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Northern Indiana Students Can Win $2K Integrity Scholarships
Acts of KindnessJan 25

Northern Indiana Students Can Win $2K Integrity Scholarships

High school and college students in Northern Indiana who lead with honesty and ethical behavior can now apply for $2,000 scholarships celebrating integrity. Since 2006, the program has awarded over $200,000 to students who make their communities better.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
53 Students Join Ivy Tech Honor Society in Indiana
Acts of KindnessJun 6

53 Students Join Ivy Tech Honor Society in Indiana

Community college students are proving that academic excellence thrives at two-year institutions. Ivy Tech's Hamilton County campus just inducted 53 high-achieving students into one of the world's most prestigious honor societies.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
68 Students Win $281K in Scholarships in Delaware County
Acts of KindnessJun 12

68 Students Win $281K in Scholarships in Delaware County

A community foundation in Indiana just invested nearly $300,000 in the dreams of 68 local students heading to college. The scholarships range from one-time awards to four-year commitments that will help students complete their degrees.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
7 Local Students Named National Merit Semifinalists
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7 Local Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

Seven high school seniors from Indiana and Kentucky have earned National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist status, putting them in the running for millions in college funding. They're among just 16,000 students nationwide competing for approximately $24 million in scholarships.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
200 Indiana Students to Join Free Innovation Summit in May
InnovationFeb 14

200 Indiana Students to Join Free Innovation Summit in May

Purdue Northwest is hosting a free day-long innovation experience for high school students after teachers said kids need more hands-on learning with real innovators. The SPARK Summit will bring former IndyCar driver Charlie Kimball and youth entrepreneurs to inspire 200 students on May 4.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
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SportsJun 20

Indiana School Wins First State Championship in History

A small town high school in Indiana just made history by winning its very first state championship in any sport. The Kouts Mustangs defeated Northeast Dubois 2-0 in the Class 1A baseball finals, bringing home a trophy generations of students have dreamed about.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Riley Elementary Students Raise $100 for Hospital Patients
Acts of KindnessApr 1

Riley Elementary Students Raise $100 for Hospital Patients

Eleven elementary students in Vincennes, Indiana turned Valentine's Day candy sales into life-changing support for hospital patients. The Riley Elementary Student Council donated $100 to their local infusion center and 20 books to newborn babies.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Indiana Charter Network Boosts Graduation 20% With Mental Health Focus
SolutionsJul 14

Indiana Charter Network Boosts Graduation 20% With Mental Health Focus

A public charter school network in Indiana raised its graduation rate from 50% to 70% by making mental health support a core part of education. Option Schools now serves struggling students across three campuses and a statewide virtual program with a 15-to-1 staff ratio.

Google News - Mental Health Success3 min read
Indiana Students Develop Drug Alternative to Brain Surgery
Health & WellnessJul 24

Indiana Students Develop Drug Alternative to Brain Surgery

A team at Indiana University is creating a groundbreaking model that could replace invasive brain surgery for 800,000 Americans with a treatable but often misdiagnosed condition. Their work offers hope for a simple drug therapy instead of permanent shunts.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Clinton County Awards $377K in Scholarships to 97 Students
Acts of KindnessAug 3

Clinton County Awards $377K in Scholarships to 97 Students

Nearly 100 students in Clinton County, Indiana are getting help paying for college thanks to generous local donors. The Clinton County Community Foundation just awarded over $377,000 in scholarships for the upcoming school year.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Small Indiana School District Beats State Test Scores
SolutionsMay 19

Small Indiana School District Beats State Test Scores

Rossville Schools in Indiana is outperforming state averages across reading, math, and science despite enrollment and funding challenges. The district's success proves small schools can deliver big results for students.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Small-Town Indiana School Ranks in Nation's Top 8%
SolutionsAug 20

Small-Town Indiana School Ranks in Nation's Top 8%

Rossville High School, a small rural Indiana school, just landed in the top 8% of nearly 18,000 public high schools nationwide. The achievement proves that size doesn't determine success when a community rallies behind its students.

Google News - Student Achievement2 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
Howard County Awards $554K in Scholarships to 209 Students
SolutionsAug 4

Howard County Awards $554K in Scholarships to 209 Students

A community foundation in Indiana just changed the lives of more than 200 local students with over half a million dollars in college scholarships. The awards represent years of donor generosity transforming into educational opportunity.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
100+ Volunteers Rebuild Indiana School After June Tornado
Community HeroesJul 29

100+ Volunteers Rebuild Indiana School After June Tornado

Just six weeks after a tornado devastated Andrean High School in Merrillville, Indiana, more than 100 volunteers showed up to carry furniture and prepare classrooms for students returning in August. The school expects to open on time with record enrollment despite the June 11 disaster.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Indiana District Hits 98% Graduation Rate for 4 Years
SolutionsFeb 26

Indiana District Hits 98% Graduation Rate for 4 Years

Hamilton Southeastern Schools is proving that meeting every student where they are works. Nearly all students are graduating, outpacing state averages, and finding their passion through innovative programs.

Google News - Student Achievement3 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

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