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Rutgers‑Newark Turns 80: A Story of City, College and Change

May 11, 2026

Rutgers‑Newark marks its eight‑decade milestone by looking back at a bold 1946 choice that turned an “urban” label into a promise of learning for all. The state’s legislature merged local schools into Rutgers, giving the campus a land‑grant heritage that insists higher education belongs to ordinary

politics

South Carolina’s Budget Battles: When College Funding Becomes a Pawn in Politics

May 11, 2026

Lawmakers in South Carolina aren’t just making headlines—they’re playing a risky game with the state’s money. A group of Republican politicians recently pushed to cut all funding for South Carolina State University, a historically Black college, after the school withdrew an invitation for Lt. Gov. P

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Grants frozen again: How federal cuts hit Indigenous research at UC Berkeley

May 11, 2026

Last month, federal officials hit pause on at least 18 research grants at UC Berkeley, despite a judge just months ago telling them to stop canceling grants. One of those frozen was a $1. 4-million project at the Lawrence Hall of Science that trains Ohlone youth to build mixed-reality exhibits about

health

How first-year students handle stress and why some struggle more than others

May 11, 2026

Starting university is often seen as a fresh start, but it can also bring unexpected pressure. Many students face state anxiety—stress that shows up in the moment—when dealing with new routines, academic demands, and social changes. Some handle it well, while others find it hard to adjust. Research

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New Digital Guide Brings Asian American Stories into Every Classroom

May 10, 2026

A team from UCLA’s Asian American Studies Center has launched a free online textbook that puts the histories of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders into the hands of teachers across the country. The project, called “Foundations and Futures, ” was built by around 100 people—including writers, desig

health

New Jersey Alerts Doctors About Cruise‑Ship Rat Virus

May 10, 2026

The state of New Jersey joined six other regions on Friday to warn health professionals that people returning from the MV Hondius cruise may carry a rat‑borne virus called hantavirus. Eight passengers on the ship tested positive, and three died. Seven Americans left the vessel last month; another 17

education

Celebrating a Teacher’s Journey at Buffalo State

May 10, 2026

Buffalo State University will honor Wendy A. Paterson, a 1975–76 alumna who now serves as interim dean of the School of Education and Applied Professions, with its Distinguished Alumnus Award. The award is presented at the 154th Commencement on Saturday, May 16, in the campus Sports Arena. The un

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Plainfield North Shines in State Science Olympiad

May 10, 2026

The University of Illinois hosted the state‑level Science Olympiad, where 54 schools vied for top honors. Plainfield North High School, after placing fourth in its regional meet, qualified to compete among the best teams in the state. At the tournament on April 18, students from Plainfield North

crime

Texas Shuts Down Fake Dallas School Claiming Islamic STEM Degrees

May 10, 2026

Texas has just pulled the plug on a Dallas-area school operating under a misleading name. The place called itself the Texas American Muslim University at Dallas, promising degrees in tech fields like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. But here’s the catch: it never had state approval to hand

politics

Trump Eyes Removal of FDA Head Makary

May 9, 2026

The president is said to be considering a move against the Food and Drug Administration’s top boss. Marty Makary, who joined the agency in March 2025, could be let go soon. The decision is not yet set and might change before any action happens. Makary comes from a medical background. He is