New data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) shows that Michigan’s official poverty rate remained largely stagnant over the past two years and has worsened since before the…
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U.S. House passes ‘anti-woke’ bill aimed at diversity, equity and inclusion in higher ed
WASHINGTON — A GOP measure barring accrediting organizations from requiring colleges and universities to adopt diversity, equity and inclusion policies as a condition of accreditation passed the U.S. House Thursday, though its…
The Dobbs effect today: Abortion ballot initiatives, expected higher mortality, more litigation
In Arizona, the state’s highest court upheld a Civil War-era abortion ban. Florida and South Carolina moved to restrict abortion to six weeks — before many people know they are pregnant. The…
Michigan university presidents talk higher education’s role in building the state’s economy
It’s not enough to attract students to learning opportunities at colleges and universities in Michigan. Leaders around the state have to build bridges across sectors to keep talent in the state after…
State health study for northern Kent Co. shows higher PFAS blood levels than U.S. population
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) on Wednesday hosted a webinar sharing the findings of its second report on PFAS exposure in northern Kent County. PFAS was detected in…
From cradle to career, Michigan Black children face higher systemic barriers to educational success
Despite advancements in every racial and ethnic group in some areas over the past decade, wide disparities remain for children of color in all areas – education, health and economic security. This…
Here are Whitmer’s plans for funding schools next year, from pre-K to higher ed
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s proposed $80.7 billion state budget for the next fiscal year includes investment hikes in education from pre-K to higher learning opportunities. Whitmer made waves last month by announcing her…