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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
MIT bars Indian-American student from graduation commencement after pro-Palestine speech
Indian-American student Megha Vemuri was barred from attending the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) commencement ceremony on Friday after a speech in support of Palestine was delivered from the stage during an earlier event. Vemuri, who was scheduled to serve as the marshal for the graduation, was informed of the decision by MIT Chancellor Melissa Nobles on the morning of the ceremony, according to a report by the Boston Globe. 'Participation in Commencement activities is a privilege,' Nobles wrote in an email to Vemuri. 'You deliberately and repeatedly misled Commencement organizers. While we acknowledge your right to free expression, your decision to lead a protest from the stage, disrupting an important institute ceremony, was a violation of MIT's time, place and manner rules for campus expression.' The Boston Globe reported that Vemuri and her family were not allowed on campus for most of the day. Vemuri responded to the email, stating that her speech was indeed a protest but described the response by MIT as 'an overreach.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm An MIT spokesperson said in a statement that the institute stands by its decision to ban Vemuri from campus. The official also noted that the speech delivered 'was not the one that was provided by the speaker in advance.' (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) The incident drew protest from other students. During the commencement ceremony on Friday, Chancellor Nobles had to pause her speech due to chants from students opposing the decision to bar Vemuri. 'Excuse me, I respect that you have a message to send but this is not the time or place,' Nobles said. 'Today is about our graduates and their families. Please respect them and allow me to continue.' Live Events MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ Harvard holds commencement while facing pressure from Trump administration What is social media vetting? The new policy that could decide international students' futures in the US US to revoke visas of Chinese students linked to Chinese Communist Party or critical fields, Marco Rubio announces « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT In her speech on Thursday, Vemuri criticized MIT's ties with Israel , claiming the institute was 'directly complicit in the ongoing genocide of the Palestinian people.' She addressed the graduating class by saying, 'You have faced the obstacle of fear before and you turned it into fuel to stand up for what is right. You showed the world that MIT wants a free Palestine,' which was met with loud applause.
Boston Globe
4 days ago
- Politics
- Boston Globe
MIT bans class of 2025 president from commencement after pro-Palestinian speech, drawing protests
The disruption came amid controversy in the MIT community over Nobles' decision to bar from the event a student leader who had given a pro-Palestinian speech at a different commencement ceremony a day earlier. Megha Vemuri, the president of MIT's undergraduate student association, on Thursday veered from her prepared marks and from the stage 'Excuse me, I respect that you have a message to send but this is not the time or place,' Nobles said. 'Today is about our graduates and their families. Please respect them and allow me to continue.' Advertisement Supportive applause swelled, and soon after the jeering dissipated. She had been scheduled to be marshal for Friday's commencement ceremony, but Nobles sent an email Friday morning saying that she could not attend the event and that she and her family were banned from campus for most of the day. 'Participation in Commencement activities is a privilege,' Nobles wrote in the email, which was obtained by the Globe. 'You deliberately and repeatedly misled Commencement organizers. While we acknowledge your right to free expression, your decision to lead a protest from the stage, disrupting an important institute ceremony, was a violation of MIT's time, place and manner rules for campus expression.' Advertisement Vemuri, in an emailed response disputed her speech amounted to 'a protest from the stage' and that her campus ban is 'an overreach.' This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Spencer Buell can be reached at
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The US needs more air traffic controllers. These graduating students just got fast-tracked to enter the job market quicker
The United States aviation industry continues to grapple with the worst air traffic controller shortage in nearly 30 years as a recent spate of incidents has thrust the high-stress profession into the spotlight. Recent college graduates looking to join the field will enter a chaotic landscape of antiquated and failing air traffic control technology – a decades-long issue the Department of Transportation announced last week it would address with a new system by 2028. New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport has faced persistent air traffic control issues that have caused travel woes. On Sunday, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a brief 45-minute ground stop after an equipment outage. This comes after controllers' radar screens briefly went black for about 90 seconds on Friday. These air traffic control communication issues have led to hundreds of flight delays lasting more than a week and prompted some controllers to take trauma leave, CNN previously reported. Meanwhile, the ongoing shortage of more than 3,000 air traffic controllers has highlighted the urgent need of staffing. But the jobs aren't easy to fill and have specific requirements – including being younger than 31 years old in order to work 20 to 25 years before a mandatory retirement at 56, being mentally and physically fit and successfully completing a rigorous training, according to the FAA. And it takes up to three years of on-the-job experience to become a certified professional controller, the FAA says. A federal collegiate training program is aiming to fill vacancies at US air traffic control towers faster with fresh-out-of-college recruits. The FAA has partnered with five schools, including Tulsa Community College in Oklahoma, on these enhanced programs. Two Tulsa Community College students, Tiana Murphy and Rebecca Nobles, are set to graduate from the FAA's Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative Program on Monday. It offers FAA Academy-equivalent air traffic control training, according to the FAA. The program is available at the college as well as the University of North Dakota, the University of Oklahoma, the Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology in New York state and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida. Murphy and Nobles told CNN their interest in air traffic control developed through conversations with family members in the field – Nobles' aunt and Murphy's parents. Nobles, who is from Texas, said learning more about the job from her aunt intrigued her. 'I realized I could put my characteristics towards air traffic control,' she said, describing herself as goal and detail oriented, 'great at multitasking' and performing well under pressure. Murphy's parents helped her realize 'how good of a job it is if you can get into it,' she said. Murphy, also a Texas native, said growing up on various military bases gave her a unique perspective that has shaped her identity. As the oldest of seven children, she says she's motivated to make her family proud. 'Academically, I was never a naturally strong student, but coming to (Tulsa Community College) and fully immersing myself in air traffic control has ignited a real passion in me,' Murphy said. 'My professors have played a crucial role in my success, guiding me and challenging me to grow in ways I never expected.' The Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative Program is a non-funded partnership between the FAA and selected colleges, according to the program's website. Participating schools offer two- and four-year nonengineering aviation degree programs, during which students learn basic air traffic control and aviation administration skills. The program's goal is to 'provide qualified candidates for developmental air traffic control specialist positions,' the FAA says. Its graduates are eligible to bypass the first five weeks of the FAA Academy's initial qualification training in Oklahoma City. Graduates of the enhanced program will be directly placed at a facility for localized training if they're hired as air traffic control specialists. 'When they leave here, they do not go to a facility and start directing airplanes on their own,' Terry Daniel, the air traffic control program coordinator at Tulsa Community College, told CNN. 'They go in and there's an experienced controller that is plugged in next to them, and they will not be on their own for one year to 18 months,' Daniel said. Graduates of the enhanced program still must pass an air traffic skills assessment and meet security and medical requirements, according to the FAA. Nobles and Murphy are preparing to enter a tough job market for air traffic controllers, according to former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, who spoke about the ongoing issues on CNN's 'The Source' on Thursday. 'There's a tremendous washout of people who just don't make the final cut,' she said. 'And out of thousands of applicants, 36 successful candidates emerge at the end of the year.' Recent incidents at Newark International Airport – including air traffic controllers recently taking trauma leave and radar displays going dark for about 90 seconds on Friday as controllers handled flights – highlight the ongoing issues unfolding within the nation's air traffic control systems. For Nobles, watching what's happening in Newark as she's getting ready to enter the job market is making her feel more encouraged 'to get out there and help.' Murphy says she isn't concerned about the future of her chosen career. 'I'm very motivated to get in there and work,' Murphy said. 'I know that learning and being able to do the job well is very important, but I'm ready to take on that challenge.' Daniel, the air traffic control program coordinator at Tulsa Community College, emphasized keeping the program's students knowledgeable about current developments in the field, thus providing a well-rounded education. 'This knowledge has reinforced the seriousness of our training and motivated students to enter the workforce sooner,' Daniel said. 'All our students are drawn to air traffic control because they have a desire to serve.' Given the urgent need for air traffic controllers, Daniel noted Tulsa Community College's enhanced air traffic training program has not faced recruiting challenges. 'Students from all over the country are researching and discovering our school, so we haven't had any issues with student recruitment,' he said. 'Our classes will be full next fall.' The college's Dean of Science and Aeronautics, Julie Porterfield, said there are 53 students enrolled for the fall 2025 semester, adding the program can accept four more without needing to open additional sections – something the college is prepared for, if necessary. Tulsa Community College reported 19 students were enrolled for the 2023-24 cohort, with 12 students graduating. This academic year, the college had 38 students enrolled. Graduation numbers are not yet known, according to the college. After graduating, there are still many steps students must complete before they can begin directing planes. Nobles said she and her cohorts need to pass four tests and a 150-question written exam. They are also required to undergo a medical evaluation, a psychological screening and a drug test. Nobles added she's not deterred by the issues her future industry is facing. 'Staying updated with the news helps me understand the environment I'm stepping into. I am very aware of the risks,' she said. CNN's Pete Muntean, Holly Yan, Alexandra Skores and Ray Sanchez contributed to this report.
Boston Globe
13-04-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Four high school sports takeaways from a snowy Saturday that saw Nobles name a new football coach
A great team win today battling the elements. Methuen 19- Moves us to 4-2 on the year. Congrats to senior captain Jared Cripps on passing the 200 career points threshold. A great player who continues to make program history. — MHSRangersLAX (@LaxRangers) 1. Coaching carousel For the third straight season, Noble & Greenough will have a new football coach. Longtime Governor's Academy coach Jim O'Leary announced he will be taking over at Nobles after 15 years with the Governors, including 14 as head coach. Advertisement O'Leary had announced he was stepping down at Governor's in November, and now will take over a Nobles team coming off a 7-2 season and a win over Kingswood Oxford in the NEPSAC John Mackay Bowl under coach Mike Curran , who had replaced Rob Murray following a 3-5 campaign in 2023. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Related : O'Leary went 83-37 at Governor's, winning five ISL championships and three NEPSAC bowl games. He previously coached at Triton. His son, Peyton , is a wide receiver at Michigan with one more season of eligibility remaining. Another son, Shane , is a graduate student boys' lacrosse player at Ohio State after playing four seasons at UMass. I am excited to announce that I am the new Head Football Coach at Noble and Greenough School! I am looking forward to being part of Bulldog Nation. — Jim OLeary (@CoachONobles) North Andover has promoted Dave Duquette to offensive coordinator after he coached both lines for the Knights last season. Previously, Duquette had stops at Burlington, Lowell, Austin Prep, and Andover. Advertisement Please welcome Coach Dave Duquette to the KNIGHTS staff. Coach brings close to 20 years of experience as well as a committed love for the North Andover community! Coach is excited , eager & can't wait to get going! •Burlington HS 2007-2009 -Oline/ Dline •Lowell 2010-2019 — NAKnightsftbl (@NAKnightsftbl) 2. Commitment corner Billerica senior Nyrah Joseph , a two-time MSTCA pentathlon champion, has committed to run track at UMass Lowell. ****Signing Day***** Congrats to Nyrah Joseph Sport: Track & Field School: UMASS-Lowell — BMHS Athletics (@BMHS_Athletics) Billerica senior Kaylie Govoni announced she will play soccer at Long Island. *****Signing Day***** Congrats Kaylie Govoni Sport: Soccer School: Long Island University LIU — BMHS Athletics (@BMHS_Athletics) Methuen lineman Joshua Najeeullah has committed to play football at Bridgewater State. The 5-foot-9-inch, 250-pound senior played center and nose guard for the Rangers. Very proud of my guy — Eddie R. Najeeullah (@ednaj6) North Andover held a signing day Friday for several athletes committed to continue playing in college. Jessica Vautour will play softball at Emmanuel, Luke Yorba will play baseball at Westfield State, Trevor Hunter will run track at Saint Anselm, Jake Jackson will play football at RPI, Quinn Bennett will play hockey at Anna Maria, Anya Buyea will dive for Tufts, Niko Catalano will play basketball at Endicott, Trey Kean will play lacrosse at RPI, Nicole Kroon will run cross-country and track at Bryant, Emmett Larosa will run cross-country and track at Central Connecticut State, Dylan Lawrence will play baseball at Bentley, Meg Rozzi will play soccer at Savannah College of Art & Design, Virginia Smith will play field hockey at Plymouth State, Luke Sutera will play football at Endicott, Jack Ventre will swim at Bryant, and Zachary Faro will play baseball at Keene State. 3. Daily lacrosse leaderboard Goals Jack Balfour , Mashpee, 8 Willy Robinson , Scituate, 6 Avery Valicenti , Archbishop Williams, 6 Quinn Garry , Weston, 5 Maeve Kelly , Medfield, 5 Lexi Davos , Norwell, 4 Kendall Herrick , Medfield, 4 Jayson Kelleher , Bridgewater-Raynham, 4 Izzy Kittredge , Medfield, 4 Joe Ladosci , Weston, 4 Connor O'Neil , Pingree, 4 Points Balfour, Mashpee, 8 Kelly, Medfield, 8 Kelleher, B-R, 7 Robinson, Scituate, 7 Dominic Matteodo , Mashpee, 6 Clare O'Keefe , Archbishop Williams, 6 Valicenti, Archbishop Williams, 6 Advertisement Brendan Kurie can be reached at
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘They were a blessing': Good Samaritans rescue 2 children from Tampa house fire
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Tampa mother is grateful for the Good Samaritans who rescued her daughter and grandson from their burning home Friday. According to Tampa Fire Rescue, the duplex at River Cove Street in the Sulphur Springs neighborhood caught fire around 1 p.m. VIDEO: Clearwater police, Planet Fitness employees team up to rescue trapped cat Right after the house caught fire, two Good Samaritans jumped into action and pulled the children from the flames. 'They got my paralyzed daughter out, along with my dogs and my grandson,' said Marie Nobles. 'I was at work when I got the call.' One person was injured with minor burns and transported to Tampa General Hospital for further evaluation. Another person was also evaluated. 'They gave my daughter a wheelchair out of their house because her wheelchair is in the house,' Nobles said. 'That's the wheelchair they gave my baby.' Firefighters were able to get the flames under control within 25 minutes. Several dogs and cats were inside the home, including two birds that firefighters were able to rescue. 'Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and colors,' said Nicole Harris. 'They were a blessing from God, and we appreciate that from the bottom of all our hearts. Thank you.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
