Global February 2020

Boy Scouts File For Bankruptcy

In the wake of lawsuits, the Boy Scouts of America have filed for bankruptcy. Several thousand men are saying that scoutmasters and other leaders molested them decades ago.

Technology February 2020

Yale Students Start Drone Delivery Service

Yale has a new business on campus. Students have created a drone delivery service. Called Kiki Air, it delivers small items such as candy and snacks to specific locations on campus.

Technology February 2020

University Wins $6M Apprenticeship Grant

North Carolina State University has received a $6 million grant for apprenticeship programs in the artificial intelligence industry.

Health Care February 2020

What Education Is Needed To Become A Nurse?

SNHU has a piece on its website entitled “What Degree Do You Need to Become a Nurse?” that talks about the specific education needed to enter different aspects of the field of nursing.

Financing February 2020

Who Qualifies For Free College?

USC is introducing a free tuition option, which is going to be phased in beginning this fall. The free tuition option is for students whose family fall into a specific income bracket.

Financing February 2020

$30k Grant For Undocumented Students

A $30,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan is being used to aid the Michigan Coalition for Undocumented Student Success.

Health Care February 2020

Coronavirus-Themed Party Stirs Anger

The Asian American Alliance said a student coronavirus-themed party was insensitive and racist. The state University at Albany is investigating the off-campus party.

Technology February 2020

Why Is Technology Important In The Classroom?

Purdue University has a piece on their website blog entitled “The Evolution of Technology in the Classroom,” which explores the impact of technology on education.

Financing February 2020

Four Years Of Free Tuition For 193 Students

The LeBron James Family Foundation and Ken State University are giving 193 students the opportunity to attend college tuition free and one year of free room and board.

Financing February 2020

5-Year-Old Drummer Gets Scholarship

Five-year-old Jeremiah Travis has been given a scholarship from Alcorn State University because of his skills as a drummer. Travis plays at St. Helena Parish sporting events.

Global February 2020

How Many People Respond To The Census?

A recent poll shows that the majority of Americans are planning to participate in the 2020 census but there are concerns about personal information being kept private.

Global February 2020

6-Year-Old Girl Arrested At School

A 6-year-old girl was arrested at her charter school for kicking and punching staff members. A video shows the child crying and begging not to be arrested. One officer has been fired.

Legal February 2020

Latest On 'Sanctuary Cities' Grant Fight

The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan is siding with the Trump administration regarding withholding money to force states to cooperate with immigration enforcement.

Health Care February 2020

Coronavirus Leads To Campus Closing

Concerns regarding the coronavirus has led to Syracuse University closing its campus in Italy. The university will assist the 342 students studying there in returning to the U.S.

Legal February 2020

Why Did Loughlin Pay USC?

Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli’s lawyers say there is new evidence showing the couple thought they were making a donation (not a bribe) regarding the college admissions scandal.