Rejected By Harvard, Teen Rejects Them Right Back in 1981
When Paul Devlin got rejected from Harvard in 1981, he didn't sulk. He wrote back rejecting their rejection letter and became a legend.
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Georgetown College Cheerleaders Win First National Title
A Kentucky college cheer team just made school history by claiming their first-ever national championship after staging an impressive comeback in the finals. Six graduating seniors led Georgetown College to victory at the UCA College Nationals in Orlando, proving years of dedication can pay off in spectacular fashion.
Bar Harbor College Thrives as Similar Schools Close
While small liberal arts colleges shutter nationwide, Maine's College of the Atlantic is charting a different course with a $95 million endowment and programs that keep students coming. The Bar Harbor school's new interim president says smart planning is paying off when others can't stay afloat.
College Freshman Breaks Sprint Record in Debut Race
Anna Roessner shattered her conference record in her very first college meet, clocking 7.36 seconds in the 60-meter dash. The Hillsdale College freshman is already ranked first nationally in Division II and named Freshman of the Year.
Springfield College Athletics Raises $300K Second Year
Springfield College's athletic department just shattered fundraising records for the second year running, with over 1,600 donors rallying to support student athletes. The giving day triumph helped push the entire college past $1 million in donations for the first time ever.
Carroll College Wins 36th Straight Debate Championship
A small Montana college just extended the most dominant streak in collegiate forensics history. The Carroll College Talking Saints claimed their 36th consecutive regional championship while celebrating kindness and hard work.
Denison Wins Game 1 of College World Series Championship
Top-ranked Denison University shut out Endicott College 6-0 in the opening game of the NCAA Division III College World Series Championship. The Big Red are now one win away from claiming their first national title in program history.
Teen Scores Rank 12 in National CA Exam After College Rejection
After disappointing college entrance results, 18-year-old Abhinav Garg took a gap year and secured All India Rank 12 in India's prestigious Chartered Accountancy Foundation exam. His story proves that setbacks can lead to even greater success.
Tennessee Upsets Texas at Women's College World Series
Underdog Tennessee softball defeated reigning national champion Texas 6-3 in their opening game at the Women's College World Series. Freshman Elsa Morrison launched a three-run homer on her very first pitch, and junior pitcher Sage Mardjetko shut down one of college softball's most powerful offenses.
Davidson College Spreads Kindness Across Campus
Davidson College turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into a campus-wide celebration of compassion. Students, faculty, and staff gathered to honor the generosity that defines their community.
Fullerton College Honors 20 Students of Distinction
Fullerton College just celebrated its 69th annual ceremony recognizing outstanding students who excelled in academics, competition, personal growth, and community service. Two exceptional students earned the top honor of Distinguished Student of the Year.
135 Chicago Seniors Win $54M in Scholarships, All to College
Every single senior at Southland College Prep Charter High School in Chicago's south suburbs is heading to college with scholarship offers totaling $54 million. It's the 13th year in a row the school has achieved 100 percent college acceptance.
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Santa Fe College Earns Top Honor for Student Success
Santa Fe College just received one of the nation's first "Opportunity College" designations for helping diverse students earn 30% higher wages than average. Only two community colleges in Florida earned this top distinction from Carnegie Classifications.
Michigan College Athletes Shatter Records Across 3 Sports
Mid Michigan College just wrapped its best winter sports season ever, with basketball teams reaching nationals and a bowler becoming the school's first All-American. The women's basketball team went undefeated in conference play while bowling's Paige Vallad and Evan Daly rewrote the record books.
Boston College Wins First Beanpot Title Since 2023
Boston College baseball claimed the Beanpot Championship with a 3-1 victory over Northeastern, sparked by Luke Gallo's clutch performance. The Eagles rallied from behind and weathered a 40-minute rain delay to bring the trophy back to Chestnut Hill.
Union College Goalie Brings Home Olympic Bronze Medal
Junior goaltender Monja Wagner returned to Union College with an Olympic bronze medal from Italy, balancing academic responsibilities with athletic glory. The hockey star went from having zero medal expectations to celebrating a historic win against Sweden.
UConn Assistant Luke Murray Named Boston College Head Coach
Boston College has tapped two-time national championship coach Luke Murray to transform its men's basketball program. The UConn assistant brings over a decade of elite coaching experience to lead the Eagles.
Senate Advances College Sports Act Despite SEC Opposition
For the first time ever, a college sports bill has passed through committee, moving closer to protecting 500,000 college athletes across America. The bipartisan Protect College Sports Act cleared a major hurdle with a 19-9 vote, even as the nation's two wealthiest athletic conferences pushed back.
5 Washington College Tennis Stars Score Academic Honors
Five Washington College women's tennis players just proved you can ace both the court and the classroom. The entire team also earned recognition for maintaining stellar grades while competing at the Division III level.
Florida Senior Wins $55K Cooke Scholarship for College
Cypress Cohen from Babcock Ranch High School is one of just 60 students nationwide to receive the prestigious 2026 Cooke College Scholarship. The award provides up to $55,000 annually and comprehensive support to help exceptional students complete college debt-free.
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