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The controversy over President Obama's planned appearance Sunday at the University of Notre Dame has highlighted the national divide over abortion. The visit to the Catholic school has provided a rallying point for the religious right — and spurred soul-searching on campus.

Virginia Tech holds its graduation day, less than a month after a gunman shot and killed 32 people on campus before turning the gun on himself. The ceremonies paid tribute to the victims, 27 of whom were honored with degrees.

Georgian President Mikhail Saakashvili's leadership during the war with Russia has sparked mixed reviews. Supporters describe his actions as courageous, while detractors say he used bad judgment, ignoring warnings when he tried to recapture the separatist enclave of South Ossetia.

The debate over the United States military's partnership with Chicago Public Schools continues to intensify among parents, educators and policy experts. Pauline Lipman, a Chicago urban education expert, and Herman Badillo, a New York attorney and policy expert, analyze the ongoing debate.

How will state budget cuts affect schools in San Diego, and throughout California? We speak to the California State Superintendent of Public Instruction about the cuts that schools will face, and about the overall health of the state's education system. We also talk to O'Connell about the free summer lunch program that's being offered at local schools.

How is the internet increasing learning opportunities for people, and revolutionizing education around the world? We speak to the author of the new book "The World is Open: How Web Technology is Revolutionizing Education."

The 2010 primary season largely wraps up Tuesday with contests in seven states and D.C. No race is being watched more carefully than the rollicking GOP Senate battle in Delaware, where "establishment" candidate Mike Castle is trying to defeat Tea Party favorite Christine O'Donnell.

A new study from UC San Diego suggests that increased competition for college admission has lead to increased competition among college-educated parents and more time spent with their children on college preparation.

How are the dismal unemployment numbers affecting President Obama's approval ratings? Are the plans to reduce the number of U.S. troops in Iraq by the end of August still on track? We speak to Scott Horsley, White House correspondent for NPR, about the top stories in Washington, D.C.

After nearly 20 years in the U.S., Patrick Awuah left his job at Microsoft and returned to his native Ghana. His goal: to help educate Africa's future leaders in ethics and entrepreneurship.