CSU faculty salary study shows wide dissatisfaction despite pay being at national averages

March 25, 2023

California’s high cost of living may influence upcoming contract talks

State Government

Expansion of college financial aid in California may be at risk

March 15, 2023

Lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom agreed last year to make major changes to Cal Grants, contingent on available revenue. But now the state faces a bleak budget forecast.

Environment

Students at rural community college can earn a bachelor’s and help prevent wildfires

March 8, 2023

Feather River College is the latest of California's community colleges to get approval for a bachelor's degree program.

Biden’s plan to forgive student loans may be in jeopardy after Supreme Court arguments

February 28, 2023

Justices' skepticism could be bad news for 3.5 million Californians eligible for debt relief.

Health Care

California ends plans for kids’ Covid vaccine mandate

February 1, 2023

The end of the state's Covid-19 state of emergency this month effectively ends plans to require kids to be vaccinated against the virus.

Will arts education cuts in proposed California budget have a big impact?

February 1, 2023

Arts advocates point to the power of the arts to boost the state's student achievement and buttress social-emotional well-being.

University of California behind schedule in growing enrollment of in-state students

January 14, 2023

Newsom expects those numbers to grow next year, still plans to give UC 5% funding increase

Arts and Lifestyle

What Prop. 28 funding will mean for arts education in California

December 7, 2022

Prop. 28 will provide about $1 billion each year in funding to California public schools, starting in 2023. Former Los Angeles Unified Superintendent Austin Beutner, a chief backer of the initiative, discusses how it will work.

Environment

Can trees reduce pollution at schools next to freeways? A Fresno campus tries plantings

December 4, 2022

Other schools may follow if tree experiment improves air quality.

Political rancor has had chilling effect on public education, survey finds

December 3, 2022

California students are more likely to be hostile to students with different political viewpoints