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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

RESEARCH: Urban residents with higher education support Kõlvart, while Reinsalu appeals to rural people

A recent survey indicates that while rural residents prefer Urmas Reinsalu as their prime ministerial candidate, residents of urban areas with higher education tend to favor Mihhail Kõlvart.

Mar 22 • 11:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Javier Curcio: "This Government bets on human capital, but underfunds education and universities"

Economist Javier Curcio critiques the Argentine government's underfunding of education while proclaiming a commitment to human capital development.

Mar 22 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dropout Rate at Private Universities Reaches 60% in the Campinas Region, and Experts Point to Cost and Routine as Causes

A report reveals that the dropout rate at private universities in the Campinas region of Brazil has reached 60%, attributed to financial and daily life challenges faced by students.

Mar 21 • 23:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFPB launches new selection process for occupancy of residual or unfilled vacancies

The Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB) has announced a new admission process for its undergraduate programs aimed at filling unfilled vacancies through Specific Selection Process (PSE).

Mar 21 • 22:31 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

University leader admits schools are 'not a political party' in warning to elite campuses

Vanderbilt University Chancellor Daniel Diermeier cautioned that elite universities risk diminishing their core educational role by prioritizing political activism.

Mar 21 • 16:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Higher School of Performing Arts: The main changes and reactions to the new bill

The Greek parliament is set to vote on a bill establishing a Higher School of Performing Arts, aiming to fill the absence of university education in theater, dance, and music in Greece, despite facing criticism from some sectors of the artistic community.

Mar 21 • 14:51 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

How to get to Charles University or Brno? Here is the last chance. We provide advice on the Scio tests

The article discusses the upcoming deadline for the Scio tests which are critical for admission to numerous universities in Bratislava, Prague, and Brno.

Mar 21 • 13:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The trick with the inclusion of university departments in additional scientific fields

The article discusses the decline in student enrollment in low-demand university departments in Greece and the implications of this trend.

Mar 21 • 06:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Student with Down syndrome is the first to graduate from public higher education

Ana Clara Ardisson, a 26-year-old from Minas Gerais living in Alagoas, became the first person with Down syndrome to graduate from a public higher education institution in her state.

Mar 20 • 18:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The dispute has erupted – Finland prepares a paid higher education degree without entrance exams

Finland's government is planning a reform that would allow students to complete a university degree in open universities without entrance exams, aimed particularly at working professionals, but facing criticism for creating a fee-based education system.

Mar 20 • 18:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Milano-Bicocca University 'reveals itself': 1,500 participants in workshops, open lessons, and orientation activities

Milano-Bicocca University opened its doors to the public, hosting workshops and open lessons that engaged 1,500 participants in various academic activities.

Mar 20 • 16:53 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Ásta Dís Óladóttir elected president of the School of Business at the University of Iceland

Ásta Dís Óladóttir has been elected president of the School of Business at the University of Iceland.

Mar 20 • 16:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Department of Justice of the United States sues Harvard for alleged antisemitism

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University, accusing it of violating the civil rights of Jewish and Israeli individuals amid a broader conflict between the Trump administration and elite universities.

Mar 20 • 16:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ufac Elections: No Slate Reaches 50% and Selection Goes to Second Round

No candidates in the Ufac rector elections received over 50% of the votes, leading to a runoff between the top two slates.

Mar 20 • 13:17 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Over 500 students were expelled in 2025

In 2025, over 500 students were expelled from various state universities in Norway due to academic dishonesty.

Mar 20 • 13:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Thousands of Catalan teachers protest in Barcelona on the last day of the strike

Thousands of teachers in Catalonia protested in Barcelona, demanding higher salaries and improvements in classrooms as part of a week-long strike.

Mar 20 • 07:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

RBSE Result: Will girls surpass boys this time too?

The Rajasthan Board's 10th-grade results continue a trend where girls outshine boys in academic performance, with girls achieving higher pass percentages and leading in merit lists over the past seven years.

Mar 20 • 05:42 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

UC Berkeley to pay $1M, overhaul policies after antisemitism lawsuit settlement

The University of California, Berkeley, will pay $1 million and reform its antisemitism policies following a settlement with the Brandeis Center.

Mar 20 • 01:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 60% of higher education students in São José study remotely, shows survey

Over 60% of higher education students in São José dos Campos are enrolled in remote learning programs, indicating a significant shift in educational preferences.

Mar 19 • 22:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Uema opens registrations for selective process with 599 remaining vacancies using Enem scores

The Universidade Estadual do Maranhão opened registrations for a simplified selective process offering 599 available spots for undergraduate courses based on Enem scores from 2024 and 2025.

Mar 19 • 18:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elections for the rectorship of Ufac take place this Thursday (19); find out who can vote

The elections for the rectorship at the Federal University of Acre (Ufac) will be held online this Thursday, allowing eligible faculty, administrative staff, and students to vote until 21:00.

Mar 19 • 15:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

4 out of 10 students in distance education abandon their degree before completion, survey points out

A recent survey indicates that 41.6% of students in distance education in Brazil abandon their degrees before completion.

Mar 19 • 15:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

There is a decision by the head of MEN, teachers with higher salaries. ZNP is furious

The Polish Ministry of Education has announced an increase in teachers' salaries, but this decision has met with criticism from the Teachers' Union (ZNP).

Mar 19 • 15:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

University of Eastern Finland aims for a massive higher education institution – intends to merge three universities of applied sciences

The University of Eastern Finland plans to create a new higher education consortium by merging three universities of applied sciences in Northern Savonia, North Karelia, and Kainuu.

Mar 19 • 13:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Critical thinking

The article discusses the rising emphasis on critical thinking as a key educational objective in higher education in Ecuador, particularly in programs aimed at fulfilling market demands.

Mar 19 • 12:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Student Fair Brings Together Foreign Universities to Help Those Who Want to Study Abroad

The Student Fair aims to connect Brazilian students with foreign universities, facilitating opportunities for higher education abroad.

Mar 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

UOKiK penalizes universities. Students have a chance to recover funds

The UOKiK has imposed penalties on the University of SWPS and Lublin University of Technology for illegally raising tuition fees, allowing affected students to reclaim overpaid amounts.

Mar 19 • 08:02 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

5.5 billion - massive investment in Luleå University of Technology

A massive investment of 5.5 billion SEK at Luleå University of Technology will involve the demolition and construction of new buildings to enhance student facilities by 2034.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chamber approves project that includes graduate scholarship holders in social security

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved a project that includes graduate scholarship holders in the social security system, allowing their training period to count towards retirement.

Mar 18 • 23:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Saerb's selection process opens registrations for high school and higher education in Rio Branco; see positions and salaries

The Water and Sewage Service of Rio Branco (Saerb) is conducting a simplified selection process for hiring temporary professionals in various positions.

Mar 18 • 22:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

ALMG Overturns Zema's Vetoes on Promotion of Higher Education Servers and Recovery of Degraded Areas

The Legislative Assembly of Minas Gerais overturned two of Governor Romeu Zema's vetoes concerning the promotion of higher education staff and environmental recovery projects.

Mar 18 • 20:29 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Country kids face battle to get to university amid cost-of-living crisis

The cost-of-living crisis in Australia is increasingly hindering regional students' ability to access higher education in metropolitan areas.

Mar 18 • 19:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ufac Elections: 'Radical is Change' Slate Advocates for Transparency and Inclusion in Education; See Proposals

The 'Radical is Change' slate, led by candidates Raquel Ishii and Suerda Vital, aims to advocate for transparency and inclusiveness in higher education during their campaign for the University Federal do Acre's leadership.

Mar 18 • 17:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ufac Elections: 'Dialoguing with People' Proposes Combating Harassment and Structural Improvements; See Proposals

The 'Dialoguing with People and Building the Future' slate, led by Josimar Batista Ferreira and Marco Antonio Amaro, outlines proposals for combating harassment and enhancing infrastructure at the Federal University of Acre as part of upcoming elections.

Mar 18 • 17:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ufac Elections: The 'Together for Ufac' Slate Advocates Participatory Management; See Proposals

The 'Together for Ufac' slate presents its proposals for the upcoming elections of the Federal University of Acre's rector and vice-rector, emphasizing participatory management.

Mar 18 • 17:26 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Federal probe claims universities are 'legitimizing and amplifying antisemitism'

A federal investigation has concluded that faculty members at U.S. universities are exacerbating antisemitic sentiments on campuses amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Mar 18 • 16:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Teachers must endure a higher level of public scrutiny, said the Supreme Court

The Czech Supreme Court has ruled that teachers should be subject to greater public scrutiny in their professional conduct.

Mar 18 • 14:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Former teacher Bednářová unsuccessful. Educators must endure a higher degree of public scrutiny, concluded the Supreme Court

The Czech Supreme Court ruled that educators must accept greater public scrutiny, impacting the legal position of teachers like Bednářová.

Mar 18 • 14:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The government approved a preliminary list of state-funded study places, scholarships, and financing

The Lithuanian government has approved a preliminary list for state-funded higher education placements, providing financial support for approximately 13,000 students in various study levels.

Mar 18 • 11:39 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Rectors call for a quick decision on higher education admission capacities

The Council of Rectors of Applied Higher Education has urged the Estonian Parliament and government to make immediate decisions regarding higher education admission capacities and funding, in light of an anticipated increase in graduates from secondary education between 2027-2029.

Mar 18 • 08:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Internships in Pará: CIEE opens 45 vacancies for high school, technical, and higher education; learn how to register

CIEE has announced the opening of 45 internship positions in Pará for students at various educational levels, including high school, technical, and university.

Mar 18 • 08:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'University Implements Public Policy': UFRGS Dean Highlighted in Forbes List Says Public Universities Are Under Global Attack

Márcia Cristina Bernardes Barbosa, the dean of UFRGS, warns that public and community universities worldwide are facing a coordinated effort to discredit them, despite their key role in implementing public policies.

Mar 18 • 03:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MEC applies sanctions to medical courses after unsatisfactory performance in Enamed

The Brazilian Ministry of Education has sanctioned medical courses nationwide for poor performance in the national medical assessment exam, Enamed.

Mar 17 • 18:54 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

What is happening with ASPAITE?

ASPAITE is currently the only higher education institution in Greece with appointed administration, remaining outside the trend of autonomy seen in other universities.

Mar 17 • 16:34 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Agreement Signed to Support Dual Careers of Estonia's Top Athletes

An agreement has been signed in Estonia to support top athletes in balancing their sports careers with higher education.

Mar 17 • 13:37 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Wreath for the Leichoudi Brothers in Moscow – The Greeks who laid the foundations of higher education in Russia

A ceremony was held in Moscow to honor the Leichoudi brothers, emphasizing their contributions to the foundation of higher education in Russia.

Mar 17 • 13:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFMS opens a competition for professor with 44 vacancies and a salary of up to R$ 8 thousand

The Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) has announced a public competition for higher education professors with 44 positions available, offering salaries that can exceed R$ 8,000 based on qualifications and hours worked.

Mar 17 • 13:09 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

World Universities Prepare to Welcome Migrant Scientists from the United States

Universities worldwide are preparing to welcome scientists migrating from the United States as a result of policies from the Trump administration that have impacted scientific research funding.

Mar 17 • 09:20 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

High competition as applications open for fall education

The application period for university courses starting in the fall has opened, with indications of high competition and interest as last year's record numbers are expected to continue.

Mar 17 • 08:12 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Working as a substitute teacher allows for higher earnings

Substitute teachers in Estonia can earn more than regular teachers through the ASÕP platform, which has seen widespread participation from kindergartens.

Mar 17 • 04:48 UTC

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