Income-Driven Repayment Plans Push Black Students into Debt
The solution of lowering monthly payments can help student loan borrowers, but the interest rates still make it hard for them to repay their balances. On the Hechinger Report.
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Looming Budget Cuts at UNC-Chapel Hill
Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz announced the cuts last week, which target personnel and operating funds to close a $200 million hole. On BusinessNC.
Cancel Culture in Higher Ed
The National Association of Scholars has tracked more than 100 instances of cancel culture in American and Canadian universities. On NAS.
The Benefits of Simplifying the FAFSA
The FAFSA will be easier to complete, which means low-income students could see a boost in financial aid. On Open Campus.
The Agenda for the Next NC Community College President
Funding, professor pay, and staffing issues loom large for Thomas Stith as he heads the community college system. On EdNC.
A COVID-19 Cluster at Chapel Hill—Before Classes Start
The cluster was found at Carmichael Residence Hall, which also had an outbreak in the fall. On Indyweek.
In Chicago, a Tale of Two Colleges
While the University of Chicago lives up to its free speech commitment, Northwestern is much more susceptible to group-motivated condemnation. On Law & Liberty.
After Free Speech Violations, Colleges May Have to Pay
A court case involving Georgia Gwinnett College could mark a shift in free speech decisions. On the Daily Signal.
Possible Replacement for U of California Standardized Test
A test given to high school juniors may serve as a replacement, though two advisory groups didn't want it to replicate admissions decisions. On Higher Ed Dive.
The Ways to Measure the Value of College
Different approaches have tried to figure out the ROI of a college degree, but they don't share a common dataset or unifying principle. On Inside Higher Ed.