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U-M ends ties with program that helped diversify PhDs, after federal threat - Bridge Michigan The PhD Project was inspired by a U-M effort from the early 90s, but the university has ended its association with the mentoring program following a federal probe into ‘racial preferences.’

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Michigan residents with degrees, skills certificates rises, but state ranking falls - Bridge Michigan Michigan’s overall postsecondary educational attainment has grown since the state set a goal of 60% of residents having a credential by 2030. But the state’s national ranking has fallen.

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U-M president’s compensation may hit $3M per year, base pay could set record - Bridge Michigan U-M President-elect Syverud to earn nearly $3 million in total compensation, with his $2 million base pay potentially setting a record for public university presidents, an expert said.

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U-M’s new president inherits host of challenges: What Kent Syverud faces - Bridge Michigan U-M President-elect Kent Syverud to join school following a season of instability and grapple with many issues, including federal funding cuts to universities, athletic department scandals and student...

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Benton Harbor turns to virtual teachers amid shortage. Parents aren’t happy - Bridge Michigan All kids deserve a certified teacher, even if they are remote, Benton Harbor officials say. Some disagree.

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Michigan fails its students with disabilities, first-ever report finds - Bridge Michigan Report sounds alarms on rampant absenteeism, use of restraints and low graduation rates among Michigan’s disabled population.

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Michigan autism group rallies to save key program after state slashes $2M - Bridge Michigan A program that helps individuals and families navigating the complex systems supporting those with autism is struggling after a state budget cut. But leaders say it will go on.

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Michigan sex ed overhaul plan sparks debate: inclusivity or indoctrination? - Bridge Michigan In first update since 2007, proposed sex ed standards would encourage Michigan schools to discuss gender identity and expression with students by eighth grade.

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Bathroom wars hit MSU: This time, it’s unisex showers, toilets in honors dorm - Bridge Michigan MSU has opened its first unisex community dorm bathroom as part of $37 million in renovations to Campbell Hall. While showers are private, public spaces aren’t — and not all parents are on board.

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Ferris State rejects county proposal to erect statue of Charlie Kirk on campus Ferris State University has rejected a county commission proposal to erect a statue of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk.

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MSU study urges more money, improved efficiencies for Michigan schools - Bridge Michigan While Michigan school funding has gone up, the dollars making it to classrooms has remained flat because of growing pension costs.

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Wayne State president leaves with ‘bargain’ settlement of $760K, plus health care - Bridge Michigan Kimberly Andrews Espy, WSU’s first female president, departed this week with a settlement in exchange for giving up her rights to return to the faculty. Her $760K departure settlement is on the low si...

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Push to take SAT scores off Michigan students' transcripts, abolish essay - Bridge Michigan Proposed legislation seeks to make the college application process more fair for high school students, advocates say, since most colleges offer students the option of not providing test scores.

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Michigan chronic absenteeism inches down but remains higher than pre-pandemic - Bridge Michigan More than 1 in 4 students are chronically absent across the state. School leaders told researchers that absenteeism was a top priority in 2024-2025 school year.

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Wayne State President Kimberly Andrews Espy resigns after 2 years at helm - Bridge Michigan The Detroit university’s Board of Governors is expected to meet on Wednesday to accept the resignation, consider next steps.

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Michigan politicians say they face growing threats after Charlie Kirk shooting - Bridge Michigan Two Democrats report bomb threats, while two others say they’ve received death threats related to a state House prayer shortly after the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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Michigan may lose millions as universities see drop in international students - Bridge Michigan Michigan colleges and universities expecting a significant drop in international students due to Trump administration policies, potentially leading to a $230 million financial impact on the state.

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Judge Rules Trump Administration Illegally Canceled Harvard Funding

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New state superintendent needs to move from Canada to Michigan - Bridge Michigan Dearborn schools Superintendent Glenn Maleyko plans to move to Lansing area from his home in Canada for new post.

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Legal battle erupts between Michigan school librarian, activist parent - Bridge Michigan School librarian says the heart of her legal action is about behavior rather than attempts to ban library books. The dispute has been going on for five years, according to a court filing.

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Dearborn Public Schools chief poised to become next state superintendent - Bridge Michigan Michigan Board of Education selects Glenn Maleyko to replace Michael Rice, who’s set to retire in October.

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BREAKING: Dearborn Public Schools Superintendent Glenn Maleyko is poised to become Michigan’s 45th superintendent of public instruction. Story coming from @bridgemi.com

Opposition grows to $1.2B supercomputer plan. U-M can’t ‘be trusted,’ foes say - Bridge Michigan Ypsilanti Township officials on Tuesday will consider a resolution opposing the partnership between U-M and the Los Alamos National Laboratory that could create 200 jobs that pay $200,000 per year.

Ypsilanti Township officials are sparring with the University of Michigan over U-M’s $1.2 billion super-computing research center planned with Los Alamos National Laboratory in the township.

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GOP slams 'woke' politics, bathroom signs as Monroe college tax vote nears - Bridge Michigan A tax renewal is mired in the culture wars, as Republicans refuse withhold support because the college allows all to use multi-stall bathrooms.

The battle over school bathrooms and who uses them is deep in a Michigan community and tied to a community college trying to pass a millage. More in @bridgemi.com

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Michigan schools returning without state budget, warning free meals may not last - Bridge Michigan Missing from Michigan’s back-to-school checklist: A state budget. Educators say the funding uncertainty is already forcing ‘difficult decisions.’

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Michigan awards $87 million for schools to buy proven literacy materials - Bridge Michigan In a state with over 400 English language arts curricula used in elementary classrooms, a new investment may cut down on those programs. It just might raise test scores too.

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Nuisance or hero? Retired U-M prof perfects art of fighting campus DEI - Bridge Michigan Mark Perry’s federal complaints target scholarships, programs, other opportunities only for women and students of color nationwide. Allies say he’s a civil-rights fighter. Foes say he’s weaponized the...

Nuisance or hero? Retired U-M prof perfects art of fighting campus DEI

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Hillsdale curriculum powers growth of Plymouth charter school Ivywood Academy is the only charter school with a Hillsdale classical curriculum in Michigan.

Hillsdale curriculum powers growth of Plymouth charter school. My last story in @detroitnews.com

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Brown University's campus. A headline reads: "Brown University Makes A Deal With the White House to Restore Funding." Photo credit: lan MacLellan for The New York Times.

Breaking News: Brown University was said to have reached a deal with the Trump administration to restore federal funding. nyti.ms/459nQzY