Duke's Tuition Surge, NC State's DOE Funding, ECSU's Record Gift

0:00The latest headlines, weather, and stories right here on Durham News today. Duke University has raised his full cost of attendance to $96,597 for the coming year. That's a 5% jump covering tuition, fees, room, and board. At this pace, the total could top $100,000 soon. Meanwhile, NC State University grabbed the biggest slice of new Department of Energy funding, more than $5 million across five nuclear engineering projects. These cover things like better reactor simulations, damaged detection, and durable 3D printed metals for fuel. The boost comes as nuclear power sees renewed interest nationwide, driven by energy needs from data centers and shifting politics. NC State's engineering dean called it a sign of their top program powering America's energy future. Elizabeth City State University also hit a milestone with a 42 million dollar gift from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott. It's the largest per student donation she's made to any HBCU

1:01lately, timed perfectly for their new five-year strategic plan. Funds will create scholarships, launch academic programs, and upgrade facilities. Other buzz includes a UNC tour guide on probation for her candid campus chats and headlines on due protest arrests, plus cancer concerns at NC State. Buildings. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. What is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-L-I, solely pillow.com. Made in AI.