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China's Richest Man Shifts Focus to Education
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December 11, 2018
Alibaba's founder, Jack Ma, is planning for the future. Top on his list? Education. Let's take a closer look.
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Freedom of Speech In Question at Australian Universities
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December 6, 2018
The Australian government has asked Robert French, a former chief justice of the high court, to review the state of freedom of speech on its higher education campuses. Here’s a closer look at at the situation.
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France Plans English-Language Boost to Increase International Student Numbers
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December 4, 2018
Universities in France will offer more courses in English, in a bid to attract even more international students -- it hopes at least 50 percent more in the next decade. Let's take a closer look.
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Good News for Pakistanis Hoping to Study in France
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December 3, 2018
The French embassy in Islamabad recently announced news of a new scholarship program aimed at helping more Pakistani students take advantage of higher education opportunities in France. Here’s a closer look at the initiative, called the Eiffel Scholarship Program of Excellence.
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What Countries Offer Scholarship Support for Syrian Refugees?
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November 27, 2018
More than 5.5 million refugees have fled Syria since the civil war began in 2011, according to World Vision. This includes just under 2.5 million children, who face significant barriers to education. The good news? There is help for the approximate 100,000 college-ready Syrians who want to pursue co...
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Will the US’s Midterm Election Results Impact Student Loan Borrowers?
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November 23, 2018
A lot was hanging in the balance heading into the recent midterm elections in the US, and much of it was left unresolved with neither a “blue wave” or a “red sweep” playing out at the polls. Still, experts say the results do give us an idea about what student loan borrowers can expect moving...
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Australian Government Gives Extra Funding To Regional Universities
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November 20, 2018
Australia's Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, recently pledged an extra A$135 million for regional universities, study hubs, and scholarships for students in rural and regional areas. Let's take a closer look.
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Cyprus Wants To Promote Research And Development
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November 16, 2018
Last month, the Cyprus Mail reported on a new national research and innovation council in Cyprus. Let's take a closer look.
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Which Countries Lead the World in English Proficiency?
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November 13, 2018
Which countries shine when it comes to the English language, and why does it matter so much? There’s no better time than International Education Week to take a closer look at EF's newly released English Proficiency Index.
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Was There a Youth Wave in the Midterm Elections?
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November 8, 2018
The 2018 midterm results are in, and while the Democrats’ “Blue Wave” took control of the US House of Representatives for the first time since 2010, it fell short in the Senate. Prior to the election, stakeholders insisted that a high turnout by youth voters could make a difference. All of whi...

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Four Reasons to Study Arts Management in Italy
December 10, 2018

Arts management is the organization and administration of arts entities such as theaters, museums, and galleries. Like most management roles, arts man...

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Why an International Affairs Degree Promises You a Bright Career
December 7, 2018

We are living in uncertain times. Globalization, migration, climate change, nuclear proliferation, terrorism, and cybersecurity are just a few of the ...

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In These US Cities, You Won't Regret Having A College Degree
December 6, 2018

Think college degrees are a dime a dozen? Think again. Magnify Money recently unveiled data showing having a degree in certain places has a disproport...