Education Auburn University employees fired over “hurtful, insensitive” comments, president says Alabama’s senators both praised the decision and Tuberville’s communications director said professors should be held accountable for social media posts. Chance Phillips4 days ago
Education Montgomery school board moves forward with controversial superintendent selection Despite criticism from all corners, the MPS school board pushed forward with a controversial superintendent selection Josh MoonApril 9, 2025
Education Troy University designated a Carnegie Research University TROY is among 218 institutions to receive the designation. StaffApril 7, 2025
Education Past issues for MPS superintendent finalist raise more questions about search process Revelations that one of two finalists was caught up in a 2021 fraud investigation has raised more questions about an already questionable MPS search. Josh MoonApril 4, 2025
Education Gov. Ivey reminds Alabama families CHOOSE Act applications close next week Alabama families must apply by April 7 through the CHOOSE Act program website. StaffApril 1, 2025
Education APLS chair asks Fairhope Library to review 35 “inappropriate” books The library board meets April 21 and will consider Wahl's request to initiate a review of the books. Jacob HolmesMarch 28, 2025
Education Students protest changes to non-discrimination policy at University of Alabama The president of UA’s Queer Student Association said the decision was “exactly what we all feared SB129 would lead to.” Chance PhillipsMarch 28, 2025
Education Trump’s elimination of the Dept. of Ed. could harm Alabama’s public schools If Trump is successful, the department’s elimination will strip back billions of dollars in federal spending. Alex JobinMarch 27, 2025
Education Troy University launches College of Science and Engineering The university is also launching a new electrical and electronics engineering degree program. StaffMarch 27, 2025
Education ACHE highlights Alabama’s national leadership in apprenticeships, policy Alabama has gained prominence for creating the nation’s first registered apprenticeships in higher education. StaffMarch 17, 2025
Education State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts Dr. Mackey said that currently, he does not believe federal cuts will not impact core programs but communication and structure may change. Mary Claire WootenMarch 14, 2025