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Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
HT interview: Over 2,000 Indian students call SLU home, says Robert Reddy, Interim VP, Saint Louis University
During his recent visit to India, HT Digital caught up with Robert Reddy, Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management at Saint Louis University (SLU), USA. He spoke about the university's strong connection with Indian students, popular STEM programs, scholarship offerings, and how SLU ensures international students feel at home. Reddy: SLU is a Catholic Jesuit university, but you don't have to be Catholic or even religious to study here. What sets us apart is our commitment to cura personalis — care for the whole person. Education at SLU is not just about academics, but also about personal, spiritual, and emotional development. We focus on nurturing globally responsible individuals. Reddy: About five years ago, we made a focused effort to internationalise our campus. India was one of our first major outreach markets. Today, international students make up about 20% of our student body, and a majority of them are from India. We now have over 2,000 Indian students across our two campuses — St. Louis and Madrid. Reddy: We don't presume what international students need — we ask them. For example, Indian students told us that celebrating cultural events was important to them. Now, our Holi celebrations have become major campus-wide events, growing from 500 to over 1,100 participants, including non-Indian students. There's also strong Indian community support in the surrounding area — a new Indian supermarket just opened near campus, and we've even added Indian cuisine to our dining options. Reddy: At the graduate level, which sees more Indian enrolment, the most popular programs are in STEM fields — computer science, data analytics, cybersecurity, AI, and engineering. Public health and project management are also in demand. Undergraduate interests are more diverse, including health sciences and humanities. Reddy: Over 90% of eligible international students secure OPT positions after graduation. Degree completion rates are also high, well above 90%. We're proud of our employer satisfaction rates, which are also over 90%. These are strong indicators that our graduates are prepared and performing well. Reddy: Most master's programs cost around $42,000 total, which can be completed in three to four semesters. Many students prefer the accelerated 13-month track to reduce living expenses. We offer merit-based scholarships ranging from 10% to over 40% off tuition. While the top bracket is competitive, many students receive aid in the 15–25% range. Reddy: Yes, starting this fall, we're piloting a work program for about 165 international master's students. The program allows them to work 8–10 hours a week on campus to help with living expenses. It's not meant to replace scholarships but to ease some day-to-day costs. Reddy: SLU is located in St. Louis, Missouri, a mid-sized American city that offers everything from cultural and professional opportunities to excellent medical facilities. It's big enough to provide resources, but small enough not to feel overwhelming. Students can easily find Indian groceries, restaurants, and community groups, making it easier to adjust and feel at home.
Fox News
05-05-2025
- Fox News
Southern California high school tennis star killed by alleged drunk driver weeks before graduation
A high school student in Southern California was killed on Sunday after a suspected drunk driver hit him, according to police. The Manhattan Beach Police Department said that officers arrested 33-year-old Jenia Belt on suspicion of DUI and murder at 12:46 a.m. on Sunday, after an individual was found lying in the street next to a car. According to Fox 11, the victim was identified as Braun Levi, an 18-year-old student at Loyola High School who was just one month away from graduation. He had planned to attend the University of Virginia after graduation. Police are holding Belt without bail. Levi was a senior at Loyola High School, where he was set to graduate in June. He was a four-year varsity starter on the high school tennis team and is considered "one of the most accomplished student-athletes in program history" after winning a league championship on April 29, according to a social media post by the Catholic Jesuit school. The high school senior, in addition to his participation on the tennis team, was also an ultimate team captain, student council member, volleyball team manager, and more. The Loyola High School athletics department paid tribute to Levi in a social media post on Sunday. "We are heartbroken to share the news of the passing of Loyola High School senior, Braun Levi," the school's athletics department wrote. "His lovable personality, infectious smile, and boundless energy made him a beloved member of the Loyola community. He was a true Man for and With Others, and we will miss him dearly. We love you, Braun." Braun's death comes at a time when his parents recently lost their home in the Palisades fire, forcing them to relocate to South Bay, according to the Los Angeles Times. Braun's friends showered his Instagram page with touching messages after he died. "Anyone who got to know you knows how lucky they are. You never met a stranger, and left an impact on everyone you met. I'm going to live and love as big as you every day. You watch the fam from heaven, and I'll keep an eye on them down here. Shotgun one for me up in heaven. Love you Brauny," one person wrote. Loyola High School principal Jamal Adams spoke highly of Braun in a message to staff and students Sunday. "Braun was a shining presence in our Loyola family…bringing light, joy, and inspiration to everyone he touched," Adams wrote. A prayer vigil was held on Sunday evening in remembrance of Braun.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Yahoo
Loyola High School tennis star, 'a shining presence,' killed in Manhattan Beach crash; DUI suspect arrested
Just last month, Loyola High School in Los Angeles celebrated senior Braun Levi for moving into the top national ranks of boys tennis. The 18-year-old bagged another victory just days ago, winning the Mission League doubles championship. In a photo, the beaming Levi stands beside teammate Cooper Schwartz, holding up four fingers — one for each of his four straight league doubles championships. Those achievements had to be a bit of a balm for the Levi family, coming just a few months after their home in Pacific Palisades burned in the January firestorm. The family had relocated to the South Bay. It felt beyond comprehension, then, when Loyola Principal Jamal Adams emailed students and staff of the Catholic Jesuit school Sunday to inform them that Levi had been killed in a traffic accident just hours earlier, a month before his high school graduation. 'Braun was a shining presence in our Loyola family,' Adams wrote, 'bringing light, joy, and inspiration to everyone he touched.' The principal invited the Loyola school family to a prayer vigil on campus Sunday evening. 'All members of our community are welcome to join us as we gather in unity and remembrance,' Adams wrote. Manhattan Beach police said they had arrested a 33-year-old Los Angeles woman on suspicion of drunk driving and homicide in connection with the crash, which they said occurred after midnight Sunday morning. A brief news release from the department said only that a call came in at 12:46 a.m. about a traffic accident involving a pedestrian in the 100 block of South Sepulveda Boulevard. They found the victim, whom they did not identify, lying in the street. The police statement said that Jenia Belt of Los Angeles had been arrested in the crash. Belt remained in the Manhattan Beach jail Sunday, a police watch commander said. Friends showered Levi's social media account with tributes to him. Levi was to attend the University of Virginia in the fall. 'Anyone who got to know you knows how lucky they are,' said one message. 'You never met a stranger, and left an impact on everyone you met. I'm going to live and love as big as you every day.' Said another: "Whether you were lucky enough to cross paths with him for an hour or a lifetime, he left an impression. It was impossible to be sad or bored whenever Braun was around, and his gift for lifting those around him was truly singular." The images from Levi's social media hint at a prototypical Southern California upbringing. He's wading in a High Sierra lake with his family, arm-in-arm with buddies on the beach, posing for a selfie with actor Adam Sandler and rocking a pink suit and a fedora beside a horse racing track. Just two years ago, another Loyola High student-athlete died in the final weeks of his high school career. Ryan Times, a pitcher on the baseball team, was struck and killed by a train in April of 2023, when the school was on spring break. Brian Held, coach of the Loyola varsity tennis team, called Levi, a three-year captain, "probably the most decorated player to ever play for the school." Held also taught Levi in AP Economics and Statistics. "We are all stunned, devastated and heartbroken with this tragedy," Held said via email. "Braun was the most amazing, all-around leader, whom everyone loved, even his opponents. He was just that type of kid — unique and special. As one of his teachers, I witnessed how he brought joy to everyone." Levi is survived by his parents and an older sister. Times staff writer Eric Sondheimer contributed to this report. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
05-05-2025
- Los Angeles Times
Loyola High School tennis star, ‘a shining presence,' killed in Manhattan Beach crash; DUI suspect arrested
Just last month, Loyola High School in Los Angeles celebrated senior Braun Levi for moving into the top national ranks of boys tennis. The 18-year-old bagged another victory just days ago, winning the Mission League doubles championship. In a photo, the beaming Levi stands beside teammate Cooper Schwartz, holding up four fingers — one for each of his four straight league doubles championships. Those achievements had to be a bit of a balm for the Levi family, coming just a few months after their home in Pacific Palisades burned in the January firestorm. The family had relocated to Manhattan Beach. It felt beyond comprehension, then, when Loyola Principal Jamal Adams emailed students and staff of the Catholic Jesuit school Sunday to inform them that Levi had been killed in a traffic accident just hours earlier, a month before his high school graduation. 'Braun was a shining presence in our Loyola family,' Adams wrote, 'bringing light, joy, and inspiration to everyone he touched.' The principal invited the Loyola school family to a prayer vigil on campus Sunday evening. 'All members of our community are welcome to join us as we gather in unity and remembrance,' Adams wrote. Manhattan Beach police said they had arrested a 33-year-old Los Angeles woman on suspicion of drunk driving and homicide in connection with the crash, which they said occurred after midnight Sunday morning. A brief news release from the department said only that a call came in at 12:46 a.m. about a traffic accident involving a pedestrian in the 100 block of South Sepulveda Boulevard. They found the victim, whom they did not identify, lying in the street. The police statement said that Jenia Belt of Los Angeles had been arrested in the crash. Belt remained in the Manhattan Beach jail Sunday, a police watch commander said. Friends showered Levi's social media account with tributes to him. Levi was to attend the University of Virginia in the fall. 'Anyone who got to know you knows how lucky they are,' said one message. 'You never met a stranger, and left an impact on everyone you met. I'm going to live and love as big as you every day.' Said another: 'Whether you were lucky enough to cross paths with him for an hour or a lifetime, he left an impression. It was impossible to be sad or bored whenever Braun was around, and his gift for lifting those around him was truly singular.' The images from Levi's social media hint at a prototypical Southern California upbringing. He's wading in a High Sierra lake with his family, arm-in-arm with buddies on the beach, posing for a selfie with actor Adam Sandler and rocking a pink suit and a fedora beside a horse racing track. Just two years ago, another Loyola High student-athlete died in the final weeks of his high school career. Ryan Times, a pitcher on the baseball team, was struck and killed by a train in April of 2023, when the school was on spring break. Brian Held, coach of the Loyola varsity tennis team, called Levi, a three-year captain, 'probably the most decorated player to ever play for the school.' Held also taught Levi in AP Economics and Statistics. 'We are all stunned, devastated and heartbroken with this tragedy,' Held said via email. 'Braun was the most amazing, all-around leader, whom everyone loved, even his opponents. He was just that type of kid — unique and special. As one of his teachers, I witnessed how he brought joy to everyone.' Levi is survived by his parents and an older sister. Times staff writer Eric Sondheimer contributed to this report.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Marquette student's visa revoked amid Trump administration crackdown
The Brief The Trump administration terminated a Marquette University student's visa. FOX6's Aaron Maybin spoke one-on-one with the university's president. Trump's administration has also taken aim at the education department. MILWAUKEE - The Trump administration terminated a Marquette University student's visa amid a nationwide immigration crackdown. Kimo Ah Yun, the university's president, discussed that and more one-on-one with FOX6's Aaron Maybin on Wednesday. What they're saying Ah Yun confirmed that Marquette University revoked one student's visa. He said it was for "activity that was prior to them being at Marquette." FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android "They do have, it's my understanding, counsel that's working with them. They're going through that process right now," he said. Maybin: "Should any international students who have visas be panicked or scared right now?"Ah Yun: "We live in an environment where we're unsure with everything that is happening." Lawyers for some students at other universities say their visas were revoked suddenly, without warning and without a chance for appeal or corrections. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News "I will say, at Marquette, we're going to continue to support our students. We're going to find ways to make sure they have the answers," Ah Yun said. What they're saying Trump has also called for the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education and taken aim at diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Maybin: "How do you think that could affect Marquette University, Marquette University students?"Ah Yun: "We're dependent of federal assistance, federal aid, federal loans for our students to continue to support it…We continue to see what is happening out there. I think it's going to depend on is it simply just shifting the activities to different areas or might they close some things." Maybin: "How do you deal with everything surrounding DEI, as a leader of color?"Ah Yun: "One of the great things as a Catholic Jesuit institution is you think about belonging and accepting other people and giving people opportunities…Regardless of what we call it, we know what we're called to do, and we'll continue to do that work. What's next Ah Yun will be sworn in as Marquette University's 25th president on April 29, a post the board of trustees elected him to last November. He succeeds Michael Lovell, who died last summer. The Source FOX6 News interviewed Ah Yun for information in this report.
