New polling shows it’s an unpopular strategy.
The Dispatch
A biweekly newsletter about the role of higher ed in society. Each week, we highlight how college is (or is not) working for citizens and communities.
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Midwestern college students face higher than average costs
A new analysis finds that several Midwestern states have few truly affordable public universities.
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Nutrition education programs shutter amid funding cuts
SNAP-Ed programs teach low-income families about healthy eating habits and food preparation.
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Political climate stirs fear on campuses
“It has the effect of making things that used to be easy, much harder.”
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Higher ed’s ‘hunker-down mindset’
A tight housing market and a fragile job market mean those working in higher ed have fewer options than ever.
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‘Self-inflicted wounds’ at the Education Department
The department-wide staff reduction is hurting colleges and low-income students, says ACE expert.
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Billions of dollars in federal funding cuts
President Donald Trump’s administration has targeted hundreds of colleges and universities with funding cuts.
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A new era for “Workforce Pell”
Workforce Pell is a continuation of a red meat issue for the Trump administration and state leaders across the country.
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The power of local reporting on higher ed
Our work is influencing policymakers and strengthening communities.
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What Dept. of Education cuts mean for borrowers
Trump administration cuts to the Department of Education have saddled financial aid professionals and potential borrowers with higher workloads and long processing times.