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OSU Opens Biomechanics Laboratory In Central Oregon

Oregon State University President Ed Ray is in Central Oregon Monday for the opening of a new state-of-the-art biomechanics laboratory.

Revised PPS Budget Would Add 58 HS Teachers

OPB | May 06, 2013 5:59 p.m.

Portland high school students may have less free time on their hands under budget changes proposed Monday evening.

City, Schools Reach Deal On Arts Tax Quandary

OPB | May 13, 2013 5:31 p.m.

Portland leaders say they reached a deal Monday with the city’s school districts on how to manage the legal uncertainty surrounding a new arts tax.

Portland ACCESS Program Moving And Growing

OPB | May 13, 2013 5:10 p.m.

The Portland school district’s program for exceptional students will add more students, as it moves next fall to a new home.

Schools' Supporters Face Questions In Legislature

OPB | May 13, 2013 3:31 p.m.

Backers of a $55 million proposal to improve Oregon's classroom instruction faced questions from legislators this Monday.

All Races Attracted To HBCU Campuses

NPR | May 13, 2013 8:57 a.m.

According to a new report, historically black colleges and universities are attracting more Asian and Latino students than ever before. Host Michel Martin discusses that and other findings with the report's author, Marybeth Gasman, and Morgan State University President, David Wilson.

A First Job Is Like A First Date, And Other Advice For Graduation Day

NPR | May 13, 2013 8:34 a.m.

We asked economists what they would say if they were giving a commencement address this spring.

College Divestment Campaigns Creating Passionate Environmentalists

NPR | May 10, 2013 8:04 a.m.

Campus protests over climate change are launching a new generation of activists.

Legislature Considering Funds For 'Strategic Initiatives' On Education

OPB | May 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Education advocates in Oregon are optimistic that this year’s state budget will bring more stability.

Feds Reach Agreement With Montana School On Sexual Assaults

NPR | May 09, 2013 2:13 p.m.

The federal inquiry will continue to examine how Missoula city officials handle such cases.

With Gorgeous Dorms But Little Cash, Colleges Must Adapt

NPR | May 09, 2013 8:43 a.m.

Jeffrey Selingo's new book, College (Un)bound, lays out the challenges facing higher education.

Perry's Vision For University Of Texas Criticized

NPR | May 09, 2013 3:08 a.m.

Governor Rick Perry wants big changes at state colleges, including the flagship University of Texas.

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