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  • 2026 May


    Minnesota In-State Tuition Law: DOJ Lawsuit & Court Ruling

    Minnesota In-State Tuition Law: DOJ Lawsuit & Court Ruling

    A federal court rejected the DOJ's lawsuit against Minnesota's law allowing in-state tuition for eligible undocumented students. The DOJ appealed, questioning if the law unfairly benefits noncitizens over citizens.


    University Faces Layoffs Amid Funding Cuts & Program Suspensions

    University Faces Layoffs Amid Funding Cuts & Program Suspensions

    A public university is considering laying off 160 employees due to federal funding uncertainties and financial challenges. This comes as numerous academic programs are suspended or merged, impacting students and staff.


    Education’s Shifting Landscape: On-Campus vs. Online

    Education’s Shifting Landscape: On-Campus vs. Online

    Universities face a dilemma balancing student demand for flexible online courses with the benefits of in-person learning. Declining public funding and the need for enrollment mass challenge the traditional campus experience, impacting course offerings and student engagement.


    New Loan Limits May Restrict Student Access to Healthcare Careers

    New Loan Limits May Restrict Student Access to Healthcare Careers

    The Trump administration's new loan limits for postbaccalaureate programs could limit student access and weaken healthcare career pipelines. Professional organizations plan legal challenges, arguing the caps create unnecessary obstacles and threaten the healthcare workforce.