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What to Know About Trump’s Definition of Professional Degrees
Social media critics have focused on the fact that certain female-dominated careers, like nursing, are “no longer” recognized as professional. But the term didn’t mean much before Congress passed new loan caps.
Breaking Down McMahon’s Latest Effort to Diminish the Education Dept.
Four federal agencies will administer dozens of grant programs at the Education Department—a move that Trump officials are touting as a key step toward their goal of shutting down the agency.
McMahon Defends Dismantling ED to Department Staff
In a recording obtained by Inside Higher Ed, the secretary explained why she’s moving several grant programs to other federal agencies and how it could benefit students.
Dismantling of ED Earns Some Praise Amid the Gloom
Numerous higher ed leaders, advocates and politicians weighed in on McMahon’s plan to ship several ED programs to other agencies. Here’s a snapshot of what they said.
McMahon Breaks Up More of the Education Department
Trump officials announced six agreements with four agencies to take over some of ED’s responsibilities.
What to Know About Crucial Changes to Student Loans
The Education Department recently wrapped up talks over how to change the student loan system. Here’s what borrowers should know about what’s ahead.
With Government Reopened, Will Education Department Staff Return?
Some Education Department employees were deemed essential, so colleges and universities will see little change once the government reopens. Policy experts are less confident that laid-off employees will be able to return to work.