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News Article: Our University's Latest Achievements and Upcoming Events
Our university is making headlines with a series of notable achievements and exciting upcoming events.
Firstly, a Microsoft-funded gaming project, titled 'Just Press Play', is now being implemented on campus, encouraging students to immerse themselves in the world of gaming.
One of our students, [Name], has recently been awarded a National ADDY by the American Advertising Federation for their exceptional creative work. The award is a testament to the talent and potential of our students.
Our university has also made the national list of 'Great Colleges to Work For', recognizing our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment.
Sadly, we mourn the passing of former dean Joan Stone. Her contributions to our university were significant, and she will be deeply missed.
On a brighter note, our university has been named a 'Best Buy' school by the 'Fiske Guide to Colleges', acknowledging our commitment to providing students with a quality education at an affordable price.
A student's award-winning music video has also debuted to the world, showcasing the creative talents of our student body.
Tunnel Murals, a unique and vibrant art installation, can be found on campus, adding a touch of beauty to our educational environment.
The Princeton Review has named our university as one of 'The Best 376 Colleges', further affirming our status as a top educational institution.
A video featuring our university, titled 'Virgin', is currently airing on TV. The video provides an insightful look into the life of our university and its community.
For those interested in the automotive world, a day-in-the-life video of a sportscar's trip to a car show is available.
In the realm of global academia, our university continues to hold its own against some of the world's leading institutions. According to the 2025-2026 QS World University Rankings, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) ranked #1 globally, followed closely by Imperial College London at #2, Stanford University at #3, University of Oxford at #4, and Harvard University at #5. The University of Cambridge ranked #6, and University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) was noted as the top public university in America.
Our university is also preparing for the arrival of incoming students on Aug. 31, and we are set to open a second Croatian campus in September. A podcast featuring an author's spotlight on Sharon Morgan Beckford is available for those interested in literature. Additionally, our university offers comfort items for students to help them feel at home.
[1] QS World University Rankings 2025-2026: https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/world-university-rankings/2025 [2] Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025-2026: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/2025-2026 [3] U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2025: https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges [4] AD Scientific Index 2025: https://www.adscientificindex.com/
- The implementation of the Microsoft-funded gaming project, 'Just Press Play', on campus provides a unique education-and-self-development opportunity for students.
- The award-winning student's music video showcases the creative talents of our student body, contributing to the diverse campus environment for education and self-development.
