News · World News · United States
With students scarce, college admissions offices get friendlier, less intimidating
Colleges are trying to transform an admissions process that has often been daunting, secretive and stressful into an experience that's open, easier — and downright friendly.
This is a short summary of a report by a third-party publisher. Newsline Press did not produce the original reporting.
Read the full story at NPROriginal publisher: NPR
Spotted an error? Request a correction · Corrections Policy
Related stories
'A shift in the air': Can young voters turn Texas blue?
Texas has long been a Republican stronghold. But could that be starting to change? On the eve of themidterm elections, some younger voters are expressing growing frustration with the political establishment. In Austin, the state capital, our special correspondent Tarek Kai spoke to young voters to hear about their expectations and concerns, and to find out whether they think Texas could turn blue.
France 24 ·
Sudan files complaints against Ethiopia with UN over deadly drone spree
One-way drone attacks have killed or wounded 484 civilians since February, Khartoum says.
Al Jazeera ·
Jailed PKK founder Ocalan moved to new section of Turkish island prison
Improving prison conditions for Abdullah Ocalan has been a key Kurdish demand in push to end PKK-Turkiye conflict.
Al Jazeera ·
As aid situation worsens, displaced Sudanese worry about warnings of famine
Sudan's displaced people now face a mounting food crisis, with warnings of famine.
Al Jazeera ·
Midterms: Will Trump backlash lead to Democratic landslide?
A day before the US midterms, France 24's Oliver Farry takes a look at some of the key races to watch as the Democrats seek to capitalise on Donald Trump's unpopularity. But, says Farry, polls suggest hopes of a Democratic landslide may be wide of the mark.
France 24 ·
Israeli army withdraws from Hebron after operation displaces thousands of Palestinians
Israeli forces withdrew from a neighbourhood in the occupied West Bank city of Hebron on Monday, ending a military operation launched after two Israeli soldiers were killed in late October. Thousands of Palestinians displaced during the raid have begun returning to homes, many of which were damaged or ransacked.
France 24 ·