Education Troy University chancellor announces his retirement plan Jack Hawkins Jr. agreed to a transition plan, ending his transformational, decades-long tenure as chancellor in late 2028. Staff3 days ago
Education Alabama Public Television to keep PBS programming—for now The Alabama Educational Television Commission voted to keep PBS programming, but the issue isn't dead. Josh MoonNovember 19, 2025
Education Audit finds UNA failed to verify student residency An audit performed by the Examiners of Public Accounts said UNA failed to verify residency documents, prompting calls for corrective action Mary Claire WootenNovember 18, 2025
Education Lawmakers explore outcome-based funding to boost college performance Alabama lawmakers are studying outcomes-based college funding, tying state dollars to graduation rates, job placement and workforce readiness. Mary Claire WootenNovember 13, 2025
Education Contract Review Committee advances literacy, reading intervention contracts Alabama lawmakers approved a contract to expand teacher training and reading interventions to continue supporting Literacy Act goals and addressing post-pandemic learning gaps. Mary Claire WootenNovember 11, 2025
Education Alabama colleges seek significant funding in next education budget Alabama's universities and colleges made their funding requests for 2027 at the Alabama Commission on Higher Education meeting on Thursday. Mary Claire WootenNovember 7, 2025
Education ASU lands largest ever donation from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott The donation from Mackenzie Scott will transform the historically Black college, president Quinton Ross said in a letter to alumni. Josh MoonOctober 28, 2025
Education ALGOP chair, Alabama Education Association affirm support for homeschool freedom Leaders discussed homeschooling and parental rights, reaffirming a commitment to protecting children and supporting parents' educational choices. StaffOctober 27, 2025
Education Alabama A&M reaches record enrollment for third consecutive year The university achieved its largest student count in 150 years, reflecting an expanding reputation for vibrant culture and academic rigor. StaffOctober 23, 2025
Education Troy University to cover tuition assistance for military students affected by shutdown Troy University announced it will offer a scholarship equal to tuition assistance for military students affected by the government shutdown. Alex JobinOctober 16, 2025