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Optimism, Concern Follow Trump’s Decision to Tap Former WWE Exec as Education Secretary

Linda McMahon has said little about her views on education, worrying some. But other experts are confident she’s the right woman for the job.

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Opinion

How Colleges Can Pivot to Keep DEI Alive

Colleges can still achieve DEI-related goals through a deliberate integration strategy, Melissa Segal writes.

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Postelection Uncertainty Looms Large for Presidents

At a media dinner in New York Monday, nearly a dozen college presidents fielded questions on a range of topics, but none dominated the discussion more than Trump.

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Is the FAFSA Ready for Prime Time?

The federal aid form could officially launch this week. Hopes for a smooth financial aid cycle, and the Education Department’s chance at redemption, are on the line.

Study: Short-Term Pell May Not Improve Employment

Expanding Pell Grant eligibility to students in short-term credential programs increased enrollment and completion but not employment or earnings, according...
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What’s at Stake for Science as Trump Returns

No one knows exactly how President-elect Trump’s second term will shape science and research policy, but judging from his first four years, he will likely focus on budget cuts and research security.

Midyear Budget Cuts Anticipated in Connecticut

Connecticut governor Ned Lamont, a Democrat, ordered midyear budget cuts for higher education institutions despite projections that the state will...
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As Trump Threatens Deportations, Campus Leaders Tread Carefully

Colleges are considering what supports they can offer undocumented students. Some leaders feel constrained in what they can publicly say or legally promise.