After retiring from a 45-year career in education, Ashland author Barry Vitkov returned to writing and has published six books, with a seventh on the way.

University leaders say the proposal would keep SOU financially solvent through the 2029 fiscal year, while employees and students questioned the impact of layoffs and program cuts on the campus community.

Southern Oregon University unveiled a sweeping recovery plan Monday that includes layoffs, academic restructuring and changes to Jefferson Public Radio.

The federal government is set to expand financial aid for students in short-term job training programs starting July 1, but Californians may have to wait until the fall to benefit because of administrative and regulatory challenges.

Looking for your next summer read? Southern Oregon librarians and booksellers recommend books for Pride Month and summer, from queer history and historical fiction to romance, satire and nonfiction.

As Bandon School District navigates leadership changes and an ongoing investigation, board members have begun the search for an interim superintendent.

In California, more than 5.9 million adults under age 65 have some college credit but no degree. A statewide initiative aims to reengage students who “stopped out.”

An outside investigation into complaints against Bandon Superintendent Shauna Schmerer prompted the school board to place her on paid administrative leave.

Oregon school districts are still figuring out how to run schools on limited budgets and with tight rules from state leaders.

Faculty at the College of the Siskiyous in Weed have concerns about what they call the administration’s lack of action on important issues. Leadership disagrees.

In less than two weeks, Southern Oregon University leaders will release a plan to cut about $20 million as part of an effort to keep the institution viable.

New data shows student vaccination rates in Oregon are at historic lows.