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Iowa's annual Pick-Up Iowa program launches April 1st with a mission to beautify waterways, roadways, and neighborhoods across the state. Organizers are calling for volunteers of all ages to join the three-month cleanup effort.
Iowa State pulled off a thrilling comeback Monday night, defeating second-ranked Houston 70-67 after trailing late in the game. Nate Heise hit the go-ahead three-pointer with just over a minute left, leading the Cyclones to their second top-10 win in three days.
What started with 9 breast cancer survivors has exploded into a community of 260 women gathering at Iowa State's annual Pink Out basketball game. The 17-year tradition proves that awareness campaigns can create real, lasting impact.
The Iowa State women's golf team erased a six-stroke deficit on the final day to capture their first conference championship in over three decades. Their record-breaking performance earned them an automatic spot in the NCAA tournament.
Iowa has become America's wind energy champion, generating 60% of its electricity from over 6,400 wind turbines. The heartland state is proving renewable energy can power modern life at massive scale.
A student-led robotics team from Iowa designed a robot that transforms into a ramp, solving a space challenge that stumped competitors and earning them a state championship. The EagleBots grew from 3 members to 24 while teaching STEM skills across their community.
South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.
Religious and government leaders will launch Minaret University in Osun State this week, marking a milestone in interfaith education. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's new institution welcomed Nigeria's sultan, a traditional king, and the state governor for its historic first day.
College basketball star Audi Crooks learned her fierce moves on a snowy driveway playing against her mom. Now the 6-foot-3 center is proving critics wrong while inspiring young girls in her tiny Iowa hometown.
Scientists discovered a protein that could help transform stubborn leukemia cells into healthy white blood cells that die naturally. The breakthrough could offer hope for patients with the most aggressive forms of blood cancer.
More than 1,800 Savannah State University students were celebrated for achieving a 3.0 GPA or higher at the school's April Honors Convocation. The ceremony recognized everything from Dean's List achievers to the university's top academic representative for Georgia's university system.
More than 4,100 students from 40 states and 31 countries just earned top academic honors at South Dakota State University. These scholars maintained at least a 3.5 GPA while juggling a full course load.
A small Texas university just proved that big ideas don't require big campuses. Angelo State students defeated teams from schools ten times their size at a national innovation competition.
A Nigerian state is building an AI university designed to train students for high-paying global tech jobs without leaving home. The ambitious project aims to transform talented graduates into digital exports earning international salaries.
Over 80 students at Bemidji State University presented months of research to the public, showing how small universities offer big opportunities. Their projects ranged from memory science to real-world marketing, all aimed at solving everyday problems.
For the first time in South Carolina history, a historically black college's flag is flying over the State House dome. South Carolina State University earned the honor after winning the HBCU national championship in a thrilling four-overtime victory.
For the first time ever, a historically Black college's flag waves over South Carolina's State House. The honor celebrates South Carolina State University's thrilling championship victory and marks a powerful moment of recognition.
South Carolina State University made history twice this week: winning the HBCU national championship and becoming the first historically black college to fly its flag over the State House. A victory parade Wednesday will celebrate both milestones.
Tessa Saxe from Morrisonville earned a prestigious Oklahoma State University scholarship worth thousands. She's one of hundreds of students receiving support from the university's $1.8 million scholarship program.
Rising Nigerian track star Olaolu Olatunde brings his record-breaking speed to a new team as he opens his 2026 indoor season. After claiming gold for Nigeria and shattering school records, the 23-year-old sprinter is ready to race for the University of Iowa.
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