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Pharmacy, biology, and education among worst-paying college majors for Gen Z

Gen Z workers flock to 'AI-proof' industries like healthcare and education, but some of those jobs pay less than $50K after graduation

7 Smithtown High School Students Earn National Merit Finalist Honors

Smithtown families celebrate as seven students advance to compete for scholarships

College Brewing Programs Face Closures Amid Industry Challenges

Declining enrollment and budget cuts force schools to shutter hands-on brewing education programs

Saratoga Springs Nominated for Best Small College Town by USA Today

This is the second nomination for the upstate New York town in the category.

EssayService Releases Report on AI Trends in Education

The report examines how artificial intelligence is influencing teaching, learning, and academic practices.

NACE Wins 2025 NAMEC Award for Best Practice in Learner Outcomes

National Association for Continuing Education recognized for data-driven approach to improving clinician competencies and patient care.

NCC Student Recognized For Resilience Amid Obstacles

The sophomore transforms adversity into achievement with EOP award.

Syracuse University Appoints New Chancellor

Michael Haynie, current vice chancellor, selected as 13th chancellor and president

SUNY Orange Wins National Bellwether Award

College recognized for redesigning math placement and pathways to boost student momentum.

Advice for Becoming a Great University Professor

Lessons from a study on the characteristics of the best college professors

Cornell's Revamped Food Lab Trains Aspiring Chefs

Students in the Nolan School's Restaurant Management course get hands-on experience in the upgraded Grailer Food Lab.

Hunter College Professor Placed on Leave After 'Abhorrent' Zoom Remarks

Allyson Friedman's comments during a public school meeting sparked outrage and an investigation by the university.

Hunter College Professor Placed on Leave After Controversial Zoom Remarks

Allyson Friedman's comments during a public school meeting sparked backlash and an investigation by the university.

Hunter College Professor Placed on Leave After 'Abhorrent' Zoom Remarks

Allyson Friedman made controversial comments during a public school district meeting.

Yeshiva University Seeks New Jewish Studies Professors

Seven candidates to be interviewed for two tenure-track positions

Syracuse University Names 6 Alumni Award Recipients

Honorees recognized for embodying 'Orange spirit' through achievements, leadership and service.

SUNY Oneonta Honors Fall Graduates

Local students Hailey Cascioli and Eston Whittaker among 196 receiving bachelor's degrees

Melissa Sturge-Apple Appointed Dean of University of Rochester's Warner School

Veteran administrator and child development expert takes the helm at the prestigious education school.

Hunter College Professor Faces Backlash Over Racist Zoom Remarks

Allyson Friedman's comments about Black students during a school meeting have sparked outrage and calls for accountability.

NWSL & Syracuse University Launch Online Education Program for Players & Families

The partnership aims to support the long-term development of athletes beyond their playing careers.

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