Margaret Attridge

Contributing Writer

Contributors/Margaret Attridge

Education

BA Journalism and BA Government and Politics, University of Maryland, College Park

Margaret Attridge is a news reporter for BestColleges focusing on higher education news stories in California. She graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in May 2022 with a BA in journalism and government and politics.

Read Margaret's Latest Articles

California Law Protects Community College Students From Deadnaming

It was already illegal to use students' former names on diplomas and academic records. Now, community colleges will have to use affirmed names on all records.

October 17, 2022

Celebrity-Focused Courses Show College Isn’t The Same as It Was

Harry Styles, Nicki Minaj, and Taylor Swift are among the stars that will be in the academic spotlight this school year.

October 14, 2022

[Your College] x Lululemon: Inside The Apparel Brand’s Campus Takeover

Lululemon is partnering with select colleges across the country to sell school-branded athletic gear. Retailers report it's selling out in hours.

October 13, 2022

UC Law School Sued By Namesake’s Descendants Over Name Change

The school's name was changed to the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, following a process that found Serranus Hastings organized the killing of Native Americans.

October 11, 2022

Washington, D.C., Wants to Make Master’s in Social Work Program Free

A proposed bill would provide scholarships to district residents who want to pursue an advanced degree in behavioral health at the University of the District of Columbia.

October 5, 2022

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