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Nov 20 2024SPORTS

Eyeing the Top Spot: College Football’s New 12-Team Playoff Heat

The college football season is in full swing, and the playoff picture is taking shape. With a new 12-team format, the latest rankings reveal who’s in the race and what's at stake. Teams like Oregon, Ohio State, and Texas are leading the pack, each with their own stories to tell. But remember, these

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Nov 20 2024EDUCATION

Checking if One Question Can Detect Food Insecurity in College Students

Food insecurity is a big issue for many college students. Researchers are curious if a single question can effectively spot food insecurity. This study took a closer look at whether one simple question could be enough to identify food insecurity among college students. Researchers wanted to see if

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Nov 20 2024EDUCATION

Why Filing Early for Student Aid Matters

This year, students can start applying for federal student aid earlier than usual. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open to all students for the 2025-26 academic year. This is thanks to a "phased rollout" that began in October and has just expanded to include everyone. The

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Nov 19 2024SPORTS

Big Ten Basketball Shines Bright in Strong Weekend Wins

The Big Ten conference has started the college basketball season with a bang, ending the weekend with five of its teams in the top 25 of the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 rankings. The excitement kicked off on Friday night with Purdue pulling off a surprising 87-78 win over Alabama, who was ranked second

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Nov 19 2024EDUCATION

Ex-Duolingo Leaders Launch Outsmart to Tackle College Costs

As college fees keep climbing, three former Duolingo bigwigs are starting a new venture, Outsmart Education. Their goal? Make higher education more affordable and accessible. The team, led by Jorge Mazal, has snagged $13 million in funding from investors like Khosla Ventures. This seed money will go

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Gonzaga vs. San Diego State: A High-Stakes Non-Conference Clash

Two powerhouse college basketball teams, Gonzaga Bulldogs (3-0) and San Diego State Aztecs (2-0), are set to face off on Monday night. Despite their impressive records, they're approaching this game from different perspectives. Gonzaga, ranked fourth, has been on a roll, crushing top teams like Bayl

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

College Football Shakeup: Oregon Tops Again, Georgia Returns to Top 10

The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll is back, and Oregon is still the unanimous No. 1 team despite a close call at Wisconsin. Notre Dame, Alabama, and Georgia each climbed two spots, with Georgia re-entering the top 10 after their win over Tennessee. LSU, after three straight losses, is

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Catching College Football: UNLV vs. SDSU Preview

College football fans are in for a treat this week as CBS Sports Network covers seven exciting games during Week 12. The action starts on Tuesday night with a Mid-American Conference matchup between Ball State and Buffalo. The weekend is packed with more games, beginning at noon with Louisiana Tech

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Indiana's New Players Shine in Early Season Wins

Indiana Hoosiers basketball team is off to a flying start with three wins under their belt. The secret? They've brought in some talented players from other teams. Myles Rice from Washington State and Kanaan Carlyle from Stanford are among the new faces making a big impact. Together with Oumar Ballo

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Nov 17 2024POLITICS

College Costs and Voter Divides: Why Education Matters More Than Ever

Have you ever wondered why some people don't see the value in a college education, even though it's getting cheaper? Paul Peterson, a professor at Harvard, says that people might feel like they're not getting enough back, but the data actually shows that a college degree is worth more now than ever

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