The PhD Project was inspired by a U-M effort from the early 90s, but the university has ended its association with the mentoring program following a federal probe into ‘racial preferences.’

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is calling for several programs to improve educational performance in Michigan. Here’s a breakdown of what’s been done so far.

WSU’s 14th president landed a contract that has a few unusual provisions, an expert said. But a board member called it fair for both sides.

WSU named law school dean Richard Bierschbach as interim president in September. His leadership has led to a permanent appointment without a national search or interview of other candidates.

Did President Shaunda Richardson-Snell pass out unsolicited religious literature to students and faculty? Board attorney says this is a new allegation and recommends outside investigation pending a formal complaint.

A Republican State Board of Education member claims the agency is prioritizing sexual politics over test scores.

As school leaders see an increase in students with disabilities, they say there aren’t enough speech professionals to go around. Virtual therapists are a 'stop-gap' solution.

A federal complaint over how Michigan should provide make-up services to students in special ed whose schools closed during COVID is in the hands of an administrative law judge.

The state’s four-year graduation rate is at a new high. Meanwhile, the drop out rate is down.

Trustees of Mott Community College in Flint held a special meeting to discuss a complaint that the college's president engaged in 'religious proselytizing.'