Education

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There’s a new semiconductor network to train students for Micron jobs

Scott Willis

U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer, a Democrat of New York, announced a new partnership with Micron and the Northeast University Semiconductor Network at Syracuse University, preparing students for jobs.

SCSD librarians worry about increase in book ban attempts

Laddie Springer

Two Syracuse City School District librarians are worried after the American Library Association's press release that outlined a record number of book ban attempts in 2022

The purple and white flag of the Onondaga Nation is shown on the Syracuse University campus.

Indigenous studies teaching certificate to be introduced in New York

Matt Hassan

The certificate that focuses on indigenous culture and languages will be presented for consideration in June.

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Students want a more inclusive curriculum, new survey confirms

Edwin J. Viera

A new YouthTruth survey finds that Black students want a more diverse and inclusive education concerning College Board's AP African American Studies controversy.

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SUNY Oswego's transition to a university may attract more students

Emma Murphy

In recent years enrollment in higher education has decreased across the state.

A graphic of notebook paper lists the top stories of the week of Dec. 05-09, 2022.

WAER News Round Up: Dec. 5 - 9

Yoki Tang

This week, Governor Kathy Hochul and NY health officials warned New Yorkers of a surge of three different viruses, and the state Thruway EZ Pass tolls will increase by 5% in 2024 and 2027. Also, the City of Syracuse dealt with illegal marijuana shops while SUNY got a new chancellor. Check this week's WAER Round-Up for more information on health and infrastructure and what other local news you've missed from Dec. 5-9!