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U.S. Universities Shift to Remote Learning Amid Mideast Conflict

Campuses in Qatar and other nations move classes online as war spreads in the region.

UT System Approves Funding for First Building at UTA West Campus

New 51-acre campus in west Fort Worth set to open in 2028

Adam Grant to Deliver 2026 Cameron Lecture at Trinity University

Renowned organizational psychologist to discuss 'The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know'

HPU Honors Student Leaders at Presidential Luncheon

Frosty Gilliam Jr. encourages students to learn to be followers first

10-Year-Old History Scholar Joins First Lady at State of the Union

Everest Nevraumont's invitation highlights the promise of personalized, AI-powered learning.

Houston ISD Launches Innovative Future 2 Schools

New education model focuses on AI literacy, critical thinking and real-world experiences.

St. Edward's University President Resigns After Turbulent Tenure

Montserrat Fuentes, the first Hispanic president, will step down this summer after 5 years leading the private Catholic university.

ASU to Host Free Lecture on the Declaration of Independence

Dr. C. Bradley Thompson to discuss the principal ideas of the Declaration and its relevance today

Texas A&M Names Mike Cone 2026 Distinguished Alumnus

Cone, a 60-year-old former student, receives university's highest alumni honor.

Austin, TX Ranked #1 Best State Capital to Live In

Evaluation considered 48 metrics across affordability, economic well-being, education, healthcare, and quality of life.

Texarkana College Receives $100,000 Grant from Texas Mutual

Texas Mutual's 10-year, $1 million investment supports workplace safety training programs

Kilgore College Honors Retiring President After Decade of Leadership

Dr. Brenda Kays steps down after 10 years as college president, interim leader appointed

East Williamson County Higher Education Center Expansion Reaches Milestone

The new building is expected to open in spring 2027.

CTHS Construction Grad Continues Education at University of Houston

Steve Alvarez reflects on how his high school CTE program prepared him for college and a career in construction management.

Lincoln Tech Opens New Campus in Houston

The career training school expands its Texas footprint with a new location offering programs in high-demand fields.

UHD and HISD Partner to Guarantee College Admission

Groundbreaking program aims to boost college enrollment for HISD graduates.

ASU's Candace Aguirre Appointed to Education Reach for Texans Board

Aguirre to help strengthen support for students with foster care experience

Lone Star College System Launches New Bachelor's Degree in Education

The new Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education and Teaching (BAS ECET) program aims to address teacher shortages in the Houston region.

Lamar University Names Building After Former Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan

The newly renamed Dade Phelan Building honors his contributions to the school and Southeast Texas region.

WTAMU Honors Students Admitted to Educator Prep Program

76 students from area communities recognized for completing program requirements

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