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NAIROBI — Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) men's Premier League champions Nairobi City Thunder have received a timely boost ahead of their second appearance at the Basketball Africa League (BAL). The national champions have renewed their partnership with American-based Nexford University that will see its players benefit from scholarship opportunities. The club's head of partnerships, Marcel Awori, says the partnership goes a long way in fulfilling their mission of enhancing

In the current era of the modern workforce, ensuring job quality, equitable education, and effective career preparation is of increasing importance. The articles in this week's News Roundup reveal notable disparities in employment conditions across the United States, alongside emerging approaches (such as artificial intelligence) to support learners with diverse needs. Additionally, new initiatives focus on creating alternative pathways that better prepare students for sustai

Funding supports continued scale of higher education partnerships for student-led peer learning; education leader Megan Dusenbery appointed CEO; founder Samyr Qureshi becomes Executive Chairman. MIAMI, Oct. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Knack , the leading student success technology platform that enables higher education institutions to power and scale peer learning programs, today announced the appointment of Megan Dusenbery as Chief Executive Officer. Founding CEO Samyr Qureshi

Mantra Health welcomes Les Cook, EdD, Chancellor Emeritus at Montana Technological University, to Student Affairs Leadership Council. Mantra Health is proud to announce Les Cook, EdD, as the newest new member of our Student Affairs Leadership Council , a strategic advisory group dedicated to advancing Mantra Health’s mission of providing high-quality mental health services to college students nationwide. With nearly four decades of experience in student affairs and higher edu

New York, NY— October 20, 2025 — Orijin, the leading education and workforce development platform for correctional facilities, is proud to announce that the feature film Sing Sing is now available on Orijin tablets in facilities across 19 U.S. states. This powerful true story of transformation, hope, and rehabilitation through the arts is now accessible to more than 63,000 incarcerated learners nationwide. Sing Sing, an A24 release, is inspired by the extraordinary life of Jo

This week's News Roundup features topics that collectively illustrate how education technology and workforce development are evolving in 2025, from AI shaping hiring and upskilling needs to the persistent gaps in school-based mental health, chronic absenteeism, and college readiness tied to poverty.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Making business education more affordable, flexible, and career-focused worldwide Nexford University , a next-generation accredited online university designed for modern learners, announces the launch of its newly reimagined Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program. Inspired by learner and employer feedback and built for the world of work, the new BBA program offers multiple enhancements that dee

Across the articles in this week's News Roundup, a common thread is clear: edtech and workforce development are critical levers for transforming learning, bridging gaps between education and real-world needs, and accelerating inclusive progress.

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This week's News Roundup highlight pressing challenges and promising opportunities across various sectors: a projected shortfall of over 5 million college-educated workers in the U.S. by 2032 underscores the urgent need for targeted reskilling and credentialing initiatives; positive trends in college students’ mental health point to the importance of accessible mental health resources; and expanding youth employment and work-based learning can foster essential skills and comm

Recent education and workforce development trends reveal a shared emphasis on outcomes, equity, and adaptability. From edtech companies shifting their focus toward measurable student success and ROI, to innovative community-based models that blend historic preservation with modern industry needs, the sector is increasingly prioritizing practical results over traditional metrics.