TCU Chancellor Daniel Pullin Resigns After Less Than 17 Months as Victor Boschini Returns
The Campus Review October 23, 2026 Texas Christian University (TCU) has brought back former chancellor Victor Boschini Jr. after TCU Chancellor Daniel Pullin resigned on October 22, 2026, less than 17 months after taking the university’s top job. Boschini’s appointment took effect immediately, with no interim designation. The university did not disclose a reason for […]
Pomodoro Technique: How to Study Step by Step with Timers, Breaks, and a Free Template
You sit down to study, but your phone keeps distracting you. The Pomodoro Technique helps you focus by alternating 25 minutes of study with 5-minute breaks. Developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s, this method breaks large tasks into smaller, manageable steps. This guide explains how to use the Pomodoro Technique for students, choose […]
Ohio Medical Admissions Bias Allegations Spark Legal Dispute Between DOJ and Ohio State
The Campus Review October 22, 2026 The US Department of Justice has accused Ohio State University College of Medicine of racial discrimination in admissions for its 2023, 2024, and 2025 incoming classes. According to the official DOJ announcement, the medical school’s screening system and an alternative admissions pathway disadvantaged white and Asian applicants. Ohio State […]
Active Recall: What It Is, How to Use It, Techniques, and Examples for Better Learning
You reread your notes three times, yet struggle to remember the answers during an exam. The problem is that familiarity does not always mean learning. Active recall strengthens memory by forcing you to retrieve information without looking at your notes. Research by Roediger and Karpicke (2006) found that self-testing can improve long-term retention compared with […]
Who Is Jignesh Patel? Carnegie Mellon Miami Campus Dean to Lead $2 Billion Project
Campus Review October 21, 2026 Carnegie Mellon University has appointed computer scientist and entrepreneur Jignesh Patel as the founding dean and vice president of its planned Miami campus. As the Carnegie Mellon Miami campus dean, Patel will help shape the campus’s academic mission, research priorities, and partnerships as the university expands into South Florida. The […]
Japan to Launch Spacecraft on Mission to Collect Samples From Mars’ Moon Phobos
The Campus Review October 19, 2026 Japan is set to launch a spacecraft on October 20, 2026, as part of its Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission to study Mars’s two moons and collect samples from Phobos. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) will launch the robotic spacecraft aboard an H3 rocket from Tanegashima Space Center. […]
100+ Useful English Phrases for Daily Use With Meanings, Examples, and Tips to Speak With Confidence
Ever frozen mid-conversation because you could not find the right words? Learn English phrases instead of individual words to speak more naturally. These common word groups, such as “How are things with you?” and “Could you do me a quick favour?”, help you form sentences faster. Research by Erman and Warren suggests that fixed word […]
25 Common French Phrases Used in English With Meanings, Audio Pronunciation and Simple Examples
Have you ever said “c’est la vie” after a bad day? Then you already use French phrases. English borrows hundreds of them, and most people use them without a second thought. French phrases are expressions that English speakers take straight from French. They keep the original spelling and sound. The Norman Conquest of 1066 started […]
Fees Must Be Fixed Before Admissions, Colleges Cannot Raise Fees Mid-Course: Supreme Court
The Campus Review October 16, 2026 The Supreme Court of India has ruled that self-financing higher education institutions cannot ordinarily increase fees midway through professional courses, except in exceptional circumstances, such as unforeseen expenditure. The SC ruling on college fees also directs fee-fixation authorities to notify the fees for the entire course before admissions begin, […]
100+ English Idioms With Meanings and Examples: Common, Unique, and Exam Idioms Explained in Simple English
Idioms make English more expressive and help speakers communicate ideas in creative ways. However, their meanings are not always obvious, making them tricky for learners. This guide covers 100+ idioms with meanings and examples in simple English, helping you understand common and unique idioms, learn how to use them correctly, and improve your vocabulary for […]
