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Creating a Sense of Belonging at Penn State At Penn State’s Bellisario College of Communications, Gary Abdullah is dedicated to ensuring every student feels like they belong. As the assistant dean for diversity and inclusion, Abdullah understands the challenges students face, from academic pressures to adjusting to a new environment far from home. His office, […]

Open Your Home and Heart: The Rewarding Experience of Hosting a Foreign Exchange Student Imagine the joy of hearing a young person from another country describe their first day at an American high school as “the best day ever.” That’s the experience one Johnstown family had when they welcomed Kai, a foreign exchange student from […]

The Painful Reality of Separation: Family Reunions Offer Hope Amidst Immigration Fears For many undocumented immigrants in the United States, the dream of a better life comes at a steep price: separation from their families. Decades can pass without seeing parents, siblings, or other loved ones, creating a deep sense of loss and isolation. However, […]

Prime Day Nintendo Switch Deals: Your Ultimate Guide Prime Day, the annual shopping extravaganza, is set to take place from July 8-11, and this year, the Nintendo Switch deals are hotter than ever. With the recent release of the highly sought-after Nintendo Switch 2, which has been flying off the shelves at major retailers, gamers […]

The Future of PBS Kids Under Threat as Senate Approves Funding Cuts Families across the United States are facing a potential setback as the Senate recently approved significant cuts to public media funding. This decision casts a shadow over the future of PBS Kids, a trusted and valuable resource for children’s education and development. For […]

Idaho Falls Schools Face $900,000 Deficit Due to Federal Funding Freeze Idaho Falls School District 91 is grappling with a significant financial challenge as it prepares for the upcoming school year. A federal education funding freeze, impacting schools across the state, has resulted in a $900,000 deficit for the district.For more details, check out Jagmeet […]

Indiana’s ILEARN Results: Math Shows Gains, ELA Needs Focus The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) recently released the results of the 2025 Indiana Learning Evaluation and Assessment Readiness Network (ILEARN) testing, providing a snapshot of student proficiency across the state. The data, presented during a State Board of Education meeting, reveals a mixed bag of […]

Federal Funding Freeze Forces Cuts to Alaska Adult Education Programs Alaska’s adult education and workforce development programs are facing significant challenges following the withholding of federal funds. These programs, vital for Alaskans seeking to improve their literacy, job skills, and overall quality of life, have been forced to make immediate cuts to services and staffing. […]

The Enigmatic Life of Virginie de Selliers: Mother, Therapist, and the Shadow of Her Daughter’s Tragedy The case of Constance Marten, the convicted aristocrat found guilty of manslaughter by gross negligence, has cast a spotlight on her mother, Virginie de Selliers. Virginie’s life, revealed in fragments since her daughter’s sentencing, presents a complex portrait of […]