Female condoms are a powerful tool. They can stop sexually transmitted infections. Yet, not many women use them. This is a problem. College girls are at high risk for unsafe sex. They need better protection. A study looked into this issue. It focused on female undergraduates at Makerere University i
In Chicago, students are taking matters into their own hands to track ICE activity. They are using Google Maps to pinpoint where immigration agents are seen. This helps people know what's really happening and not just rumors. The students at Loyola University started this project. They saw a need t
In a small town in Upstate New York, a trusted educator's life took a dramatic turn. Scott Jeffers, a 42-year-old special education teacher and coach, found himself on the wrong side of the law. He was taken into custody after being accused of sending inappropriate messages to a student under 17. Th
Ever thought about how much school knowledge sticks around? Most tests happen right after class. But what if we check a year or two later? A new study looked at students who took basic or mid-level microeconomics. They took a test at the end of their course. Then, between one and two and a half year
The Education Department recently shared some big news. They stopped a huge amount of fraud in student aid. Since the start of the second term, new rules have saved $1 billion. This money was meant for students but was being stolen by criminals. The Education Secretary, Linda McMahon, talked about
In a recent decision, Pennsylvania's finance board ruled that graduate stipends are not subject to state income tax. This came after a University of Pittsburgh student argued that her PhD stipend, which she relied on to cover living expenses, should not be taxed. The board agreed, stating that the s
In Saudi Arabia, teachers play a big role in how well tech helps students with autism. Their beliefs about teaching and their comfort with tech can make a big difference. First, let's talk about what teachers think. Their beliefs about teaching can change how they use tech. If they believe tech is
College life isn't all fun and games. It's a mix of new experiences, challenges, and pressures. But what's really going on in the minds of students? Recent studies have shed light on some concerning trends. First, let's talk about mental health. Many students are dealing with common mental disorder
Medical schools often overlook suturing. Students graduate without the skills needed to close wounds neatly. This is a big problem. Many doctors end up doing this work without proper training. They may not know how to make scars look better. Patients can be left with ugly marks. These marks can caus
The Trump administration has taken a big step to end a popular student loan forgiveness plan. This plan, called SAVE, helped over 7 million people manage their student loans. The administration says it's stopping this plan because it believes it's not fair to taxpayers. The SAVE plan was created by
