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New Bill to Reduce Student Debt With College Matched-Savings Program

Two senators have introduced a bill to help tackle the $1.71 trillion national student loan debt crisis afflicting American students.

Cal Student Body Passes Resolution on Caste-Based Discrimination

The Cal State Student Association passed a resolution supporting the addition of castes as a protected category of CSU's 23 campuses' anti-discrimination policy.

Florida Bill to Require ‘Political Orientation’ Survey on Campus

A new bill that would require students, faculty, and other staff at Florida’s public colleges and universities to take a yearly assessment of their political beliefs is on its way to be signed into law.

UMichigan Deactivates IDs of 718 Students for Flouting COVID Testing

University of Michigan authorities have cracked down on a second wave of students ignoring coronavirus testing requirements.

NCAA Declares Support for Transgender Student-Athletes

The NCAA has expressed firm support for transgender athletes as an increasing number of states move to block their participation in college sports.

Ohio College Clinics Suspend J&J Vaccine Due to Blood Clots

A number of vaccine clinics at Ohio colleges have suspended administration of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine following reports of blood clots.

Georgia Board of Regents Freezes Tuition for Second Year in a Row

To support students coping with financial hardship during the pandemic, the Georgia Board of Regents voted to freeze tuition and fees for public college students.

Kansas Community College to Pay Staff $250 to Get COVID-19 Vaccine

Johnson County Community College in Kansas has a tempting offer for its staff members: get vaccinated and receive monetary compensation.