universities

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The historic spending spree, economists hoped, could turbocharge productivity by upgrading the country’s railways, highways, communication networks, universities and a largely paper-based public administration—all in need of repair after decades of austerity.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Allen grew up in a middle-class, suburban part of Torrance, one of four siblings who would each go on to study at reputable universities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

But scientists, universities, publishers, and funders need to treat peer review as the essential work that it is, not as an optional favor.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

They undertook their own research in partnership with local universities, to ensure the surface of their new women's pitch would be suitable.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

It was considered “the most expensive, most beautiful, and largest high school in the nation” and an excellent educational facility and academically graduated a high percentage of students who went on to top universities.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals