Education

4 Myths About College Students And Voting

4:25pm November 06, 2018

by Courtney Rozen

Researchers expect youth voter turnout to break records in Tuesday's midterm elections. And that's important because most attend college in-state, meaning they're voting in their home state.

Don't Count Them Out Just Because They Can't Cast A Ballot

1:28pm November 05, 2018

by Isabeth Mendoza

This election season, groups that are unable to vote — like youth and undocumented people — are solidifying their impact on America's democratic process.

Legacy students raise hands in the spotlight of auditorium

Legacy Admissions Offer An Advantage — And Not Just At Schools Like Harvard

9:47pm November 04, 2018

The practice dates back to the 1920s, when a new cohort of students — many of them Jewish and/or immigrants — were vying for space at American universities.

Education

9 Things You Need To Know About Education And Tuesday's Election

7:58am November 04, 2018

From teachers running for office to ballot measures that can add billions to public education, here's our guide to how the issue is playing out.

Republican Sherrie Conley (left) and Democrat Steve Jarman are competing to represent the same district in Oklahoma's House of Representatives. Both have more than a decade of teaching experience.

The Teacher Walkouts Moved These Educators To Run. Now, They're Facing Off

7:00am November 03, 2018

by Emily Wendler

Steve Jarman and Sherrie Conley have each spent more than 15 years working in Oklahoma public schools. Jarman is a Democrat, Conley is a Republican — and they're both running for the same state seat.

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Jacob Atem, who fled Sudan as a boy, was one of the storytellers at "Stoop Stories," a Baltimore event. Atem talked about his life as a "Lost Boy" and what happened when he settled in Michigan — like the time his foster mom grounded him just for wanting

How A Lost Boy From Sudan Found His True Calling In The U.S.

7:00am November 03, 2018

by Brennen Jensen

Everyone has a story. Jacob Atem, who fled Sudan as a child, told his at a Baltimore event. It's horrific, heartbreaking — and ultimately inspiring.

Harvard University denies allegations of racial bias, and the school's attorneys presented their own set of statistics to prove their case.

Education

Harvard Discrimination Trial Ends, But Lawsuit Is Far From Over

6:41pm November 02, 2018

by Carrie Jung

An opinion could come in early 2019. Both sides say they plan to appeal, which means the fate of affirmative action policies could once again end up in the hands of the Supreme Court.

Closely-Watched Harvard Admissions Trial Comes To A Close

5:38pm November 02, 2018

by Kirk Carapezza

The Harvard University admissions trial comes to a close on Friday. The case centers on how much a school can consider race in admissions.

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James Bridle: What Do Kids' Videos on YouTube Reveal About the Internet's Dark Side?

9:56am November 02, 2018

by NPR/TED Staff

Children's YouTube is full of addicting content for kids, which can lead users to disturbing and inappropriate videos. James Bridle explains how the Internet's profit structure drives this phenomenon.

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Teachers Take To The Campaign Trail In Oklahoma

7:27am November 02, 2018

by Emily Wendler

In Oklahoma, nearly 100 current and former educators put their names on the primary ballot. At least two of those educators were inspired by the same moment during that state's teacher walkouts.

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