Elon and Queens universities announce merger

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/16 7:00A Justin Pryor

Officials say the merger had unanimous support from the Boards of Trustees for both institutions.

Colorado school shooting suspect posted online about mass shootings and neo-Nazi views, report says

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/14 7:04A Associated Press

The local sheriff's office previously said the 16 year old was radicalized by an unspecified “extremist network" but released no details.

Blue Ridge Community College training workers to help rebuild after Helene

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/12 8:01A Jennifer Roberts

The school’s accelerated workforce program offers free training for students, preparing them for entry-level construction jobs.

Historically Black colleges and universities across U.S. on lockdown, cancel classes after threats

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/11 11:43A Joseph Konig

At least eight historically Black colleges and universities implemented shelter-in-place orders, shut down campus facilities and canceled classes.

Judge issues nationwide block on Trump policy that cuts off Head Start for people in U.S. illegally

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/11 10:51A Associated Press

A Trump administration directive intended to prevent children in the U.S. illegally from enrolling in the federally funded preschool program.

Texas A&M professor fired after video shows classroom confrontation over gender identity coursework

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/11 3:35A Associated Press

The firing of Melissa McCoul came after political pressure from Republican lawmakers, including Gov. Greg Abbott, who had called for her termination.

U.S. high school students lose ground in math and reading, continuing yearslong decline

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/9 6:45A Associated Press

In reading, the average score in 2024 was the lowest score in the history of the assessment.

Why N.C. State researcher’s fabrics could end up in your furniture and might change the planet

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/8 2:15A Marshall Keely

Researchers at N.C. State University’s Wilson College of Textiles are creating the next generation of environmentally friendly fabrics.

White House's review of Smithsonian content could reach into classrooms nationwide

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/7 9:15A Associated Press

President Donald Trump's review at the Smithsonian could influence how history is taught in classrooms around the country.

Moms' careers and personal time are hit hard by school drop-off demands, a poll finds

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/4 2:35A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

Mothers are especially likely to say school transportation needs have interfered with their jobs and opportunities.

Investment into North Carolina community colleges continues across the state

Education | Spectrum News 1 9/4 1:15A Zyneria Byrd

Community colleges have seen an increase in students, which has also led to an increase in investments being made into these institutions.

Some colleges are welcoming pets in dorms to reduce students' stress and anxiety

Education | Spectrum News 1 8/28 8:28A Associated Press

Eckerd College in Florida, MIT and the University of Northern Colorado are among the schools that allow them.

AI-driven private school expanding to North Carolina as public schools explore classroom...

Education | Spectrum News 1 8/25 1:30A Rob Wu

Just two hours of class? A new AI-driven school is coming to North Carolina as public schools explore artificial intelligence.

Photos: 2025 back-to-school photo submissions

Education | Spectrum News 1 8/22 5:30A Daniel Gray

Before you grab your lunchbox and hop on the bus, be sure to capture a first-day photo!

Eliminating the stigma: Food program ensures all Durham students get fed

Education | Spectrum News 1 8/22 12:00A Daniel Gray

The school district is among a few in the state with county-wide participation.