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GAO Report on Students’ Food Insecurity Highlights SNAP Gap
The latest federal study on food insecurity among college students underscores the need for more systemic changes to the federal food-assistance program.
Innovative Teacher-Prep Programs Aim to Fix K-12 Shortages
Enrollment in teacher-preparation programs is still about 45 percent lower than in 2010, but there are signs it’s rebounding. Some experts credit a spate of efforts to make getting a teaching degree more affordable.
Biden’s SAVE Plan Blocked by Federal Court
An emergency stay issued Thursday prompted calls for the Education Department to pause student loan payments for borrowers. The agency says it is assessing its options following the ruling.
Latest G.I. Bill Studies Show Institution Type Influences Veteran Outcomes
Locking In a FAFSA Deadline
A House committee advanced a bill to mandate the FAFSA be released by Oct. 1 going forward. Democrats and higher ed advocacy groups are split over the proposal.
The College Board’s FAFSA Takeover
The embattled Federal Student Aid office enlisted executives from the nonprofit to help launch next year’s aid form. Is it a necessary shake-up or an ethical blunder?
Rules Banning Transcript Holds, Expanding Overtime Now in Effect
A suite of new regulations governing higher education took effect Monday. Here’s what you should know about the key measures now in place—and the legal challenges they face.
Supreme Court Decision Weakens Education Department
After the justices struck down a 40-year precedent last week, experts warn of chaos for higher education amid doubts about the future of Title IX and gainful employment, among other policies.