To err can cost $400M, New Jersey finds after losing out on federal education grant.

Texas launches iTunes program allowing teachers to post multimedia lessons free for students

iTunes Texas education channel launched
HOUSTON – Texas students can now download podcasts, videos and other multimedia lessons directly from iTunes through a new online program aimed at providing free, supplementary coursework that can be accessed anywhere, state officials announced Tuesday.

The Texas Education iTunes U channel allows teachers to upload material from their classes to help …. Read the original article  : Texas launches iTunes program allowing teachers to post multimedia lessons free for students.

Hit by late selling, Sensex nosedives 144 points

MUMBAI – Selling pressure towards the closing hours brought a benchmark index for Indian equities 144 points down from its previous close.

Realty stocks were the hardest hit, while consumer durables, auto, healthcare and metal stocks saw a fair amount of selling.
The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at … Read : Hit by late selling, Sensex nosedives 144 points.

‘Development chair’ in Bansi Lal’s memory in Haryana

CHANDIGARH – Former Haryana chief minister and political strongman Bansi Lal will soon have a ‘development chair’ in his name, a state government spokesman said here Friday.

Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has announced that ‘Chaudhary Bansi Lal Development Chair’ would be set up at the Kurukshetra University in recognition of the …. Read the original article  : here.

Bangladesh to introduce pre-primary schooling

DHAKA – Hoping to catch children young and curb the drop-out rate, the Bangladesh government will for the first time introduce pre-primary education in its schools from January.

Measures have been taken to recruit 37,000 teachers in all its primary schools to harness children above five years.
“It will help reduce school-phobia among the kids …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Bangladesh to introduce pre-primary schooling.

North Carolina probing possible academic violations involving football players

UNC probing possible academic violations
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The investigation of North Carolina’s football program has expanded into possible academic misconduct involving players and a woman who also has worked as a tutor for coach Butch Davis’ son, school officials said Thursday night.

Athletic director Dick Baddour declined to identify the players or say how many … Original source on Gaea Times at : North Carolina probing possible academic violations involving football players.

Tale of the tape: NJ didn’t fix a mistake on grant application the way governor says it did

Video: NJ didn’t fix grant error as governor says
HADDONFIELD, N.J. – A video released by the federal Department of Education shows that a piece of Gov. Chris Christie’s explanation about what went wrong when the state made a $400 million mistake on a grant application may also have been wrong.
It appears to be …. Original source  : Tale of the tape: NJ didn’t fix a mistake on grant application the way governor says it did.

North Carolina investigates possible academic violations involving tutor for coach’s son

UNC investigating possible academic violations

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The investigation of North Carolina’s football program has expanded into possible academic misconduct involving players and a woman who has also worked as a tutor for coach Butch Davis’ son.
Athletic director Dick Baddour, speaking at a news conference Thursday night, declined to identify the players or say … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : North Carolina investigates possible academic violations involving tutor for coach’s son.

People familiar with situation: UNC to discuss academic violations amid NCAA probe

AP Sources: UNC to discuss academic violations

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Two people familiar with the NCAA investigation at North Carolina say the school will discuss academic violations within the football program at a news conference Thursday night.
Coach Butch Davis, athletic director Dick Baddour and chancellor Holden Thorp met with the team on Thursday afternoon, the [..] Read the original article: here.

Texas Tech AD who brought in Hall of Famer Knight, oversaw contentious Leach spat, retiring

AD who brought Knight to Texas Tech is retiring

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech athletic director Gerald Myers, who brought Hall of Famer Bob Knight to the West Texas campus and got caught up in the contentious final year of football coach Mike Leach’s tenure, is retiring.
The school said Thursday the former Red Raiders basketball coach …. Original article  : Texas Tech AD who brought in Hall of Famer Knight, oversaw contentious Leach spat, retiring.

Puerto Rican teachers start school year with one-day strike, stranding thousands of students

Puerto Rican teachers strike over staff, funding

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Teachers walked off their jobs Thursday in a one-day strike over staff and funding levels in Puerto Rican schools, giving students an unplanned day off barely three weeks into the new academic year.
The Federation of Teachers said it paralyzed 90 percent of the 1,500 …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Puerto Rican teachers start school year with one-day strike, stranding thousands of students.

Take agriculture knowledge to farmers in their language: Expert

AGARTALA – There is enough global information available on the latest agricultural techniques and strategies, but farmers need to be educated about it in their local dialect and the techniques translated into applications, an expert said here Thursday.

Speaking at the valedictory session of the three-day ‘Agriculture Education and Knowledge Management’ conference here, IGNOU’s Pro-Vice Chancellor … Read more »».

Hyundai to hike prices of all models

NEW DELHI – Hyundai Motor India Thursday said it would increase the prices of all models by up to 1.2 percent from Sep 1 due to the rise in input costs.

“There has been an increase in the input costs for car manufacturers. We have tried to absorb as much of the cost as we can, …. Source  : Hyundai to hike prices of all models.

Lok Sabha nod to Nalanda university

NEW DELHI – The Lok Sabha Thursday passed a legislation to establish a transnational university at Nalanda in Bihar with many MPs expressing the hope that the proposed varsity would be on the lines of the renowned seat of learning in ancient India.

Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur introduced the bill in the …. Source  : Lok Sabha nod to Nalanda university.

60,000 children in hunt for India’s ‘young explorer’

NEW DELHI – About 60,000 children in 120 schools across three Indian cities will participate in fun games, puzzles and brain tickling trail hunts in the search for the Airtel Nat Geo Young Explorer, it was announced here Thursday.

“The contest is primarily targeting approximately 60,000-plus children aged between 10-14 years. The three eventual winners will … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : 60,000 children in hunt for India’s ‘young explorer’.

Online contest on Mahatma Gandhi begins for Delhi kids

NEW DELHI – An online competition to promote Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals among the school children across Delhi commenced Thursday at the Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Jitin Prasada’s home.

“The online entry submission for the competition ‘Gandhi and Sport Gen 2010′ has begun today (Thursday) and will close on Sep 15,” …. Read the original article  : here.

Virtual classroom offers US school degree in Indian homes

NEW DELHI – Imagine securing a US high school diploma without even stepping out of your home in India! As India attempts to go international in the field of education, here is a virtual classroom straight from America.

The American International Academy, a US-based online education academy, is offering the diploma – the US equivalent … Original article on : Virtual classroom offers US school degree in Indian homes.

After being fired, former NJ education chief says he didn’t mislead governor over facts

Fired NJ schools chief says he didn’t mangle facts

JERSEY CITY, N.J. – Ousted New Jersey Education Commissioner Bret Schundler says it was Gov. Chris Christie who got his facts wrong.
Christie fired Schundler on Friday in the aftermath of an error on a grant application that may have cost the state $400 million in federal money.
The …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : After being fired, former NJ education chief says he didn’t mislead governor over facts.

Miss. school ends use of race in class elections after mom pulls mixed-race kids from district

School’s race rule prompts mom to pull kids out

JACKSON, Miss. – A policy intended to achieve racial equality at a north Mississippi school has long meant that only white kids can run for some class offices one year, black kids the next. But Brandy Springer, a mother of four mixed race children, was stunned when … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Miss. school ends use of race in class elections after mom pulls mixed-race kids from district.

A&M QB Johnson learns a few football lessons himself while teaching, Aggies hope they pay off

A&M QB Johnson learns a few lessons as teacher

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Jerrod Johnson is always looking for ways to become a better football player and sometimes that happens in unusual places.
The star quarterback from Texas A&M spent last spring student-teaching elementary and high school kids, and football wasn’t necessarily the first thing on his … Read more : A&M QB Johnson learns a few football lessons himself while teaching, Aggies hope they pay off.

Middle Tennessee suspends QB Dwight Dasher over $1,500 loan, asking NCAA to reinstate him

MTSU suspends QB, asking NCAA to reinstate him

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Middle Tennessee suspended quarterback Dwight Dasher indefinitely Friday for accepting a $1,500 loan in violation of the NCAA’s amateurism rules. University officials will be asking the NCAA to reinstate him with a punishment lasting no more than three games.
That means the senior who set a … Original source on Gaea Times at : Middle Tennessee suspends QB Dwight Dasher over $1,500 loan, asking NCAA to reinstate him.

NJ education commissioner fired after gaffe that may have cost state $400M education grant

NJ schools chief fired after Race to the Top gaffe

TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Chris Christie fired his education commissioner Friday, days after it was revealed that a simple mistake on an application might have cost New Jersey a $400 million education grant.
The dismissal of Commissioner Bret Schundler comes after New Jersey became the top runner-up …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : NJ education commissioner fired after gaffe that may have cost state $400M education grant.

No fresh attacks on Indian students in Australia: Sibal

NEW DELHI – No fresh attacks on Indian students have been reported from Australia recently, parliament was informed Friday.

In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said: “The number of attacks on Indian students on record in Melbourne has reduced and no case of attack on Indian students has …. Original article  : No fresh attacks on Indian students in Australia: Sibal.

Seven-year-old Briton advises government on finances

LONDON – A seven-year-old maths prodigy, who became the youngest Briton to gain the top grade in GCSE maths, now advises the government on the country’s finances, a media report said Sunday.

Oscar Selby, who last week got an A* at less than half the age at which most pupils take the exam, has demonstrated a …. Read the original article  : here.

Telangana students attack teachers in Osmania University

HYDERABAD – In a new twist to the movement for a separate Telangana state, students from the region Saturday manhandled teachers from Andhra and Rayalaseema on the Osmania University campus here.

Protesting the spot evaluation of their B.Ed examination papers by teachers from other regions, the pro-Telangana students chased them away. A couple of teachers were …. Read the original article  : Telangana students attack teachers in Osmania University.

60-70 percent drop in Indian students in 2010: Australian envoy

KOLKATA – The number of Indian students going for studies to Australia would see a sharp drop this year for various reasons, Australian High Commissioner Peter N. Varghese said Saturday.

“We will see significant reduction in number of students going to Australia from India this year. The drop will be 60-70 percent compared to 2009. But … Read : 60-70 percent drop in Indian students in 2010: Australian envoy.

IIT students urged to contribute to socio-economic growth

NEW DELHI – As the Indian Institute of Technology-Kharagpur gets set to celebrate its diamond jubilee next year, its 300-odd alumni have come forward with a call for the young IITians to contribute to India’s socio-economic development.

“Being an IITian should not be about having big salaries,” according to the Technology Alumni Association (TAA), a think …. Read the original article  : here.

Virtual classroom offers US school degree in Indian homes

NEW DELHI – Imagine securing a US high school diploma without even stepping out of your home in India! As India attempts to go international in the field of education, here is a virtual classroom straight from America.

The American International Academy, a US-based online education academy, is offering the diploma – the US equivalent …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

After being fired, former NJ education chief says he didn’t mislead governor over facts

Fired NJ schools chief says he didn’t mangle facts

JERSEY CITY, N.J. – Ousted New Jersey Education Commissioner Bret Schundler says it was Gov. Chris Christie who got his facts wrong.
Christie fired Schundler on Friday in the aftermath of an error on a grant application that may have cost the state $400 million in federal money.
The … Original source on Gaea Times at : After being fired, former NJ education chief says he didn’t mislead governor over facts.

Miss. school ends use of race in class elections after mom pulls mixed-race kids from district

School’s race rule prompts mom to pull kids out

JACKSON, Miss. – A policy intended to achieve racial equality at a north Mississippi school has long meant that only white kids can run for some class offices one year, black kids the next. But Brandy Springer, a mother of four mixed race children, was stunned when …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Miss. school ends use of race in class elections after mom pulls mixed-race kids from district.

A&M QB Johnson learns a few football lessons himself while teaching, Aggies hope they pay off

A&M QB Johnson learns a few lessons as teacher

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Jerrod Johnson is always looking for ways to become a better football player and sometimes that happens in unusual places.
The star quarterback from Texas A&M spent last spring student-teaching elementary and high school kids, and football wasn’t necessarily the first thing on his … Original source on Gaea Times at : A&M QB Johnson learns a few football lessons himself while teaching, Aggies hope they pay off.

Middle Tennessee suspends QB Dwight Dasher over $1,500 loan, asking NCAA to reinstate him

MTSU suspends QB, asking NCAA to reinstate him

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Middle Tennessee suspended quarterback Dwight Dasher indefinitely Friday for accepting a $1,500 loan in violation of the NCAA’s amateurism rules. University officials will be asking the NCAA to reinstate him with a punishment lasting no more than three games.
That means the senior who set a … Read more »»».

NJ education commissioner fired after gaffe that may have cost state $400M education grant

NJ schools chief fired after Race to the Top gaffe

TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Chris Christie fired his education commissioner Friday, days after it was revealed that a simple mistake on an application might have cost New Jersey a $400 million education grant.
The dismissal of Commissioner Bret Schundler comes after New Jersey became the top runner-up …. Source article  : NJ education commissioner fired after gaffe that may have cost state $400M education grant.

No fresh attacks on Indian students in Australia: Sibal

NEW DELHI – No fresh attacks on Indian students have been reported from Australia recently, parliament was informed Friday.

In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said: “The number of attacks on Indian students on record in Melbourne has reduced and no case of attack on Indian students has …. Original article  : No fresh attacks on Indian students in Australia: Sibal.

‘Development chair’ in Bansi Lal’s memory in Haryana

CHANDIGARH – Former Haryana chief minister and political strongman Bansi Lal will soon have a ‘development chair’ in his name, a state government spokesman said here Friday.

Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has announced that ‘Chaudhary Bansi Lal Development Chair’ would be set up at the Kurukshetra University in recognition of the …. Original article  : ‘Development chair’ in Bansi Lal’s memory in Haryana.

Bangladesh to introduce pre-primary schooling

DHAKA – Hoping to catch children young and curb the drop-out rate, the Bangladesh government will for the first time introduce pre-primary education in its schools from January.

Measures have been taken to recruit 37,000 teachers in all its primary schools to harness children above five years.
“It will help reduce school-phobia among the kids …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

North Carolina probing possible academic violations involving football players

UNC probing possible academic violations
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The investigation of North Carolina’s football program has expanded into possible academic misconduct involving players and a woman who also has worked as a tutor for coach Butch Davis’ son, school officials said Thursday night.

Athletic director Dick Baddour declined to identify the players or say how many …. Source article  : North Carolina probing possible academic violations involving football players.

Tale of the tape: NJ didn’t fix a mistake on grant application the way governor says it did

Video: NJ didn’t fix grant error as governor says
HADDONFIELD, N.J. – A video released by the federal Department of Education shows that a piece of Gov. Chris Christie’s explanation about what went wrong when the state made a $400 million mistake on a grant application may also have been wrong.
It appears to be … Original source on Gaea Times at : Tale of the tape: NJ didn’t fix a mistake on grant application the way governor says it did.

North Carolina investigates possible academic violations involving tutor for coach’s son

UNC investigating possible academic violations

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The investigation of North Carolina’s football program has expanded into possible academic misconduct involving players and a woman who has also worked as a tutor for coach Butch Davis’ son.
Athletic director Dick Baddour, speaking at a news conference Thursday night, declined to identify the players or say … Read more : North Carolina investigates possible academic violations involving tutor for coach’s son.

People familiar with situation: UNC to discuss academic violations amid NCAA probe

AP Sources: UNC to discuss academic violations

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Two people familiar with the NCAA investigation at North Carolina say the school will discuss academic violations within the football program at a news conference Thursday night.
Coach Butch Davis, athletic director Dick Baddour and chancellor Holden Thorp met with the team on Thursday afternoon, the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : People familiar with situation: UNC to discuss academic violations amid NCAA probe.

Texas Tech AD who brought in Hall of Famer Knight, oversaw contentious Leach spat, retiring

AD who brought Knight to Texas Tech is retiring

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech athletic director Gerald Myers, who brought Hall of Famer Bob Knight to the West Texas campus and got caught up in the contentious final year of football coach Mike Leach’s tenure, is retiring.
The school said Thursday the former Red Raiders basketball coach …. Source  : Texas Tech AD who brought in Hall of Famer Knight, oversaw contentious Leach spat, retiring.

Puerto Rican teachers start school year with one-day strike, stranding thousands of students

Puerto Rican teachers strike over staff, funding

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Teachers walked off their jobs Thursday in a one-day strike over staff and funding levels in Puerto Rican schools, giving students an unplanned day off barely three weeks into the new academic year.
The Federation of Teachers said it paralyzed 90 percent of the 1,500 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Take agriculture knowledge to farmers in their language: Expert

AGARTALA – There is enough global information available on the latest agricultural techniques and strategies, but farmers need to be educated about it in their local dialect and the techniques translated into applications, an expert said here Thursday.

Speaking at the valedictory session of the three-day ‘Agriculture Education and Knowledge Management’ conference here, IGNOU’s Pro-Vice Chancellor … Read : Take agriculture knowledge to farmers in their language: Expert.

In with the new for Emmy comedies, in with the old for drama

Split personality for Emmy Awards
Emmy had a split personality this year. Television’s annual awards show honored hot new broadcast comedies “Modern Family” and “Glee,” while sticking with more familiar favorites from cable in drama.

“Modern Family” won the Emmy for best comedy in its rookie season. The sweetly uproarious sitcom knit together a gay couple and … Read this article on Gaea Times at : In with the new for Emmy comedies, in with the old for drama.

Haryana school children to get CWG holidays Oct 8-13

CHANDIGARH – Haryana has announced special holidays for all school children in the state Oct 8 to 13 to enable them to watch the Commonwealth Games (CWG) to be organised in New Delhi, an official spokesman said Monday.

The 2010 CWG, the biggest sporting event to be held in India, are being held in New Delhi …. Original article  : Haryana school children to get CWG holidays Oct 8-13.

Students protest UPSC results

NEW DELHI – A group of students Sunday staged a demonstration at the capital’s Jantar Mantar protesting the Union Public Service Commission’s (UPSC) civil service exam preliminary results.

A candlelight vigil was held by the students who alleged that the results were not fair and blamed the commission of corruption.
“Many students with lower scores …. Original source  : Students protest UPSC results.

Hyundai to hike prices of all models

NEW DELHI – Hyundai Motor India Thursday said it would increase the prices of all models by up to 1.2 percent from Sep 1 due to the rise in input costs.

“There has been an increase in the input costs for car manufacturers. We have tried to absorb as much of the cost as we can, …. Source  : Hyundai to hike prices of all models.

Lok Sabha nod to Nalanda university

NEW DELHI – The Lok Sabha Thursday passed a legislation to establish a transnational university at Nalanda in Bihar with many MPs expressing the hope that the proposed varsity would be on the lines of the renowned seat of learning in ancient India.

Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur introduced the bill in the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Lok Sabha nod to Nalanda university.

60,000 children in hunt for India’s ‘young explorer’

NEW DELHI – About 60,000 children in 120 schools across three Indian cities will participate in fun games, puzzles and brain tickling trail hunts in the search for the Airtel Nat Geo Young Explorer, it was announced here Thursday.

“The contest is primarily targeting approximately 60,000-plus children aged between 10-14 years. The three eventual winners will … Read this article on Gaea Times at : 60,000 children in hunt for India’s ‘young explorer’.

Online contest on Mahatma Gandhi begins for Delhi kids

NEW DELHI – An online competition to promote Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals among the school children across Delhi commenced Thursday at the Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Jitin Prasada’s home.

“The online entry submission for the competition ‘Gandhi and Sport Gen 2010′ has begun today (Thursday) and will close on Sep 15,” …. Original source  : Online contest on Mahatma Gandhi begins for Delhi kids.

Cash-strapped colleges not waiting until graduation to cultivate campus donors

Colleges see prospective donors among new students

COLUMBIA, Mo. – The drill for new college students remains pretty consistent: grab a campus map, buy some overpriced textbooks, save those quarters for laundry and don’t forget to call home.
On a growing number of campuses, first-year students are hearing another message. Please give. Not for tuition, but instead …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Cash-strapped colleges not waiting until graduation to cultivate campus donors.

With plenty of high school grads ready to enlist, Army ends GED program for aspiring soldiers

Army ending its GED program for aspiring soldiers

FORT JACKSON, S.C. – The Army is ending a program that helped nearly 3,000 high school dropouts earn high school equivalency certificates and become soldiers.
The GED pilot program known as the Army’s prep school started here in summer 2008, when the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan left the … Read : With plenty of high school grads ready to enlist, Army ends GED program for aspiring soldiers.

69,000 kids bunk school every day in Britain

LONDON – About 69,000 children bunk school every day in Britain, official figures have revealed.

More than 3.7 million school days were lost in this year’s spring term due to unauthorised absence, The Sun reported Thursday.
The rise is partly blamed on more recession-hit families taking kids on holiday during term time.
An increase in … Read more : 69,000 kids bunk school every day in Britain.

A Vigyan Gram in Tripura to popularise science

AGARTALA – A Vigyan Gram, or a science village, is to come up on the outskirts of Tripura’s capital, complete with a museum, library, planetarium, botanical garden, bird sanctuary and other attractions to popularise science among the masses.

The Vigyan Gram, to be modelled on the lines of science cities in various cities in India, would …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : A Vigyan Gram in Tripura to popularise science.

Seattle schools, teachers believe they have tentative contract agreement

Seattle schools, teachers think they’ve agreed

SEATTLE – Seattle’s teachers union and Seattle Public Schools say they think they’ve reached a tentative agreement on a new contract.
Union Executive Director Glenn Bafia said Monday evening the two sides plan to meet again Tuesday to review language and proposals. If they’re in agreement, he tells The Seattle Times …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

USGA gives Chambers Bay props for Amateur, says plenty learned in preparation for 2015 Open

USGA pleased with Chambers Bay after Amateur

UNIVERSITY PLACE, Wash. – Until Chambers Bay morphed from an everyday public course into championship conditions, Mike Davis didn’t know what to expect.
Davis, the U.S. Golf Association’s director of rules and competition and responsible for developing the setup used at the U.S. Open, had some preconceived ideas of how … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : USGA gives Chambers Bay props for Amateur, says plenty learned in preparation for 2015 Open.

Fired NJ education chief discovers he made mistake in $400 million federal grant application

Ex-NJ education boss says grant mistake ‘my error’

TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey’s fired education commissioner said Monday he’s learned he made a mistake that might have cost the state a $400 million federal education grant even though he doesn’t remember doing it.
In an interview with The Associated Press on Monday night, Bret Schundler said he’d …. Original source  : Fired NJ education chief discovers he made mistake in $400 million federal grant application.

Thai art teacher caught on cell phone camera caning students for not cleaning their dormitory

Thai teacher caught on cell phone caning students

BANGKOK – Secretly recorded cell phone footage has exposed a teacher at a Catholic boarding school in northeastern Thailand who whacked dozens of students on the buttocks with a cane wrapped with electrical wire.
Art teacher Somchai Limthanmaporn was fired after he was exposed hitting at least 40 students, … Read more >>.

NY rights groups sue in DC, say targeted killings of US citizens overseas unconstitutional

NY groups seek DC order blocking targeted killings
NEW YORK – Two civil liberties groups sued the federal government on Monday to try to block its targeted killing overseas of a U.S.-born cleric believed to have inspired recent attacks in the United States.
The American Civil Liberties Union and the Center for … Read more : NY rights groups sue in DC, say targeted killings of US citizens overseas unconstitutional.

Group files lawsuit after Illinois State Police revoke 1st Muslim chaplain’s appointment

Ill. state police sued over Muslim chaplain flap

CHICAGO – An advocacy group has filed a lawsuit against the Illinois State Police alleging discrimination when the agency revoked the appointment of the agency’s first Muslim chaplain.
Kifah Mustapha, a Chicago-area imam, was named a chaplain in December. His appointment was revoked months later with little explanation.
The lawsuit …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Group files lawsuit after Illinois State Police revoke 1st Muslim chaplain’s appointment.

Texas congresswoman admits she steered scholarship money to relatives, violating rules

Texas congresswoman admits she violated rules

WASHINGTON – A Texas congresswoman admitted that she wrongly steered thousands of dollars in college scholarships from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation to her own relatives and the children of a staff member but said she did so unintentionally.
Democratic Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson said in a statement Monday that she …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Texas congresswoman admits she steered scholarship money to relatives, violating rules.

Black arts student files federal suit saying 3 white Pittsburgh police beat him without cause

Arts student sues over Pittsburgh police beating

PITTSBURGH – A black teen who attended the city’s performing arts high school has filed a federal lawsuit saying three white Pittsburgh police officers wrongfully beat him in January, then conspired to file false charges against him and concocted a cover story for their actions.
The city is not commenting …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Black arts student files federal suit saying 3 white Pittsburgh police beat him without cause.

Private colleges target locals with financial aid to achieve diversity, stay competitive

Private colleges ‘act local’ with financial aid

Hoping to portray themselves as more affordable and all-around better neighbors, private colleges from Appalachia to Boston are sweetening financial aid packages for students from their own backyards.
The latest and most prestigious example is Northwestern University. By targeting local students in financial need, Northwestern is seeking to boost minority …. Read the original article  : here.

Review of Nobel-winning climate panel urges major management change, but not Pachauri’s ouster

Report: Climate science panel needs change at top

WASHINGTON – Scientists reviewing the acclaimed but beleaguered international climate change panel called Monday for a major overhaul in the way it’s run, but stopped short of calling for the ouster of the current leader.
The independent review of the U.N. climate panel puts new pressure on chairman Rajendra …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Review of Nobel-winning climate panel urges major management change, but not Pachauri’s ouster.

Gujarat told to amend diploma course admission rules

GANDHINAGAR – The Gujarat High Court Monday directed the state government to amend a law which regulates admission to diploma courses so that students of the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) do not face discrimination.

A division bench asked the government to make necessary amendment to rule 5 of the Gujarat Professional Technical Education Colleges … Read more : Gujarat told to amend diploma course admission rules.

IIM C.A.T. 2010: Registration Opens Today

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The M.B.A. aspirants wont have to wait any longer as the chance to be a part of one of the most elite institutes of India is here again.
C.A.T. 2010 registrations have started off today. The Registration Vouchers are available with selected Axis Bank branches up till 27th September 2010. The Registrations … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : IIM C.A.T. 2010: Registration Opens Today.

Japan central bank extends loan program, while PM unveils $11 billion stimulus

Japan eases policy, plans new economic stimulus

TOKYO – Japan’s government and the central bank threw the economy a double lifeline Monday, seeking to contain a strong yen and revive a faltering recovery.
To boost liquidity, the central bank unveiled a new six-month low-interest loan program to financial institutions. Combined with an existing three-month funds-supplying operation worth … Original article on : Japan central bank extends loan program, while PM unveils $11 billion stimulus.

Chinese student cycles 15 days to attend her college

BEIJING – A 19-year-old Chinese woman and her father cycled about 15 days covering 1,200 km to attend her first day in college in Beijing, a media report said Monday.

Wang Xiaohan became the first woman to undertake such a feat. She arrived in Beijing Saturday, People’s Daily reported.
“Bike riding is good for the environment …. Read the original article  : Chinese student cycles 15 days to attend her college.

Michael Jordan, Bobcats to donate $250,000 to Charlotte, NC, middle school sports programs

Jordan, Bobcats make donation to NC schools

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Michael Jordan and his Bobcats NBA team will donate $250,000 to middle-school athletics programs in Charlotte, North Carolina’s largest city.
The Charlotte Observer says the NBA hall-of-famer and North Carolina native will announce the gift Monday.
Jordan, who made a fortune playing in the NBA and marketing his …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Michael Jordan, Bobcats to donate $250,000 to Charlotte, NC, middle school sports programs.