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Colleges Sing for Their FAFSA Supper
The Education Department is dispensing money and advisers to help “underresourced” colleges navigate the new FAFSA. But which institutions will be eligible?
Potential Breakthrough on Federal Student Data System
After long opposing bipartisan efforts to track student outcomes, Republican Virginia Foxx has proposed a version of one. But some data advocates say her bill comes up short.
Gentle Parenting Is Not So Gentle on Parents: Academic Minute
New Presidents or Provosts: Boston U, Colorado State, Ivy Tech–Lake County, New College, Trinity Christian, Union College
Enrollment Losses Expose Vulnerabilities of Academic Museums
The University of New Hampshire’s Museum of Art has closed amid a $14 million budget shortfall. Ill-advised administrative oversight may have played a role.
Positive Partnership: Connecting Local Employers and Institutions to Stop the Brain Drain
The Baton Rouge Area Chamber serves as a bridge between local colleges and small businesses to promote economic flourishing in the area and connect students to careers.
Helping Local Nonstudents Find Internships
Prairie State College in Illinois connects underemployed young people in the local Cook County area with internships—and, sometimes, an education.
There’s a Better Way to Apply for Student Aid
The new FAFSA’s troubled rollout raises questions about both the form and process, Jim Blew and Art Hauptman write.