AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPFAS Research Boost: Landmark College is part of a $7.9M NSF-funded PFAS Environmental Research Network, pairing students with Bennington, Middlebury, UVM and state agencies to track “forever chemicals” in Vermont water and soil. Higher Ed, Security & Leadership: Malaysia’s National Resilience College gets a push to strengthen leadership training for defense and security decision-makers. Campus Service for 9/11: Repair the World and Hillel International expand a 9/11-era volunteer fellowship, mobilizing 800+ college students for community service. Student Aid Disruption: New federal rules delayed federal loan disbursements for some students, raising fears of continued fall-term financial strain. Policy Pressure on Universities: The U.S. House passed a bill to penalize universities tied to Israel boycotts, while the IRS proposed stronger limits on tax-exempt status for private schools with race-based discrimination. International Higher Ed: Marcos signed expanded aid for Philippines tertiary and vocational students, extending subsidies and coverage for disadvantaged groups. Local/Global Education: Moldova launches a “Decade of National Values” program in schools, and Mount Holyoke College Art Museum reopens after nine months with a renovated, expanded display.
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