San Diego County’s many colleges and universities spending big bucks on construction boom
Thirteen local colleges and universities are spending nearly $11 billion to build everything from science centers to high-rise dormitories and athletic fields.
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Nearly $4M state grant to help create SDSU National Security Hub incubator in Mission Valley
Leaders of the project anticipate creating 200 jobs and connecting SDSU students with internships, mentorship and career opportunities
One Tech Tip: How to keep your child’s tablets, laptops from becoming distractions from schoolwork
Schools often provide these devices, and parents can struggle to keep kids focused at home.
Is your child headed to college? Here are dorm room essentials for your list
Making sure your student feels not only comfortable but also organized is key.
How the ‘weird’ college courses teach critical thinking
In one class, students engage with ancient alien civilizations, Atlantis and more.
3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold
A growing number of colleges are offering three-year degree programs, which cut a year off a traditional bachelor’s with reduced credit.
When should a school be closed? In South Bay as students dwindle, families and educators balance hope with hard numbers
The district is trying to stabilize its finances. But its plans to close schools are concerning to families and some experts.
How to help your kids make friends at a new school
Tell kids they will meet more friends when they’re not glued to their phones.
Astronomy and space sciences are soaring right now with kids. Keeping them engaged is much harder.
Science, pop-culture are converging at a crucial time for STEM recruitment. But some methods work better than others.
College is still worth it, parents say. They just want more options
What parents consider “higher education” is changing.