International students face uncertainty as U.S. visa interviews halted

In a move that has left thousands of international students in limbo, the Trump administration has paused the visa interview process for those seeking to study in the United States. 

Trump administration stops scheduling of new student visa interviews

The suspension of visa interviews is intended to be temporary and won’t apply to applicants who already had scheduled their visa interviews, according to a U.S. official.

Scientists discover hybrid termite species in Florida

University of Florida scientists discovered two different termite species are breeding to create a hybrid termite. 

White House moves to block foreign students from attending Harvard

The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students, citing campus safety concerns and alleged foreign affiliations.

Judge blocks Trump’s order to shut down the Education Department

A federal judge ruled that mass layoffs at the U.S. Education Department are causing “irreparable harm” to students and educators.

Free playwriting classes for Tampa teens at the Straz Center

The Straz Center has teamed up with Metropolitan Ministries to offer free playwriting classes to local teens.

Map: Which states have banned cell phones in schools

A growing number of states are passing laws to ban or restrict cellphone use in schools, citing concerns about student mental health, classroom distractions, and public safety.

Florida leaders send letter to Hillsborough Schools demanding certain books deemed inappropriate be removed

The Hillsborough County School District came under fire this week after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier demanded certain books the state deemed inappropriate be removed from school libraries.

Why student loan delinquencies are soaring - and credit scores are dropping

Millions of student loan borrowers saw their credit scores drop by more than 100 points after student loan delinquencies began showing up on credit reports again this year.

Hillsborough County Public Schools wins 'U.S. District of the Year' award

Hillsborough County Public Schools has a reason to celebrate after being named U.S. District of the Year by Cambridge International Education.

Saint Leo University's sees first graduates from nursing program four years later

Four years of classes, stress and navigating a life post-covid paid off for nursing graduates of Saint Leo University’s inaugural nursing program, and it’s fitting during National Nurses Week this week.