Campus Safety & Rumor Control: The University of Northern Philippines denied claims that a student brought a firearm to campus after an internal investigation, urging people to stop sharing unverified reports. Higher-Education Disruptions: Russia’s Moscow Technical University of Communications and Informatics evacuated students for a second day amid bomb-threat reports, with National Guard officers arriving. Nursing Pipeline: Montana State University opened a new College of Nursing building in Billings with simulation labs aimed at easing a statewide nurse shortage. Funding Pressure: The University of Minnesota plans $225 million in systemwide cuts over two years, citing enrollment shifts, uncertain funding, and rising costs. Admissions Reform Debate (Vietnam): Vietnam plans to cut public university admissions methods and reduce public institutions by 20% by 2035, with fairness concerns raised about the new one-route approach. Job-Market Alignment (Ghana): Ghana’s education minister urged universities to tailor programs to skills employers need to reduce graduate unemployment. Student Support After Disasters: Kaua‘i Community College reported Hurricane Lowell disrupted classes for 80% of students, prompting recovery events and mental-health support. College Sports Policy: The U.S. Senate is moving toward a vote on the Protect College Sports Act, with schools and fans watching how NIL rules could change.