STUDENTS

Jun 12 2026HEALTH

Small Arms and Student Life: What Grip Strength Says About Health

In Taiwan, researchers tested the grip strength of 501 university students—168 men and 333 women aged 18 to 25—to see what physical traits and daily habits predict muscle weakness. Instead of focusing on athletes or older adults, this study zeroed in on young people most don’t worry about. Surprisin

reading time less than a minute
Jun 12 2026HEALTH

How Moving Helps Students Feel Better and Connect

Research shows that staying active can boost mental health and help students feel less alone. But when it comes to exercise, does it matter if students work out in person or online? That’s the question behind a study that tracked how different types of physical activity affected college students. T

reading time less than a minute
May 25 2026EDUCATION

Three Stars Shine as Louisiana Ends School Year

Louisiana’s education leaders wrapped up the 2025‑26 academic year by naming three standout students at a ceremony held on May 18 at LSU’s Lod Cook Conference Center. The honors spotlight achievements across elementary, middle and high school levels, showcasing a mix of academic prowess, leadersh

reading time less than a minute
May 25 2026HEALTH

Human Touch in Isolation: What Nursing Students Think

Nursing students say that caring for people locked away from others is tough but not impossible. They point out that isolation wards keep germs at bay, yet patients often feel alone and scared, which can slow healing. The students argue that the main goal should be to make these wards feel more w

reading time less than a minute
May 24 2026HEALTH

Hidden COVID cases in college crowds

Researchers recently checked how many university students carried COVID-19 without feeling sick. They picked a time when the virus was spreading slowly, so they could spot cases that might otherwise go unnoticed. The study wasn’t just about counting infections—it also looked at what put students at

reading time less than a minute
May 22 2026HEALTH

Exploring Student Minds: A New Way to Spot Depression, Anxiety and Stress

Researchers looked at the mental health of 424 Bangladeshi university students who answered an online survey in July 2024, a time of social and political tension. They found that many students reported strong symptoms: two‑thirds felt depressed, over seventy percent were anxious and more than half e

reading time less than a minute
May 14 2026HEALTH

How students see exergames shapes how much they play them

A recent study looked at how college students view exergames—video games that make you move—and how those views affect whether they keep playing. Researchers asked 154 students about their habits and reasons for playing. The results showed that students who saw exergames as exercise tools were more

reading time less than a minute
May 12 2026EDUCATION

How university students balance feelings and faith

Many people believe smart feelings and deep beliefs help students handle tough classes better. Studies show that students who understand their emotions and care about meaning in life tend to do well in school and stay healthy. Yet most research looks at these two ideas separately. When students kno

reading time less than a minute
May 09 2026CRIME

New Court Moves and Cold‑Case Clues Shake Up True Crime Stories

"Judge Tyler Robinson has just issued a series of decisions that could change the outcome of a high‑profile shooting case involving political activist Charlie Kirk. The rulings touch on evidence handling and witness testimony, raising questions about how the trial will proceed. Meanwhile, a forme

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026EDUCATION

Finding time for free play in school

Schools often focus on structured lessons, but a new study suggests something simple might help kids more: free play. Researchers looked at 125 elementary students in a high-poverty area. The kids were split into groups that got 12 weeks of 45-minute free play sessions either in fall or spring. The

reading time less than a minute