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U.S. Department of Education Press Releases

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Published on June 3, 2021 - 22:33 GMT

Statement from the U.S. Department of Education on the Status of Recognition of Nine Accrediting Agencies and Withdrawal of ...

"Today the Department of Education's (ED) Senior Department Official (SDO) informed nine accreditors about the status of their recognition. The following agencies were approved for renewal of recognition for five years: American Board of Funeral …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on June 3, 2021 - 22:33 GMT

Biden Administration Launches COVID-19 College Challenge to Get More Young People Vaccinated

Today, the Department of Education announced more details on the COVID-19 College Challenge, where colleges and universities take a pledge and commit to taking action to get their college communities vaccinated. The COVID-19 College Challenge is part of …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 28, 2021 - 19:44 GMT

From World War II to Harvard: the Nisei Soldier who served and taught America

On December 7, 1941, Japanese planes raided the U.S. Naval Base Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. The massive surprise attack thrusted America into World War II. Following the attack, government suspicion arose around Americans of Japanese descent. A few months …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 28, 2021 - 19:44 GMT

Statement by Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the President's Fiscal Year 2022 Budget

The Biden-Harris Administration today submitted to Congress the President's budget for fiscal year 2022. As the Administration continues to make progress defeating the pandemic and getting our economy back on track, the budget makes historic …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 26, 2021 - 23:04 GMT

Statement by Secretary Cardona on President Biden’s Nomination of Lisa Brown

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today issued the following statement on President Biden’s intent to nominate Lisa Brown for General Counsel in the Office of General Counsel at the U.S. Department of Education: "I am thrilled with President …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 26, 2021 - 13:52 GMT

Department of Education’s Office of Postsecondary Education Announces Public Hearings on Protections for Students, Loan Repayment, ...

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Postsecondary Education announced today that it will hold virtual public hearings on June 21, 23, and 24 to receive stakeholder feedback on potential issues for future rulemaking sessions. These issues include …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 26, 2021 - 13:52 GMT

Secretary Cardona Holds Virtual Roundtable to Discuss the Importance of Providing Pell Grants for Incarcerated Individuals

This afternoon, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona held a virtual roundtable to showcase the importance of providing Pell Grants for incarcerated individuals by speaking with students and former students who took college courses in prison. This session …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 24, 2021 - 12:21 GMT

Explore U.S. History at our Nation’s Most Hallowed Ground

Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) is considered America’s most hallowed ground and a sacred shrine to service and sacrifice. More than 400,000 people are laid to rest at ANC including former presidents, astronauts, civil rights activists, medical …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 19, 2021 - 21:06 GMT

First-Ever RISE Awardee Announced

Need a reason for celebration? In the Recognition Programs Unit of ED’s Office of Communications and Outreach, we have several of them spread throughout the year. The newest recognition award joining the family, structured to shine a spotlight good work …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 18, 2021 - 17:41 GMT

Washington State's Melito Ramirez Named America's First ‘Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE)’ Awardee

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced today the selection of Melito Ramirez, an intervention specialist at Walla Walla High School in Washington state, as the nation's first Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) awardee. This …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 17, 2021 - 19:41 GMT

Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights Announces Virtual Public Hearing to Gather Information for the Purpose of ...

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) today announced a virtual public hearing to be held from June 7, 2021, to June 11, 2021, to gather information for improving enforcement of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 13, 2021 - 20:32 GMT

Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid Denies Reinstatement Application of For-Profit Law School

Today, the office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) in the U.S. Department of Education (ED) informed Florida Coastal School of Law that its application for reinstatement to participate in federal student aid programs has been denied. The action delivers on …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 13, 2021 - 15:11 GMT

Department of Education Launches Outreach Campaign to Millions of K-12 Students and Federal Pell Grant Recipients Now Eligible for ...

The U.S. Department of Education today launched a major outreach campaign to millions of students who are now eligible for a monthly discount on broadband internet service under a temporary program administered by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 13, 2021 - 15:11 GMT

Secretary Cardona Holds Virtual Roundtable with Members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander Community

This afternoon, U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona held a virtual roundtable with members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community to discuss their experiences during the pandemic and ongoing challenges related to education in their …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 13, 2021 - 15:11 GMT

U.S. Department of Education Announces 161 Students from Across the Country As 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars

U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona today announced the 57th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. "The 2021 …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 13, 2021 - 15:11 GMT

Statement by Secretary Cardona on President Bidens Nomination of Catherine Lhamon

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today issued the following statement on President Biden's intent to nominate Catherine Lhamon for Assistant Secretary of the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Education: "I am thrilled …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 11, 2021 - 21:12 GMT

Statement from Secretary Miguel Cardona on the Confirmation of Cindy Marten as Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of ...

Today, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona issued the following statement on the confirmation of Cindy Marten as Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education: "I am grateful for today's confirmation of Cindy Marten as Deputy …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 11, 2021 - 18:29 GMT

University of Connecticut Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2021

Thank you, Dr. Katsouleas (PRONOUNCED: KAT-sue-lay-us), for that very kind introduction – and for all you do for this amazing institution. Both here and throughout your remarkable career, you’ve brought a visionary approach to an ever-changing educational …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 11, 2021 - 18:29 GMT

U.S. Department of Education Makes Available $36 Billion in American Rescue Plan Funds to Support Students and Institutions

The U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced more than $36 billion in emergency grants today provided under the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act for postsecondary education. These grants will help over 5,000 institutions of higher education (institutions …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 7, 2021 - 21:08 GMT

Secretary Cardona Holds Virtual Roundtable with Educators to Discuss the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This afternoon, U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona held a virtual roundtable to discuss the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program with educators who have student loans and are participating in the program. The participants included teachers …

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