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Mohammed VI Polytechnic University just became the first African institution to join a prestigious global network of international affairs schools. The milestone opens doors for African perspectives in shaping solutions to worldwide challenges.
Howard University became the first historically Black college to earn America's highest research ranking in decades, opening doors that were historically closed. Several other Black colleges are now racing toward the same milestone.
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo is championing a digital transformation at the National Open University of Nigeria, calling for AI integration and the return of suspended law programs. With 190,000 active students already benefiting from distance learning, the university is poised to expand access to education across Africa's most populous nation.
A mobile healthcare company quadrupled its scholarship program in its second year, investing $12,000 in employees' family members pursuing higher education. Six students received awards after sharing their dreams for careers in leadership and healthcare.
Penn State's Office of Scholars Programs celebrated 174 students who achieved exceptional GPAs last semester, with 74% of their entire cohort earning between 3.0 and 4.0. The recognition breakfast brings together scholarship recipients from five programs to celebrate academic success and community support.
Washington's community colleges bounced back strong from pandemic losses with a 7.5% enrollment jump in one year, while state universities remain flat. Students are choosing affordable pathways that lead to careers faster.
Caleb University celebrated its 15th convocation with nearly 2,000 graduates ready to transform their communities. The ceremony included 22 new doctoral candidates and honored a beloved faith leader with special recognition.
Student-athletes at Pepperdine University just shattered their department's academic record with a collective 3.39 GPA. Nearly 80% maintained at least a 3.0, proving you can excel in both the classroom and competition.
A Colorado college board won a national leadership award for confronting its painful history as a former federal Indian boarding school. Their reconciliation work is building a foundation rooted in truth and justice.
Three students with intellectual disabilities will become the first to graduate from St. Joseph's University's PACE program this spring, marking a milestone for inclusive higher education. Their journey proves that college experiences can truly be for everyone.
Angelo State University just expanded its scholarship program to help more students afford college without crushing debt. The changes mean an extra $1 million in financial aid next year for incoming freshmen and transfer students.
The University of Ghana has claimed the top spot in West Africa and ranks 8th across Sub-Saharan Africa in the inaugural 2026 QS regional rankings. The achievement showcases the university's growing academic reputation and commitment to sustainable development.
The University of Central Florida is creating a new school that helps companies turn their technology investments into real results. Instead of hiring new professors, the school connects existing experts across campus with businesses facing tech challenges.
Ankabut and Dell Technologies are joining forces to bring powerful computing resources to UAE universities and schools. The partnership will give students and researchers access to cutting-edge technology that makes advanced learning and breakthrough research possible.
The architect of Britain's student loan system now admits it was designed in a "mad rush" and supports cutting interest rates for millions of graduates. Nick Hillman, who helped create the system, says it's time to fix the flawed formula charging students more than necessary.
The University of Michigan-Flint just secured $40 million to build a cutting-edge innovation campus that will prepare students for careers in robotics, clean energy, and AI. The 2028 facility puts Flint at the center of Michigan's workforce transformation.
The University of New Mexico just secured a prestigious federal designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research through 2030. This recognition opens exclusive doors for students while strengthening America's defense against cyber threats.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill just became the first top-5 public university to organize all student support services around the complete college journey. From the moment students apply through graduation and beyond, they'll have coordinated help navigating academics, career prep, and well-being.
A former Irish Prime Minister who helped end decades of conflict is teaching Florida students how to solve today's divisions. The University of Central Florida just launched a program sending students to Ireland to learn peacemaking firsthand.
University students who create real value for others—like making instructional videos or working on community projects—show higher motivation, confidence, and grades. A new study reveals how this teaching approach transforms learning across disciplines.
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