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What to take seriously and what to be concerned about as Trump II revives its ‘Make America Skilled Again’ proposal.
New Haven Register
A research study for the state Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services found the highest prevalence of problem gambling among students attending the 12 public community colleges.
Associated Press
A federal judge has halted efforts by the Trump administration to collect data that proves higher education institutions aren’t considering race in admissions.
Lexington Herald-Leader
The budget outlined in House Bill 500, the executive branch budget bill, includes a 1.9% cut to the general fund in fiscal year 2026-27 for the state’s universities and Kentucky Community and Technical College System and 3.7% cut in 2027-28.
Galveston County Daily News
Galveston College will launch a new engineering technology degree and certificate program in fall 2026 with hands-on training aimed at preparing students for careers in robotics, electronics and advanced manufacturing.
CommonWealth Beacon
A potential model for this new vision is emerging in the Merrimack Valley, where Northern Essex Community College is exploring a shared campus with Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School and a special Early College Health Careers Institute with Greater Lawrence Technical School.
