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Why Some French Students Choose Veggie Meals More Often

January 13, 2025

It's no secret that cutting down on meat is good for both people and the planet. University cafeterias, where millions of students eat daily, offer a great chance to encourage young folks to try meat-free meals. This study looked at why some students in a French university cafeteria picked vegetaria

education

The Rise of Non-Teaching Staff: How It's Shaping Universities

January 11, 2025

Universities are facing a crisis. Money is pouring into bureaucracy, not education. This isn't just about liberal faculties; it's about administrators who are more radical and less connected to teaching. The number of non-teaching staff has exploded, and with it, tuition fees. Students aren't gettin

sports

Beck's New Chapter: From Georgia to Miami

January 11, 2025

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck, 23, has made a big move. After declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft and then changing his mind, he's decided to transfer to the University of Miami. This comes as no surprise, as Miami was his favored spot from the start. Beck brings a lot to the table with his

education

Video Games: A Boost for Uni Students' Spatial Skills?

January 9, 2025

Ever wondered if playing video games could help you ace those tricky physics problems? Well, a recent study of 566 Saudi university students found that frequent gamers reported better spatial abilities than their less-gaming counterparts. The study wasn't just about how often they played, but also w

crime

Students Face Charges for TikTok-Inspired Sting Gone Wrong

January 8, 2025

Five students from Assumption University in Worcester found themselves in trouble after trying to pull a "catch a predator" stunt on TikTok. The plan went awry when the man they lured onto campus turned out to be interested in meeting an adult, not a minor. The incident began when 18-year-old Kelsy

education

Self-Control Training: Does It Really Help Students?

January 4, 2025

Ever wondered if teaching students to control their impulses can help them in the long run? A recent study used a fancy method called Network Intervention Analysis (NIA) to find out. The focus was on university students' chronic ego depletion aftereffects, which is a fancy way of saying they're alwa

business

Rhode Island's 2026: Shifts in Business, Housing, and Unfinished Projects

January 4, 2025

As 2026 approaches, Rhode Island is witnessing some big changes in its business landscape. Hasbro, the famous toy maker, is pondering a relocation to Boston. This has state officials working overtime to convince them to stick around. Meanwhile, in Newport, one ambitious entrepreneur is snapping up r

health

University Students in Beirut: Diet Knowledge and Cancer Prevention

January 4, 2025

Imagine you're a university student in Beirut, Lebanon. You might be surprised to learn that your diet could impact your risk of cancer later in life. A recent study found that many students don't know enough about how food affects cancer prevention. This isn't just about Beirut—Lebanon faces a heav

lifestyle

Sexual Behavior on Campus: A Closer Look at Ethiopian University Students

January 3, 2025

These days, college students are often exploring casual sex. But what's driving this trend? And is it a cause for concern? Until recently, there's been a gap in research about casual sex among Ethiopian university students. Let's dive into the factors that might be influencing these choices. Firstl

health

Faith, Health, and Forgiveness: How Guilt and Divine Pardon Affect Afro-Trinidadians

January 3, 2025

Religion has long been tied to better health and overall well-being, but figuring out how this works is tricky. In Trinidad and Tobago, researchers are exploring how university students and community members feel when they're religious. They're looking at how guilty or ashamed people feel and how mu