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🎓 Provo News: Rejection from MIT & BYU, Backlash against Texas.

🎓 Provo News: Rejection from MIT & BYU, Backlash against Texas.

Issue#042

April 26, 2024

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Local News

Trenton Caldwell's Rejection from MIT and BYU

Trenton Caldwell, a high school senior with a perfect ACT score, faced rejection from MIT and BYU, leaving him puzzled about the reasons behind it. Despite his rigorous academic workload, including seven AP classes, and his mother's emphasis on academics, he was shocked by the outcome. Meanwhile, the University of Utah has adopted a test-optional policy for admissions, recognizing that GPA is a better predictor of academic success than standardized test scores. This decision aims to provide applicants with more flexibility in the admissions process.

National News

Charges Dropped Due to Lack of Probable Cause

Texas Governor Greg Abbott faced criticism for deploying state troopers, including some on horseback, to suppress pro-Palestine protests at the University of Texas at Austin. Dozens were arrested, including a journalist, sparking backlash from Democrats. However, charges were dropped due to lack of probable cause, with many arrestees not affiliated with the university. The incident reflects broader unrest on US campuses, including violent clashes at Emory University and disruptions at the University of Southern California's commencement ceremony.

International News

Trial Approval for Andrew Tate in Romania

A court in Bucharest, Romania, has ruled that a trial can proceed in the case of influencer Andrew Tate, who faces charges of human trafficking, rape, and forming a criminal gang to exploit women. Tate, along with his brother and two Romanian women, was arrested in December 2022. The trial date has not been set yet, and Tate's spokesperson announced plans to appeal the ruling. Tate, known for his social media presence, denies the allegations, claiming a political conspiracy against him. He has been previously banned from several social media platforms for expressing misogynistic views and hate speech.

College Sports

McCae Hillstead Transfers to BYU

Former Utah State quarterback McCae Hillstead has announced his transfer to BYU, bolstering the Cougars' quarterback roster. Hillstead, who started four games for Utah State as a true freshman in 2023, brings valuable experience and skills to Provo. Despite his departure, Utah State has added new quarterbacks, including transfers from Iowa and Utah. Hillstead's decision adds depth to BYU's already large quarterback room, which includes several returning players and transfers from other schools.