State grants $8.7M to early-education providers in child care push
Twenty-one early education providers throughout Indiana—and potentially more—will expand their child care offerings with the grants.
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Largest Christian university in U.S. faces record fine after federal probe
An Education Department investigation alleges that Grand Canyon University lied to more than 7,500 current and former students about the cost of its doctoral programs.
Biden administration moving toward narrower student loan relief plan
The Education Department on Monday released a draft of new federal rules paving the way for a second federal attempt at loan relief.
IU to spend $250M on new life-science institutes in Indy, faculty, labs, research
IU’s newest plans are intended to bolster enrollment and establish Indiana University Indianapolis as one of the country’s premier urban research universities.
Moms for Liberty unexpectedly finds itself at center of Carmel mayoral race
The polarizing nature of Moms for Liberty, which has gained name recognition for its push to pack school boards with its endorsements, has spurred some left-leaning political candidates to capitalize on opposition to the group and stir voters against their conservative opponents.
Perry schools to offer pay raises to attract, retain bus drivers, support staff
Perry Township Schools is raising wages as the district continues to face staffing strains.
UIndy lands $4.1M grant from Christel DeHaan Family Foundation
The school said the grant will support the university’s Center for Global Engagement with $3 million and the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center with $1.12 million.
IPS to tap state vouchers to fund pre-K as it weighs whether to charge tuition
The switch to state voucher funding for the district’s prekindergarten program is one of several changes that IPS and other school districts will have to make as federal pandemic relief funds expire.
Ascend Indiana CEO Jason Kloth stepping down
Kloth, a former Indianapolis deputy mayor, helped launch the Indianapolis-based talent-development and job-placement initiative in 2016.
UPDATE: Feds pick Indiana as biotech hub, putting it in running for millions in funding
The technology hub designation makes Indiana eligible to compete against 30 other designated hubs in hopes of landing up to $70 million in federal funding to implement its program.
Purdue draws international leaders for semiconductor summit
Purdue is hosting the multiday Silicon Summit, which is the latest in a string of activities and announcements the school has been involved in regarding microchips and semiconductors over the past year and a half.
Indiana University to host academic conference on Taylor Swift
The conference comes one year before Swift brings her immensely popular Eras Tour to Indianapolis for two performances at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Mock village for IMPD scenario-based recruit training nears completion
The department used $200,000 in private funds disbursed by the Central Indiana Police Foundation and donated by Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay to build the mock village named Hershyville.
Growth in Indiana college enrollment marks largest increase in 13 years
The new report shows a move in a positive direction for state leaders, who are aiming to increase Indiana’s college attainment after years of declining college-going rates.
Sagamore Institute conference to focus on future of work
The initiative comes as other Indianapolis-based organizations have ramped up efforts to improve workforce development, which remains a top challenge for many Hoosier businesses.
Vincennes University expanding aviation maintenance program in Indianapolis
The $4.5 million in funding comes from the latest two-year state budget approved this year by the Indiana General Assembly. VU said the effort will help address a growing demand for professionals in the aviation industry.
State higher ed officials say they need to do better job selling value of degrees
Representatives from the state’s colleges and universities conceded that rising tuition costs are deterring thousands of students from post-high school educations.
Notre Dame President Rev. John Jenkins to step down
University of Notre Dame President Rev. John Jenkins is Notre Dame’s 17th president and has served in his position since 2005.
Eleven Indiana school districts seeking tax increases in November elections
Among those in Indiana seeking property tax increases are three districts in Hamilton County.
Indiana lawmakers push for better data on higher education cost, debt
Indiana lawmakers on Tuesday reviewed the results of a “first-of-its-kind” request of higher education cost and debt data—and found it lacking.