College Tuition, Accreditation & Funding Challenges
Tuition discounting rises. Judge overrules research cost limits. New accrediting agency formed. Colleges face deficits, faculty cuts amid funding shifts and accreditation concerns.
College Sports: Revenue Sharing, Equity, and the Future Landscape
Colleges adapt to revenue sharing, impacting football, basketball, and women's sports. Legal battles and financial strategies shape the future of college athletics and athlete compensation. Congress interference is a concern.
DOGE’s Impact on Grants.gov: Funding Delays & Control Changes
DOGE's takeover of Grants.gov caused delays in funding announcements, including support for Holocaust survivors. Controls are shifting post-Elon Musk, impacting government grant procedures and fraud prevention.
Stanford University: Budget Cuts, Layoffs & Endowment Challenges
Stanford University faces budget cuts and potential layoffs due to federal funding changes. Endowment tax and research funding reductions pose significant challenges to maintaining education and research quality.
Graduate Student Loans: New Restrictions & Impact on Education
New restrictions on federal graduate loans may impact university funding and instructional equity. Caps could limit access for low-income students and worsen healthcare shortages. Unlimited loans also raise concerns about debt and degree value.
College Credit Transfer: Student Experiences & Success
Dual enrollment students share transfer experiences. Credit transfer challenges, program advantages & self-advocacy impact college success. Process improvement is needed.
CTE Programs: Funding Shift to Labor Dept. Sparks Debate
Proposed move of CTE program funding to the Labor Dept. raises concerns about program complexity and focus shift from long-term educational development. Supporters fear impact on $1.4B K-12 programs.
Federal Funding Cuts Impacting Colleges & Universities
Federal funding cuts are impacting colleges and universities, with court rulings blocking some measures. Institutions are facing budget deficits and considering austerity measures.
College Sports Shakeup: $2.8B Settlement & New Financials
A $2.8B settlement is reshaping college sports, enabling athlete pay and impacting university finances. Schools face new costs, explore revenue streams, and adjust budgets amid funding concerns.
Reforming Academic Publishing: Beyond Paywalls & Profit
Academic publishing faces crises with peer review & access. Kennedy's solution is flawed; university-led, open access models & incentivized peer review are key to reform, breaking from for-profit publishers.
Temple University: Budget Cuts & Financial Challenges
Temple University faces a $60M structural deficit for 2026. Measures include minimizing settlement costs, addressing funding obstacles, and growing total registration to balance the budget.
Gaza War: US University Response & Student Protests
The Gaza war and US university reactions to pro-Palestinian protests are reshaping student engagement. A new film highlights the growing student movement and faculty support, especially after activist arrests.
Academia Under Threat: Uncertainty & Student Support
American academia faces uncertainty due to funding cuts and political pressures. Institutions focus on student support amidst instability and evolving regulations. International students are particularly vulnerable.
College Cost Transparency: Making College Affordable
Colleges are working to improve cost transparency with tools like the Immediate Net Cost Estimator to help families understand college affordability and overcome the perception of exorbitant tuition fees.
Tulane Freeman Online MBA: Culture, Quality & Support
Tulane Freeman's online MBA blends academic quality, flexibility & support with New Orleans culture. Program focuses on working professionals, offering unique career assistance and a connected community.
Trustees, Presidents, and Higher Ed Governance: A Complex Relationship
Boards' fiduciary duties, presidential contracts, and oversight challenges in higher education. Conflicts, power dynamics, and the need for trustee training for better governance. A president's perspective.
Student Attendance & Success: Professor Insights
Professor Hartert's research reveals attendance strongly predicts student success. Studies highlight challenges: work, mental health, finances. Active learning & flexibility can boost engagement.