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6 stories tagged with "College Life"
College Invests $4.4M to Renovate Chapel as Faith Hub
Innovation•Sep 19

College Invests $4.4M to Renovate Chapel as Faith Hub

Augustana University just completed a stunning $4.4 million renovation of its Chapel of Reconciliation, proving that faith still matters on college campuses. The project transformed a 40-year-old worship space into a vibrant community hub with natural light, restored artwork, and gathering spaces honoring beloved pastors.

Innovation Desk•3 min read
USC Film Students Turn Dorm Into Movie Set for $1,300
Innovation•Aug 27

USC Film Students Turn Dorm Into Movie Set for $1,300

Two USC freshmen transformed their bland dorm room into a Hollywood-worthy space using movie props and thrift finds for just $1,300. Their creative approach proves you don't need designer budgets to make magic happen.

Upworthy•2 min read
Acts of Kindness•Jun 16

Therapy Dog Named After Cancer Survivor Reunites at Marshall

A college student who beat bone cancer at age 8 discovered a therapy dog on campus named Isabella, after her. The reunion brought together a story that started in a hospital and came full circle years later.

Acts of Kindness Desk•3 min read
Female College Mascots Break Stereotypes in Viral Reveals
Acts of Kindness•Jun 11

Female College Mascots Break Stereotypes in Viral Reveals

Women are suiting up as college mascots in record numbers, turning graduation reveal videos into million-view moments. These athletes spend 20+ hours weekly in secret, building campus spirit while breaking barriers in traditionally male roles.

Womens Health•2 min read
8 Simple Ways to Spread Kindness on Campus Today
Acts of Kindness•Feb 23

8 Simple Ways to Spread Kindness on Campus Today

Small acts of generosity can transform someone's entire day, and they don't require grand gestures or deep pockets. Here are eight easy ways college students can make their campus a kinder place, starting right now.

Acts of Kindness Desk•2 min read
97% of College Students Love Campus Delivery Robots
Videos•Jan 27

97% of College Students Love Campus Delivery Robots

Small six-wheeled robots rolling across college campuses have won over nearly every student who's met them. A survey of 5,000 students shows delivery bots aren't just accepted, they're beloved.

The Robot Report•2 min read