May 2, 2022

Coming to UCLA the second time was scarier - but was worth it

The prospect of returning to UCLA for in-person classes after the pandemic was scary, but in the end, I found some of my worries were overblown.

Megan Tagami

April 12, 2022

Cancer diagnosis takes high-school trauma to a whole new level

What a California high school girl discovered about herself while living with cancer.

Bella Arnold

March 25, 2022

Student Voices: What's the right balance between in-person and online instruction in college?

Members of EdSource's California Student Journalism Corps asked students at several California campuses, as well as one professor, what they felt was the optimal mix of online versus in-person instruction.

Erick Cabrera, Raya Torres, Ramon Castanos and Mary McFadden

March 15, 2022

End of school mask mandate brings relief, lingering concerns

The end of California's mask mandate for schools Monday meant students and school staff no longer have to wear masks to school, but many still did.

Diana Lambert, Carolyn Jones, Ali Tadayon, Emma Gallegos, And Kate Sequeira

March 3, 2022

California college students with ties to Russia, Ukraine watch and worry as war unfolds

War worries distract California college students with families, friends in Russia and Ukraine.

Megan Tagami

February 28, 2022

How adults can help youth avoid violence, maintain mental health

Supportive relationships with adults in their lives can help youth weather pandemic-related stress and steer clear of abusive relationships.

Angel Quintanilla

November 3, 2021

How I connected with Cal State LA during the pandemic and found my place

Journalism major gets the scoop on how to love Cal State LA: It's about finding those who share your passion. For her, it was in a newsroom.

Mia Alva

October 25, 2021

Every student needs a cheerleader; for me it is my dad

Father's consistent focus on college and support through challenging times helped guide this student to grad school.

Iman Palm

August 23, 2021

Sharing my pre-college journey of a lifetime

Recent high-school grad and first-generation college student advises other students: Stretch yourself and seek support from your school and communities.

Imahni Cheeks

August 20, 2021

In their own words: Back to school, with Covid concerns

Members of the EdSource Community Network, including students, parents, teachers and early education providers talk about their back-to-school concerns in the face of the delta variant.

Andrew Reed

August 13, 2021

What I learned while attending college 2,000 miles from my California campus during a pandemic

Though tough and lonely, a year of distance learning offered its own opportunities for growth and learning.

Emily Chung

August 12, 2021

Here’s what I learned by taking seven virtual college courses in one semester

A student's perspective on college during Covid.

Briana Muñoz

August 6, 2021

Getting the Covid shot: California State University students react to vaccine mandate

California State University's decision to require all students and staff to be vaccinated before they can return to campus this fall has triggered a range of reactions from students.

By Mia Alva, Bella Arnold, Emily Chung, Taylor Helmes and Briana Munoz

July 6, 2021

Looking ahead to college freshman year, students welcome help

The challenges of distance learning left many incoming freshmen worried about needing extra help to succeed in college.

California Student Journalism Corps

June 27, 2021

For students in California, arts education is a civil rights issue

While arts programs support academic and school climate goals, they are often the first to be cut from the budget.

Sonia Patel Banker