University Beat

For many people, this is the first year they'll spend the holidays and other milestones apart from family, due to COVID-19. That's something students studying in the U.S. from overseas know all about.

Researchers say the pandemic is largely to blame for this year's drastic enrollment declines, but college-going has also been on a decade-long downward trend.

WUSF News seeking student journalists from around the country who want to learn and work in a professional newsroom. The deadline to apply for a WUSF Radio News Internship remains open through Dec. 21.

For a third straight semester, USF is holding a virtual commencement ceremony because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Earlier this month, the USF Faculty Senate published a letter detailing their concerns about planned budget cuts. On Tuesday, the Board of Trustees got a chance to hear those concerns firsthand.

Many colleges have canceled December graduation ceremonies while continuing to host in-person events, like football games. One graduating senior says it feels like "a slap in the face."

A $60,000 grant will enable the university to hire an external consultant who can research the problem and suggest solutions.

The measure has failed several times. The sponsor of the bill says this year could be different with Republicans having a large advantage in the House.

His book describes issues that affect the Black community. Mental health is one of them.

The pandemic is a major reason, but the number of international students has been falling for years.

John Thrasher has long opposed the bill that would allow concealed weapons on Florida college and university campuses.

Two games have been added to the schedule. The Seminoles will play at home against Duke on Dec. 12 and go to Wake Forest on Dec. 19.