Students
The city of Chattanooga is implementing a unique solution to bridge the digital divide in education by providing free internet services to economically disadvantaged students through its city-wide network. In partnership with Hamilton County Schools (HCS) and electric power distributor EPB of Chattanooga, the initiative, HCS EdConnect, uses the city&
Students
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to college students, including increased stress, anxiety, and depression. According to a recent study by the Journal of Adolescent Health, depression, anxiety, self-injury, and suicidal planning and attempts among college students have risen, and in some cases, doubled, over the last ten years.
Students
A nationwide survey of educators revealed that 40% of children in need in the U.S. lack reliable internet access and almost 40% are without functional devices, exacerbating the crisis in education for children in poverty. First Book, a nonprofit organization, partnered with CDW-G, Intel Corporation, and LEGO Education and
Online education
Illinois Democrat State Representatives, led by State Representative Lindsey LaPointe, are working to bridge the digital divide by promoting the state's official Wi-Fi hotspot map. This initiative aims to provide students with reliable internet access during the COVID-19 pandemic, as many schools have transitioned to online learning. The
Online education
As San Diegans navigate the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, the City of San Diego, San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD), and Cox Communications are working together to provide resources and support for students learning from home. To help students successfully finish the school year, the City and SDUSD are
Fairfield University
As high-tech college students increasingly rely on email to communicate with professors, a divide is emerging between those who see it as a valuable tool and those who view it as a breeding ground for disrespect and entitlement. At the center of the debate are professors who feel their authority
Fairfield University
As part of their commitment to social justice, Fairfield University and 24 other Jesuit universities in the United States have pledged to support undocumented students in higher education. On February 26, a group of Fairfield students and faculty met with senators, Congress members, and presidents from the Association of Jesuit
Teachers
The Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) has pledged to donate $300,000 to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) to support its new College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences Active Science Teaching and Learning Environment (CASTLE) program. The program aims to improve student success in introductory math and science
Teachers
Students enrolled in an entrepreneurship class at Northern Highlands Regional High School are using eBay to learn business skills and the importance of philanthropy. The course, developed to expose juniors and seniors to real-world business experiences, is teaching students the basics of entrepreneurship and charitable donation. By selling items ranging
