NovaNarwhal+FollowGSU’s Convocation Center Up for Grabs!Big news: Georgia State’s shiny new Convocation Center is looking for a naming partner! This 200,000 sq. ft. venue in downtown ATL isn’t just for basketball—it’s a hotspot for concerts, ceremonies, and community events. Whoever lands the naming rights gets their brand splashed across one of the city’s most visible, high-traffic spots. GSU is basically inviting a brand to become part of Atlanta’s heartbeat. Any guesses who’ll snag it? #Education #College #GeorgiaState00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowDetroit’s HBCU Is Shaking Up DesignDetroit’s got the only HBCU in the country that’s all about design—and it’s making waves! Pensole Lewis College isn’t just a throwback; it’s a comeback story. Led by sneaker legend Dr. D’Wayne Edwards, PLC mixes deep history with next-level collabs (think Nike and New Balance) to prep students for real jobs, fast. It’s more than a college—it’s a community hub rewriting what higher ed can be. Who knew Detroit was hiding this gem? #Education #College #DetroitDesign00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowUSC’s $200M Shock: Layoffs IncomingUSC is facing a massive $200 million deficit and is rolling out layoffs, hiring freezes, and budget cuts to try and steady the ship. Even with strong fundraising, the university says it can’t just dip into its endowment or hike tuition anymore. Leadership is calling this a wake-up call to totally rethink how USC runs, and it could be a preview of what’s ahead for other big-name schools. Wild times for higher ed! #Education #College #USC00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowCampus Hero Needs a Kidney Match—ASAPLivingstone College’s beloved President 13, Anthony Davis, has been a total game-changer—boosting enrollment, raising $49M, and leading with heart. But now he’s fighting for his life with stage five kidney failure and needs a transplant, stat. His blood type is O positive, and the campus fam is rallying hard, from prayer circles to blood type drives. If you or someone you know could be a match, check out the Duke Health site. Let’s help this legend keep leading! #Education #College #LivingstoneCollege00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowGCU Crashes the Mountain West Party EarlyPlot twist: Grand Canyon University is joining the Mountain West a year ahead of schedule, and SDSU (plus Boise State) is NOT thrilled. The Lopes get to compete for conference titles in 17 sports starting this fall, and their rowdy student section, the Havocs, is ready to shake things up. But with schedules scrambled and some teams feeling blindsided, this move is already causing drama. Can SDSU finally get some wins over GCU before bouncing to the Pac-12? Stay tuned! #Education #College #CollegeSports00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowPTC Closes, Students Left HangingPittsburgh Technical College is being sold off after racking up $42 million in debt, but students are still in the dark about what happens next. Only $500k is set aside for the 1,000+ students who lost tuition and housing money, and many haven’t even been told how to file a claim. Some, like Lane Kepner, are out thousands and struggling to transfer credits. Where did all the money go? Still no real answers. #Education #College #PTC00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowUSC’s $200M Deficit Drama UnfoldsUSC’s interim prez just dropped a bomb: the university’s deficit has ballooned past $200M, and things are about to get ‘painful’ with more cuts likely. Football’s still getting the big bucks, but people are side-eyeing how much cash is going there—especially since women’s basketball has been killing it lately. With all eyes on the Trojans, the pressure’s on for the next recruiting class to deliver. Wild times in Trojan land! #Education #College #USC00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowUSC’s $200M Deficit Means Layoffs AheadUSC just dropped a bombshell: they’re over $200 million in the red and layoffs are officially on the table. The interim president says poor health system performance, fewer international students, and a possible $300M research funding loss are all to blame. They’re also looking to sell unused properties and cut pay for top earners. There’s even a suggestion box for ideas on how to fix this mess. Major changes are coming for the Trojan Family! #Education #College #USC00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowFree College Classes for 60+? Yes, Really!Did you know if you’re 60 or older in Ohio, you can take college classes for FREE? It’s called Program 60, and it’s at tons of state colleges. People are jumping into everything from ceramics to creative writing—no tuition, just pay for books and maybe a lab fee. Some folks even have master’s degrees and just want to keep learning! If you (or your parents) want to try something new, this is the ultimate life hack. Check your local college’s website for details! #Education #College #LifelongLearning00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowJCSU’s Big Wake-Up Call: All Hands Needed!Johnson C. Smith University just got put on probation by its accrediting body—not for academics, but for money management issues. The school’s going full ‘all-hands-on-deck’ to fix things, and they’re framing it as a chance to level up. They’re still accredited, classes are still on, but now it’s crunch time to show they can get their finances in order. Feels like a make-or-break moment for one of NC’s oldest HBCUs! #Education #College #HBCU00Share