College Affordability: Pell Grants & Rising Costs
NCAN data shows college affordability challenges for low-income students. Pell Grants help, but rising housing costs & HEERF funding loss impact community colleges. Unmet financial need persists.
College Completion Gaps: Socioeconomic Disparities Persist
College completion rates show socioeconomic gaps. Cost perception and alternative options impact decisions. High-poverty schools see lower rates, with non-degree interest rising. Students may not feel ready for postsecondary path.
McNair Scholars Program: Grant Delays & Legal Challenges
Delays in McNair Scholars Program grants & a legal challenge raise concerns. Advocates fear for first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students seeking graduate degrees, potentially impacting future researchers.
UW-Stevens Point & NTC Partnership: Expanding Access
UW-Stevens Point partners with Northcentral Technical College (NTC) in Wausau, aiming to expand degree programs and offer student support. Some UW campuses have shuttered recently, but new collaborations are sought.
Academic Freedom & Student Retribution: A College Instructor’s Perspective
Reflections on academic freedom, student retribution, and the chilling effect of online harassment on college instructors. Includes insights on fostering critical thinking and the vulnerability of educators.
Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA Founder, Dies: Reactions & Legacy
Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA founder, died after a shooting. Trump, Obama & others reacted. Kirk's conservative activism & controversies sparked debate on higher ed. Violence condemned.
University of Chicago: Budget Cuts & Financial Challenges
The University of Chicago faces budget cuts due to rising expenses and policy changes, impacting staff, programs, and construction projects. Focus on financial 2024, Ph.D. programs and Trump administration's policy.
Higher Education Governance: Board Engagement & Challenges
University boards face increased scrutiny. Focus on financial health, faculty governance, and AI impact. Enhance communication, board education, and address financial worries for strategic focus.
Ono Hired by Ellison Institute: Global President Role
Santa Ono appointed Global President of Ellison Institute in Oxford after leaving Michigan and unsuccessful UF presidency bid. Focus: science programs and research advancement. Ono previously led Universities of Cincinnati & British Columbia.
Geographic Distribution: Labor, Education, and Market Dynamics
Geographic distribution impacts labor markets, especially in education. Community colleges spread across regions create monopsonies, affecting job options and employee leverage. Clustering offers advantages but carries risks. Market and education dynamics analyzed.
Early Decision Lawsuit: College Admissions & Financial Aid
A lawsuit targets 32 universities over early decision admissions, alleging unfair financial aid practices and reduced competition for students. Plaintiffs claim inflated costs and inequality.
College Access & Funding: Trends, Policies & Costs
College access disparities, funding cuts, Trump directives, and rising costs impact students. A new admissions initiative in Alabama simplifies the process. Families spend ~$31,000 annually.
Early Decision Lawsuit: Financial Aid Concerns
A lawsuit alleges early decision policies restrict students' ability to compare financial aid offers, potentially leading to less aid. Students feel pressured and lose bargaining power. Includes top universities.
Trump’s Order: Scrutinizing College Admissions & Racial Bias
Trump's order targets racial bias in college admissions post-SFFA ruling, demanding transparency and data reporting. Critics question data analysis capabilities. Impact on diversity & equity is debated.
Trump’s Policies Impacting Colleges: Funding Cuts & Probes
President Trump's policies trigger college upheavals: funding cuts, civil rights probes (Duke, UCLA), policy changes. Colleges navigate expenses, research losses, and aggressive environment.
Brown University: Research Funds Restored, Deal with Trump Administration
Brown University secures restoration of $510M in frozen research funds, agreeing to modifications including adopting specific definitions. No settlement paid. The agreement ensures Brown will continue to be the Brown.
Rethinking Higher Education: Purpose, Value, and the Liberal Arts
Regional Public Universities (RPUs) face an identity crisis. Focus shifts from rigorous liberal arts to metrics, skills, and 'student success,' marginalizing soul-crafting and humanistic learning. A call to re-evaluate the core academic product.