USC's Virtual Graduation: 'The world needs us more than ever'
Undeterred by the circumstances USC graduate Christiana Cobb-Dozier says, "The world needs us more than ever!" With that attitude, some 19,000 USC grads got to have their big day even if it was never supposed to be like this.
Undeterred by the circumstances USC graduate Christiana Cobb-Dozier says, "The world needs us more than ever!" With that attitude, some 19,000 USC grads got to have their big day even if it was never supposed to be like this.
Tennessee dad builds stage in front yard so daughter can have graduation ceremony
Xavier University's cancellation of its graduation ceremony due to the coronavirus pandemic didn't stop one Tennessee senior from walking across the stage.
Xavier University's cancellation of its graduation ceremony due to the coronavirus pandemic didn't stop one Tennessee senior from walking across the stage.
Twitter's Jack Dorsey said he's donating $10M to buy Oakland kids computers
Twitter's Jack Dorsey said he wanted to close the digital divide within the Oakland Unified School District, where about 25,000 students do not have adequate access to computers or Wi-Fi.
Twitter's Jack Dorsey said he wanted to close the digital divide within the Oakland Unified School District, where about 25,000 students do not have adequate access to computers or Wi-Fi.
Back-to-school could be delayed by California budget cuts
The budget Newsom outlined Thursday forecasts overall spending just shy of $100 million for K-12 education, including state and federal dollars, compared with $103.4 billion in the current budget year.
The budget Newsom outlined Thursday forecasts overall spending just shy of $100 million for K-12 education, including state and federal dollars, compared with $103.4 billion in the current budget year.
Ridgetop Elementary teacher running 50 miles to raise funds for students
First grade dual language teacher Luis Reséndiz is raising money to hep purchases resources for educational needs for an estimated 300 students and is running the distance around his apartment complex in less than eight hours.
First grade dual language teacher Luis Reséndiz is raising money to hep purchases resources for educational needs for an estimated 300 students and is running the distance around his apartment complex in less than eight hours.
Winn-Dixie in Valrico throws graduation ceremony for workers graduating from high school
A manager for a Winn-Dixie in Valrico knew some of her employees who were high school students were missing out on the chance to be recognized at a traditional graduation ceremony. Instead, she planned for one right at the store.
A manager for a Winn-Dixie in Valrico knew some of her employees who were high school students were missing out on the chance to be recognized at a traditional graduation ceremony. Instead, she planned for one right at the store.
Brotherly bond unbreakable for identical twins headed to college after graduating top of their class
Identical twins Ben and Nick Sherwin have always done everything together, which now includes going to college.
Identical twins Ben and Nick Sherwin have always done everything together, which now includes going to college.
U.S. Army, Texas A&M building nation's largest hypersonic testing center
According to Texas A&M, the complex will feature the nation's only kilometer-long (.06 mile) hypersonic facility. This facility will help determine the best design and materials for the fastest vehicles ever built, the school stated.
According to Texas A&M, the complex will feature the nation's only kilometer-long (.06 mile) hypersonic facility. This facility will help determine the best design and materials for the fastest vehicles ever built, the school stated.
Snoop Dogg, Shaq team up with Raising Canes to host nationwide grad party
Both Snoop Dog (DJ Snoopadelic) and Shaquille O'Neal (Dj Diesel) will be hosting the graduation party as guest DJs. The event starts at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 15.
Both Snoop Dog (DJ Snoopadelic) and Shaquille O'Neal (Dj Diesel) will be hosting the graduation party as guest DJs. The event starts at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 15.
California 8th grader gives graduation speech to empty school yard
President Chima Oluo will post his pre-recorded speech on the school's website for the 1,000 peers and their families to view.
President Chima Oluo will post his pre-recorded speech on the school's website for the 1,000 peers and their families to view.
Trump's push for opening school clashes with Fauci's caution
President Donald Trump's push appears at odds with cautions by the nation's leading immunologist, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is wary of returning to normal activities too quickly.
President Donald Trump's push appears at odds with cautions by the nation's leading immunologist, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is wary of returning to normal activities too quickly.
St. Edwards to make major budget cuts in 2021 fiscal school year
They say these restructuring efforts strengthen the university’s ability to absorb changes related to COVID-19.
They say these restructuring efforts strengthen the university’s ability to absorb changes related to COVID-19.
Fauci urges caution on schools, warns against ‘cavalier’ idea that children are immune from COVID-19
Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci had a sharp retort for Sen. Rand Paul after the Kentucky Republican said that Fauci was not the “end all” in knowledge about the coronavirus, and that it’s “kind of ridiculous” to suggest children should be kept out of school in the fall.
Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci had a sharp retort for Sen. Rand Paul after the Kentucky Republican said that Fauci was not the “end all” in knowledge about the coronavirus, and that it’s “kind of ridiculous” to suggest children should be kept out of school in the fall.
Trump presses for schools to reopen, takes dig at Fauci
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
‘Graduate Together’: LeBron James assembles all-star talent to honor high school class of 2020
COVID-19 has halted nearly all social life around the world, including preventing students who have waited all year for their graduation ceremonies to hang up their caps and gowns.
COVID-19 has halted nearly all social life around the world, including preventing students who have waited all year for their graduation ceremonies to hang up their caps and gowns.
California State University system to continue online classes for fall semester
Most students won't be returning to campuses within the California State University System in the fall, the chancellor announced Tuesday, stating that classes will remain primarily online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Most students won't be returning to campuses within the California State University System in the fall, the chancellor announced Tuesday, stating that classes will remain primarily online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Texas policy experts issue playbook for post coronavirus recovery
The report notes that COVID-19 has caused disruptions that have provided opportunities to reshape Texas' approach to critical services such as health care, education, and economic development for both rural and urban communities.
The report notes that COVID-19 has caused disruptions that have provided opportunities to reshape Texas' approach to critical services such as health care, education, and economic development for both rural and urban communities.
Krispy Kreme offering free dozen doughnuts to graduates on May 19
Those who wear their cap and gown or other gear proving “their senior status” are able to receive the free dozen.
Those who wear their cap and gown or other gear proving “their senior status” are able to receive the free dozen.
Coronavirus pauses federal student loans for 6 months — should you pay anyway?
Federal student loan borrowers have caught a break on payments. But should they take it?
Federal student loan borrowers have caught a break on payments. But should they take it?
Georgia teacher running more than 50 miles to visit all of his students
In these days of Zoom calls and virtual learning, teachers are starting to miss their kids. One teacher in Kennesaw decided he was going to visit all of his students. But this is no drive-by. He's lacing up his sneakers and running to all of their homes.
In these days of Zoom calls and virtual learning, teachers are starting to miss their kids. One teacher in Kennesaw decided he was going to visit all of his students. But this is no drive-by. He's lacing up his sneakers and running to all of their homes.