AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFlood Disruption in Manila: University of Santo Tomas suspended classes after habagat rains flooded parts of campus, with students taking shelter inside a parish. Free College Funding Relief (Philippines): The DBM released P9.75B to CHEd to cover unpaid dues to 108 state universities and colleges, easing pressure on programs and facilities. AI in the Classroom Debate (Philippines): A lawmaker urged universities to treat AI as a tool, citing survey data showing widespread student use of generative chatbots. Higher-Ed Reform Watch (Malaysia): Malaysia’s planned repeal of the 55-year-old AUKU law drew calls for real safeguards for academic freedom and student autonomy. Student Safety & Wellbeing: A Qatar Cancer Society health-awareness program reached 3,100 students; in the U.S., a construction project near UT Knoxville’s Second Creek is underway. Campus Life & Access: McPherson College announced new apartment-style student housing; in General Santos, a city-funded college opened with free tuition and fees. Governance & Student Voice: Delhi University set DUSU election dates and plans to introduce EVMs. Privacy & Accreditation Risk: Maestro College faced scrutiny after an accreditor reportedly mishandled private student information.
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