University Finance & Fundraising: Ohio University’s Board of Trustees backed an extension of its Scholarship Match Program through June 30, 2031, capping annual matches at $2 million, as the university reported $41.5m in gifts and grants and an endowment topping $1bn. University-Industry Partnerships: The University of Utah and Otro Capital finalized a deal creating Crimson Brand Partners to professionalize Utah Athletics’ commercial operations from July 1, while keeping academics and research in-house. School Quality Checks: Chelmsford’s King Edward VI Grammar School and Walsall’s Queen Mary’s High School both received Ofsted “exceptional” ratings in key areas, highlighting strong achievement and pupil wellbeing. Education Policy & Access: Oxfordshire school transport may avoid route cuts after new rules grant a four-year exemption for non-compliant accessible vehicles, with requirements to cover disability needs at no extra cost. Learning Continuity: India’s education ministry says 2025 GCE O/L results will land next week and urges schools to complete 2026 syllabi on schedule. Security & Safety in Schools: Perry-Lecompton schools in Kansas adopted ZeroEyes AI to detect visible guns and alert law enforcement quickly. Global Education Disruption: Boko Haram/ISWAP reportedly set schools ablaze in Chibok, Borno State, forcing residents to flee. Scholarships for Students: Ateneo de Davao University announced full scholarships for the siblings of late student-athlete Rene Baterbonia.