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We believe in the power and promise of independent journalism to create a more equitable world.

Our mission: To expand the opportunities for diverse voices and perspectives and educate early-career journalists in order to strengthen independent media.

12/01/2025

In the latest from StudentNation, Zach Clifton reports: In Martin County, KY, 91% of voters backed Trump in 2024. But after the longest government shutdown in history slashed SNAP benefits for the 23% of residents who rely on them, the mood is shifting.

In Martin County, the government shutdown and attacks on food stamps have exposed Donald Trump’s empty promises. To many, that makes him just another politician.

11/25/2025

Ella Curlin for StudentNation: After a student complained to a senator, Indiana University pulled lecturer Jessica Adams from class for showing a graphic on white supremacy. Students say the investigation lacked transparency and violated academic freedom.

Jessica Adams was barred from teaching a course on social justice for six weeks after showing a graphic that listed MAGA and Columbus Day as forms of “covert white supremacy.”

11/24/2025

In the middle of Trump’s crackdown on higher ed, The Stanford Daily is leading a major First Amendment suit targeting federal laws that chill political speech by international students. Rani Chor reports for StudentNation:

Amid the administration’s war on higher education, The Stanford Daily’s lawsuit targets federal statutes that allow deportation and visa revocation based on political speech.

11/21/2025

In Ezra Graham's latest for StudentNation: Colstrip, Montana, secures a temporary lifeline as the Trump administration prioritizes coal over renewables. But the industry's future remains uncertain as markets continue to favor cheaper energy alternatives.

Through executive orders, Congress, and a loyalist cabinet, the Trump administration has delivered big for enclaves of coal country like Colstrip, Montana. But how long can it last?

10/29/2025

The latest from StudentNation: Charlie Bloomer on activists in Oregon recognizing the need to reinforce marriage equality and how they continue to fight for it.

After the state’s ban on gay marriage was lifted in 2014, advocates took a breath. But more than a decade later, with Obergefell now at risk, there's still more work to be done.

10/28/2025

What should New Yorkers vote for this November? Nikole Rajgor reports for StudentNation: Half of the city’s ballot proposals promise to address the housing crisis, but organizers and officials can’t agree if they’ll actually make homes more affordable.

While half of the proposals on this year’s ballot deal with housing, elected officials and organizers in New York City are divided on their effectiveness.

10/27/2025

In StudentNation's latest, Nick Perkins writes: Jon Tester ran as the authentic Montana populist...and lost. Democrats just keep learning the wrong lessons.

As an intern for Jon Tester’s campaign, I saw a disconnect between our claim to authentic Montanan populism and the reality on the ground. In 2025, we need something different.

10/24/2025

Ella Curlin reports for StudentNation: Indiana University axed the print edition of the Indiana Daily Student, just hours after firing its adviser. Admins had told him to stop IDS reporters from printing news in their newspapers.

If the administration can censor the Indiana Daily Student—one of the most acclaimed student publications in the nation—then student journalism everywhere is at risk.

10/23/2025

Rani Chor reports for StudentNation from Cambodia, where Trump’s funding cuts have gutted independent media. As a result, forced evictions, border clashes, and corruption go unreported.

The Thai-Cambodian border conflict is just one of the many stories going underreported in the country as Trump’s funding cuts leave citizens and journalists scrambling.

10/20/2025

StudentNation dispatch: From Alaska to Alabama, student reporters captured how millions across America took to the streets for their local “No Kings” protests in defense of democracy.

We asked six student writers—in Indiana, Alaska, Alabama, and more—to report on the demonstrations in their area.

10/15/2025

In StudentNation's latest, Gave Levin reports: After months of investigations, disciplinary proceedings against Dr. Eric Cheyfitz end in exchange for his retirement. But that doesn't mean he'll stop speaking up for Palestine.

After around 160 faculty members signed a resolution condemning the university, Cornell closed a disciplinary case against Dr. Eric Cheyfitz on the condition that he retires.

10/13/2025

Khadeejah Khan reports for StudentNation: Palestine’s national baseball team raised the Palestinian flag on the international stage. Two of its players, Mustafa Tafesh and Ashraf Murad, were among 800 athletes killed during Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

Mustafa Tafesh and Ashraf Murad, members of the Palestine National Baseball Team, are just two of 800 athletes who have been killed during Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

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