AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHigher-Education Funding: Ohio University’s trustees backed an extension of its Scholarship Match Program through 2031, pushing scholarship support past $83 million and noting the endowment topped $1 billion for the first time. Global Startup Incubation: Seoul National University’s SIPC signed an MOU with Silicon Catalyst Japan to fast-track Korean system-semiconductor startups into US-Japan incubation and investment. Tuition and Value Debate: University of Wisconsin schools approved a 2% in-state tuition hike, with discussion shifting to the “net price” students actually pay. AI and Degrees: China is cutting thousands of “obsolete” college degrees to make room for AI-focused programs, as universities reshape offerings for a changing job market. Education Under Attack: A new global report says attacks on education rose more than 40% in 2024-2025, affecting 10,600+ students and staff across 83 countries. Malaria Prevention: A large study finds insecticide-treated nets still cut malaria cases sharply, but long-term impact is threatened by insecticide resistance. Campus Protest: Graduates walked out at Stanford’s commencement as chants of “Free, free Palestine” erupted during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s keynote. Research Recognition: Colorado State’s environmental economist Edward Barbier won the Blue Planet Prize, highlighting how nature can be treated as economic capital.
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