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NEWS BRIEFS: Governor Intervenes, U. of Louisville President Steps Down

From WaPost: “University of Louisville President James Ramsey will step down and the school’s governing board will be reorganized under …

by Future U/ June 18, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed, Society/

PERSPECTIVES: Recovering From A Community Catastrophe

Here’s a thoughtful piece written by Mark Wyckoff, Land Policy Institute, Michigan State University.

by Future U/ June 17, 2016/ Perspectives, Public Higher Ed, Society/

PERSPECTIVES: How To Manage Student Debt

On average, it’s estimated that this year’s graduates have accumulated nearly $40k in student debt. How to respond? Read recommendations …

by Future U/ June 14, 2016/ Perspectives, Public Higher Ed, Society/

PERSPECTIVES: Naming Law School After Justice Scalia Is Important

Read why in this Washington Post Op Ed written by a George Mason law student.

by Future U/ June 14, 2016/ Perspectives, Public Higher Ed, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: UMich, Mich St. To Receive Less in State Budget Than 5 Years Ago

As far as state funding goes, several public universities in Michigan–including flagship schools–haven’t recovered from the “Great Recession.” Read more here.

by Future U/ June 7, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: National Student Debt Stands At $1.26 Trillion Dollars

College debt is the 2nd largest debt category nationally behind home mortgages. The total amount is greater than debt from credit cards or auto …

by Future U/ June 6, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: Presidential Architect of Virginia Tech Dies

The New York Times profiles the life and contributions of Dr. T. Marshall Hahn, Jr., who transformed Tech from an …

by Future U/ June 5, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed/

PERSPECTIVES: In Higher Education, This is Charles Koch’s Philanthropic Quest

This Washington Post article, based on an interview with the industrialist, offers insights into why and toward what end of his philanthropic …

by Future U/ June 5, 2016/ Perspectives, Public Higher Ed, Society/

PERSPECTIVES: Percent of Young Americans Unemployed With College Degrees

Do you know the answer? Take the quiz and read the commentary. From The New York Times.

by Future U/ June 3, 2016/ Perspectives, Public Higher Ed, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: Fed Report Finds College Debt Load Contributes to Economic Struggles

“Median debt across degree levels…bachelor’s, $19k; master’s, $36k; professional degree, $100k. Average monthly bill: over $500.” And that’s the good news. Read more.

by Future U/ June 3, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed, Society/

PERSPECTIVES: Commentary on Higher Education’s “Discount Rate”

Professor Wu believes it’s creating a crisis. Read his Huffington Post commentary.

by Future U/ June 1, 2016/ Perspectives, Public Higher Ed, Society/

PERSPECTIVES: CUNY’s Financial Struggles Continue, Solutions Needed

CUNY’s financial devolution has entered the crisis stage. Read more including letters from the public about the situation.

by Future U/ June 1, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: New Web Sites Offer Alternative for Reporting Campus Sexual Assaults

Callisto and Lighthouse. Read more about the systems, how they work, and the advantages of use.

by Future U/ June 1, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed, Society/

PERSPECTIVES: Intramural Sports Get Lost in Intercollegiate Sports Hype

It’s the forgotten topic in American college sports–intramurals. Read more here.

by Future U/ May 28, 2016/ Perspectives, Public Higher Ed, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: Is It “Better” For Students To Graduate In 4 Years?

Politicians want students to speed up matriculation, to graduate in four years. But what’s the trade-off for students and their …

by Future U/ May 26, 2016/ News Briefs, Public Higher Ed, Society/

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