A study base for college and university students: news from universities, research and edtech, guides on studying and academic writing, the tools students use, and the opportunities that follow.https://academicwritingclub.com/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ucla-anderson-honors-cori-close-with-leadership-award/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ucla-anderson-honors-cori-close-with-leadership-award/John Wooden Global Leadership Award recipient Cori Close was honored by UCLA Anderson as three students received $35,000 fellowships.Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:01:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ucla-anderson-announces-2026-gerald-loeb-award-winners/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ucla-anderson-announces-2026-gerald-loeb-award-winners/2026 Gerald Loeb Awards winners included reporting from The Economist, The New York Times, Reuters, and The Washington Post.Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/bomi-education-canada-names-scholarship-winner/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/bomi-education-canada-names-scholarship-winner/BOMI Education Canada scholarship winner Victoria Landreville is pursuing a Property Administrator Certification in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/a-m-san-antonio-sets-first-year-enrollment-record/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/a-m-san-antonio-sets-first-year-enrollment-record/Texas A&M University-San Antonio enrollment reached 7,697 students in Fall 2026, including a record 1,322 first-time-in-college students.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:38:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/sofia-university-launches-doctor-of-machine-learning/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/sofia-university-launches-doctor-of-machine-learning/Sofia University’s Doctor of Machine Learning is a 72-quarter-hour online and hybrid doctorate that can be completed in 2.5 to three years.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:37:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chandigarh-university-links-cubic-startups-to-247vc/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chandigarh-university-links-cubic-startups-to-247vc/Chandigarh University quantum incubator CUBIC signed an MoU with 247VC to support potential investment and mentorship for deep-tech startups.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/pr-workshop-offers-nonprofits-media-training/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/pr-workshop-offers-nonprofits-media-training/Nonprofit PR workshop led by Lindsey Carnett will offer Santa Barbara County nonprofit staff media visibility and pitch training.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/allstate-auto-lab-trains-claims-adjusters/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/allstate-auto-lab-trains-claims-adjusters/Allstate Auto Lab uses 22 vehicles and four motorcycles to train claims adjusters on modern vehicle damage and repairs.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:03:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/impact-direction-changes-az31-magnesium-alloy-response/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/impact-direction-changes-az31-magnesium-alloy-response/AZ31 magnesium alloy ballistic performance improved by 6.5% to 6.7% when impacts followed the normal direction, Pusan researchers found.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:39:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ciee-brings-four-fellows-to-berlin/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ciee-brings-four-fellows-to-berlin/CIEE Knowledge Without Borders fellowship brings four Pell-eligible U.S. students to Berlin to study history, democracy, and memory.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/michael-jordan-gives-unc-social-work-10-million/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/michael-jordan-gives-unc-social-work-10-million/Michael Jordan gives UNC School of Social Work $10 million for student scholarships, family programs, and global social work research.Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:03:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/sport-clips-funds-veterans-college-scholarships/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/sport-clips-funds-veterans-college-scholarships/Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship campaign has raised nearly $17 million for veterans and service members pursuing education.Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:05:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/mentor-collective-launches-flash-mentoring/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/mentor-collective-launches-flash-mentoring/Flash Mentoring from Mentor Collective connects students with alumni for focused, single-session career conversations without long-term commitments.Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/fiu-launches-cruise-excellence-center/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/fiu-launches-cruise-excellence-center/FIU Cruise Excellence Center launches with cruise industry leaders to expand research, education, internships and student career pathways.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:27:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/scholars-network-names-mike-earman-vice-president/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/scholars-network-names-mike-earman-vice-president/Scholars Network has named Mike Earman vice president of health system partnerships to support clinical workforce education pathways.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:38:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lmu-receives-5-57-million-for-marymount-scholars/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lmu-receives-5-57-million-for-marymount-scholars/Marymount Scholars Program at LMU will receive $5.57 million to support Catholic high school students with admission and resources.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chengdu-regatta-draws-270-rowers-from-37-teams/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chengdu-regatta-draws-270-rowers-from-37-teams/Chengdu Open Rowing Regatta drew 37 teams and about 270 rowers, including 12 university teams from China and overseas.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/american-university-joins-dc-cap-partner-network/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/american-university-joins-dc-cap-partner-network/American University joins DC CAP to provide financial aid, coaching, and college support for eligible Washington, D.C., students.Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chandigarh-university-hosts-ceo-under-fire-x/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chandigarh-university-hosts-ceo-under-fire-x/CEO Under Fire X brought about 150 management student teams to Chandigarh University for a corporate crisis competition and AI business discussions.Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/nmims-sbm-mba-2027-applications-close-october-10/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/nmims-sbm-mba-2027-applications-close-october-10/NMIMS SBM MBA 2027 applications close October 10, 2026, with programs across six campuses and a two-stage selection process.Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/nha-details-character-program-across-105-schools/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/nha-details-character-program-across-105-schools/National Heritage Academies’ Moral Focus program teaches nine virtues across 105 charter schools serving more than 65,000 students.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:51:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/fragile-courage-revisits-college-belonging/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/fragile-courage-revisits-college-belonging/Fragile Courage by Martha Casazza examines college belonging, family ties and support as students begin a new academic year.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:51:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ciee-opens-2027-fellowships-for-study-abroad/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ciee-opens-2027-fellowships-for-study-abroad/CIEE fellowships for 2027 offer funded internships in Dublin and Copenhagen, plus $10,000 study abroad awards in Berlin.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/myno-carbon-joins-uf-sargassum-biochar-study/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/myno-carbon-joins-uf-sargassum-biochar-study/Myno Carbon joins a University of Florida study testing sargassum-derived biochar for water treatment and contaminant removal.Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:43:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lmu-sets-early-decision-deadlines-for-fall-2027/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lmu-sets-early-decision-deadlines-for-fall-2027/LMU early decision deadlines are Nov. 1, 2026, for Early Decision I and Jan. 8, 2027, for Early Decision II applicants.Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/university-of-phoenix-names-11-faculty-award-recipients/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/university-of-phoenix-names-11-faculty-award-recipients/University of Phoenix Faculty of the Year Awards recognized 11 instructors for teaching, student support and academic leadership in 2026.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:57:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/dongguk-device-recognizes-activities-without-batteries/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/dongguk-device-recognizes-activities-without-batteries/Self-powered flexible neuromorphic device from Dongguk University classified six human activities with 88.05% accuracy while bent.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:32:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/worldskills-usa-wins-honors-at-shanghai-competition/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/worldskills-usa-wins-honors-at-shanghai-competition/WorldSkills USA won a welding bronze medal, two Medals for Excellence and Best of Nation recognition in Shanghai.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/florida-poly-reveals-87m-student-achievement-center/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/florida-poly-reveals-87m-student-achievement-center/Florida Poly Student Achievement Center is a planned $87 million, 138,000-square-foot student facility scheduled to open in Fall 2028.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:14:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chonnam-tests-dichloromethane-for-amide-synthesis/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chonnam-tests-dichloromethane-for-amide-synthesis/Chonnam amide synthesis study reports a dichloromethane method that produced more than 20 grams of moclobemide at over 99% purity.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:31:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/communities-in-schools-adds-10-alumni-advisors/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/communities-in-schools-adds-10-alumni-advisors/Communities In Schools National Alumni Advisory Council adds 10 alumni to help strengthen engagement and leadership opportunities.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/florida-southern-reopens-wright-planetarium/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/florida-southern-reopens-wright-planetarium/Florida Southern Planetarium reopens Sept. 26 with public shows, new projection technology, and programs for students and visitors.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:08:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cal-poly-covers-housing-and-tuition-for-scholars/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cal-poly-covers-housing-and-tuition-for-scholars/Cal Poly housing and tuition support will cover housing, fees, food, and tuition for 10 to 15 College Track scholars.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/eskenazi-joins-iafa-symposium-faculty/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/eskenazi-joins-iafa-symposium-faculty/Benjamin Eskenazi joins the IAFA Aesthetic Symposium faculty for live demonstrations and a November 7 lecture in Miami Beach.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:01:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/utulsa-reaches-top-75-in-u-s-news-rankings/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/utulsa-reaches-top-75-in-u-s-news-rankings/The University of Tulsa reaches the U.S. News Top 75 and will set undergraduate tuition and required fees at $25,000 in fall 2027.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/asu-london-opens-with-320-students/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/asu-london-opens-with-320-students/ASU London opens with 320 students, offering project-based bachelor’s degrees and pathways to Arizona State University master’s programs.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/georgia-college-reaches-no-4-in-u-s-news-rankings/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/georgia-college-reaches-no-4-in-u-s-news-rankings/Georgia College rankings reached No. 4 among public universities in the Regional South in U.S. News’ 2027 Best Colleges list.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:57:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/mohave-college-trains-300-at-manufacturing-center/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/mohave-college-trains-300-at-manufacturing-center/Mohave College’s Advanced Manufacturing Training Center supported more than 300 learners through simulation and hands-on skilled trades training.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:05:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/prospect-hq-launches-ios-app-for-student-athletes/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/prospect-hq-launches-ios-app-for-student-athletes/Prospect HQ iOS app gives current and former student-athletes at nearly 300 colleges and universities access to profiles, jobs, and employer connections.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:07:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/crowley-funds-puerto-rico-career-programs/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/crowley-funds-puerto-rico-career-programs/Puerto Rico workforce development programs from Crowley will reach more than 350 students through Junior Achievement Americas.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:45:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cheez-it-offers-college-football-couch-experience/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cheez-it-offers-college-football-couch-experience/Cheez-It Couch Committee offers one fan and up to five guests a college football tailgate experience with Chase Daniel.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chandigarh-students-cut-hexacopter-weight-87-5/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/chandigarh-students-cut-hexacopter-weight-87-5/Chandigarh University students cut hexacopter landing structure weight by 87.5% and won Rs. 2.5 lakh at ASME IMECE India 2026.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/five-star-joins-indiana-nsf-impact-engine/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/five-star-joins-indiana-nsf-impact-engine/Five Star Technology Solutions joins Indiana’s NSF IMPACT Engine, backed by $15 million in initial funding for STEM and workforce pathways.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:29:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/giroux-appointed-to-presidential-scholars-commission/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/giroux-appointed-to-presidential-scholars-commission/Terrence J. Giroux appointed to the Commission on Presidential Scholars after 36 years leading scholarship support.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/seoultech-ai-improves-ssd-failure-predictions/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/seoultech-ai-improves-ssd-failure-predictions/SSD failure prediction research from SeoulTech retained an F1 score of 0.717 with a simulated 40% false-failure rate.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:41:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ccny-economic-impact-reaches-3-7-billion/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ccny-economic-impact-reaches-3-7-billion/CCNY economic impact reached $3.7 billion in fiscal year 2023-24, supporting 23,906 jobs across its service region.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:36:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/freed-hardeman-names-keith-harris-its-17th-president/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/freed-hardeman-names-keith-harris-its-17th-president/Freed-Hardeman University will inaugurate Dr. Keith Harris as its 17th president on Oct. 22, 2026, in Henderson, Tennessee.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/national-university-opens-escondido-student-center/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/national-university-opens-escondido-student-center/National University Escondido Nest opens with study space, child care, Veteran support and career services for working students.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/hanbat-study-reports-faster-lithium-metal-batteries/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/hanbat-study-reports-faster-lithium-metal-batteries/Bikitaite-infused cellulose separator improves NCM90 battery capacity at 4C and supports lithium-metal battery stability in a Hanbat study.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:42:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/aviator-nation-plans-12-campus-collection-launches/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/aviator-nation-plans-12-campus-collection-launches/Aviator Nation College Tour 2026 launches 12 limited college collections, with campus pop-ups and online weekly drops from September to November.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ibm-and-lockheed-martin-back-swiss-quantum-hub/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/ibm-and-lockheed-martin-back-swiss-quantum-hub/Swiss quantum innovation hub at ETH Zurich will host Switzerland’s first IBM Quantum System Two, with deployment planned by end of 2026.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/students-rebuild-1976-ford-f-350-for-sema-2027/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/students-rebuild-1976-ford-f-350-for-sema-2027/Northern Tool + Equipment has asked 14 Flandreau Indian School students to rebuild a 1976 Ford F-350 for SEMA 2027.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:32:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/dunwoody-brings-vr-trade-courses-to-six-districts/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/dunwoody-brings-vr-trade-courses-to-six-districts/Dunwoody Immersive will pilot two VR-powered dual-credit skilled trades courses at six Minnesota schools this fall.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:03:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/amu-and-apu-set-september-space-conference/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/amu-and-apu-set-september-space-conference/Space Education & Strategic Applications Conference returns virtually September 17-18 with speakers, panels, and a live Star Party.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/codesignal-expands-ai-courses-with-harvard-business-impact/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/codesignal-expands-ai-courses-with-harvard-business-impact/CodeSignal Harvard Business Impact partnership adds practice-based AI and essential skills courses for educational institutions worldwide.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/dignity-grows-serves-27-000-greater-hartford-residents/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/dignity-grows-serves-27-000-greater-hartford-residents/Greater Hartford hygiene support from Dignity Grows reaches more than 27,000 residents annually, including students returning to school.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/camscanner-ai-adds-document-tools-for-students/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/camscanner-ai-adds-document-tools-for-students/CamScanner AI offers document scanning, 41-language OCR, summaries, and comparison tools for students managing study and career materials.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cbu-expands-career-preparation-with-new-sponsor/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cbu-expands-career-preparation-with-new-sponsor/California Baptist University career center expands support after 4,260 student appointments and gains Modern Woodmen sponsorship.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:56:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lennox-opens-6-000-square-foot-hvac-training-center/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lennox-opens-6-000-square-foot-hvac-training-center/Lennox commercial HVAC training center opens in Fort Lauderdale with a 6,000-square-foot hands-on training space for technicians.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:13:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/narxoz-business-school-gains-amba-and-bga-accreditation/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/narxoz-business-school-gains-amba-and-bga-accreditation/Narxoz Business School has gained joint AMBA and BGA accreditation, placing it in the top 2% of business schools globally.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:55:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/george-mason-plans-7-7m-quantum-system-in-virginia/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/george-mason-plans-7-7m-quantum-system-in-virginia/George Mason’s open-architecture quantum computing system will bring a $7.7 million TreQ testbed to Virginia, with commissioning planned for 2027.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:37:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/peak-offers-500-000-match-for-lane-pickleball-complex/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/peak-offers-500-000-match-for-lane-pickleball-complex/Peak Community Challenge will match donations up to $500,000 for a planned 24-court pickleball complex at Lane Community College.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:50:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/waterloo-plans-five-stop-college-football-tour/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/waterloo-plans-five-stop-college-football-tour/Waterloo Can Cruiser College Football Rivalry Tour will visit five college football tailgates across the United States in 2026.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lowe-s-foundation-launches-skilled-trades-coalition/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/lowe-s-foundation-launches-skilled-trades-coalition/Building Futures Skilled Trades Coalition launches with 75 members to help train one million people for trades careers by 2035.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/3m-endows-lse-scholarships-for-uk-students/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/3m-endows-lse-scholarships-for-uk-students/LSE undergraduate scholarships will receive £3 million from the ERANDA Rothschild Foundation for three new UK students each year.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:14:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cbu-and-riverside-county-launch-anchor-fellowship/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/cbu-and-riverside-county-launch-anchor-fellowship/ANCHOR Fellowship gives nine CBU graduate social work students yearlong leadership assignments with Riverside County DPSS.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/geotab-interns-build-ai-skills-through-placements/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/geotab-interns-build-ai-skills-through-placements/Geotab internship program placements give students AI, telematics and data analytics experience through active business projects.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:12:00 GMThttps://academicwritingclub.com/stories/northwest-arkansas-program-funds-140-internships/https://academicwritingclub.com/stories/northwest-arkansas-program-funds-140-internships/Northwest Arkansas program will support 70 startups and place 140 college students in paid internships over two years.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT