Texas ed board adopts resolution calling for textbook publishers to limit references to Islam

Texas ed board adopts resolution limiting Islam

AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas State Board of Education adopted a resolution Friday that seeks to curtail references to Islam in Texas textbooks, as social conservative board members warned of what they describe as a creeping Middle Eastern influence in the nation’s publishing industry.
The board approved the one-page nonbinding …. Original article  : Texas ed board adopts resolution calling for textbook publishers to limit references to Islam.

Seton Hall athletic director Joe Quinlan to resign next month

Seton Hall athletic director Quinlan to resign

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. – Seton Hall athletic director Joseph Quinlan Jr. will resign after a five-year tenure marked by problems with former basketball coach Bobby Gonzalez.
Quinlan announced Friday that he will be stepping down Oct. 8 to pursue other opportunities.
The resignation comes six months after the fiery Gonzalez was …. Original article  : Seton Hall athletic director Joe Quinlan to resign next month.

Education Department delays rule that would cut off aid to some for-profit college programs

Govt. delays rule opposed by for-profit colleges

The U.S. Education Department said Friday it will take more time to finalize new regulations targeting for-profit college job-training programs, but emphasized it was intent on moving forward and holding the sector accountable.
For-profit colleges have campaigned hard against the “gainful employment” rule, which would cut off federal aid to …. Original source  : Education Department delays rule that would cut off aid to some for-profit college programs.

Facebook CEO says he’s giving Newark $100M because ‘every child deserves a good education’

Facebook CEO announces $100M gift to NJ school

CHICAGO – Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg on Friday announced a $100 million donation to Newark public schools in a move that could enhance his reputation just before the opening on an unflattering movie about him, “The Social Network.”
Zuckerberg told Oprah Winfrey that he picked Newark for the gift … Original source on Gaea Times at : Facebook CEO says he’s giving Newark $100M because ‘every child deserves a good education’.

Troubles of US education system get big screen close-up in 4 new documentaries

Troubles of US education get big screen close-up

The troubles of the U.S. education system are getting a big screen close-up.
There are no fewer than four education documentaries slated for release by the end of this year, including “Waiting for ‘Superman,’” a poignant look at the lives of five children hoping to escape the dismal outcome … Read : Troubles of US education system get big screen close-up in 4 new documentaries.

Facebook founder tells Winfrey why he’s friending Newark, NJ, schools with $100M donation

Facebook CEO makes $100M gift to NJ school

CHICAGO – Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has announced a $100 million donation to Newark public schools.
Zuckerberg told talk show host Oprah Winfrey on Friday that he picked Newark for the gift “because I believe in these guys.”
“These guys” are Republican New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and Newark Mayor …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Facebook founder tells Winfrey why he’s friending Newark, NJ, schools with $100M donation.

Texas Board of Ed considering resolution calling for publishers to limit Islam in textbooks

Texas ed board considers resolution limiting Islam

AUSTIN, Texas – Social conservatives are seeking to curtail references to Islam in Texas textbooks, warning of what they describe as a creeping Middle Eastern influence in the nation’s publishing industry.
The State Board of Education plans to vote Friday on a one-page resolution calling on textbook publishers to limit … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Texas Board of Ed considering resolution calling for publishers to limit Islam in textbooks.

On what would have been Ray Charles’ 80th birthday, his namesake library opens in Los Angeles

Ray Charles Memorial Library opens in L.A.

LOS ANGELES – On what would have been his 80th birthday, Ray Charles has joined the likes of past presidents Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan with his own namesake library in Southern California.
The Ray Charles Memorial Library officially opened its doors Thursday night. Housed in the studio and office … Read : On what would have been Ray Charles’ 80th birthday, his namesake library opens in Los Angeles.

Ramco to design software for Air India MRO facility

MUMBAI – Air India has appointed Ramco Systems, a city-based software solutions provider, for designing an software package for its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility, a spokesperson of the national carrier said here Friday.

AI plans to bring all MRO areas onto a common information technology platform with the objective of increasing aircraft availability, reducing …. Original source  : Ramco to design software for Air India MRO facility.

US ambassador volunteers service at Delhi school

NEW DELHI – Extending a friendly hand towards the common people of India, US Ambassador Timothy J. Roemer Friday did voluntary service at a New Delhi Municipal Council school here.

The US ambassador, along with his wife Sally, his children and other participants from the America-India Foundation and Clinton Foundation contributed towards painting a classroom …. Original source  : US ambassador volunteers service at Delhi school.

Kuwaiti minister to inaugurate new Jamia library

NEW DELHI – Kuwaiti Oil and Information Minister Shaikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will inaugurate a library in Jamia Millia Islamia Monday, an university release said.

The Shaikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah library located at India Arab Cultural Centre of the university will be inaugurated by the minister in the presence of Vice-Chancellor Najeeb Jung.
“The …. Original source  : Kuwaiti minister to inaugurate new Jamia library.

Facebook friending Newark, NJ, schools; it could mean big education changes for battered city

Facebook founder’s $100M gift could change Newark

NEWARK, N.J. – Education in New Jersey’s biggest city could be in for a big change – and not just because of the $100 million stock donation Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is expected to announce Friday on Oprah Winfrey’s show.
As part of the deal, the state is expected to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Facebook friending Newark, NJ, schools; it could mean big education changes for battered city.

APPSC Group 4 Hall Tickets Available After 7pm Today

HYDERABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — APPSC (Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission) has announced that the APPSC Group 4 Halltickets will be available today after 7pm.

Candidates can download their APPSC Group 4 Halltickets from the official website of APPSC.
APPSC is recruiting for the posts of Hostel Welfare Officers Grade II in AP Social Welfare Sub- Services (Group- …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Troubles of U.S. education system get big screen close up in 4 new documentaries

Education in U.S. gets big screen close up

The troubles of the U.S. education system are getting a big screen close-up.
There are no fewer than four education documentaries slated for release by the end of this year, including “Waiting for ‘Superman,’” a poignant look at the lives of five children hoping to escape the dismal outcome …. Original article  : Troubles of U.S. education system get big screen close up in 4 new documentaries.

More charity scholarships went to students tied to south Ga. lawmaker, his wife

Scholarships went to people tied to Ga. lawmaker

COLUMBUS, Ga. – The controversy over Rep. Sanford Bishop’s decision to award charity scholarships to his relatives has expanded as four more students tied to the south Georgia Democrat and his wife have acknowledged receiving them, as well.
Bishop earlier this month repaid the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation $6,350 …. Read the original article  : More charity scholarships went to students tied to south Ga. lawmaker, his wife.

Malayalam poet ONV gets Jnanpith award

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – Malayalam poet and lyricist from Kerala Ottaplavil Neelakandan Velu Kurup Friday became the fifth Malayalee to get the Jnanpith award, the highest literary award in the country.

ONV, as he is popularly known, has been selected for the award for 2007. He is the second poet after G. Sankara Kurup to get this award …. Original article  : Malayalam poet ONV gets Jnanpith award.

NCAA rejects Middle Tennessee appeal, quarterback Dwight Dasher’s 4-game suspension upheld

NCAA rejects appeal, QB Dasher to sit out 4 games

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The NCAA has rejected Middle Tennessee’s appeal, forcing quarterback Dwight Dasher to sit out his full four-game suspension for accepting a $1,500 loan.
The NCAA student-athlete reinstatement committee heard Middle Tennessee’s appeal in a conference call Thursday afternoon, and the university was informed Thursday …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

To reverse ‘Brain Drain,’ Beijing is luring overseas Chinese back home with cash, incentives

China steps up efforts to reverse ‘Brain Drain’

TOKYO – Having worked for two years at a tech company in Japan and picking up the language, Qiu Zhaohua has decided to return to China, lured by a job in the eastern tech hub of Dalian that pays as much 200,000 yuan a year, or about $29,000 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Australian colleges not refunding fees to Indian students

MELBOURNE – Many students from India’s Punjab state are facing frustration as they are being denied fee refunds by some colleges in Australia, and an educational consultant said that “we are sick and tired”.

The Indian students are seeking fee refunds as their visa applications were turned down. Many of the applicants had also decided to …. Read the original article  : Australian colleges not refunding fees to Indian students.

India aims to raise enrolment in higher education: President

AIZAWL – President Pratibha Patil Friday said India intended to increase enrolment in higher education from the present 14 million to about 40 million.

“Higher education has been accorded priority in our country. It is our aim to increase gross enrolment ratio in higher education to 30 percent by the year 2020, which means almost tripling … Read more : India aims to raise enrolment in higher education: President.