Global July 2019

California After Quakes; 10 Things To Know

In the aftermath of the two largest quakes to hit California in decades, scientists are sounding a warning that the “Big One” is yet to strike. Jeffrey Epstein is due back in court.

Global July 2019

From College To University

Calvin College is becoming a university on the birthday of the school’s namesake, John Calvin. The school’s plans include expanding its academic and extracurricular offerings.

Arts and Media July 2019

New Spanish-Language Podcast

Beginning this fall, The Washington Post is launching a twice-weekly Spanish-language podcast and digital opinions section with notable international hosts.

Global July 2019

Millions Of Photos Scanned For ICE

At least three states (all three of which offer driving privileges to immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally) have scanned millions of driver’s license photos on behalf of ICE.

Global July 2019

Montclair State U’s New Language Programs

Beginning this fall, Montclair State University is launching two new undergraduate language programs, including an interdisciplinary Language, Business and Culture major.

Legal July 2019

Early Voting On College Campuses Lawsuit

New election rules requiring early voting sites have “sufficient non-permitted parking” have sparked a lawsuit with critics saying that colleges have restrictive parking rules.

Technology July 2019

Wichita State Lands $33M Contract

Wichita State has landed a $33 million contract to make missiles for the Army that are lighter and cheaper while still improving on performance.

Global July 2019

Nationwide Immigration Enforcement

Immigrant activists and administration officials said a nationwide immigration enforcement operation is poised to begin this weekend. It will target people in the U.S. illegally.

Financing July 2019

Penn Universities Freeze Tuition

For the first time in more than 20 years, students attending one of Pennsylvania’s state-owned universities won’t see a tuition increase for next year. This impacts 14 schools.

Global July 2019

Latest On Nationwide Immigration Raids

The president has said that immigrant raids on a national level will begin taking place this Sunday. President Donald Trump says ICE officers will be focusing on criminals.

Global July 2019

Trump Tweets Called Racist; Things To Know

President Trump tweeted that four congresswomen of color should go back to their “broken and crime infested” countries. Prosecutors say Epstein should remain jailed until trial.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Cuban Singer Becomes #MeToo Pioneer

Singer Dianelys Alfonso publicly accused musician José Luis Cortés of repeatedly assaulting and raping her, and has become a pioneer of the #MeToo movement in Cuba.

Global July 2019

Utah State Professor To Be Honored

Assistant Professor Idalis Villanueva, a first-generation student from Puerto Rico, will be receiving the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers.

Financing July 2019

New Free Tuition Program

This fall, Alamo Colleges District will start phase one of its new AlamoPROMISE program by recruiting high school students to receive funding from the free tuition program.

Global July 2019

Confusion, Fear Reigns On Mexico Border

The new U.S. policy that all but eliminates refuge claims by Central Americans has gone into effect. Reports are there is confusion and fear on the U.S.-Mexico border.