College Headlines

Men's crew rows to a win at Dad Vail Regatta

The Review, University of Delaware, DE

1 day ago by Nicolette Lotrionte

The men's crew team made university history this weekend, winning the point trophy in the 70th annual Dad Vail Regatta. The Hens are only the second club crew team to win the men's title at the collegiate regatta.

"This is considered one of the largest and top-most competitive regattas in the country for colleges," head coach Chuck Crawford said.

Wesley Case

The Review, University of Delaware, DE

1 day ago by Wesley Case

I get asked about my tattoo a lot.

A student's reaction to a few awkward seconds

The Review, University of Delaware, DE

1 day ago by Jessica Lapointe

I am quickly approaching that dreaded moment - I have only seconds to decide my next course of action.

As she nears me - I think I recognize her from one of my English classes sophomore year, don't I?

I am racked with indecision - do I smile, say hi or maybe decide it's the perfect time to pull out my cell phone and send a text? I become terribly interested with a bird hopping around on the Green, and the girl and I pass each other without a word.

Still waiting for his rocket to come

The Diamondback, University of Maryland College Park, MD

18 hours ago by Tripp Laino

Jason Mraz's latest album doesn't measure up

President Ribeau Lauded by Bowling Green Students

The Hilltop, Howard University, DC

2 days ago by Shivonne Foster

Nominated unanimously by the Presidential Search Committee, Bowling Green State University's first black president Sidney Ribeau, will transition into a new phase of his career as he assumes the position of 16th president of Howard University on August 1.

American Express' Chenault Garners Mixed Reactions

The Hilltop, Howard University, DC

1 day ago by Christina Burton

Kenneth I. Chenault gracing the Yard today serves as a step up from last year's Oprah Winfrey phenomenon for many students and faculty, but a step down for others.

Graduating seniors, as eager as they are to receive their degrees, have differing views on Chenault being this year's graduation orator.

Gender Disparity Among HBCU Graduates a Cause for Concern

The Hilltop, Howard University, DC

1 day ago by Eboni Farmer

According to the Journal of Blacks in Higher Education, in 2007 Howard University had a within six-year graduation rate of 60 percent, up two points from the rate the journal reported in 2006.

This is 16 percent above the national average graduation rate for blacks across the country which is 44 percent.

University warns APES not to reorganize

GW Hatchet, George Washington University, DC

2 days ago by Alexa Millinger

The University sent letters to former members of the Alpha Pi Epsilon fraternity last month, threatening disciplinary action if any members "reorganize, reconstitute or re-colonize" in any form.

Federal employers covet college grads

GW Hatchet, George Washington University, DC

2 days ago by Rustin Partow
Hatchet Reporter

Todd Jasper started working security at the Surf & Sand Hotel in Laguna Beach, Calif., four years ago. Now, the graduating senior will work at the Department of Homeland Security - one of a growing number of students to secure government jobs out of college.

Tickets not needed for Mall event

GW Hatchet, George Washington University, DC

2 days ago by Justine Karp

Though graduates are allotted six tickets for Sunday's Commencement ceremony on the Mall, University officials said they are not necessary unless the event is moved indoors.