Race and EquityUC signals support for hiring of undocumented students; vote will follow six-month studyMay 21, 2023With legal challenge expected, board of regents wants time to consider legal strategies.
California Community Colleges moving forward with bachelor's degree approvals despite lawmaker objectionsApril 30, 2023Key lawmakers last week asked the system to pause the current cycle of applications to settle a dispute with the California State University.
California schools face ‘deep trouble’ as flooding danger loomsApril 9, 2023One out of 5 California schools in area of high or moderate flood risk
California districts vary enormously in reading achievement, report findsMarch 29, 2023Results suggest how schools teach reading matters more than a student's family income or English proficiency.
California sees boost in student applications for college financial aidMarch 27, 2023New state law pushes numbers up. The pandemic had triggered a decline.
CSU faculty salary study shows wide dissatisfaction despite pay being at national averagesMarch 25, 2023California’s high cost of living may influence upcoming contract talks.
State GovernmentExpansion of college financial aid in California may be at riskMarch 15, 2023Lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom agreed last year to make major changes to Cal Grants, contingent on available revenue. But now the state faces a bleak budget forecast.
EnvironmentStudents at rural community college can earn a bachelor’s and help prevent wildfiresMarch 8, 2023Feather River College is the latest of California's community colleges to get approval for a bachelor's degree program.
Biden’s plan to forgive student loans may be in jeopardy after Supreme Court argumentsFebruary 28, 2023Justices' skepticism could be bad news for 3.5 million Californians eligible for debt relief.
Health CareCalifornia ends plans for kids’ Covid vaccine mandateFebruary 1, 2023The end of the state's Covid-19 state of emergency this month effectively ends plans to require kids to be vaccinated against the virus.