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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.
A rising third-year law student who's been teaching martial arts to kids with special needs for nine years just earned a prestigious scholarship for her dedication to service and academic excellence. Alyssa Zuckerman balances law school leadership with helping children find confidence through Taekwondo.
Eight students just received $1,000 scholarships from the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association to help power their education dreams. The 2026 awards recognize outstanding students working toward brighter futures.
The National University of Singapore Law School is giving all students and faculty free access to Harvey, a specialized AI platform already used by major law firms. The partnership aims to prepare future lawyers for an AI-integrated profession while keeping critical thinking skills sharp.
A part-time Seton Hall law student just wrapped up a historic 31-game winning streak on Jeopardy!, landing him in the top five regular season champions of all time. His six-week run captivated audiences and proved that juggling law school and game show glory is absolutely possible.
California's groundbreaking law pushing school start times later is working. Students are sleeping more, feeling better mentally, and earning higher grades just one year in.
A first-year Campbell Law student who dedicates himself to serving underserved communities has won a scholarship created to honor a former receptionist whose generosity touched countless lives. Clinton Jones '28 received the 2025 DEI Scholarship in memory of Charlotte W. Clark, who spent years helping those in need.
California's mandate for later school start times is working. Students are sleeping more, feeling better, and acing their tests just three years after the groundbreaking law took effect.
A senior Ghanaian lawmaker shared career wisdom with aspiring lawyers that challenges conventional thinking about success. Samuel Abu Jinapor told students that personal character and mentorship matter more than academic credentials alone.
A group of Pacific island students just changed international climate law forever. Their grassroots campaign led to a UN resolution backed by 141 countries declaring that failing to limit fossil fuels could violate international law.
When law students across India visited real courtrooms and imagined better ones, they created designs that centered dignity over power. Their vision included a tiffin-box courthouse, a peepal-leaf tribunal, and waiting rooms that honored litigants.
An 11-year-old baseball player diagnosed with aggressive bone cancer had to fly to England for life-saving treatment the FDA hadn't approved. Now he's a law student championing medical freedom for dying patients.
A university student in South Africa pooled her living allowance with two friends to buy a maize-grinding machine and solve a real problem in her community. Two and a half years later, their business employs nine people and just won third place in a national entrepreneurship competition.
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.
Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha surprised classmates in 1997 by joining orientation activities, sharing snacks, and graduating with honors while balancing royal duties. Her approachable spirit and dedication to justice left a lasting mark on fellow students.
A new app called FamilyShield just won a major legal innovation competition by helping single parents track child support payments and organize evidence for court. The tool targets middle-income families who can't afford lawyers but make too much for legal aid.
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.
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.
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.
A healthy high school athlete in Florida had no idea his heart defect could kill him until a new state law required screening. Now he's getting surgery, and his family calls the law "a gift from God."
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