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Intelligencer
1 week ago
Education

Poll Finds Most College Students Aren't Focused on Gaza War

Younger Americans show sympathy towards Palestinians but are not unified in support for protests against the Gaza War. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 week ago
Education

Survey shows college students largely support pro-Palestinian protests

Nearly two-thirds of college students are supportive of pro-Palestinian protests on campuses. [ more ]
Axios
1 week ago
Education

Exclusive poll: Most college students shrug at nationwide campus protests

Only 8% of college students have participated in protests, with Middle East issues ranked lowest. Majority support accountability for protest actions.
Three times more students blame Hamas than President Biden for Gaza situation. Majority oppose protest tactics but support pro-Palestinian encampments. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 week ago
Education

Only 13 percent of students see Middle East as key issue

Only 13% of college students consider the Middle East conflict the most important issue among nine. [ more ]
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fafsa
time.com
1 month ago
Education

A Botched FAFSA Rollout Leaves Aspiring College Students Worried About the Future

FAFSA's botched rollout causing chaos and delays for college students. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Education

Ed Department error may delay student financial aid further

200,000 applicants facing delays in receiving financial aid award letters
Financial aid process behind schedule due to errors in calculations and slow FAFSA rollout. [ more ]
Cbsnews
3 months ago
Education

FAFSA delay putting pressure on prospective, current college students

FAFSA data won't be sent out to schools for more than a month, causing delays in the financial aid process.
The delay in releasing the crucial financial data has the biggest impact on prospective students and compresses an already tight timeline to get financial aid packets out. [ more ]
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college students
Flipboard
5 months ago
Education

Amazon offers $25 flights to college students | Flipboard

3,000 students will have the opportunity to get $25 domestic flights
The initiative is aimed at promoting tourism and travel among college students [ more ]
Boston.com
5 months ago
US politics

Man charged with shooting 3 Palestinian college students in Vermont accused of harassing ex-girlfriend in 2019

Jason J. Eaton, charged with shooting three college students in Vermont, had a previous report of harassment against an ex-girlfriend in New York.
The ex-girlfriend reported receiving numerous sexual messages from Eaton in 2019, but did not press charges.
Eaton is currently being held without bail and has pleaded not guilty to three counts of attempted murder. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Education

73% of Jewish students have seen or been victims of on-campus antisemitism since start of Israel-Hamas war: study

73% of Jewish college students have seen or experienced antisemitism on campus since the start of the semester.
44% of non-Jewish students have also experienced or witnessed antisemitic acts on campus.
Jewish students feel increasingly threatened on campus, but college leaders are not doing enough to address this issue. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
Education

Two agricultural students arrested after sheep blown up with a firework'

Two agricultural students arrested after allegedly blowing up a live sheep with a firework
Four students suspended and two arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty and criminal damage [ more ]
Boston.com
5 months ago
Education

Here's what to know about the abortion toolkit for public colleges

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health released an abortion toolkit to help public colleges develop medication abortion readiness plans.
The toolkit provides information on finding certified prescribers, informed consent and reporting requirements, and starting conversations on campus about medication abortions.
Massachusetts college students were involved in creating the toolkit and made recommendations for after-care and improved access to reproductive health care options. [ more ]
WIRED
5 months ago
Relationships

Gen Z Is Leaving Dating Apps Behind

Dating apps create the expectation of love as an efficient business, leading to user frustration.
College students have more opportunities to meet new people through their social networks, reducing reliance on dating apps.
Women have brought more transparency to the dating process and are vocal about issues with hookup culture. [ more ]
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Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
6 days ago
Education

Protests magnify concerns about student mental health

COVID-19 exacerbated mental health challenges for college students.
Increased demand for mental health services due to conflict in Gaza and campus protests. [ more ]
Intelligencer
2 weeks ago
Education

University Protests: The Latest at Colleges Beyond Columbia

College students demanding divestment from Israel face police crackdowns on campuses nationwide. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Education

California college students call on lawmakers to combat student housing crisis

Tens of thousands of California college students face housing insecurity and affordability issues.
The lack of campus housing options in California leads to students struggling with high rents and long commutes. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
Education

FAFSA delays prompt California lawmakers to extend deadline for student financial aid applications

California Legislature extends financial aid application deadline due to federal glitch
Cal Grant program and Middle Class Scholarship provide financial aid for college students in California. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Education

Encore: What it's like to be a homeless college student

More than 1.5 million college students in America are homeless, impacting graduation challenges.
Despite facing homelessness, one student in Colorado found support to pursue higher education. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Supporting students with executive function struggles (opinion)

College students are struggling with basic life management skills.
Communication challenges with professors and unclear expectations exacerbate students' sense of being overwhelmed. [ more ]
BGR
1 week ago
Marketing

I just deleted all of my social media apps and it feels great

Facebook in the past was a tool for college students to stay connected, fostering lasting friendships. [ more ]
Shopify
1 day ago
Marketing

20 Business Ideas for College Students in 2024 - Shopify

Starting a small business in college can reduce tuition debt and provide real-world experience, paving the way for a flexible side gig. [ more ]
HuffPost
2 months ago
Parenting

If You Know A Kid About To Go To College In A State With Abortion Restrictions, Read This

Reproductive rights challenges in conservative states
Impact of abortion bans on college students' health care planning [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

How one professor made her own OER textbook (podcast)

71% of Pennsylvania college students worry about course material costs, 16% failed a class due to affordability.
26% of students feel professors don't consider affordability when choosing course materials.
Patty Goedl created a free OER textbook saving students money and highlighted the importance of faculty involvement. [ more ]
Miami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

What did spring break look like in South Beach and Fort Lauderdale? See for yourself

Spring break tradition in South Florida dates back to the 1960s.
Cities in South Florida are seeing college students coming for beach days and bar nights during spring break. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Education

Debt, missed classes and anxiety: how climate-driven disasters hurt college students

Severe weather disasters like floods impact college students' academic and career paths.
Research indicates students in disaster-affected areas experience lower grades and increased student loan debt. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Education

'I'm forever grateful': Cheyney University student chosen as Disney UNCF Scholar

Disney has partnered with the United Negro College Fund to provide scholarships to college students.
Perry O'Hannon, a student at Cheyney University, was selected as a 2024 Disney UNCF Corporate Scholar. [ more ]
Futurism
3 months ago
Education

College Students Basically Don't Know How to Read Anymore

College students are struggling with reading, even before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Smartphones and teaching methods are potential causes for the decline in reading skills. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

"AI native" Gen Zers are comfortable on the cutting edge

Many college students and new grads see generative AI as a way to gain a career edge.
Gen Z is more likely to want to learn AI skills compared to older generations. [ more ]
Truthout
3 months ago
Education

Right-Wing Members of Congress Push Anti-Abortion Measure on College Campuses

House Bill 6914 disseminates misleading information about the alleged harms of abortion on pregnant students.
The bill targets college students, reflecting the high percentage of abortions performed among individuals aged 20 to 24. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Education

5 money mistakes that college students make

College students often make financial mistakes due to a lack of understanding and oversight.
Common mistakes include overspending, not keeping track of expenses or student loans, and ignoring the importance of credit scores. [ more ]
time.com
5 months ago
Education

Who Are the Three Palestinian Students Who Were Shot in Vermont? What We Know So Far

Three college students of Palestinian descent were shot and injured in Vermont while on their way to a Thanksgiving dinner.
The families of the victims and rights organizations are urging authorities to investigate the shooting as a hate crime.
The gunman, a white man, remains at large. [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
Education

Nearly as many college students back Hamas as Israel: Poll

Nearly as many college students support Hamas as they do Israel.
The online poll found that 22% of respondents sympathize with Hamas while 26% side with the Israeli government.
82% said they sympathize with Palestinian civilians, while 72% feel for Israeli civilians. [ more ]
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