Lawrence-Kansas

Introduction: Emporia State University has successfully complied with a state mandate, avoiding a potential 10% budget penalty.
Body: The university completed the final step of posting degree-completion information online, meeting the requirements set by the Kansas Board of Regents. This compliance ensures that ESU will receive full state funding, supporting its academic programs and initiatives.
Conclusion: Emporia State University’s adherence to the mandate underscores the importance of meeting state requirements to secure funding and maintain the quality of education for students.

In Lawrence, Kansas, the top education news story is the cautious implementation of a new open enrollment policy that allows students to transfer to schools outside their home districts. About 1,500 students have taken advantage of this option, highlighting the need for careful planning and resource allocation to support these transfers.