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Cardona Calls Off Commencement Speech Because of Strike

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona canceled a planned commencement speech at the University of Washington over the weekend because of an...
A group of protesters sitting on steps with signs. One sign reads "Protect Diversity Equity Inclusion."

DEI as an ‘Act of Resistance’

Political and legal attacks have made DEI work challenging in many states. Some professionals are leaving, but those who stay say they’re fighting for students, faculty and the future of college equity.

A green line on a chart shows the increasing rates of delinquency among student loan borrowers in the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's sample.

More Borrowers at Risk of Defaulting

With student loan payments set to resume, a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau report shows more borrowers are struggling. “The situation is worse than we could have imagined,” one advocate said.

A photo of VMI superintendent Cedric Wins, who is Black and wearing a military uniform, and Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin, who is white and wearing a business suit and red tie, standing together

A Battle Over DEI in Central Virginia

Despite their differences, both the Virginia Military Institute and the University of Virginia have defended diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the face of criticism.

A sign that says The Fiscal Responsibility Act rests on a podium as Speaker Kevin McCarthy speaks behind it.

‘Tough Choices’ Ahead on Federal Budget

Lawmakers voted to not spend more money on domestic programs in order to avert default. That doesn’t leave much wiggle room for appropriators to increase the Pell Grant or give more money to Federal Student Aid.

Conn. Institutions and Lawmakers Reach Funding Deal

Connecticut governor Ned Lamont and leaders of the state’s higher education institutions reached a deal Monday to shore up higher...
A man in a suit stands at a raised podium above another man and a woman, backed by gold and red curtains.

Legislating an Honest Look at College Cost

State legislation to improve transparency about the cost of a degree has earned bipartisan support. Some worry about political motives and unintended consequences.

LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne taking a selfie with fans

The Current State of NIL

Athletics officials will lobby lawmakers this week for a federal bill governing name, image and likeness as the NCAA and conferences contend with a patchwork of state laws.