Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about campus life, curated daily by BrightWire.
When a Polish clerk refused to touch a Black student's hand, her Jewish and Black peers formed an unbreakable bond. Their week studying hatred at Auschwitz became a masterclass in overcoming division together.
Joyce Obarakpor, a second-year nursing student in Nigeria, won a brand-new car during a three-day campus activation celebrating youth. The 21-year-old dedicated her prize to her mother, who sacrificed to send her and her siblings to school.
Elon University's Student Life division celebrated a year of transformative student support, recognizing staff who mentor, innovate, and build the relationships that shape college experiences. The May celebration highlighted new initiatives and honored professionals dedicated to student success.
The University of Illinois' IDEA Lab is breaking down barriers by offering virtual reality headsets, gaming consoles, and 3D printing equipment to students of any major, completely free. Located in Grainger Library's basement, the lab is creating a third space where students can explore cutting-edge technology, destress, and build friendships.
Students at MIT are transforming Friday and Saturday nights with substance-free events that drew over 2,000 attendees last fall. From boba craft nights to Halloween ice skating, the 20-year tradition proves community beats stress.
