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Governing State Governing Boards
Utah revamped its Board of Higher Education to emphasize more centralized oversight. Some other states are doing the same, leading some observers to wonder if the decisions are being driven by politics or efficiency.
DEI Standoff Derails a State Budget
Wisconsin Republicans want to slash funding to the University of Wisconsin over DEI efforts, but Democrats are defiant. The stalemate has put the entire state budget on ice.
New College of Florida Denies Contract to DeSantis Critic
Public Lifelines for Private Colleges
A new state loan program for struggling private colleges will likely save Birmingham-Southern College from closure. But experts don’t expect similar efforts to catch on.
A ‘Bold’ Approach to Community College Funding
Texas community college leaders and advocates eagerly await a new outcomes-based funding model for their institutions.
The New Florida Presidential Profile
Conservative politicians are increasingly being considered for college presidencies in Florida as the governor seeks to impose Republican priorities on higher education.
When Governors Seek the Presidency
Florida governor Ron DeSantis announced a presidential run Wednesday after a legislative session that imposed dramatic changes on public higher education. What does it mean for his candidacy?