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The University of Texas at Austin is consolidating four departments, including African and African Diaspora Studies and American Studies, into a new Social and Cultural Analysis department by September 2027. This move aims to streamline operations and address perceived fragmentation. Separately, European language departments will merge into a new European and Eurasian Studies department.

Educators report widespread fear and absenteeism as immigration enforcement actions near schools. Rumors of raids and detentions have led parents to withdraw children, disrupting learning and creating an environment where students can no longer be reassured of campus safety. This shift impacts families even with lawful status, altering school attendance and access to education.

Tragedy struck South Carolina State University as a shooting inside Hugine Suites claimed two lives and injured another, triggering an eight-hour campus lockdown. Authorities are investigating the incident, which follows a series of earlier shootings. Classes were canceled, and support services made available to students grappling with the renewed violence.

The U.S. Department of Education reports significant FAFSA improvements for the 2026-27 cycle, with an early launch, higher student satisfaction, and faster customer support. The redesigned form, under the FAFSA Simplification Act, has expanded Pell Grant eligibility for 1.7 million more students. Fraud detection has also been refined to reduce false positives.

The CBSE DRQ Tier-1 answer key objection window closes tomorrow, February 14, 2026. Candidates can submit challenges online for a fee of ₹100 per question. Subject experts will review all objections, and their decision will be final. The final result will be based on the revised answer key.

India Post is recruiting 28,686 Gramin Dak Sevak positions nationwide. Applications are open until February 14, 2026. Selection for Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, and Dak Sevak roles will be based on Class 10 marks, with no written exam. The online registration process is currently active on the official India Post GDS website.

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released the PRT Admit Card 2026 today, February 13, for the Assistant Teacher (Primary) computer-based exam. Exams are scheduled from February 16–24 and March 3–8, 2026. Candidates must download the hall ticket from the official portal, carry a valid photo ID, and follow exam instructions. The test

Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission is closing registrations on February 15, 2026, for 1,518 Forester, Forest Guard, and Excise Constable positions. The recruitment drive, part of the Combined Recruitment Examination 2025-II, offers Group C roles across various government departments. Candidates must meet specific educational and age criteria, with physical standards applicable for certain posts. Apply

Indira Gandhi National Open University, IGNOU, is inviting applications for its Bachelor of Education programme for the 2026 session. The registration process is currently open. Aspiring candidates must submit their applications online by February 27, 2026. Admission to the B.Ed course will be determined through an entrance examination conducted by IGNOU.

Dartmouth College has secured $30 million in endowed gifts to bolster undergraduate internship opportunities, aiming to integrate practical experience with academic study. This initiative, aligning with President Beilock’s focus on career outcomes, will provide financial support for unpaid internships and expand international pathways, reflecting a broader institutional commitment to preparing students for a dynamic labor