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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with Secretary of Education Linda McMahon during an executive order signing ceremony in the Roosevelt Room of the White House.
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with Secretary of Education Linda McMahon during an executive order signing ceremony in the Roosevelt Room of the White House.

New PSLF Rule Could Limit Debt Relief Access for Thousands

August 19, 2025

Student advocates and higher ed lobbyists fear the suggested changes could lead to a shortfall in employees to fill high-demand, low-wage jobs.

Attendees of SHEEO conference in the main ballroom
Attendees of SHEEO conference in the main ballroom

At SHEEO Conference, State Leaders Plot a Way Forward

August 18, 2025

Despite acknowledging a “radically different policy environment” in D.C., state commissioners and policy staff remain confident in the mission and value of higher ed.

A collage of President Donald Trump, the scales of justice and the Supreme Court building.
A collage of President Donald Trump, the scales of justice and the Supreme Court building.
The Education Department building
The Education Department building
Wooden blocks spelling out the words "AFFIRMATIVE ACTION" against a plain dark background.
Wooden blocks spelling out the words "AFFIRMATIVE ACTION" against a plain dark background.
President of American Federation of Teachers Randi Weingarten speaks to members of MomsRising.
President of American Federation of Teachers Randi Weingarten speaks to members of MomsRising.

After Months of Lawsuits, Courts Stymie Some of Trump’s Higher Ed Agenda

August 12, 2025

Despite victories at the district and appellate level, higher education advocates remain cautious as the Supreme Court sides with Trump.

A view of the Department of Education building from ground level
A view of the Department of Education building from ground level

Hearing Spotlights Concerns Heading Into Rule Making for ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

August 8, 2025

College leaders, students and advocates weighed in on which degree programs should face certain loan caps and how to hold certificate programs accountable, among other issues.

Students with sign outside building
Students with sign outside building