Obama to offer student loan relief plan announced
President Obama will use executive authority to ease student loan payments and consolidate loans. The program lowers the repayment cap from 15 to 10 percent of discretionary income and forgives remaining debt after 20 years, potentially aiding 1.6 million borrowers, plus allow consolidation of FFEL and direct loans affecting about 5.8 million more. Education Secretary Duncan said savings could reach hundreds monthly.
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SIU unions and school weigh deal amid strike risk
Chancellor Rita Cheng says daily talks with various unions continue as negotiators explore creative options. If no fair contract emerges and talks fail, a strike remains a last resort with a strike fund in place to aid members while the university plans to stay operational for students.
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Egyptian High School shows 18 percent gain after revitalization
VIP guest lauds reading and science gains at Egyptian High School with 18 percent improvement from 2010 to 2011. Upgrades include upgraded science labs and a reading center, plus a SIU partnership expanding opportunities beyond high school. Principal Doty notes enrollment fell from 240 to 140 amid rural poverty and economic downturn.
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