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The new coronavirus continues to disrupt our worlds. But it is possible that we are getting closer to a vaccine, as those who have had the virus donate their blood and plasma for research.
In perhaps more disturbing news, apparently we all have the same nightmares, fueled by anxiety around COVID-19.
To relieve this anxiety, here are some cleansers for the palate.
First of all, a roundup of funny memes and videos to put your pressure on you.
Here is a beautiful rhyme to send to your future Passover Seder guests during this time.
And, if you’re bored, here’s a practical Guide to bird watching at home.
Let’s come to the news.
New York is on the rise. Andrew Cuomo, the state’s Democratic governor, announced that New Yorkers who have private student loans will receive some relief, including the ability to defer their loan payments for 90 days. Advocates called on Congress to extend some of its terms for federal student loan relief to private borrowers, but this was not included in the $ 2.2 trillion coronavirus assistance program.
The University of the City of New York launched a emergency relief fund for students in difficulty because of COVID-19. He ultimately hopes to raise $ 10 million for the fund and will initially donate $ 500 each to 14,000 students.
Law graduates who cannot pass the july bar exam due to the coronavirus may still be able to practice law. The American Bar Association board of governors passed a policy resolution urging state licensing authorities to allow recent graduates to practice in a limited capacity.
Here’s a quick recap of our latest stories, in case you got a little behind (we don’t blame you):
Institutions are changing their weight student instructor reviews due to the current health crisis. Doug Lederman explores what this could mean for the common tool.
Many colleges have agreed to offer dormitories for first responders to the coronavirus pandemic. This may force them to clean up student affairs – which does not always go well, reports Greta Anderson.
Amid all this, an annual survey by the American Association of University Professors found that the teachers’ salary is fixed, as has been the case in recent years, reports Colleen Flaherty.
Scott Jaschik wrote about another study that found declining minority college enrollments in states where positive action is prohibited.
News from elsewhere
Educational diving has an article on online supervisors, which are in high demand now that higher education has gone virtual.
The National Association of Student Financial Aid and Administrators wrote about the expectations budget cuts in states, including cuts to higher education.
Pandemic-induced recession unevenly hits higher education sector, says The Chronicle of Higher Education. Small colleges are particularly affected.
Percolating thoughts
It’s a time when everyone has an opinion. As journalists we try not to have opinions, but we have collected other interesting ones.
The president of the Association of Public and Land Universities pleads in favor of a national coalition aimed at retaining at-risk students and building a digital infrastructure.
Lumina Foundation experts ask institutions not to “waste a crisis“in a publication by Higher Learning Advocates.
A professor and a dean discuss how to teach labs online in the era of the coronavirus.
Do you have any percolating thoughts or notice others? Feel free to send them to us or comment below.
We will continue to bring you the news you need during this crazy time. Keep sending us your questions and story ideas. We’re gonna go through this together.
