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Tragedy struck South Carolina State University as a shooting inside Hugine Suites claimed two lives and injured another, triggering an eight-hour campus lockdown. Authorities are investigating the incident, which follows a series of earlier shootings. Classes were canceled, and support services made available to students grappling with the renewed violence.

The U.S. Department of Education reports significant FAFSA improvements for the 2026-27 cycle, with an early launch, higher student satisfaction, and faster customer support. The redesigned form, under the FAFSA Simplification Act, has expanded Pell Grant eligibility for 1.7 million more students. Fraud detection has also been refined to reduce false positives.

The University of Texas at Austin is consolidating four departments, including African and African Diaspora Studies and American Studies, into a new Social and Cultural Analysis department by September 2027. This move aims to streamline operations and address perceived fragmentation. Separately, European language departments will merge into a new European and Eurasian Studies department.

Educators report widespread fear and absenteeism as immigration enforcement actions near schools. Rumors of raids and detentions have led parents to withdraw children, disrupting learning and creating an environment where students can no longer be reassured of campus safety. This shift impacts families even with lawful status, altering school attendance and access to education.