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College Students Migrate South & Squashing Squatters | 4.27.24

Apr 27, 2024
14:07
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College students are choosing state schools over elite universities due to financial reasons. New York tightens restrictions on squatters reclaiming occupied homes. Starbucks is facing a legal dispute with a federal labor group over firing unionizing employees.
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  • More college students are opting for cheaper state schools in the South due to rising costs and political alignment.
  • New legislation in New York aims to differentiate squatters from tenants to address property takeover issues.

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Southern Schools Attracting More Students

Applications to elite northeastern universities like Brown and Harvard are decreasing while southern schools are seeing a substantial increase, with a 42% rise in applications. Financial considerations seem to be a driving factor, as college costs have surged. The migration trend is not only about cost but also politics, with students choosing regions aligning more with their views.

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