A new government report found that substantial disparities remain in health coverage for college students, despite coverage increases. Overall health coverage rates among undergraduate and graduate students increased from 81% in 2010 to 92% in 2022. However, approximately 1.6 million students still lacked health coverage in 2022. American Indian or Alaska Native students, Hispanic or Latino students, and Black or African American students all lacked coverage at notably higher rates than White students

Ransomware attacks in the global education sector rose 69% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to a new report. The ransoms averaged $608,000 among the confirmed attacks. A report in March found that 82% of K-12 schools in the U.S. experienced a cyber incident between July 2023 and December 2024, reinforcing the need to invest in cybersecurity measures to defend against these attacks

As California officials expand efforts to lessen degree requirements for state jobs, Governor Newsom announced “career passports,” a tool that will combine academic records and verified experience from work, military service, training programs, and more to inform hiring decisions. The state will also build stronger state and regional coordination through paid internships, streamlined funding, and employer input regarding what skills are needed.

New Mexico State University Graduate Workers United is in discussions with the university administration regarding health insurance options for international graduate students. University officials told international students that they are not eligible for advanced premium tax credits, which reduce the cost of health insurance. This article explains the developments so far, which could impact how other universities approach international student health policies.

Research on workplace empathy reveals alarming gaps between employees’ mental health needs and the support they receive from their employers. Consider employee benefits, for example. In a 2024 Businessolver survey, 90% of employees said having mental health benefits available at enrollment was important. Yet only 35% reported having access to them.

A 12-year-old middle school student was hit by a vehicle while crossing the street in front of her school, and she died later from her injuries. The incident has prompted community members to call for new safety measures, including speed monitoring devices, crosswalks, or traffic lights to help slow and guide traffic.