Programs that don’t pass a new ‘gainful employment’ standard risk the loss of federal student aid.
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USM cuts threaten thousands in grants for four students
With their research labs closing by Dec. 31, it’s unclear what will happen to their fellowships and who will take over as mentors.
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Regional School Unit 5 refocuses on superintendent search
Board members say they won’t obsess over Freeport’s nearly leaving the three-town school district.
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Military recruiting to get another look by Portland School Board
Proposed changes in Portland would clarify confusion over recruiters wearing uniforms and opt-out options for parents.
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Students and faculty protest cuts at USM as teachers get layoff notices
Several dozen gather on the Portland campus to speak out against the elimination of 50 faculty positions because of a budget crisis.
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USM begins laying off faculty members
Some are upset to get the news by voicemail, while the Muskie school is targeted for deep cuts.
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For-profit company’s role scaled back in plan for Maine second virtual charter school
The head of Maine Virtual Academy’s board says officials would hire teachers and run the school independently despite the affiliation with Virginia-based K12 Inc.
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Language arts dying out at USM
The decision to cut French and three faculty jobs means Spanish and the Classics programs are set to end too. Part-timers will teach some courses.
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Panel offers findings on making college affordable
A special state commission calls for more funding through the needs-based Maine State Grant program.
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UMaine System trustees cut two more academic programs at USM
The master’s program in applied medical sciences and the undergraduate French program are eliminated on a 9-2 vote after dozens speak against the cuts.