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Sara Levy, associate professor and chair in the Department of Education, said the department started exploring the possibility of an Education Studies major in Fall 2020 after several Education Studies minor students said they wanted to take more education courses.

Education department launches degree in Education Studies

By Kai Lincke, Staff Writer • May 3, 2023
The Ithaca College Department of Education will launch a new Bachelor of Arts in Education Studies degree in Fall 2023. 
IC community expresses mixed feelings on student loan relief

IC community expresses mixed feelings on student loan relief

By Syd Pierre, News Editor • September 7, 2022
Some students at Ithaca College feel that President Joe Biden's plan for federal student loan debt forgiveness is a first step in addressing the cost of higher education.
Senior Lily Hosken tells her own story of sexual abuse and dealing with the Title IX office. She says her experience is not unique and needs to be addressed within the campus community.

Title IX update supports students with trauma-related needs

By Lorien Tyne, Assistant News Editor • January 31, 2022
A recent policy update to the U.S. Department of Education’s Title IX process will better support Ithaca College students with trauma-related needs
The panel, hosted by IC Strike and the college’s Title IX office, was held Sept. 24 to be a conversation about the new national Title IX regulations and the impact on the college’s Title IX rules.

College responds to proposed Title IX changes

By Madison Fernandez, News Editor • February 6, 2019
Ithaca College responded to the United States Department of Education’s proposed changes to Title IX.
Sophomore Cammy Viola as she prepares comments on the proposed changes to Title IX.

Campus community comments on proposed Title IX changes

By Phoebe Harms, Staff Writer • January 28, 2019
Members of the Ithaca College community came together to write comments Jan. 24 in response to the proposed changes to Title IX.
Department of Education changes may affect Ithaca College

Department of Education changes may affect Ithaca College

By Sierra Guardiola, Assistant News Editor • September 13, 2017
Possible changes in Department of Education programs under Trump have administrators at the college nervous that students’ best interests will not be met.
Ithaca College students are eligible for partial refunds to their room and board for Spring 2020 because of switch to online learning due to COVID-19.

Ithaca College under Title IX investigation by Office for Civil Rights

By Celisa Calacal, Senior Writer • July 7, 2017
An Ithaca College student accused of sexual assault filed a complaint alleging that the college discriminated against them on the basis of sex and race.
Fitness instructor takes alternative approach to teaching

Fitness instructor takes alternative approach to teaching

By Danielle Allentuck, Sports Editor • March 1, 2017
Derek Hessing, a former Marine, created the Inner Strength fitness class this semester. It meets twice a week.

Editorial: Betsy DeVos threatens public education system

February 8, 2017
Betsy Devos' abysmal performance during her Senate hearing weeks ago made it clear that she was unfit for the position she will now fill.
Ithaca College students and faculty are concerned about the appointment of Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education citing her lack of experience, beliefs and the impact she will have on the education system.

IC faculty concerned about the appointment of Betsy DeVos

By Steph Siok, Staff Writer • February 8, 2017
She said having DeVos as secretary of the Department of Education is comparable to having a surgeon unfamiliar with medical technique.
In addition to what Trump has said, many now debate how his policies and administration will impact women’s rights.

National Recap: Trump era and women’s rights

By Celisa Calacal, Opinion Editor • January 25, 2017
In addition to what Trump has said, many now debate how his policies and administration will impact women’s rights.
Reported rapes, drug and weapon violations increase at IC

Reported rapes, drug and weapon violations increase at IC

By Jack Sears, Contributing Writer • September 28, 2016
Ithaca College’s Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management has seen an increase in reported rape cases, weapons violations and drug violations.
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