Americans looking to earn degrees at their own speed can now do so via their mobile phones after Cornerstone University tailored degree offerings in its business program to cater to students who prefer a self-paced program that can be completed on a smartphone. “We developed the nation’s first mobile platform to deliver an accredited undergraduate degree and … Read more
One popular fast-food chain is known for more than its burgers, as it also operates its own university. In-N-Out Burger runs a training program known as In-N-Out University, located near its original restaurant site in Baldwin Park, California. The facility serves as a training center for employees working toward management roles, the company’s website notes. Unlike a traditional … Read more
A small New Jersey college has launched the world’s first Ph.D. in Happiness Studies — a fully virtual, four-year program designed to train experts in the science of wellbeing. “The need has never been greater,” said Tal Ben-Shahar, director of Happiness Studies at Centenary University in Hackettstown. “Around the world, we’re seeing a surge in … Read more
Boston University has issued a statement after Alex Cooper alleged that her former soccer coach at the college had sexually harassed her. The “Call Her Daddy” podcast host, 30, made the startling allegations in a Hulu documentary that aired last week, saying she endured three years of escalating sexual harassment at the hands of former … Read more
Popular podcaster Alex Cooper made startling allegations in the upcoming Hulu documentary, “Call Her Alex,” that she was sexually harassed by her soccer coach at Boston University. The revelation in the new Hulu doc, set to premiere on the streaming platform on June 10, comes 10 years after Cooper said she went through the ordeal, … Read more
The world’s most famous — and articulate — amphibian had an inspiring message for University of Maryland’s graduating class of 2025. “Stay connected to your dreams — no matter how big, no matter how impossible they seem,” Kermit the Frog said during the school commencement ceremony Thursday. Kermit the Frog speaks during University of Maryland’s … Read more
It was a Festivus for the rest of them. On Sunday, Jerry Seinfeld, 71, and his wife Jessica, 53, posed for a rare photo with all three of their kids at 22-year-old son Julian’s graduation from Duke University. Julian earned his Bachelor’s degree in sociology and reportedly plans to work in sports management. The “Seinfeld” … Read more
Cornell University on Wednesday canned Jew-bashing entertainer Kehlani’s upcoming on-campus performance after facing overwhelming backlash over the decision to host the anti-Israel musician. President Michael Kotlikoff said he’d rescinded the Grammy Award-nominated R&B artist’s invitation to perform next month at the university’s “Slope Day” end-of-year celebration — just days after the school initially defended the … Read more
A Chinese student chose to become an international commuter when attending his last three months at a Melbourne university this year instead of living in Australia. Xu Guangli’s story gained traction in China last month after his videos on the Chinese social media platform Douyin went viral. The 28-year-old was travelling from his home in … Read more
Suri Cruise is embarking on her next chapter. Over the weekend, Katie Holmes and her daughter touched down in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to move the 18-year-old into Carnegie Mellon University. The “Dawson’s Creek” alum was photographed helping Suri carry boxes into the college freshman’s dorm room. Suri Cruise made her way to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania to enter college as freshman at Carnegie Mellon University. BACKGRID … Read more
Donald Trump’s eldest granddaughter, Kai, announced her commitment to play golf at the University of Miami on Sunday. Kai, the daughter of Don Jr. and Vanessa, said she was “beyond excited” to announce her decision. “I would like to thank my mom, Vanessa, and my dad, Don, for always supporting me through my journey. I would also like … Read more
A 105-year-old woman who started at Stanford University in 1936 recently returned to campus after an 83-year absence to receive her graduate degree — and she’s been inspiring people ever since. Virginia Hislop graduated from the Palo Alto, California, university a few weeks ago with a master’s degree in education, Stanford’s news website said. Daniel Schwartz, … Read more
Cs get degrees — and so do cats. Max, a 6-year-old tabby cat, has officially received his honorary degree from Vermont State University, and he is now a Doctor of Litter-ature. He got his doctorate as part of Vermont State University’s 2024 class — the first combined graduating class since the summer 2023 merger of … Read more
More like cat and gown. A four-legged fixture on the campus of a New England knowledge factory has been awarded an honorary degree — for adorable service to the academic community. Max, a friendly tabby living adjacent to Vermont State University’s main entrance in Castleton was named a “doctor of litter-ature” — after spending a … Read more
It’s celebrations all around for this party of five. Quintuplets from New Jersey have made history by graduating from Montclair State University on the same day. Victoria, Vico, Ashley, Michael and Marcus Povolo, 21, each took to the stage to receive their diploma at the college’s commencement ceremony on Monday, watched on by their proud … Read more
How em-bar-uhs-ing. A Thomas Jefferson University presenter utterly butchered students’ names during the Jefferson College of Nursing commencement ceremony on May 9. “My apologies for the phonetic spelling or pronunciation of the names that was on the cards,” the speaker said during the graduation. “I would have been better just reading from the book. My apologies, graduates.” … Read more
He has a PhD in trolling his fans. Liberty University confirmed Friday that Lil Nas X, born Montero Hill, would not be attending the college after posting what appeared to be an acceptance letter on his Instagram last week. “We can confirm that Liberty University did not issue the Montero Hill acceptance letter posted yesterday … Read more
LONDON — Oxford University Press has named “rizz″ as its word of the year, highlighting the popularity of a term used by Generation Z to describe someone’s ability to attract or seduce another person. It topped “Swiftie” (an enthusiastic fan of Taylor Swift), “situationship” (an informal romantic or sexual relationship) and “prompt” (an instruction given to an … Read more
The Evanston Health and Human Services Department is investigating a norovirus outbreak linked to a $1-burrito event for Northwestern University students. The “$1 Burrito event” for Northwestern University students took place last Saturday between 1 and 8 p.m. with Big Wig Tacos. The city’s health department began receiving complaints on Monday from students who reported experiencing stomach cramps, vomiting, and … Read more
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The University of Michigan has slithered into the top spot as home to the largest snake collection in the world. Oregon State University recently gifted the UM Museum of Zoology 45,000 specimens of reptiles and amphibians. Over 30,000 of those were snakes, which almost doubled the school’s research collection and put … Read more