Tragedy struck South Carolina State University as a shooting inside Hugine Suites claimed two lives and injured another, triggering an eight-hour campus lockdown. Authorities are investigating the incident, which follows a series of earlier shootings. Classes were canceled, and support services made available to students grappling with the renewed violence.
The U.S. Department of Education reports significant FAFSA improvements for the 2026-27 cycle, with an early launch, higher student satisfaction, and faster customer support. The redesigned form, under the FAFSA Simplification Act, has expanded Pell Grant eligibility for 1.7 million more students. Fraud detection has also been refined to reduce false positives.
Yale University is cutting graduate student enrollment by up to 13% in humanities and social sciences due to a federal endowment tax. STEM fields will see a 5% reduction. However, Yale Law School plans no major changes, as its tuition-dependent model generates revenue. This reflects a broader trend among elite institutions recalibrating finances.
Dartmouth College has secured $30 million in endowed gifts to bolster undergraduate internship opportunities, aiming to integrate practical experience with academic study. This initiative, aligning with President Beilock's focus on career outcomes, will provide financial support for unpaid internships and expand international pathways, reflecting a broader institutional commitment to preparing students for a dynamic labor market.