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French universities now serve meals for just one euro to every student, regardless of income. The nationwide program tackles rising student hunger as living costs squeeze young people across the country.
After a 16-day hunger strike in India's Jharkhand state, students forced the government to cancel 22 corrupt exams and investigate irregularities. Now they're taking their reform movement to every district to ensure lasting change.
Over 1,200 volunteers gathered at Iowa's UNI-Dome to pack meals for students facing hunger, crushing their goal by filling 70,000 backpacks instead of 60,000. The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day tradition brings together college students, faith groups, and community members to turn service into action.
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.
Starting this week, all French university students can buy a three-course meal for just one euro, down from €3.30. The nationwide program aims to fight student hunger after surveys found nearly half of students skip meals due to cost.
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.
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 student-led food rescue program at Utah State University just earned national recognition for diverting over 318,000 pounds of surplus food from landfills while feeding hungry students. The effort ranks third in the nation among college food recovery programs.
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.
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.
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.
High schoolers in Imlay City turned a lettuce cooler into a meal-packing powerhouse, creating enough food to feed 276 children for an entire year. Their community raised over $30,000 and rallied nearly 500 volunteers to fight childhood hunger.
After tribal students protested for nearly two weeks, Maharashtra's government removed a controversial 30-year age limit that blocked older students from accessing hostel housing they need to continue their education. The policy change means thousands of tribal students from remote villages can now stay in government hostels while pursuing degrees and preparing for exams.
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.
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.
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A 26-year-old student leader is rallying thousands of university students to clean up and revitalize Johannesburg's inner city, proving young people are the solution to urban decay. More than 3,000 students have already joined the movement.
A scholarship foundation just invested nearly a million dollars in students' futures, distributing over $920,000 to help young people pursue their educational dreams. The CFOSR scholarship program is opening doors for students who might otherwise struggle to afford higher education.
The University of Virginia's Engineering Student Council threw a special gala to honor undergraduate students who've made their campus community better. From teaching assistants to design team leaders, dozens of student engineers got recognized for going the extra mile.
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