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TheDream.US Opens Scholarships for 12,000+ Immigrant Students
SolutionsFeb 5

TheDream.US Opens Scholarships for 12,000+ Immigrant Students

A national scholarship program is accepting applications through February 28th to help immigrant students attend college, regardless of their immigration status. Over 12 years, TheDream.US has already awarded more than 12,000 scholarships to students pursuing their American dream.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
NYC Mayor Gets Columbia Student Released Same Day as Arrest
Community HeroesFeb 27

NYC Mayor Gets Columbia Student Released Same Day as Arrest

A Columbia University student detained by immigration agents was freed just hours later after New York's mayor personally raised her case with President Trump. The swift resolution shows how direct advocacy can make an immediate difference.

DW News2 min read
Immigrant Student Wins $5,000 Marketing Scholarship
Acts of KindnessJun 2

Immigrant Student Wins $5,000 Marketing Scholarship

Daniela Penate, who came to the U.S. from El Salvador as a young girl, just earned a $5,000 scholarship to study communications at Salisbury University. The Old Mill High School senior impressed judges with her creativity, leadership, and passion for telling untold stories.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Columbia Student Freed After Mayor Appeals to President
Community HeroesFeb 28

Columbia Student Freed After Mayor Appeals to President

A Columbia University student detained by federal agents was released the same day after New York's mayor personally appealed to President Trump during a White House visit. The swift resolution shows how direct communication can resolve immigration cases quickly.

Morocco World News2 min read
First-Gen Student Wins $34K Scholarship to WSU
Acts of KindnessApr 30

First-Gen Student Wins $34K Scholarship to WSU

Dulce Torres Gonzalez, a high school senior who works 30 hours a week while ranking first in her class, just won a $34,000 scholarship created specifically for first-generation students from immigrant families. Her story proves that hard work and determination can open doors to incredible opportunities.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Nigeria Gives $109M in Student Loans to 800,000 Students
SolutionsJan 20

Nigeria Gives $109M in Student Loans to 800,000 Students

Nigeria has distributed $109 million to help 800,000 students afford college since May 2024. The program pays tuition directly to schools and gives students monthly living expenses so no one misses out on education due to poverty.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Auckland Attracts 56K International Students, Aims to Keep Them
Global NewsAug 30

Auckland Attracts 56K International Students, Aims to Keep Them

More than half of New Zealand's international students are choosing Auckland to study, and the city is now working to turn those temporary learners into permanent skilled residents. Three inspiring students share why they want to call New Zealand home.

Google News - New Zealand Success3 min read
Harvard Students Help Asylum Seekers Earn College Credit
Acts of KindnessFeb 17

Harvard Students Help Asylum Seekers Earn College Credit

Harvard undergraduates are combining classroom learning with real-world service by conducting research and writing for asylum applicants through a unique partnership. The Immigrant Justice Lab course connects students with nonprofit attorneys providing free legal representation to people seeking refuge.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
California Students Wrote Law Protecting Overdose Victims
SolutionsMar 31

California Students Wrote Law Protecting Overdose Victims

When college students overdose, their roommates often hesitate to call 911 for fear of disciplinary action. A new California law written by students themselves now guarantees treatment before punishment.

Optimist Daily3 min read
Berkeley Students Host No-Phone Parties for Real Connection
VideosApr 27

Berkeley Students Host No-Phone Parties for Real Connection

College students at UC Berkeley are putting their phones away at parties to fight digital overload. The student-led movement is helping young people reclaim their attention and build deeper friendships.

Sunny Skyz2 min read
Pennsylvania Students Showcase Research Across 14 Disciplines
SolutionsMay 6

Pennsylvania Students Showcase Research Across 14 Disciplines

Commonwealth University-Mansfield students presented original research spanning forensic science to sustainable tourism at their 16th annual academic showcase. The event brought together oral presentations, visual art exhibits, and student-composed music performances.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Mississippi State Names First Transfer Student Coordinator
SolutionsAug 20

Mississippi State Names First Transfer Student Coordinator

Mississippi State University just created a brand new position dedicated entirely to helping transfer students feel at home on campus. Former transfer student Katelynn Potter will now guide others through the same journey she once took.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Court Orders Student's Return After Wrongful Deportation
SolutionsFeb 14

Court Orders Student's Return After Wrongful Deportation

A federal judge gave the Trump administration two weeks to bring back a college student who was wrongfully deported despite a court order protecting her. The ruling offers a chance to correct what the judge called a clear mistake.

Al Jazeera English3 min read
Ghanaian Student Leader Builds UK Network for Africa's Future
Acts of KindnessJul 3

Ghanaian Student Leader Builds UK Network for Africa's Future

Samuel Obiri Yeboah went from student representative in Ghana to leading thousands of Ghanaian students across the UK, turning education into a platform for national development. His journey shows how one leader's commitment to service over status is creating pathways for the next generation of African changemakers.

Google News - Ghana Development3 min read
Penn State Campus Honors 200+ Students at Excellence Night
SolutionsMay 2

Penn State Campus Honors 200+ Students at Excellence Night

Penn State Greater Allegheny celebrated over 200 students at their annual Evening of Excellence, recognizing academic achievement and campus leadership. The tradition, started by alumni in 1983, continues to spotlight students who excel both in and out of the classroom.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Texas University Joins Elite Network for First-Gen Students
SolutionsApr 9

Texas University Joins Elite Network for First-Gen Students

Southwestern University earned a spot in a prestigious national network dedicated to helping first-generation college students succeed. The Texas school joins 489 institutions working to transform support for students who are the first in their families to attend college.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Judge Blocks Trump Immigration Freeze for 39 Countries
Global NewsJun 5

Judge Blocks Trump Immigration Freeze for 39 Countries

A federal judge struck down Trump administration restrictions that left thousands of immigrants from 39 countries in legal limbo for over six months. The ruling restores access to asylum decisions, green cards, work permits, and citizenship applications.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Students Defend Their School After Teacher's Viral Claim
Community HeroesAug 20

Students Defend Their School After Teacher's Viral Claim

A teacher's tearful video claiming his students couldn't read went viral, but the students had something to say about it. Their response reveals the real story behind the headlines.

Upworthy2 min read
Fullerton College Honors 20 Students of Distinction
Acts of KindnessMay 7

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.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Germany: From Emigration Hub to Immigration Success
Global NewsSep 4

Germany: From Emigration Hub to Immigration Success

Germany, once home to millions who fled poverty for America, now welcomes over 30% of its population with immigrant roots. The nation that Benjamin Franklin once feared would refuse to integrate has become one of Europe's most diverse immigration destinations.

DW News2 min read

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