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A University of West Florida student just became the first from his school to earn one of America's most competitive international scholarships. Younge Dogbe, a U.S. Army veteran studying supply chain logistics, will receive up to $25,000 to study in his birth country while preparing for a career in federal service.
A University of West Florida student and Army veteran just became his school's first-ever recipient of the prestigious Boren Scholarship, earning up to $25,000 to study in his birthplace. Younge Dogbe will spend six months at the University of Ghana developing language skills for a career serving his country in international logistics.
Four Bard College students just won competitive federal scholarships worth up to $8,000 each to study everywhere from Bhutan to Berlin. The Gilman Scholarships help students with financial need experience the world without debt holding them back.
A Maryland junior who thought studying abroad was financially impossible just earned a federal scholarship to explore tropical ecosystems in Thailand. For Levi Cavaleri, it's his first trip outside the United States and a doorway to his environmental career dreams.
A groundbreaking Notre Dame study reveals that peace agreements backed by international partners are far more successful than those without global support. The research offers a proven roadmap for ending conflicts that have torn communities apart for decades.
University of Miami senior Kieran Nardi-White landed a prestigious Boren Scholarship to study Swahili in Tanzania this fall. He's the first UM student to earn the national security scholarship since 2018.
A Nigerian state airline will fly its first international route from Uyo to Accra on May 2, connecting West Africa and opening new opportunities for travelers. The milestone comes after a federal upgrade transformed Victor Attah International Airport into an international hub.
Two Missouri students just earned prestigious federal scholarships to study overseas, bringing their university's total to 12 winners since 2022. Their stories show how global experiences are becoming more accessible to students with financial need.
Scientists discovered social and academic struggles appear years before psychosis develops, opening a crucial window to help young people before mental illness takes hold. The international study of over 1,000 young people reveals when and how we can intervene early.
Twenty-two University of Connecticut students just secured more than $75,000 in prestigious Gilman Scholarships to study everywhere from South Korea to South Africa. These awards specifically help students who otherwise couldn't afford to experience the world.
Japan and Europe just signed a historic agreement to study an asteroid that will fly closer to Earth than satellites in 2029. The mission will help protect our planet from future space rocks.
Young researchers from 20 countries including China, India, Brazil, and Egypt are competing to study the Arctic, with over 650 applications submitted for a single program. Countries thousands of miles from the polar region are investing in understanding one of Earth's most critical climate zones.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station are studying pneumonia bacteria to understand why lung infections lead to deadly heart damage. The unique space environment makes bacteria more aggressive, helping scientists spot clues invisible on Earth.
A Harvard study found AI correctly diagnosed emergency room patients 67% of the time at triage, outperforming two internal medicine doctors who scored 55% and 50%. The breakthrough shows promise for improving early medical assessments when time matters most.
A team from Ibn Tofail University in Morocco just beat Europe's top sports programs at an international Olympic competition. They're the first African university to claim the title.
A groundbreaking study of nearly 700 math teachers and 17,500 students across eight countries reveals that teacher happiness directly correlates with student success. When teachers enjoy their work, students score higher on tests and develop greater confidence in their abilities.
A federal study on alcohol's health risks, blocked from release by Trump officials, just made it to publication in a scientific journal. The research shows even one drink per day may increase disease and death risks.
An 86-year Harvard study reveals the secret to lasting happiness isn't money or success. It's the quality of our relationships with friends and family.
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A massive Danish study of 1.5 million children brings reassuring news for expectant mothers worried about Tylenol use. The research found no link between taking the common pain reliever during pregnancy and autism in children.
A volunteer program in Morgantown is turning empty apartments into welcoming homes for international students arriving thousands of miles from family. The Homestart Closet provides free furniture, bedding, and kitchenware to help newcomers settle in.
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