Feds say Yale discriminates against Asian, White applicants

A Justice Department investigation finds that Yale University is illegally discriminating against Asian American and white applicants, in violation of federal civil rights law.

School District of Waukesha votes to start school year using 'hybrid model'

After four and a half hours of debate, the School District of Waukesha's Board of Education is opting for a hybrid model for back to school this fall. Classes begin on Sept. 1. 

UW System administration announces layoffs, other cuts

University of Wisconsin System administration will lay off an untold number of employees over the next two years.

Milwaukee Health Department issues guidance for reopening schools in fall
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The guidance applies to all schools within the city's boundaries, and each school must have a plan approved by the health department before learning can begin.

Milwaukee Health Department issues guidance for reopening schools in fall

The guidance applies to all schools within the city's boundaries, and each school must have a plan approved by the health department before learning can begin.

Amid ventilation worries, schools mull outdoor classes during coronavirus pandemic

Concerns about school infrastructure are adding momentum to plans in some districts, even in colder climates, to take classes outdoors for the sake of student and teacher health.

School district says no pajamas for online classes

The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.

No parties, no trips: Colleges set COVID-19 rules for fall

Outbreaks involving fraternities have already been reported at some schools, including the University of Southern California, the University of Washington and the University of Mississippi. The University of California at Berkeley recently decided to begin the fall semester with fully remote instruction after a local flare-up of cases linked to fraternity parties.

US schools face big virus test as students return to classroom

As educators prepare to welcome back students in time for classes, the ability of schools to quickly contain potential coronavirus outbreaks will put districts to the test.

The Salvation Army joins forces with Walmart to 'Stuff the Bus' for kids in need

Friday kicks off the Salvation Army's Stuff the Bus campaign. The idea is that as people do their back to school shopping at Walmart, they may grab something extra. 

Gov. Evers announces $32 million for COVID-19 testing at UW System campuses

State funding will help purchase COVID-19 276,000 tests, 246,000 of which will be allocated to campuses and 30,000 of which will be held in reserve by UW System for peaks or shortfalls.

Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, Long Island University to launch new school for music, sports and entertainment

Roc Nation, an entertainment company founded and helmed by Jay-Z, is partnering with Long Island University in Brooklyn to launch the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment.