Education

Network of Alabama Academic Libraries reflects on 40th year

Speakers expressed the importance of promoting freedom of information in academic libraries.

Wesley Walter

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October 7, 2024

Department of Revenue publishes proposed rules for CHOOSE Act

The majority of the rules are lifted straight from the legislation, with much of the new language being technical details.

Jacob Holmes

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October 2, 2024

HBCU CARES responds to Gov. Ivey’s proclamation declaring October 2024 as HBCU Month

With Alabama boasting the largest number of HBCUs in the nation, these institutions contribute significantly to the state’s economy.

October 2, 2024

Keith Phillips appointed interim president at Wallace Community College Dothan

Phillips will serve following the retirement of Dr. Linda Young, who served as president of the college for 36 years.

October 2, 2024

Film tells how Hawkins, Có went from Vietnam foes to friends in higher ed

The two are titans of education working hand in hand across continents to broaden the understanding of Vietnamese and American students.

Jacob Holmes

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September 30, 2024

Confederate curriculum: Could CHOOSE Act fund fringe coursework?

Under the CHOOSE Act, homeschooling parents can receive up to $2,000 in reimbursements per child.

Jacob Holmes

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September 27, 2024

Troy Chancellor Hawkins reflects on diversity, legacy at university

Hawkins, who has served as chancellor at Troy since 1989, is the longest-serving chief executive of a public university in the United States.

Wesley Walter

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September 25, 2024

Prattville Library argues book selection is “government speech” in new filing

The Autauga-Prattville Public Library board of trustees is asking a federal judge to deny a motion for a preliminary injunction.

Jacob Holmes

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September 24, 2024

League of Women Voters hosts panel on Alabama library attacks for “Banned Books Week”

Panelists discussed a year of "attacks" on state libraries.

Jacob Holmes

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September 24, 2024