SAT Changes, Science News, State Republican Convention

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A sign is seen at the entrance to a hall for a college test preparation class
In this Jan. 17, 2016 photo, a sign is seen at the entrance to a hall for a college test preparation class in Bethesda, Md. Alex Brandon/AP Photo

The SAT exam will now take into account the socioeconomic background of students. We talk with a higher education expert about the change. We also hear what happened at the state Republican convention this weekend. Plus, a look at month’s most interesting science news.

Featured in this Show

  • 'Adversity Index' Now Included For Some Students Taking The SAT

    The company that designs the college admission exam known as the SAT will include a new metric that takes into account the socioeconomic background of students. We talk to a higher education expert about the change and how it could affect the college admissions process for low and middle-income students.

  • Science News: Apollo Mission Anniversary, New Food Study, Ancient Peruvian Brewery

    It’s time to check in on the latest news from the world of science with Discover Magazine. We talk about the 50th anniversary of the Apollo lunar missions, a new study examined the impact of processed foods on the body, and a new discovery shines light on an ancient Peruvian brewery.

  • Wisconsin Republicans Talk Abortion, 2020 Elections At Annual Convention

    Wisconsin Republicans gathered for their annual convention in Oshkosh this weekend. We discuss what happened, including a call for tougher abortion laws and a plan to win elections in 2020. We also look at the political future of U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Scott Jaschik Guest
  • Bill Andrews Guest
  • Anna Groves Guest
  • Shawn Johnson Guest

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