2010年5月31日星期一

Yahoo! News: Education News

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Yahoo! News: Education News


Some states walk away from 'Race to Top' millions (AP)

Posted: 31 May 2010 11:50 AM PDT

AP - About two dozen states are going back to Washington for another shot at billions in education grants under the "Race to the Top" program, but at least nine others with more than 7 million children are opting out of trying a second time.

Handling of rape claim at Brown raises questions (AP)

Posted: 31 May 2010 10:48 AM PDT

In this April 26, 2010 photo, Brown University president Ruth Simmons listens during a ground-breaking ceremony in Providence, R.I. A federal lawsuit by former Brown student William McCormick III alleges that university administrators failed to adequately investigate rape accusations, which he claims led to his pressured withdrawal from the school shortly after he arrived in the fall of 2006. Simmons told Associated Press those allegations are 'utter poppycock' but declined further comment. (AP Photo/Stew Milne)AP - William McCormick III crossed the wrought-iron gates of Brown University on a full scholarship, a champion wrestler from Wisconsin who expected four years at an Ivy League institution known for educating generations of bright and enterprising minds.


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