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  • Notre Dame lands 4-star prospect in viral recruiting announcement

    While Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame aren’t celebrating in 2025 after being snubbed from the College Football Playoff, there is excitement to be had looking into the Fight Irish’s future.

    After a lengthy recruitment process that saw schools like Auburn and Arkansas court him, the top defensive back in Ohio, Ace Alston, chose Notre Dame for where he will play college football come the new year.

    During his announcement, Alston went viral on social media when he snubbed hats from Lane Kiffin’s LSU, Ryan Day’s Ohio State, and Lincoln Riley’s USC to pour himself a bowl of Lucky Charms before putting on the Fighting Irish hat to a chorus of cheers from the crowd.

    Alston, a 5-foot-11 cornerback out of Cincinnati, Ohio, decided not stay home and play for one of the colleges in the state where he has become a blue-chip prospect.

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    A multi-sport athlete, Alston brings a quickness and intensity that override his slender frame and should allow him to be a future standout on a strong Notre Dame roster.

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  • More California students than ever are heading out of state for college. Here’s why

    Javier Perez, a senior at Benjamin Franklin Senior High School in Highland Park, dreams of studying computer science at Dartmouth College.

    “For me, it’s really important to be surrounded by the right people,” said Perez, who earlier this year spent two days on the New Hampshire campus during a spring college tour and said he felt a “genuine connection” with the people he met. Plus, he likes cold weather.

    He’s hardly alone. A Public Policy Institute of California report released this month found that the share of college-bound California high school graduates enrolling in out-of-state colleges has nearly doubled in the last two decades, rising from 8.5% in 2002 to 14.6% in 2022.

    West Coast and Southwest colleges in particular seek out students in population-rich California in their recruitment efforts. Making the move more enticing is that many public universities participate in a program offering Californians discounted tuition at public colleges in the West.

    In 2022, nearly 40,000 California high school grads enrolled in out-of-state colleges, roughly a third of whom flocked to Arizona, Oregon or New York, the researchers found in their analysis of enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics. In 2002, the number was closer to 15,000.

    In Arizona, the most popular universities included Arizona State University, Grand Canyon University — known for its online programs — and the University of Arizona. Oregon State University drew the highest number of Californians in that state.

    California grads who moved to New York for college were drawn to smaller, competitive private liberal arts colleges, usually with heftier tuitions than California’s public universities. Because of limitations in national enrollment data, the study couldn’t account for scholarships, making it hard to determine whether the California students were choosing out-of-state options because of financial aid incentives.

    The researchers found that most students leaving California attend colleges less selective on average than the competitive University of California system. About half attend colleges more selective than the California State University system, which will soon automatically admit students who meet requirements at 16 of its campuses.

    Lynda McGee, a recently retired Los Angeles Unified School District college counselor who spent more than two decades at Downtown Magnets High School, said she sees the trend as a positive development. She said she often urged students to look beyond California, as she felt out-of-state campuses would expose them to a more diverse range of people and experiences.

    Arizona State, the University of Arizona and Oregon State have strong name recognition, actively recruit in California and feel less intimidating to students because they’re relatively close to home, she said. Oregon State’s athletics programs are a particular draw.

    Under the right conditions, and after taking into account financial aid or merit-based scholarships, private colleges can sometimes end up costing less than a California public university, said Erica Rosales, executive director of College Match, a mentoring program for low-income students in Los Angeles.

    “For a low-income, first-generation student, a private institution that meets full need without loans is often the most affordable and most supportive option available,” Rosales said in an email.

    Rosales, who has spent nearly two decades helping students navigate the college admissions process, noted that Cal Grant income ceilings leave out some middle-class families unable to afford to send their children to a UC or CSU campus. Financial aid at CSU campuses typically covers tuition, not room and board, according to Rosales.

    The promise of full financial-need coverage is why Perez, who grew up in Guatemala and immigrated to the U.S. three years ago, is aiming to attend a private liberal arts college. He learned about his options through College Match. The program funded a two-week East Coast college tour this year and provided him with a laptop for his applications.

    Javier Perez, 18, takes public transit to a library. His three-hour round-trip commute to and from school involves a bike ride, two trains and a bus.

    (Kayla Bartkowski / Los Angeles Times)

    Perez said leaving California would enable him to experience life in a small college town surrounded by nature. He’d like to spend his days focusing on his studies instead of commuting to school. His current commute from his Koreatown home to his Highland Park campus takes three hours round-trip, and involves a bike ride, two trains and a bus.

    Perez, an ambitious programmer who leads his school’s competitive robotics team, intends to apply to 22 colleges, including Stanford University, Caltech and a handful of UCs and CSUs.

    But his hopes are set on moving to the East Coast, as reflected by many of the schools on his list: Middlebury College, Boston College, Bowdoin College, Columbia University, Brown University and his dream school, Dartmouth College.

    “I just want to explore as much as I can in my college life,” Perez said.

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  • Syracuse student calls Thanksgiving ‘celebration of genocide’ in campus newspaper column

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    A Syracuse University student wrote in The Daily Orange, the university’s campus newspaper, that Thanksgiving is a “celebration of genocide.”

    “Thanksgiving is, in essence, a celebration of genocide. The mass rationalization of this fact sustains the contemporary structures that inform American culture itself. Without genocide, the foundation of our traditional American identity falls apart,” Mateo Lopez-Castro wrote in a column last week.

    Citing the John Sullivan campaign, he said the country at the outset of the American Revolution opted for “mass erasure” instead of peace and diplomacy toward Indigenous peoples in the country, “creating adequate conditions for the expansion of settler colonialism” and its development as an “independent entity,” Lopez-Castro wrote.

    A Syracuse University student wrote in The Daily Orange, the university’s campus newspaper, that Thanksgiving is a “celebration of genocide.” (iStock)

    ‘SQUAD’ MEMBER MOURNS ‘EMPTY’ THANKSGIVING SEATS DUE TO ‘LOVED ONES ABDUCTED & DEPORTED,’ ‘MASS INCARCERATION’

    Lopez-Castro noted slavery and “white supremacy” as being celebrated throughout literature and film, including the film “Gone With the Wind,” although the U.S. “used the enslavement of African people as the primary tool in their respective genocide.”

    U.S. society rationalizes genocide, Lopez-Castro claims, and the collective denial of genocide’s effects allows it to survive.

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    Lopez-Castro, a senior sociology, television, radio and film major, urged that Americans educate themselves in order to challenge their pre-established understandings of American society and “transform our culture.”   (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)

    “Our entire society was built on genocide and continues to be,” Lopez-Castro wrote.

    SHIFTING THANKSGIVING TRADITIONS REFLECT BROADER POLITICAL, ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL DIVIDES

    “We have internalized, accepted and standardized it throughout our efforts of cancerous growth. Recent American media, like the 2018 show ‘Yellowstone’ and the 2018 film ‘The Ballad of Buster Scruggs,’ have hesitated from or ignored the accuracy necessary to properly contextualize the role of Indigenous people in their stories,” the student added.

    Lopez-Castro, a senior studying sociology, television, radio and film, pivoted to the Trump administration’s handling of the dissemination of information about the conflict in Gaza.

    “Donald Trump’s administration has taken great efforts to silence the truths about the genocide against the Palestinians. It seeks to weaponize our struggles so that we may turn on one another, mold false narratives in the media and whitewash our true history and current reality. It pedestals genocidal campaigns and looks to hand out awards for its accomplices,” Lopez-Castro wrote.

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    A Syracuse student criticized the Trump administration’s handling of the dissemination of information about the conflict in Gaza. (AP/Evan Vucci)

    UNIVERSITIES, SCHOOL DISTRICTS NATIONWIDE CALL FOR ‘DECOLONIZING’ THANKSGIVING: ‘DAY OF MOURNING’

    Lopez-Castro urged that Americans educate themselves in order to challenge their pre-established understandings of American society and “transform our culture.”

    Universities and colleges across the country marked Thanksgiving with alternative events protesting the national holiday, according to reports from college news websites. Diversity offices at several colleges held events this month on “decolonizing” Thanksgiving and acknowledging the “National Day of Mourning,” which falls on Thanksgiving Day.

    Lopez-Castro did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital‘s request for comment.

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    Fox News’ Kristine Parks contributed to this report.

    Joshua Q. Nelson is a reporter for Fox News Digital.

    Joshua focuses on politics, education policy ranging from the local to the federal level, and the parental uprising in education.

    Joining Fox News Digital in 2019, he previously graduated from Syracuse University with a degree in Political Science and is an alum of the National Journalism Center and the Heritage Foundation’s Young Leaders Program. 

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  • PREVIEW – Playoffs: A Wealth of Riches in the Backfield — And Headed to the Playoffs as Villanova Takes on Harvard – Philadelphia Sports Nation

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    Generally speaking, it’s been a great year for collegiate football in the Philly area. Not only have Penn and Villanova had winning seasons , but Temple has a chance to become bowl-eligible with its next game against North Texas.

    And once again — across America’s nearly 136 collegiate programs — talent from the Philly region can be felt from coast to coast.

    At the head of that list are the Villanova Wildcats (9–2), who learned on Sunday afternoon that they would be the #12 seed in the Football Championship Subdivision and would face Harvard in the first round.

    For Villanova ,  it’s another chance to highlight a great rushing attack.

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    Villanova’s football program has had plenty of great talent over the years. Perhaps it’s finest — running back Brian Westbrook — whose career as an all-purpose player led him to a 1,000-yard rushing and receiving year in the same season (the first player in college to do so), the Walter Payton Award, and FCS Player of the Year. His contributions would land him in the Villanova Hall of Fame before playing six seasons with the Eagles.

    Former Villanova running back Kevin Monangai earned All-CAA Honors while a Wildcat and went on to play in the NFL for the Eagles and the Vikings. In the 1960s — running back Billy Joe was the only Villanova athlete ever inducted into the Varsity Club Hall of Fame for two sports — and would go on to play professionally for the Miami Dolphins, Denver Broncos, Buffalo Bills, and was a World Champion with the New York Jets.

    Now the Villanova Wildcats have a sophomore running back named David Avit. And they almost lost him.

    After a freshman season with 923 yards rushing and nine touchdowns,  Avit has followed up so far this year by breaking out against Monmouth with 135 yards. He followed up that performance with 102 yards against the University of New Hampshire and 63 yards against Elon.

    But that isn’t all of the talent. In the season finale against Scared Heart on Saturday, that included a mesmerizing performance on the ground from Ja’briel Mace, including 165 yards and two scores on nine carries, including an 80-yard scamper and a receiving touchdown in the 34–10 win.

    A week before, in an overtime win against Stony Brook with David Avit out due to a knee injury ,  Isaiah Ragland ran the ball for nearly 100 yards.

    For Villanova , late-season playoff football is bolstered by an elite running game.

    It gives potential for a deep run as well.

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  • 100 Learning Spaces Transformed, $5 Million Invested: School Specialty and College Football Playoff Foundation Celebrate Impact Across Schools Nationwide

    New media center at North Dade Middle School marks milestone in initiative revitalizing learning environments to benefit the entire learning community

    GREENVILLE, WI– November 21, 2025 – School Specialty and the College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation today announced the completion of a media center makeover at North Dade Middle School, marking the 100th learning space transformed in collaboration with the Extra Yard Makeover initiative. As a part of their nationwide effort to enhance learning environments for students and educators alike, the two organizations have now invested over $5 million into reinvigorating classrooms across the country.

    Miami will host the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship in January, and as part of its legacy work in the community, the CFP Foundation has committed to delivering more than 30 Extra Yard Makeovers alongside School Specialty to revitalize innovation spaces across schools in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With this latest round of makeovers, the CFP Foundation will have helped enrich learning environments in every Miami-Dade middle school.

    “Changing our middle school libraries into modern learning spaces has had a tremendous impact on engagement and learning outcomes,” said Dr. Jose L. Dotres, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. “In addition to renovation, the transformation is an investment in our teachers, our students and our future. These new innovative spaces support hands-on learning for students of today and tomorrow, so they can develop greater curiosity for learning and lifelong skills.”

    These makeovers transform static spaces into flourishing learning environments, providing upgrades like flexible furniture, technology, supplies and even fresh paint or murals. Each school receives the School Specialty proprietary Projects by DesignⓇ experience, which includes comprehensive consultations to determine the type of space that best supports students, educators and the broader school community. Past rooms made over include STEM labs, broadcast classrooms, libraries, media centers, makerspace rooms, teachers lounges, wellness spaces, sensory rooms, multi-purpose rooms, an esports room and a mariachi room.

    “The transformation of our media center is truly invaluable to our students and staff,” said Nicole Fama, Executive Director at Phalen Leadership Academies, which received a makeover in 2024. “We are profoundly grateful to the College Football Playoff Foundation and School Specialty for this investment. Before the media center, we lacked a space that truly fostered community. Now, everything happens here—from senior breakfasts and college athlete signing days to family game nights and teacher appreciation events. It has become the heart of our community, a space we didn’t realize we needed until it was here.”

    These makeovers serve to benefit both students and teachers, allowing schools to improve their offerings, inspire innovation and modern learning, and directly counter some of the top issues in education today.

    “Addressing teacher burnout and maximizing student engagement starts with the physical environment,” said Jeremy Westbrooks, Director of Strategic Account Development at School Specialty. “The physical classroom is an educator’s primary tool, and by modernizing these spaces, the CFP Foundation and School Specialty are delivering a critical resource that empowers teachers to stay focused on their students’ growth and long-term success.”

    “We’re proud to work alongside School Specialty to bring these meaningful makeover projects to life,” said Britton Banowsky, Executive Director College Football Playoff Foundation. “Their expertise in the design of the spaces and incredible generosity make it possible for us to turn vision into impact for teachers and students.”

    In addition to the CFP Foundation and School Specialty, these makeovers have been supported over the years by Bowl Games, Conference partners, Sponsors and host committees of each College Football Playoff National Championship. To date, makeovers have taken place in 18 states across 58 counties.

    To learn more about the College Playoff Foundation’s Extra Yard Makeover initiative, click here.

    To learn more about School Specialty, click here.

    About School Specialty, LLC 

    With a 60-year legacy, School Specialty is a leading provider of comprehensive learning environment solutions for the infant-K12 education marketplace in the U.S. and Canada. This includes essential classroom supplies, furniture and design services, educational technology, sensory spaces featuring Snoezelen, science curriculum, learning resources, professional development, and more. School Specialty believes every student can flourish in an environment where they are engaged and inspired to learn and grow. In support of this vision to transform more than classrooms, the company applies its unmatched team of education strategists and designs, manufactures, and distributes a broad assortment of name-brand and proprietary products. For more information, go to SchoolSpecialty.com.

    About the College Football Playoff Foundation

    The College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation is the 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving as the community engagement arm of the College Football Playoff and works in partnership with institutions of higher education, sports organizations, corporations and non-profits to support educators and improve student outcomes. The purpose of the CFP Foundation lies in supporting PK-12 education by elevating the teaching profession. The CFP Foundation inspires and empowers educators by focusing its work in four areas: recognition, resources, recruitment and retention, and professional development. To learn more, visit cfp-foundation.org and follow Extra Yard for Teachers (@CFPExtraYard) on social media.

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  • FAA scrambles to hire 8,900 air traffic controllers by 2028 as shortage reaches crisis levels

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    Eastman, GA – A nationwide air traffic controller shortage has put new attention on a growing training option the FAA now approves for certain colleges. 

    The recent federal government shutdown highlighted how thin staffing has become, especially as delays and reroutes stacked up across the country. 

    The FAA says it wants to hire at least 8,900 new controllers by 2028. According to FAA workforce data analyzed by USAFacts, about 3,000 controller positions were vacant nationwide as of late 2024 — though not every facility is equally understaffed.

    That shortage is driving interest in a newer FAA-approved college pathway designed to streamline controller training at a small group of universities — including Middle Georgia State. 

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    Training ramps up in difficulty as students learn to manage more aircraft at once on radar. (Fox News)

    The Enhanced AT-CTI program allows students to train to the same standard as the FAA Academy, and if hired and meeting FAA requirements such as passing the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (ATSA), medical and security clearances, they can go directly to a facility instead of completing the full academy in Oklahoma City, which can involve long waitlists and multi-month courses.

    Graduates still undergo facility-specific training and must be certified on-the-job before becoming full controllers.

    Only about nine schools nationwide have been approved to offer the new Enhanced AT-CTI program as of 2025, according to Kemarie Jeffers, the department chair of aviation science and management at Middle Georgia State.

    Inside Middle Georgia State’s tower simulator, air traffic control student Brooke Graffagnino says the job’s intensity is what drew her in. “It kind of gets your chest beating, because with how much traffic there is, sometimes it is intense,” she said.

    HOUSE DEMOCRAT SIDES WITH TRUMP OFFICIALS ON AIR TRAFFIC CUTS AMID SHUTDOWN CHAOS

    Student speaks into a radio inside the airport’s control tower with a clear view of the runway.

    Students also train inside the on-campus control tower, gaining experience with real airport operations. (Fox News)

    She says students quickly find out whether they’re suited for the job. “You can kind of tell who does not [love it]. There have been quite a few, and they are no longer here. It takes a lot to get through it,” she said.

    Graffagnino says the importance of the work became clearer as she learned how controllers keep busy airspace organized. “Once you get in the airspace that is super crowded or approaching the larger airports like Atlanta, you need someone to help coordinate and keep everything separate and safe,” she said.

    Middle Georgia State was approved as an Enhanced AT-CTI school in mid-2024. Jeffers says the impact was immediate. 

    “Before our program had maybe about 17 to 20 students. Right now we have 54. So we have already, in that short amount of time, almost tripled in size the amount of students that we have,” he said.

    An instructor guides a student through a radar simulation showing aircraft movements.

    An instructor helps a student navigate radar-based air traffic training during an advanced simulation. (Fox News)

    To earn the enhanced designation, Jeffers said the school had to update its curriculum, overhaul parts of its simulator setup, and install new audio and video systems. 

    “We’ve upgraded a lot of our equipment… we had to install audio and video equipment upstairs in our tower sim,” he said. 

    Those upgrades allow the FAA to remotely review or spot-check training sessions and ensure they meet federal standards.

    FAA TO LIFT EMERGENCY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS MONDAY MORNING AS AIR TRAFFIC STAFFING REBOUNDS

    The program’s biggest distinction is what happens after graduation. “Enhanced CTI eliminates your requirement of going to the academy. You will graduate here and you can go straight to work,” Jeffers said. “So it saves you time and effort — again, it gets you to work sooner and making money quicker.”

    The FAA requires enhanced programs to employ instructors with controller experience and maintain simulator equipment comparable to FAA standards.

    Graphic comparing the traditional and enhanced pathways for becoming an air traffic controller.

    A comparison of the traditional FAA route to becoming an air traffic controller and the newer Enhanced AT-CTI pathway. (Fox News)

    As students advance, the simulations become more complex, requiring trainees to manage more aircraft at once. 

    “As we get more comfortable and confident, we are able to allow more aircraft into the airspace at a time,” Graffagnino said.

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    Before finishing the program, every student must pass a final simulation that mirrors the FAA Academy’s evaluation process. 

    “Our instructors will then run a scenario and they will be graded… the exact same way in which they will be graded at the academy,” Jeffers said.

    According to the FAA’s FY 2025 Air Traffic Controller Workforce Plan, the agency anticipates about 2,000 hires in FY 2025, 2,200 in FY 2026, and incremental increases through 2028, though retirements are expected to offset much of that growth.

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  • Texas A&M committee finds professor’s firing over transgender-related lesson unjustified

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    A Texas A&M committee ruled that the university’s decision to fire a professor after a student was removed from class for objecting to a children’s literature lesson on gender identity was unjustified.

    A video recorded earlier this year by a female student showed her asking Melissa McCoul, a senior lecturer in the English department, if teaching gender ideology is legal, pointing to President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at removing the subject from higher education.

    The internal committee ruled that the university failed to follow proper procedures and did not prove there was good cause to terminate McCoul. The committee unanimously voted this week that “the summary dismissal of Dr. McCoul was not justified.”

    The university said in a statement that interim President Tommy Williams has received the committee’s nonbinding recommendation and will make a decision after reviewing it.

    TEXAS LAWMAKER SLAMS TEXAS A&M AFTER STUDENT ALLEGEDLY REMOVED FROM CLASS FOR CHALLENGING TRANSGENDER LESSON

    The internal committee ruled that the university failed to follow proper procedures and did not prove there was good cause to terminate the professor. (AP)

    McCoul’s lawyer, Amanda Reichek, said the dispute is likely to end up in court because the university appears to want to continue fighting, and the interim president is facing similar political pressure.

    “Dr. McCoul asserts that the flimsy reasons proffered by A&M for her termination are a pretext for the University’s true motivation: capitulation to Governor Abbott’s demands,” Reichek said in a statement.

    Gov. Greg Abbott and other Republicans had called for her firing after watching the video.

    “Fire the professor who acted contrary to Texas law,” the governor wrote on X in September.

    The video led to public criticism of university president Mark Welsh, who later resigned, although he did not offer a reason and never mentioned the video in his resignation announcement.

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    Gov. Greg Abbott and other Republicans had called for the professor’s firing after watching the video. (Mike Kemp/In Pictures via Getty Images)

    State Rep. Brian Harrison said in a statement to Fox News Digital at the time that the “liberal president of Texas A&M must be fired and all DEI and LGBTQ indoctrination defunded.”

    The opening of the video posted by Harrison on social media showed a slide titled “Gender Unicorn” that noted different gender identities and expressions. 

    Students in the class told The Texas Tribune that they were discussing a book called “Jude Saves the World,” which is about a middle school student who comes out as nonbinary. Several other books included in the course also touched on LGBTQ+ issues.

    After a back-and-forth dispute about the legality of teaching the lessons on gender identity, McCoul asked the student to leave the class. Harrison also posted other recordings of the student’s meeting with Welsh that showed the then-university president defending McCoul’s instruction.

    TEXAS A&M REGENTS DEMAND AUDIT OF ALL COURSES AFTER TRANSGENDER LESSON CONTROVERSY

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    President Donald Trump signed executive orders seeking to root out instruction on gender identity in higher education. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

    Welsh said when McCoul was fired that he learned she had continued teaching content in a children’s literature course “that did not align with any reasonable expectation of standard curriculum for the course.” He also said the course content did not match its catalog descriptions.

    “If we allow different course content to be taught from what is advertised, we let our students down. When it comes to our academic offerings, we must keep our word to our students and to the state of Texas,” he said in September, noting that leaders in the College of Arts and Sciences were found to have approved plans to continue teaching course content that was not consistent with the course’s published description.

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    Earlier this month, the Texas A&M Regents issued a new policy stating that no academic course “will advocate race or gender ideology, or topics related to sexual orientation or gender identity” unless approved in advance by a campus president.

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  • Powering college readiness through community partnerships

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    Texas faces a widening gap between high school completion and college readiness. Educators are already doing important and demanding work, but closing this gap will require systemic solutions, thoughtful policy, and sustained support to match their efforts.

    A recent American Institutes for Research report shows that just 56.8 percent of Texas’ graduating seniors met a college-readiness standard. Furthermore, 27 percent of rural students attend high schools that don’t offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses. This highlights a significant gap in preparedness and accessibility.

    This summer, distinguished K-12 educators and nonprofit leaders discussed how to better support college-bound students.

    The gap widens

    Among them was Saki Milton, mathematics teacher and founder of The GEMS Camp, a nonprofit serving minority girls in male-dominated studies. She stressed the importance of accessible, rigorous coursework. “If you went somewhere where there’s not a lot of AP offerings or college readiness courses … you’re just not going to be ready. That’s a fact.”

    Additional roundtable participants reminded us that academics alone aren’t enough. Students struggle considerably with crucial soft skills such as communication, time management, and active listening. Many aspiring college-bound students experience feelings of isolation–a disconnect between their lived experiences and a college-ready mentality, often due to the lack of emotional support.

    Says Milton, “How do we teach students to build community for themselves and navigate these institutions, because that’s a huge part? Content and rigor are one thing, but a college’s overall system is another. Emphasizing how to build that local community is huge!”

    “Kids going to college are quitting because they don’t have the emotional support once they get there,” says Karen Medina, director of Out of School Time Programs at Jubilee Park. “They’re not being connected to resources or networking groups that can help them transition to college. They might be used to handling their own schedule and homework, but then they’re like, ‘Who do I go to?’ That’s a lot of the disconnection.”

    David Shallenberger, vice president of advancement at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas, indicates that the pandemic contributed to that soft skills deficit. “Many students struggled to participate meaningfully in virtual learning, leaving them isolated and without opportunities for authentic interaction. Those young learners are now in high school and will likely struggle to transition to higher education.”

    Purposeful intervention

    These challenges–academic and soft skills gaps–require purposeful intervention.

    Through targeted grants, more than 35,000 North Texas middle and high school students can access college readiness tools. Nonprofit leaders are integrating year-round academic and mentorship support to prepare students academically and emotionally.

    Latoyia Greyer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County introduced a summer program with accompanying scholarship opportunities. The organization is elevating students’ skills through interview practice. Like ours, her vision is to instill confidence in learners.

    Greyer isn’t alone. At the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Development Officer Elizabeth Card uses the grant to advance college readiness by strengthening its high school internship program. She aims to spark students’ curiosity, introduce rewarding career pathways, and foster a passion for STEM. She also plans to bolster core soft skills through student interactions with museum guests and hands-on biology experiments.

    These collaborative efforts have clarified the message: We can do extraordinary things by partnering. Impactful and sustainable progress in education cannot occur in a vacuum. Grant programs such as the AP Success Grant strengthen learning and build equity, and our partners are the driving force toward changing student outcomes.

    The readiness gap continues to impact Texas students, leaving them at a disadvantage as they transition to college. School districts alone cannot solve this challenge; progress requires active collaboration with nonprofits, businesses, and community stakeholders. The path forward is clear–partnerships have the power to drive meaningful change and positively impact our communities.

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  • Oklahoma State beats USF 103-95 in Stillwater

    STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Vyctorius Miller scored 24 points to lead Oklahoma State to a 103-95 win over USF on Wednesday night.

    Miller was 7-of-11 shooting and made all four of his 3-point attempts. It’s the fifth consecutive game with 13 or more points to start this season for the sophomore transfer from LSU.

    Kanye Clary scored in double figures for the first time this season, tallying 12 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds for Oklahoma State. Anthony Roy and Christian Coleman each had 15 points off the bench. Isaiah Coleman had four steals.

    The Bulls (3-2) led 44-31 with 4:12 left in the first half, following an 11-0 run. The Cowboys (5-0) countered with a 10-0 run to trail a 45-44 at halftime.

    CJ Brown led the Bulls with 24 points on 9-of-11 shooting to go with 10 assists. Joseph Pinion had 20 points, shooting 6 of 11, all from 3-point territory. Wes Enis had 20 on 7-of-19 shooting off the bench.

    Josh Omojafo, who entered the game averaging 19.8 points per game on 60.5% shooting, was held to nine points, going 1-of-7 shooting. His lone field goal came with three seconds remaining.

    It’s the Cowboys’ first time hitting 100 points this season, and it came against the No. 7 scoring offense in the country (101.3 points per game). The Bulls have scored at least 95 points in each of their five games.

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  • Lacy helps No. 6 Ole Miss rally past Florida for 34-24 win

    By  CHRIS BURROWS

    OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — Kewan Lacy rushed for 224 yards and three touchdowns, including the go-ahead score on the first play of the fourth quarter, and No. 6 Mississippi rallied past Florida 34-24 on Saturday night.

    The Rebels (10-1, 6-1 Southeastern Conference, No. 7 CFP) finally put the Gators away with 1:43 left on Lacy’s 31st and final carry, a 4-yard touchdown. Ole Miss took over on downs after Florida went for it on fourth-and-9 at its own 4, and Sage Ryan broke up D.J. Lagway’s desperation heave at midfield.

    As coach Lane Kiffin’s squad took a knee in the final minute, Ole Miss fans chanted “We want Lane!” in a bid to persuade their sought-after coach not to bolt for another school — possibly Florida. And Lacy celebrated with a postgame slam dunk on a portable basketball goal at midfield.

    The Rebels have won at least 10 games in four of the past five seasons, including three straight, and this victory solidified their chances to make the College Football Playoff.

    Florida (3-7, 2-5) has lost 20 consecutive games away from Gainesville against ranked opponents since beating Georgia in 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida. That streak will extend to 2026 since the Gators’ final two games are at home.

    The Gators certainly had their chances. They led 24-20 at halftime, and Ole Miss came up empty twice at the goal line in the second half, with Trinidad Chambliss throwing incomplete on fourth-and-goal from the 1 in the third quarter and on fourth-and-goal at the 3 in the fourth.

    Chambliss still had a productive night, going 26 of 35 for 301 yards with a touchdown and an interception. He was sacked five times, including twice by Jaden Robinson.

    Ole Miss finished with 538 yards of total offense, while the Rebels’ defense held the Gators scoreless with only 103 offensive yards in the second half.

    In the first half, Lagway ran for a 5-yard touchdown, Jadan Baugh scored on a 2-yard run following Jayden Woods’ interception, and Lagway connected with J. Michael Sturdivant for a 57-yard TD pass.

    Chambliss threw a 43-yard touchdown pass to De’Zhaun Stribing and Lacy ran for a 3-yard score, but Ole Miss failed to score touchdowns on two red-zone drives, with Lucas Carniero converting on field goals of 27 and 23 yards.

    Lagway was 16 of 31 for 218 yards but threw a fourth-quarter interception on a tipped ball to Wydett Willliams on Florida’s only series in Ole Miss territory.

    The takeaway

    Florida: The Gators’ tailspin continued as they were eliminated from contention for a bowl appearance. Florida was more engaged than during last week’s collapse at Kentucky, but interim coach Billy Gonzales’ squad couldn’t pull off the upset. The Gators’ pursuit of Kiffin gets more interesting each week.

    Ole Miss: The Rebels finished 8-0 at home and enhanced their hopes of hosting an opening-round game in the CFP. Kiffin will remain a high-profile candidate for vacancies in the Power Four and even in the NFL.

    Poll implications

    Avoiding an upset keeps Ole Miss in an elite group of five teams in the top 10 with one loss or fewer. The Rebels could move into the top five after No. 4 Alabama’s loss to Oklahoma.

    Up next

    Florida: Hosts No. 21 Tennessee on Saturday.

    Ole Miss: After an open date, visit Mississippi State in the Egg Bowl on Nov. 28.

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  • Local roundup: Wilmington swimmer Sara Reppucci signs with University of Minnesota

    A future Golden Gopher enjoyed a golden moment Wednesday.

    Wilmington High senior Sara Reppucci signed a National Letter of Intent to swim at the University of Minnesota.

    Surrounded by family and friends, Reppucci made her commitment official during an afternoon ceremony at Wilmington High.

    She received interest from dozens of colleges before narrowing her choices to Minnesota and the University of Wyoming.

    Reppucci developed her talents through Crimson Aquatics. She has swum in meets across the country, competing against the nation’s best in Florida, Wisconsin, New York and Virginia.

    She swam last month in Westmont, Ill., in the World Aquatics World Cup. Reppucci is also an excellent student and is receiving an athletic and academic scholarship from the University of Minnesota.

    Soccer stars

    The Revolution Academy’s Under-18s, Under-16s, Under-15s, Under-14s, and Under-13s all resumed MLS NEXT action last weekend.

    The U-15s defeated the Philadelphia Union, 2-1, on Saturday. Philadelphia came out on the front foot with a goal in the fifth minute, but New England quickly responded with the equalizer in the 22nd minute. Moments later, Shirley resident Arthur Bernardino netted the game winner.

    The U-13s were defeated by Beachside in a 4-3 loss on Saturday, but Westford’s Michael Miller continues to find the back of the net. He scored another goal and leads the team in scoring.

    College basketball

    UMass Lowell stormed out to a 36-31 halftime lead, but the second half was another story during a non-conference men’s game at Columbia in New York, N.Y.

    Columbia rebounded to top the River Hawks, 86-72, despite four double-digit performances from Austin Green (19 points), Shawn Simmons II (14 points), Xavier Spencer (12 points) and Dracut’s Darrel Yepdo (10 points).

    The River Hawks were coming off a 73-67 home to loss to New Haven. They will continue their road trip Sunday at ACC member Wake Forest. Tip off is at 2 p.m.

    College cross country

    Just two weeks ago, UMass Lowell competed in the 2025 America East Championship at Hopkinton State Fairgrounds in Hopkinton, N.H.

    The River Hawks found much success on the men’s side, claiming their sixth conference title in a row, before sophomore Georgia Brooks (Groton) led the women to a fifth-place finish with her fifth-place individual performance.

    Both teams will now return to Hopkinton State Fairgrounds for the NCAA Northeast Regional on Friday, looking to see how they stack up against some of the top competition in the region.

    The women will kick it off with their 6k race at 11 a.m., while the men will follow with the 10k at 12 p.m. The men rank eighth in the region.

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  • William & Mary sophomore helps launch Turning Point chapter after being ‘closeted conservative’ on campus

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    Students at the College of William & Mary, the second-oldest university in the United States, are launching a Turning Point USA chapter despite social media backlash and pushback from peers.

    Olivia Keller, a sophomore at William and Mary, told Fox News Digital in an interview Wednesday that the school administration has been supportive, but her peers haven’t been.

    Most of the resistance has been on social media app YikYak, because she thinks students are more comfortable attacking the club behind a screen rather than face-to-face.

    STUDENTS LAUNCH CONSERVATIVE GROUP AFTER TEACHER CALLED CHARLIE KIRK ‘GARBAGE’ AFTER HIS ASSASSINATION

    Grace Keller, second from right, with William and Mary TPUSA members.  (Photo courtesy: Kevin Lincoln)

    “There has been a lot of discussion on that platform among students,” Keller said. “So they’ve been pretty opposed to our efforts with this new club. They’ve made comments about the exec members on the club, they’ve made fun of it when Charlie Kirk was assassinated. They were saying, ‘Oh, we haven’t heard a racist comment in a while that’s awesome.’ So it’s just some really, really inappropriate stuff on there. But in person I haven’t really had any kind of interaction that was as bad as online, as I mean it’s face-to-face versus online, so like they’re definitely more scared to say something in person.”

    The 20-year-old student told Fox News Digital that she reached out to campus security after learning that other students planned to protest the group’s Oct. 20 informational meeting.

    “When that was brought to my attention, I had never dealt with a protest before. I wasn’t sure how big it was going to be, how many people would actually show up, or how disruptive they would be,” Keller said. “So I did feel the need to get security outside of our meeting. And the faculty and staff were really easy to communicate with to get those security guards outside.”

    Keller, who is a marketing major, said she has noticed a drastic decrease in her friends following her on social media platforms like Instagram after posting about Kirk’s assassination. 

    The 31-year-old co-founder of Turning Point USA was assassinated on Sept. 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University during his “American Comeback Tour.”

    MASSIVE CROWDS LINE UP IN THE RAIN AT OLE MISS FOR TURNING POINT USA EVENT WITH VP VANCE, ERIKA KIRK

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    An attendee holds up a sign reading “Never Surrender” ahead of the memorial service for political activist Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 21, 2025, in Glendale, Arizona.  (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

    Keller claimed that about 200 friends on Instagram unfollowed her after she posted a “rest in peace” tribute to Kirk after his assassination, and that more unfollowed her Monday when she shared a post for Veterans Day.

    Keller said she thinks conservative students tend to face a tougher environment on campus as opposed to their liberal peers.

    “Even the College Republicans, they face a lot of backlash, and they’re pretty loud about their beliefs,” Keller said. “When Trump was elected the previous year, they were wearing the MAGA hats and stuff, and so they were commented on a lot, like there were a lot of disagreements.”

    CONSERVATIVE STUDENT EXPOSES MIDWESTERN COLLEGE FOR PREVENTING TURNING POINT USA CHAPTER

    Charlie Kirk speaks to the audience just before he was shot

    Charlie Kirk speaks before he is assassinated during Turning Point’s visit to Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. (Tess Crowley/The Deseret News via AP)

    Keller said she had been a “closeted conservative” but decided to speak up despite the risks.

    “Me personally, I’ve been more of what I would say, a closeted conservative on campus until this year, just because I feel like if I were to speak up, I would just be, attacked or, like, basically condemned,” Keller said.

    Her advice to students finding themselves in a similar position who want to start a conservative club in a left-leaning institution is to be “bold.”

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    Keller’s advice to students finding themselves in a similar position, who want to start a conservative club in a left-leaning institution is to be “bold.” (Godofredo Vásquez/AP)

    “In today’s world, I think it’s really important to be bold about these beliefs,” Keller said. “And even if your peers disagree with you, in the long run, you’re gonna find your own community with people who have similar values and those are gonna be the more important relationships.”

    Fox News Digital reached out to the College of William & Mary for comment.

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  • Treatment center says FSU’s Pritchard has completed ‘intensive rehabilitation’

    JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida State freshman linebacker Ethan Pritchard is ready to move “onto the next stage of his recovery” after completing 34 days of intensive rehabilitation, Brooks Rehabilitation in Jacksonville posted on Facebook Thursday.

    Pritchard was shot in the back of the head on Aug. 31 in what investigators say was a case of mistaken identity.

    Four people were arrested in connection with the shooting. Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Mark Glass said at the time of the shooting that Pritchard was “not doing anything wrong” when he was ambushed outside an apartment complex. He added that Pritchard was dropping off an aunt and a child at the time of the shooting.

    Pritchard was moved from the hospital to Brooks Rehabilitation on Oct. 9, where he had been undergoing treatment before Thursday’s announcement. 

    While Brooks Rehabilitation said in its post Thursday that Pritchard was moving onto the next phase of his recovery, no information was immediately released on what that might entail.

    A video attached to the announcement shows Pritchard being applauded by flanking rows of staff members as he uses an electric wheelchair to exit the facility.


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  • ACT and Texas Instruments Collaborate to Enhance Student Success in Mathematics

    Iowa City, Iowa and Dallas, Texas (November 12, 2025) – ACT, a leader in college and career readiness assessment, and Texas Instruments Education Technology (TI), a division of the global semiconductor company, today announced a comprehensive partnership aimed at empowering students to achieve their best performance on the ACT mathematics test.

    This initiative brings together two education leaders to provide innovative resources and tools that maximize student potential. The partnership will start by providing:

    • A new dedicated online resource center featuring co-branded instructional videos demonstrating optimal use of TI calculators during the ACT mathematics test.
    • Additional study materials featuring TI calculators to help students build upon and apply their mathematical knowledge while maximizing their time on the ACT test.
    • Professional development programs for teachers focused on effective calculator-based testing strategies.

    “This partnership represents our commitment to providing students with the tools and resources they need to demonstrate their mathematical knowledge effectively,” said Andrew Taylor, Senior Vice President of Educational Solutions and International, ACT, “By working with Texas Instruments, we’re ensuring students have access to familiar, powerful technology tools during this important assessment.”

    “Texas Instruments is proud to partner with ACT to support student success,” said Laura Chambers, President at Texas Instruments Education Technology. “Our calculator technology, combined with targeted instructional resources, will help students showcase their true mathematical abilities during the ACT test.” 

    The new resources are available now to students and educators on the ACT website www.act.org under ACT Math Calculator Tips.

    About ACT

    ACT is transforming college and career readiness pathways so that everyone can discover and fulfill their potential. Grounded in more than 65 years of research, ACT’s learning resources, assessments, research, and work-ready credentials are trusted by students, job seekers, educators, schools, government agencies, and employers in the U.S. and around the world to help people achieve their education and career goals at every stage of life. Visit us at https://www.act.org/.  

    About Texas Instruments

    Texas Instruments Education Technology (TI) — the gold standard for excellence in math — provides exam-approved graphing calculators and interactive STEM technology. TI calculators and accessories drive student understanding and engagement without adding to online distractions. We are committed to empowering teachers, inspiring students and supporting real learning in classrooms everywhere. For more information, visit education.ti.com.

    Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, personal electronics, enterprise systems and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.

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  • USF makes its debut on college playoff bracket

    TAMPA, Fla. – The University of South Florida’s latest football milestone made its debut Tuesday night when the Bulls were included in the College Football Playoff bracket.

    USF, at 7-2, came in at No. 12 in the bracket, representing the American Athletic Conference and the highest regarded Group of 5 team.

    The final bracket will be released Dec. 7. Playoff games start Dec. 19 at campus locations.

    What You Need To Know

    • USF latest football milestone made its debut Tuesday night when the Bulls were included in the College Football Playoff bracket

    • USF, at 7-2, came in at No. 12 in the bracket, representing the AAC and the highest regarded Group of 5 team

    • With plenty of football remaining to be played, anything could happen and everything could change 
    • TAKE A LOOK AT THE BRACKET: College Football Playoff

    That gives the Bulls (7-2, 4-1) a few weeks to solidify their position, starting with Saturday’s game at Navy (7-2, 5-1). USF also has contests remaining with AAC bottom dwellers Alabama-Birmingham and Rice before a potential AAC championship game.

    There are five one-loss teams in the American, and the jockeying has already started for spots in the conference title game and possibly that automatic CFP bid that USF is holding right now highest-ranked Group of Five champion.

    But with plenty of football remaining to be played, anything could happen and everything could change.

    The No. 25 USF-Navy matchup is a battle of one-loss conference teams.  

    Meanwhile this weekend, two-loss Memphis goes to one-loss East Carolina. Tulane is coming off its big win at Memphis and will need to be on point when Florida Atlantic visits. North Texas, the fifth one-loss team, goes on the road to play a UAB team that upset Memphis four weeks ago.

    After USF (39%), the best odds among G5 teams to reach the playoffs is James Madison (35.8%). But USF has better key wins this year with victories against Boise State and at Florida and at North Texas.

    As the playoff brackets are currently listed, No. 12 USF would play at No. 5 Georgia in the opening round.

    Other currently bracketed matchups include: No. 11 Miami at No. 6 Texas Tech; No. 10 Texas at No. 7 Ole Miss and No. 9 Notre Dame at No. 8 Oregon.

    The four top squads currently with byes are No. 1 Ohio State, No. 2 Indiana, No. 3 Texas A&M and No. 4 Alabama. 

    Information in the Associated Press was used in this report.

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  • RECAP: Philly College Hoops In-Season Once Again, as St Joe’s Takes Down Drexel, 76-65 – Philadelphia Sports Nation

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    This weekend,  the Steve Donahue Era began at St. Joseph’s with another thrilling chapter in Philadelphia Collegiate Basketball History — a 76–65 defeat of Drexel on the Hawks’ Campus.

    But neither the new basketball chapter nor only the second game of a new season was the most exciting part of Saturday at Hagan Arena for Hawks fans.

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    With just under six minutes left in the contest,  St. Joe’s (2–0) went on a 16–5 run to hand Drexel its first loss of the season. Spearheading that run  was former LaSalle transfer Deuce Jones II.

    Jones came off the St. Joseph’s bench to score twenty-nine points, including twelve converted free throws and a perfect 3 of 3 from beyond the arc.

    Drexel (1–1) was led by a double-double from Guard Villiam Garcia Adsten.

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  • Florida turnovers spark Kentucky victory

    By  STEVE McCLAIN

    LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky took advantage of four Florida turnovers and Cutter Boley threw for 168 yards and two touchdowns as the Wildcats handled the Gators 38-7.

    Seth McGowan ran for two touchdowns, and Dante Dowdell scored on a 65-yard run in the first home SEC win for Kentucky (4-5, 2-5) since a 33-14 win over Florida on Sept. 30, 2023.

    Gator quarterback DJ Lagway was picked off three times in the first half before being replaced by freshman Tramell Jones Jr. after halftime. Kentucky scored 10 points off the Florida (3-6, 2-4) miscues.

    Boley completed passes to 10 different receivers, including scoring passes of 29 yards to J.J. Hester and 15 yards to Jason Patterson.

    “This whole week, we came with juice, and everybody was excited, and everybody was ready to play,” Boley said. “We had a heartbeat tonight, and it was just really good to see these guys play hard.

    Kentucky led 24-7 at the half and put the game away to start the third quarter with a 13-play drive that took 7:26 off the clock. McGowan ended the drive with his second score of the night, a 5-yard run.

    “That was an enormous drive to start the second half. We mixed it up and had balance,” Kentucky coach Mark Stoops said. “Having a long drive and getting seven points out of it is pretty important.”

    The Takeaway

    Florida: The Gator defense came into the game 32nd in the nation in points allowed per game at 20.5. But the turnovers put them in a tough position, and they gave up 401 total yards. It was Florida’s second straight loss after Coach Billy Napier was fired on Oct. 19.

    Kentucky: After consecutive wins, there is a path, albeit a tough one, to the postseason. Kentucky hosts Tennessee Tech, No. 5 in the FCS coaches poll, next Saturday. With a win next week, a victory on the road over No. 15 Vanderbilt or No. 14 Louisville would make the Wildcats bowl eligible.

     

    Calzada makes wrong headlines

    Former Kentucky starting quarterback Zach Calzada has apologized for a social media video he posted showing him flashing $100 dollar bills in response to being criticized. The transfer quarterback hurt his shoulder and then lost his starting job to Boley after two games. After the video went viral Thursday and made national headlines, Calzada posted an apology. The Kentucky athletic department stated, “Zach has taken responsibility for his actions. He has done the right thing and apologized. Now, it’s time to move forward.”

    Comedy of errors

    The two teams combined for four turnovers in the final 35 seconds of the first half.

    The antics started when Wildcat Quay’sheed Scott picked off a Lagway pass at the Kentucky 26 and returned it 55 yards. Boley then fumbled and Aaron Chiles recovered at the Florida 22. Three plays later, Daveren Rayner picked off another Lagway pass. On Kentucky’s first play, Bryce Thornton intercepted a Boley pass.

    Up Next

    Florida: Travels to No. 7 Mississippi.

    UK: Hosts Tennessee Tech.

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  • Klubnik’s two scores lead Clemson to 24-10 win over FSU

    By  PETE IACOBELLI

    CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Dabo Swinney loved seeing the Clemson Tigers he’d gotten used so.

    ‘“I loved their effort, I loved their toughness, I loved their stick-to-it-ness,” coach Swinney said after his team’s first home victory in two months with a 24-10 victory Florida State on Saturday night.

    “It don’t get old to beat the ‘Noles,” Swinney said.

    Cade Klubnik threw for a touchdown and ran for a second to lead the Tigers (4-5, 3-4 Atlantic Coast Conference) to a win in Death Valley for the first time since defeating Troy on Sept. 6.

    The Tigers and Seminoles (4-5, 1-5) looked like they would have big implications on the ACC race. But both contenders were out of the picture early and left scrambling to salvage lost seasons.

    Clemson was 1-4 at home this season and had lost its past six games against Power 4 programs on its field.

    This time, though, the Tigers took an 18-0 lead and took advantage of nearly all of Florida State’s miscues. They held the league’s top offense to its lowest totals with 360 yards, 110 yards rushing and 10 points.

    “Our record isn’t what we want to be,” Swinney said. “But when you see the resilience, you know what these guys have under the hood.”

    Klubnik had a 3-yard TD run to finish the 75-yard opening scoring drive and holder Clay Swinney — the youngest son of coach Swinney — bolted for a two-point conversion.

    The Tigers cashed in on a fourth-down stop in the second quarter inside Florida State territory with a 34-yard flea flicker scoring pass from Klubnik to Antonio Williams.

     

    Down 24-7 in the fourth quarter, the Seminoles were called for offensive pass interference and unnecessary roughness to push them back.

    The Tiger defense struggled the past two games, allowing 81 points combined in losses to SMU and Duke. Maybe it was a visit by former national championship defensive coordinator Brent Venables or a renewed dedication to finishing strong, but Clemson held strong when it mattered most.

    The Tigers had a fourth-down stop and forced a fumble with Florida State on Clemson’s 8 to end two promising first-half drives by Florida State.

    Florida State finally broke through right before the half on Castellanos’ 7-yard touchdown pass to Lawayne McCoy.

    The Seminoles’ last chance to make things tight ended when Castellanos was chased by cornerback Avieon Terrell and slipped to the ground on fourth down with 2:51 to play.

    Klubnik completed 19 of 26 passes for 221 yards. Castellanos was 20-of-38 passing for 203 yards and an interception to go along with his fumble.

    Clemson circle

    After the Tigers entered the stadium, they came on the field and surrounded the Tiger Paw logo, locked arms and gave thanks for another opportunity to play instead of dwelling on three straight home losses. Offensive lineman Blake Miller said the moment calmed the players down and gave them focus to face the Seminoles. “It was a special moment for us,” said Miller, who started the past 50 games.

    Missed chances

    Florida State coach Mike Norvell said the Seminoles missed too many opportunities, particularly early, to take care of Clemson. The difference, Norvell said, was that the Tigers made the plays that Florida State missed out. “It’s those missed chances that cost us,” he said.

    The takeaway

    Florida State: The Seminoles, ACC champions two seasons ago, need to defeat Virginia Tech, North Carolina State or Florida to qualify for the postseason after missing out last year.

    Clemson: The Tigers were ACC favorites and expected to compete for a national title. Instead, they are also looking to reach a bowl game after a struggling start to the season.

    Up next

    Florida State returns home to face Virginia Tech on Saturday night.

    Clemson has a short week and will play No. 14 Louisville on Friday night.

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  • What You Need to Know About Who Pays a Real Estate Agent’s Commission for Rentals

    Key Takeaways:

    • Real estate agent commissions for rental properties are either paid for by the tenant enlisting services or the property landlord.
    • The amount paid in agent commissions for a rental property depends on factors such as location, price, services provided, and local market practices.
    • Rental agents can help finding rental properties, accompanying tenants on showings, and assisting with negotiating rental terms.

    Whether you’re a long-time renter or a college student exploring off-campus housing opportunities, navigating the rental market can be complex. Understanding the role of a real estate agent and how their services are compensated is crucial before beginning your search. Real estate agent commissions are applicable across the states, may it be rentals in Raleigh or rentals in Berkeley. However, agent commissions can vary based on state laws and negotiations. 

    This Redfin real estate article will explore the ins and outs of how real estate agents are compensated for rental properties and what services a client can expect during their search. By the end, you’ll be able to determine if hiring a real estate agent for their services is right for you. Now, let’s get started.

    Who pays a real estate agent’s commission?

    The party responsible for paying a real estate agent’s commission for a rental can vary depending on local regulations, market conditions, and the specific agreement between the parties involved. It’s essential to clarify this upfront to avoid any misunderstandings.

    When a tenant pays the fee

    In some markets, tenants may be responsible for paying a real estate agent’s commission. This typically occurs when a tenant enlists an agent to help them find a rental property that meets their specific criteria. The agent’s fee compensates them for their time, expertise, and resources used in searching for suitable properties, scheduling viewings, and assisting with the application process.

    When a landlord pays the fee

    More commonly, especially in competitive rental markets, landlords or property owners cover the real estate agent’s commission, including the tenant’s agent. This means that tenants may not have to pay for the services provided by their agent. But again, you’ll want to clarify the terms with your specific agent.

    How much do real estate agents charge in commission for a rental?

    Rental commissions for real estate agents typically range from one month’s rent to a percentage of the annual lease value. The exact amount can be influenced by several factors, including the property’s location, the rental price, the services provided by the agent, and local market practices. It’s always advisable to discuss commission rates and payment terms with your agent before engaging their services.

    What services should you expect from a real estate agent helping locate a rental?

    When working with a real estate agent to find a rental, you should expect a comprehensive suite of services designed to streamline your search. This includes:

    • Property search: Access to a wide range of listings, including those not publicly advertised.
    • Showings: Arranging and accompanying you on property viewings.
    • Negotiation: Assisting with lease terms and rental price negotiations.
    • Application support: Guidance through the application process, ensuring all necessary documentation is submitted accurately.
    • Market insights: Providing valuable information about neighborhoods, rental trends, and local amenities.

    So, is having a real estate agent right for you?

    Deciding whether to use a real estate agent for your rental needs depends on your individual circumstances. If you have limited time, are new to a city, or are struggling to find a suitable property on your own, an agent can be an invaluable resource. Their expertise and market knowledge can save you time and stress, ultimately helping you secure the right rental property.

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  • Michigan State University partially reverses policy on co-ed community bathrooms after complaint

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    Michigan State University has partially reversed course on its decision to make all community bathrooms in its honors dorm co-ed, following complaints from students and parents who said the arrangement made them uncomfortable.

    Officials placed new signs at Campbell Hall last week to label some bathrooms by gender, a shift that came after a formal complaint and survey results showing unease among residents about a $37.1 million renovation that turned all 20 community bathrooms into unisex facilities.

    Parents were not notified beforehand that bathrooms would no longer be separated by gender — prompting at least one student to seek out other facilities, according to a parent’s letter.

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    Michigan State University partially ended its co-ed community bathrooms in its honors dorm. (Istock/ AndreyPopov)

    The facilities were the first co-ed community bathrooms of their kind at any of the institution’s 27 dorms. MSU said it moved to unisex community bathrooms at Campbell Hall to adapt to a future shift in student populations.

    “Following review of the survey data, the decision was made to provide options for students,” MSU spokesperson Kat Cooper said in a statement to Bridge Michigan.

    The honors dorm spans four floors and includes 20 shared bathrooms, along with five single-use restrooms. Cooper said she was unsure how many of the community bathrooms will remain unisex and how many will be assigned as male or female.

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    The university did not notify parents that bathrooms would not be designated by gender. (Getty Images)

    In an email to Campbell Hall residents, school officials said that bathrooms “will be configured as much as possible to the gender make-up of the community” on the ground and first floors, where there are two community bathrooms, and “gendered bathroom options” on the second and third floors of the dorm, where there are eight community bathrooms, as well as single-use restrooms.

    “We wanted to ensure that no room moves were required as part of these changes,” the email reads. “The updates are intended to offer more choice and help residents feel more comfortable in their daily routines.”

    Some members of the MSU Board of Trustees said this week that the university made the right call in responding to student and parent feedback.

    Bathroom sign male and female

    The dorm has four floors with 20 community bathrooms and five single-use bathrooms. (Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

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    “I’m happy that the university listens to the concerns of its students,” Trustee Mike Balow said.

    “It’s important for our students to feel comfortable and to have options. This is the right move by the university,” Trustee Dennis Denno added.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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