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Over 35 undergraduate students at Meredith College recently showcased their original research at the school's 24th annual Celebrating Student Achievement Day. The small liberal arts college hosts one of the largest undergraduate research events of its kind.
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.
A scholarship program is now accepting applications from undergraduate cancer survivors across America, offering financial support to students who've battled the disease. The Keith Dagostino Scholarship aims to ease the financial burden for those pursuing higher education after fighting cancer.
Undergraduates at Virginia Wesleyan University just released a peer-reviewed academic journal entirely written, edited, and managed by students themselves. The publication showcases research on everything from climate action to global policy, proving young scholars are ready to contribute to real-world conversations.
Two St. Olaf College physics majors earned prestigious national scholarships for their groundbreaking research, from simulating atom behavior to developing safer cancer treatments. Their work proves that undergraduate students can tackle real-world problems that save lives.
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.
Over 1,000 students will showcase their research at UCF's Student Research Week March 23-27, marking two decades of turning undergraduate and graduate discoveries into career-launching moments. What started with 76 presentations in 2004 has grown into a university-wide celebration of innovation.
Students as young as first-years presented cutting-edge research alongside K-12 students at UTC's annual showcase. From cookie recipe math to robots teaching teachers, 355 projects proved innovation starts early.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mary Johnston-Medina from Worcester earned a spot on Miami University's President's List, reserved for students in the top 3% of their academic division. Her achievement places her among elite undergraduates at one of the nation's top 50 public universities.
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.
Three University of Louisiana Monroe accounting students swept prestigious state honors, with one claiming Louisiana's highest undergraduate accounting award. The trio secured nearly $9,000 in scholarships from a pool of just 19 recipients statewide.
A new national scholarship is helping undergraduate cancer survivors pursue their education through storytelling, not test scores. The $1,000 award celebrates resilience and reduces financial barriers for students who've overcome extraordinary challenges.
A Los Angeles anesthesiologist is investing in the next generation of leaders with a new scholarship for college athletes who excel in the classroom. Applications are now open for student athletes balancing books and sports.
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong will join MIT this October to lead student life for thousands of undergrad and graduate students. The accomplished educator brings decades of experience supporting student success, mental health, and campus community.
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