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Health and Wellness

West Virginia University Student Discovers Long-Sought Fungus with Potential for Pharmaceutical Breakthroughs

In the quiet, methodical environment of a microbiology laboratory at West Virginia University, a discovery has been made that bridges a gap in scientific history spanning nearly a century. Corinne Hazel, an environmental microbiology student and Goldwater Scholar, has identified a previously unknown species of fungus that serves as the biological engine behind the potent […]

September 30, 2026
Real Estate

NIL Gold Rush: How Student-Athlete Wealth is Reshaping the Real Estate Landscape in College Towns

The landscape of American college sports underwent a seismic shift in 2021 when the legalization of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals allowed student-athletes to monetize their personal brands. While the immediate focus was on multi-million dollar endorsements and high-profile transfer portal moves, the ripple effects of this policy change have extended far beyond the […]

September 20, 2026
Health and Wellness

West Virginia University Student Discovers Elusive Fungus with Deep Ties to Pharmaceutical History and LSD Research

In a laboratory at West Virginia University, a discovery has been made that bridges a decades-old gap in botanical and pharmaceutical science. Corinne Hazel, an environmental microbiology student and Goldwater Scholar, has identified a long-sought-after fungus that resides within morning glory plants—an organism that produces the natural precursors to the semisynthetic drug LSD. The discovery […]

September 20, 2026
Education

The Corequisite Dilemma: When Student Success Collides with Academic Policy and Financial Aid Regulations

In the quiet, routine environment of a weekly deans’ meeting, the conversation often gravitates toward administrative logistics, budgetary constraints, or upcoming campus events. However, a recent discussion at one institution has brought to light a persistent and confounding dilemma that strikes at the heart of community college pedagogy and policy: the paradox of the successful […]

September 19, 2026