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UGA’s Sigma Chi fraternity under review after hazing allegation
UGA said it has paused all new membership activity at Sigma Chi as Athens-Clarke police investigate a hazing allegation.
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Advice for college applicants: Start early, stay real, use AI wisely
There are more than 2,600 four-year colleges in the United States and they admit 73% of applicants. It’s an important reminder that there are colleges out there for everyone.
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What’s changing for Georgia’s student loan borrowers
Georgia student loan borrowers will see new borrowing caps and fewer repayment options.
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Attention, voters! Candidates raise their hands to run for school board seats.
Four metro Atlanta school districts will hold school board elections Nov. 4.
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UGA pauses pledging for Sigma Chi frat following complaint
The University of Georgia has paused pledging for Sigma Chi after receiving a complaint about the fraternity. The matter was referred to Athens-Clarke County police.
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Gwinnett increases funding for security at schools after recent shooting
No one was hurt when a student fired a gun inside a Gwinnett elementary school bathroom last week, and the county school board voted to put unarmed security at each school.
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New college accreditation agency emphasizes ‘viewpoint diversity’
A draft of proposed standards offers a glimpse into what the Commission for Public Higher Education could look like.
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AI companions pose a dangerous threat to teens
Teens can find "companions" in artificial intelligence, but there's a real danger there.
Metro Atlanta schools report few teacher vacancies, but shortage isn’t over
It’s a big difference from the start of the school year in recent years. But some positions remain persistently difficult to fill.
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Gwinnett elementary school student charged with firing a gun on campus
Several students and a parent reported that the student had brought a firearm to school and threatened to shoot a toilet. The student discharged the gun before classes began.