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fromFast Company
1 week ago

How AI is impacting trust among college students and teachers

Generative AI significantly impacts learning dynamics and relationships among students and faculty in higher education.
#education
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Higher education

I dropped out of Oxford because my workload was too much, and I had no time to enjoy college. It was the best decision.

Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I dropped out of Oxford because my workload was too much, and I had no time to enjoy college. It was the best decision.

Graham Price left Oxford University due to overwhelming workload and missed social experiences, seeking a more balanced university life elsewhere.
#higher-education
Film
fromIndieWire
4 weeks ago

SCAD Takes Cannes: IndieWire's Future of Filmmaking

SCAD provides unparalleled practical experience for students aiming for careers in film and television.
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My son has a lot of regrets about college, especially not taking a gap year. But he did one thing right that saved him thousands.

Taking a gap year could have helped to avoid regrets about college and career choices.
Understanding actual career paths and pay scales is crucial before selecting a major.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

An Ideal Campus to Tame Technology

Students at Pomona College are increasingly advocating for tech-free classrooms to enhance engagement and connection with learning material.
fromwww.latimes.com
1 month ago

Chancellor Julio Frenk suggests he'll be actively involved with UCLA athletics

I am going to be involved because I think athletics plays a very central role... it enriches the student experience of everyone.
LA Lakers
fromFuturism
2 months ago

College Grads Furious After an AI Butchers Their Names During Commencement

Pace University's use of AI to announce graduate names at commencement sparked backlash, as many found it detracted from the personal significance of the occasion.
#graduation
Artificial intelligence
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Northeastern used AI to announce graduates' names. Some say they deserved better.

Graduating students at Northeastern University criticized the use of an AI tool for announcing names during the graduation ceremony.
Artificial intelligence
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Northeastern used AI to announce graduates' names. Some say they deserved better.

Graduating students at Northeastern University criticized the use of an AI tool for announcing names during the graduation ceremony.
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Upholding the mission in a year of turmoil- Harvard Gazette

Graduation is a time filled with hope, as students reflect on their journeys and the opportunities that lie ahead, both personally and collectively.
Higher education
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US university scholars and international students: are you considering working or studying elsewhere?

International students at Harvard faced threats to their legal status amid changes in visa regulations and university enrollment policies.
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Less a problem than an adventure - Harvard Gazette

Eliot Hodges rediscovered his love for math through proof-based courses that emphasized creativity and exploration over rote learning.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NJ mascot reveals secret identity at college graduation

Aly Erario revealed her secret role as the college mascot on graduation day, surprising her friends after a year of dedication.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Terrified Long Island students forced to finish finals as armed police swept halls during chaotic lockdown

Students at Long Beach High School faced confusion and trauma during a lockdown due to a hoax shooting threat.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Ohio State alum claims 'PTSD' after wacky, hallucinogen-fueled grad speech - but has this advice for future speakers

Chris Pan advises future speakers to focus on relatable topics for their audience, rather than personal passions.
His 2024 commencement speech at OSU received mixed reactions, leading to personal backlash.
Writing
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People With "Dirty Little Secrets" Are Finally Revealing Them After Years Of Staying Silent

Anonymous feedback can lead to positive change, even when it feels uncomfortable to initiate.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

They landed a dream internship at the Vatican. Then the Pope died

Villanova students gained unique insights and experiences while interning during a historically significant papal transition.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Financial Anxiety Was Our Jam

The author reflects on the struggles and joys of working minimum-wage jobs while studying abroad.
fromState of the Planet
3 months ago

Global Perspectives: Exploring Sustainable Development in Rwanda and Bangladesh

The course was a needed shift from the global scale of climate change and sustainability to a smaller, more influenceable setting.
Online Community Development
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I couldn't afford rent in Paris, so I moved in with 12 priests

"I scoured every rental site and even researched 'logements contre services,' or work/accommodation exchanges, only to find offers from men claiming to have space in their bed for a student."
London politics
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

My daughter called me from college every day, crying because she hated it. I had to go against all parenting advice to help her adjust.

It's important for parents to support their children emotionally during difficult transitions like starting college.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

It Should Not Happen!' CNN Speaks to FSU Student Live On The Phone While Sheltering In Place After Mass Shooting

So that's when I decided, you know, it was best to shelter in place. I closed the door, and then that's when the alert was issued.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I was trying really hard to graduate from college without any debt. Then the recession hit, and my life changed forever.

The sudden financial strain of the 2007 recession forced a college student to pause their education and reevaluate their future.
fromHer Campus
4 months ago

The Rise of Remote Internships: Are They Worth It?

Remote internships offer flexibility and accessibility, allowing students to manage workloads while gaining experience without the need for physical relocation.
Remote teams
Fashion & style
fromCornell Chronicle
4 months ago

41st annual fashion show embraces 'any person, any study' | Cornell Chronicle

The Cornell Fashion Collective's annual runway show emphasizes creativity and collaboration among diverse student designers.
Productivity
fromNature
5 months ago

Move beyond 'publish or perish' by measuring behaviours that benefit academia

A great university nurtures both academic recognition and the holistic development of students beyond traditional metrics.
Online learning
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

It's very lonely': what are Australia's university students missing out on?

Online learning has created feelings of isolation among students, diminishing the collaborative educational experience they anticipated.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

I felt destined for an Ivy League college but was rejected. Here's what I wish I had known during the college application process.

I learned that 11% of Yale's Class of 2027 were legacy students... the disadvantages for me didn't end there.
Education
fromThe Walrus
7 months ago

An Explosion of Abuse Allegations Against a Military-Style Boarding School | The Walrus

Kris could barely contain his excitement when he told his mother he had found the perfect school to attend: a boarding school for boys near Niagara, Ontario, named Robert Land Academy. It was 1996, and Kris, whose last name is being withheld to protect his privacy, was fourteen years old, struggling in middle school in British Columbia. He had dreams of joining the Canadian military, and he became convinced that RLA-its structure mirrored that of the military, with students wearing uniforms and everyone being given military-style ranks-would help him prepare to eventually enlist.
Education
fromESPN.com
9 months ago

Clemson board OK's per-semester athletic fee

Clemson University will implement a $150 athletic fee beginning next academic year to support its athletic department financially.
Education
fromFast Company
11 months ago

How one botched form will impact the number of U.S. students attending college

FAFSA technical glitches led to a 9% drop in application completion, impacting students' college choices and financial planning.
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago

The Great Barnard College Diploma Mix-Up

Some Barnard College diplomas were mistakenly mailed to the wrong graduates, causing confusion and frustration.
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