The Use of “Attention Capture” Technologies in Our Classrooms Has Created a Crisis The Use of “Attention Capture” Technologies in Our Classrooms Has Created a Crisis
We have a choice: We can allow Big Tech to solve the problem with invasive brain technology. Or we can let educators teach students how to pay attention.
Apr 22, 2024 / Jac Mullen
25 Years After the Columbine Massacre, Is There Any Hope to End America’s Epidemic of Gun Violence? 25 Years After the Columbine Massacre, Is There Any Hope to End America’s Epidemic of Gun Violence?
With the National Rifle Association now weaker than it has been in decades, progress is possible—if politicians are willing to seize the time.
Apr 19, 2024 / Peter Dreier
Inside the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Columbia University Inside the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Columbia University
Hundreds of peaceful protesters began occupying the campus on Wednesday to demand that the university divest from Israel. The next day, the school sent in the NYPD to arrest them....
Apr 19, 2024 / StudentNation / Lara-Nour Walton
What the Cass Review Means for Trans Kids in Britain—and Beyond What the Cass Review Means for Trans Kids in Britain—and Beyond
A new review of gender-affirming healthcare in England could change the way gender-questioning children and young everywhere people receive care.
Apr 19, 2024 / Natasha Hakimi Zapata
As the Threat of War Looms, Some Students Regret Joining ROTC As the Threat of War Looms, Some Students Regret Joining ROTC
Often priced out of college, those in the Army ROTC can earn hefty scholarships. But reservists can’t always be guaranteed safety. “I don’t think I would’ve made the same decision...
Apr 18, 2024 / StudentNation / Gabe Levin
DACA’s Future Remains Clouded DACA’s Future Remains Clouded
DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) recipients continue to receive program benefits, but new applications are on hold pending appeal.
Apr 17, 2024 / OppArt / Felipe Galindo
Saving Paradise: The Fight to End Militarization in Hawai‘i Saving Paradise: The Fight to End Militarization in Hawai‘i
With 6 percent of its land occupied by military bases, Hawai‘i is our most densely militarized state. But young activists are rejecting recruiting efforts and military influence.
Apr 17, 2024 / StudentNation / Saliha Bayrak
Domestic Violence: The Lost Made Visible Domestic Violence: The Lost Made Visible
Art project on the lawn of City Hall, Cambridge, MA. (Victims of Violence)
Apr 16, 2024 / OppArt / Peter Kuper
Students at the University of Florida Passed a Historic Pledge for a Green New Deal Students at the University of Florida Passed a Historic Pledge for a Green New Deal
UF is the first and only public university whose student government has given a direct mandate for a Green New Deal. Here’s what happens next.
Apr 9, 2024 / StudentNation / Cameron Driggers and Meagan Lamey
Walk the Wall Walk the Wall
Sneakers and mural art on the Separation Wall, Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine.