Education

At QCC, Baker announces new part-time student aid

Massachusetts will invest an additional $7.1 million in student aid, with a focus on part-time community college students, Gov. Charlie Baker said Monday at Quinsigamond Community College.

Column: When facing addiction, how communities can build resilience

The misuse of prescription opioids and heroin use is one of the most significant health threats today, but there are steps any community can take.

Health care price tool could be ‘game changer’

A new state website designed for patients to compare health care provider prices launched earlier this year.

FSU honored for diversity, inclusion efforts

Framingham State University is one of 96 colleges and universities in the country to be recognized by a higher education magazine for its efforts to support diversity and inclusion.

Movers & Shakers

The Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce has hired two new staff members. ALEX GUARDIOLA has been hired...

Column: Prisoners among MWCC’s best students

We at Mount Wachusett Community College have a strong belief in the power of education to transform lives.

Newer nonprofits without the resources for large fundraisers have to get creative

For large, established nonprofits, fundraising is a matter for dedicated full-time staff to build relationships with deep-pocketed donors and attend conferences on best practices.

WPI opens $49M dorm and education building

Worcester Polytechnic Institute officially opened its $49 million dorm and education building Thursday, which includes both 140 beds and lab space equipped with the latest technology.

Framingham State joins prison education consortium

Framingham State University has joined a group of colleges in Massachusetts that is working to expand college education access for those who are incarcerated.

Doctors warn of dangers of screen time for kids

Doctors say too much time looking at screens can harm brain development, contribute to a inactive lifestyle, and lead to delayed or poor reading skills for children.

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