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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Changing Minds: The Video Experiment

In the heart of rural Texas, a unique experiment unfolded at a state university. The goal? To see if short videos could sway students' thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine. The experiment was simple. Students filled out questionnaires about their vaccine views before and after watching one of three vid

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Why Saudi Students Can't Put Down Their Phones at Night

Sleep is super important for students. It helps them stay focused, learn better, and feel good overall. But there's a big problem. Many university students in Saudi Arabia are glued to their smart devices right up until bedtime. This habit is messing with their sleep quality. Smart devices

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Mar 04 2025EDUCATION

Counselors' Struggle: Burnout and the Path to Happiness

University counselors have a tough job. They deal with a lot of repetitive tasks and high pressure, which can wear them down over time. This can lead to something called job burnout, where they feel exhausted and lose interest in their work. It's a big problem, especially for those in their late twe

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Mar 01 2025EDUCATION

Texas Universities Face Big Budget Cuts

Texas universities are bracing for a significant financial blow. The state's Senate and House have both proposed budgets for 2026-2027. These budgets do not include funding for a key program that has been providing universities with $423 million over the past two years. This program is called the in

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Feb 28 2025EDUCATION

Bridging the Gap: Indigenous Students in Science

Indigenous students face big hurdles in biomedical science and pharmacy research. These challenges come from long-standing issues and educational systems that don't always fit their needs. But there's hope. The University of Newcastle (UoN) is taking steps to change this. The UoN set up the

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Feb 27 2025EDUCATION

Power in Numbers: Academics Unite for Change

Universities are facing some big challenges. Redundancies, market pressures, and political changes are shaking things up. So, what can academics do? Well, they can start by looking at their own work habits and seeing where they can make a difference. Academics are part of a larger group of universi

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Feb 24 2025HEALTH

Measles Alert: San Marcos and San Antonio on High Alert

Texas is facing a significant measles outbreak, with the virus spreading to San Marcos and San Antonio. The Hays County Health Department issued a warning after a person from Gaines County, who tested positive for measles, visited San Marcos on February 14. This individual was in San Marcos from 3 p

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Feb 23 2025EDUCATION

China's Dental Students: How Much Do They Know About Research Ethics?

Imagine this: you're a dental student in China, and you're about to dive into the world of research. But how much do you really know about research integrity? This is what a recent study set out to explore. It looked into the knowledge of research ethics among dental undergraduates from 34 universit

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Feb 23 2025HEALTH

Tech and Sleep: A Nighttime Dilemma for College Students

College students often struggle with keeping a consistent sleep schedule. This is especially true for female university students in the United Arab Emirates. The study focused on understanding how sleep patterns affect various aspects of life. Researchers looked at sleep regularity, lifesty

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Schistosomiasis: The Hidden Danger for University Students

In China, health education has been a key tool in managing schistosomiasis. This disease is a real problem in certain areas, especially for university students who live or study in these regions. These students often come into contact with snail-infested water during their daily activities and leisu

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