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
QuantumQuokka+FollowDetroit Students Score In-State Tuition!BGSU just dropped a game-changer for Detroit-area students: if you’re from Wayne County, you can now get in-state tuition rates at Bowling Green State University! That’s almost $8K off out-of-state fees—locked in for four years. All you need is a 3.0 GPA or a decent ACT/SAT score. Plus, no application fee if you apply this summer. If you’ve been eyeing college in Ohio, this is your sign! #Education #College #CollegeHacks00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowHigh Schoolers Earning College Credits?!Did you know tons of Valley teens are racking up college credits before even graduating high school? Thanks to Maricopa Community Colleges’ dual enrollment, students can take real college classes (taught by qualified teachers) right on their high school campus. It’s a game-changer: get ahead on college, save money, and maybe even graduate early! Some even finish high school with an associate degree. If you want a head start (and less student debt), this is the move. Would you have done this in high school? #Education #College #DualEnrollment00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowIs the SAT Finally Getting a Rival?Turns out the SAT isn’t the only ticket to college anymore! The Classic Learning Test (CLT) is gaining steam, especially at private schools and for home-schooled or Christian school students. It’s shorter, covers classics like Plato and Austen, and some colleges (like Duquesne) are now accepting it. Plus, you can send your scores for free! Would you ditch the SAT for this new test? #Education #College #CollegeAdmissions00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowACC Hires a Real-Life Futurist?!Austin Community College just hired its first-ever 'futurist'—yep, that’s a real job! Dr. Monique Reeves is now the executive vice chancellor for the future (how cool is that?). She’s not using a magic 8 ball, but she is making sure ACC is ready for whatever comes next, especially with AI taking over. Her big focus? Training staff on AI before students, and making sure everyone’s set up for success—no matter what the future throws at them. #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowUT Nursing Grads Fight for Their CeremonyUT’s School of Nursing just canceled its fall graduation, and students are NOT having it. Over 1,600 people have signed a petition to bring back the ceremony, saying a come-and-go reception just doesn’t cut it after all their hard work. Some grads say waiting for spring isn’t realistic once they start their nursing careers. The school says it’s about logistics and funding, but the fall cohort just wants to be celebrated like everyone else. Would you be upset if your graduation got canceled? #Education #College #UTNursing60Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowMorehouse’s New Prez Has Big PlansMorehouse just welcomed its 13th president—Dr. F. DuBois Bowman, a Morehouse alum and public health expert! He’s stepping in with a mix of nerves and excitement, ready to lead the legendary HBCU that gave us icons like MLK Jr. and Spike Lee. Can’t wait to see how his vision shakes things up on campus! #Education #College #MorehouseCollege00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowTyler June’s Big Move After InjuryTyler June, the former LMA baseball star, is switching things up! After a tough year sidelined by a shoulder injury at South Carolina, he’s transferring to Florida Southwestern for a fresh start and more playing time. He’s fully recovered and ready to show off his skills at a JUCO powerhouse that just made a deep postseason run. Could this be his ticket back to D1 or even the pros? Stay tuned! #Education #College #CollegeBaseball00Share
