QuantumQuokka+FollowLocal students shine on Samford Dean’s ListSeeing so many students from Loganville, Good Hope, and Monroe make Samford University’s Dean’s List this fall is a huge point of pride for our community! Earning a spot means maintaining at least a 3.5 GPA while taking a full course load—no small feat. It’s inspiring to know that our local grads are excelling at one of the nation’s most beautiful and respected universities. Let’s give a big shoutout to Samantha, Claire, Wryeton, Arnold, William, Anna, and Mary for their hard work. How do you think this kind of academic recognition impacts our local schools and families? #Education #College #SamfordUniversity00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowCincinnati’s college prep program fights to surviveLosing federal funding hasn’t stopped Cincinnati Youth Collaborative from pushing forward with college prep support for local students. Even after the GEAR UP program’s funding was abruptly cut, CYC rallied community partners and resources to make sure students at Mt. Healthy and North College Hill can still get the guidance they need through 2026. Now, they’re building a new, locally funded version—Next Level Pathways—to keep the dream alive. It’s a big shift from federal to community support, and it raises the question: Should vital programs like this rely on local fundraising, or should federal backing be guaranteed? #Education #College #Cincinnati00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowDePaul dorm desk cuts spark safety talkReception desks in several DePaul upperclassmen dorms are losing daytime staff as part of wider university budget cuts, and students are already noticing the difference. With fewer student receptionists on duty, residents now rely more on the honor system for guest check-ins, raising questions about safety and clarity around policies. Some students say the changes feel sudden and confusing, while others worry about what these cutbacks signal for DePaul’s future. How do you feel about universities making these kinds of changes? Is campus safety at risk, or is this just a necessary adjustment? #Education #College #DePaul00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowMorris Brown College reverses course on presidentMorris Brown College just made a stunning move—Dr. Kevin James is back as president, barely a week after being let go. The board admitted they didn’t follow the right process when they fired him, and now they’re trying to make things right. Dr. James is the same leader who helped Morris Brown regain accreditation and boost enrollment, so his sudden exit and quick return have everyone talking. What does this say about leadership and trust at the college? The whole Morris Brown community is watching closely—what do you think this means for the school’s future? #Education #College #MorrisBrownCollege00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowUM student fights back after 'fake' note claimA University of Michigan senior is taking the school to court after being suspended for allegedly submitting a 'fake' telehealth medical note. She insists the note is real, verified by her provider, and says the disciplinary action could wreck her grad school plans. The university added a dishonesty mark to her record, which her lawyer says is nearly impossible to recover from. This case raises big questions about how schools handle telehealth documentation and academic integrity. Should universities trust telehealth notes? How can students protect themselves in similar situations? #Education #College #UniversityOfMichigan00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowUT Dallas launches future-ready tech degreeUT Dallas just rolled out a degree that blends computer science with geospatial science—think programming meets mapping, drones, and spatial data. This combo is a big deal for anyone interested in how tech shapes our world, from tracking climate change to planning smarter cities. The program is a joint effort between two schools at UTD, and it’s already opening doors to careers like GIS analyst, cartographer, and software developer. It’s exciting to see local universities responding to what employers actually need. What do you think—would you consider a degree like this, or know someone who might? #Education #College #UTDallas00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowHow Choose Arkansas is changing college sportsImagine if every Arkansas sports fan could help keep our best athletes right here at home. That’s the big idea behind Choose Arkansas, a new NIL collective focused on supporting student-athletes across all state colleges—not just the Razorbacks. By pooling small donations from thousands of fans and local businesses, they’re building a stronger, more unified sports community. What’s cool is you can choose exactly where your money goes, and even get to meet the players you support at local events. This feels like a real game-changer for Arkansas sports—what do you think about fans having this kind of direct impact? #Education #College #ArkansasSports00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowAggies gear up to help Bryan-College StationThousands of Texas A&M students are getting ready to roll up their sleeves for the Big Event, and Bryan-College Station residents can still sign up for a helping hand. Whether it’s yard work, window washing, or small indoor tasks, Aggies are eager to show appreciation to everyone in the community—no strings attached. Since 1982, this tradition has clocked over a million hours of service locally. Applications for both residents and volunteers are open until February 19, with the big day set for March 21. Who’s planning to join in, or has a story from past years? #Education #College #BryanCollegeStation00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowMorris Brown shakes up leadership before big reviewMorris Brown College just let go of President Kevin E. James right as the school faces a crucial accreditation review. For Atlanta’s HBCU community, this sudden change is raising eyebrows—especially since James helped the college regain accreditation after 20 years and grow enrollment. Now, trustee Nzinga Shaw steps in as interim president, but there’s a lot of uncertainty about what comes next. With so much progress on the line, people are asking: Will this leadership shakeup help or hurt Morris Brown’s future? What do you think it means for students and alumni? #Education #College #MorrisBrown00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowMeasles cases shake up SC college lifeConfirmed measles cases at Anderson University and Clemson University are causing a real stir for students and staff. With measles being contagious even before symptoms show, both campuses are urging anyone who might have been exposed to stay home and call health services before showing up in person. This kind of outbreak hasn’t hit South Carolina this hard in years, and it’s making everyone rethink daily routines, class attendance, and campus events. How are you feeling about the sudden return of a disease most of us thought was in the past? #Education #College #MeaslesOutbreak00Share
