The Department of Journalism welcomed more than 400 high school students to Southern on October 24, 2025, for the 40th annual High School Journalism Day — a signature event that introduces students to the power and practice of journalism. Held each year, High School Journalism Day brings students to campus from across Connecticut for hands-on […] The post Celebrating 40 Years of High School Journalism Day appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
First-generation college students are trailblazers: Being a first-gen student means that your parent(s) did not complete a 4-year college or university degree, regardless of other family members’ — such as siblings’ — levels of education. ”As a first-gen student myself,” said Sandra Bulmer, SCSU interim president, “I know that the path through higher education is […] The post “First-Gen Day” Celebrates Students Who Lead the Way appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
A new program from the UW School of Medicine and Public Health trains doctors for serving in the country.| On Wisconsin
Badger meteorologists use high-tech tools to keep Americans safe.| On Wisconsin
UW–Madison’s organizational changes aim to boost support for all undergraduates| On Wisconsin
With help from industry partners, the Tech Exploration Lab devises innovative solutions to real-world problems.| On Wisconsin
The UW financial aid program significantly increases student retention.| On Wisconsin
An Office of Sustainability program supports student-initiated environmental projects.| On Wisconsin
Research grants do more than fund studies.| On Wisconsin
The band rocks a sold-out Camp Randall Stadium.| On Wisconsin
A new weekly program, the Memory Café, is designed to provide a welcoming space for individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers to enjoy social interaction and support. Developed by professors Mary Jo Archambault and Tarah Loy-Ashe, who lead Southern’s recreation therapy program, the café is designed to foster connection, ease the […] The post New Memory Café at Southern Builds Community for Individuals with Dementia and their Caregivers appeared firs...| News at Southern
In recognition of World Heart Day on Sept. 29, Southern Connecticut State University unveiled a new hands-only CPR training kiosk at Hilton C. Buley Library, offering students, faculty and visitors the chance to learn lifesaving skills in just minutes. The event, held in collaboration with the American Heart Association and Hartford HealthCare, featured remarks from […] The post On World Heart Day, Southern Commits to Lifesaving Education appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
Little bluestem, sea oats, butterfly weed, coneflowers, asters—Rockefeller’s lush campus is dotted with a host of colorful perennials. But these plants aren’t just beautiful; each one was carefully chosen by our landscaping team because it’s hearty enough to thrive in the campus’s fluctuating East River microclimate, where saline air and brisk winds can be tough... View Article The post A polinator’s oasis appeared first on Seek.| Seek
On Monday night, Teamsters Local 320 announced rolling strikes against the University of Minnesota. The first one starts at 10:00 p.m. on the Crookston and Morris campuses. Then the strikes will continue on Tuesday at 4:00 a.m. on the Duluth, Grand Rapids, Waseca, and Austin campuses, and Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. on Minneapolis and St. […] The post “We Cannot Water Down Our Proposals Any More”: UMN Teamsters Go on Strike appeared first on Workday Magazine.| Workday Magazine
As almost 200 military service members were on campus participating in the 2025 Department of Defense Warrior Games last month, four CC students and recent alumni worked the games as interns. Recent graduates Delaney Rach ’25 and Gracie Huebner ’25 served as a Volunteer Coordination Intern and a Communications Intern, respectively, while Cole Amaya ’26 […]| The Peak
A recent feature article in the New Haven Independent highlighted the transformative experience of students who took part in Southern Connecticut State University’s 2025 Summer Studio—an immersive, five-week graphic design course for rising high school juniors and seniors. Founded by Connecticut designer DJ Haddad in partnership with AIGA Connecticut, Summer Studio equips high school students […]| News at Southern
Associate Professor of Organismal Biology and Ecology (OBE) and Southwest Studies Dr. Rachel Jabaily and her two students Magdalyn Rowley-Lange ’26 and Cricket Mohring ’28, are conducting research this summer on how plants in the pineapple family respond to nitrogen. The team’s study is funded by a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant. Jabaily, Rowley-Lange, and […]| The Peak
The Colorado College Journalism Institute launched the Reporting on Wildfires class in Fall 2023 after a science professor won a 2021 National Science Foundation grant that included the Journalism Institute as a partner. Since then, 30 CC students have received state-of-the-art wildfire journalism instruction. CC professor Dr. Rebecca Barnes and her colleagues and collaborators from […]| The Peak
Southern Connecticut State University recently hosted Connecticut’s first-ever College Symposium on Gambling Harm, drawing experts, counselors, and prevention professionals to address the growing impact of online gambling on college campuses. Held on June 11, the event was made possible through the leadership of Dr. Sarah Keiser, coordinator of Addiction and Recovery Services within SCSU’s Counseling […]| News at Southern
Gracie Isabella Carrello ’25 was recently awarded the American School of Prehistoric Research Archaeological Field School Scholarship from the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA), allowing them to spend the summer in Greece studying human remains. “I’m extremely honored to have been selected for this award,” says Carrello, a Classics and Anthropology major who hopes to […]| The Peak
At the beginning of her sophomore year, Evie Biggs ’25 knew two things: she was going to pursue medicine or law and she wanted to graduate in three years. “I wanted a challenging career that was constantly evolving and required a lot of me ethically, socially, and intellectually,” says Biggs, a Molecular Biology major who […]| The Peak
Southern Connecticut State University is earning national attention for its support of student-parents, thanks to a recent feature by The Hechinger Report and The Boston Globe. The story highlights Southern student Cai-Lonni Haywood, a Navy veteran and mother who returned to college with the help of Southern’s drop-in child care center — made possible through […]| News at Southern
(Hartford, CT) – Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) Chancellor Terrence Cheng and the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education announced today the appointment of Dr. Sandra Minor Bulmer, Ph.D., as interim president of Southern Connecticut State University (Southern). Dr. Bulmer has extensive experience in higher education, including 26 years at Southern, and currently […]| News at Southern
A Full-Circle Moment Dr. Christina Draganich ’12 In 2011, Psychology Professor Dr. Kristi Erdal took her Human Neuropsychology class to visit the Craig Hospital, a world-renowned rehabilitation hos…| The Peak
Barbara Neeley Yalich ’53 After a lifetime of devoted service to Colorado College and the greater Colorado Springs community, Barbara Neeley Yalich ’53 passed away on Friday, April 11 due to a shor…| The Peak
Mariana Martin ’25 at the Tikal National Park on July 30, 2024. Photo provided by Martin. In alignment with the standard of experiential learning that she received at CC, Mariana Martin ’25 s…| The Peak
Stony Brook University's Staller Center for the Arts has announced the new position of assistant director and the appointment of Katie Stockhammer to the role.| SBU News
This year, thanks to the efforts of two political science students, Stony Brook University's retake policy will change to one that is more 'forgiving.'| SBU News
When I returned to campus nearly twenty years after graduating, one of the first faces I saw was one that made the time away feel like just days rather than decades. Eyes still shining with joy and…| The Peak
In a remarkable achievement that speaks to their exceptional dedication to community service and social justice, CC’s EmRhys Jenkins ’26 has been named one of this year’s recipients of the pr…| The Peak
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has recognized Colorado College for being one of the institutions of higher education that has the highest number of s…| The Peak
Will Murphy ’25, Mia Degner ’24, Brayden Legette ’25, Mary Andrews ’23, Emilia Murdock ’26, Ashley Stewart ’24, and Amalia Lopez ’24 are pictured during th…| The Peak
CC’s Model UN Team poses in front of the Capitol Building after the 2024 Model UN Conference in Washington, DC. Photo provided by Zoey Roueche. In a packed conference hall in Miami, surrounde…| The Peak
At the close of each fall semester, a vibrant buzz fills the hallways of Engleman Hall when the annual First-Year Research and Artistry Experience (FYRE) gives first-year students the chance to present their work from their first semester in college. This fall’s FYRE, in full swing in early December, was a week-long showcase of creativity, […]| News at Southern
The Stony Brook University community gathered on the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks to remember alumni who tragically lost their lives that day.| SBU News
Exploration is the hallmark of higher education, and the Academic Advising Office wants to ensure all students are able to explore any major they are interested in, or not interested in, during their very first year on campus, with the affirmation that graduating on time is still possible. As part of a years-long revamping of […]| News at Southern
Adjunct and contingent faculty make up the majority of instructional staff at colleges and universities today. Faith Ericson explains what that means for these highly qualified and underpaid workers and the role of liberal arts education outside of major city centers.| Workday Magazine
Following abrupt changes to student housing implemented in Summer 2023, New College of Florida’s administration has not solidified a solution to the issue of adequately accommodating its student body on campus. As summer nears, students find themselves once again in a state of uncertainty regarding their housing arrangements. For third-year and thesis students, on-campus housing […]| The Catalyst
