Education
New Student Visas Decline 23%, Impacting US Higher Ed
New data released by the Department of State indicates a 23 percent decrease in student visas issued in 2025 compared to the previous year. This decline, which became\u2026
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Education
Three-Year Degrees Spread as Accreditors Ease Rules
The push to shorten the American undergraduate degree reached a federal milestone this month. The US Department of Education published a proposed rule on August 20, 2026 that\u2026
Events
Aiken Prepares for Full Calendar of September Events
Aiken residents can look forward to a busy September, with numerous community events scheduled throughout the month. Among the highlights is the 41st annual SEED STEM Festival, set\u2026
Education
Poll: Americans seek stronger AI rules for K-12 schools
A new public opinion poll released this week indicates a strong bipartisan desire among Americans for stricter regulations regarding artificial intelligence (AI) use in K-12 classrooms. The research,\u2026
Education
USC Aiken celebrates new year with downtown takeover
The University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA) marked the start of its new academic year and celebrated its 65-year connection with the community on August 22 with the\u2026
Education
Trump Admin Pushes to Shut Down Education Department
President Donald Trump and Secretary of Education Linda McMahon hosted a Back to School event at the White House on Monday, August 24, 2026, highlighting efforts to dissolve\u2026
Education
Furman welcomes largest freshman class in a decade
Furman University welcomed its largest freshman class in a decade on August 20, as more than 700 first-year students moved into campus dorms. The university community, including athletic\u2026
Sports
USCA Biathlon Kicks Off National Championships
Competitors gathered in Lock Haven for the Biathlon, an event that marked the beginning of the 2026 United States Canoe Association National Championships. The Biathlon combines running and\u2026
Education
Aiken Schools Monitor State Education Department Restructuring for Service Impacts
Schools across Aiken and the broader Central Savannah River Area are closely monitoring ongoing restructuring efforts within the state Education Department. The changes, which are still unfolding, have\u2026
Education
Federal Student Loan and Pell Grant Changes Take Effect, Impacting Aiken Area Families
Sweeping federal changes to student loan programs and Pell Grants took effect on July 1, 2026, marking a significant shift in how current and prospective college students and\u2026
Education
Aiken Colleges and Students Navigate New Federal Loan Rules Effective July 2
Federal student loan regulations underwent significant changes this week, with new rules taking effect on July 2 that are now impacting financial aid administrators, current borrowers, and prospective\u2026
Education
Aiken Colleges Adapt to New Federal Student Loan Rules Effective July 1
Federal student loan regulations underwent significant revisions this week, with new rules taking effect on July 1 that are prompting financial aid administrators nationwide to adjust their guidance\u2026