FROM HIGHER ED DIVE: “In the latest poll, half of Republicans said they have very little or no confidence in higher education, compared with just 11% who said the same in 2015, and 12% of Democrats who reported little or no confidence in 2024. Respondents with low faith in colleges frequently cited their belief that the institutions attempt to “indoctrinate” students, fail to teach students relevant skills, and leave graduates struggling to find jobs.” Read more here.
NEWS BRIEFS: Gallup Says Lower Confidence in Higher Education is “Largely Political”
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