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Thousands of Florida students scramble as college financial aid flaws mount

Design issues have led to more errors, the latest problem to surface with the new FAFSA form.

A top state official said the governor was personally involved as a wave of protests at state universities prompted a reaction.

The issue is at the heart of demonstrations that have swept across Florida and the nation.

Law enforcement officials defend a decision to use tear gas on protesters, but some say they went too far.

But their demonstrations so far have been quieter, with less police involvement.

It’s not the first time the university has been asked to alter its investments, but its response in 1987 was different from today’s.

Applications for federal college grants and loans are down 33% in the state, and down over 40% at the poorest schools.

Brandon High hopes the county’s second college and career center will get students started on “next steps.”

Officials say they won’t meet demands to change the university’s investment policies. A protester responds: “We will starve ourselves” until they do.

Academics say it’s a solid course for college and university students, but they wish the state didn’t downgrade sociology.