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Section: Leadership & Policy
Leadership & Policy
Texas Bill Aims to Revamp Funding System for State Community College Districts
A new bill has been introduced in the Texas legislature that would revamp how the state gives its community colleges money.
March 7, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Dr. John W. Miller Jr. Appointed Dean of the Raymond A. Kent School of Social Work and Family Science at the University of Louisville
Dr. John W. Miller Jr. will become dean of The University of Louisville’s Raymond A. Kent School of Social Work and Family Science, pending trustee approval.
March 6, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Dr. Altheia Richardson Appointed First CDO and VP for DEI and Belonging at Newberry College
Dr. Altheia Richardson will become the first chief diversity officer and vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Newberry College.
March 6, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Judge Orders North Idaho College to Reinstate NIC President Placed on Leave Without Cause
North Idaho College has been court-ordered to reinstate NIC President Nick Swayne, who was placed on administrative leave without cause last year.
March 6, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Jackson State President Thomas Hudson Put on Administrative Leave, Temporary Acting President Appointed
The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning has placed Jackson State University President Thomas Hudson on administrative leave with pay, effective immediately.
March 3, 2023
Reports & Data
New Analysis Shows Boost in Aid Eligibility from FAFSA Simplification
43% of students in the data who did not qualify for Pell Grants would now be eligible
March 3, 2023
Students
Education Department Begins Discharging Loans of Borrowers Alleging Fraud from Colleges
The U.S. Department of Education is now discharging student loans of borrowers alleging they were defrauded by their colleges after a federal judge recently ruled that a $6 billion settlement could proceed.
March 3, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Education Department Clarifies When It Can Require Institution Leaders to Assume Personal Liability for Unpaid Debts
The Education Department has released guidance on Higher Education Act provisions that allow requiring leaders of private colleges failing to operate with financial responsibility to assume personal liability for unpaid debts.
March 2, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Senators Reintroduce Bills to Help Inform Students about College Loans and Financial Aid
Sens. Tina Smith and Chuck Grassley have reintroduced three bills to help students and families make informed decisions about borrowing for college.
March 1, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Dr. Janelle Scott Voted President-Elect of AERA
Dr. Janelle Scott has been voted president-elect of AERA. She will begin in her new role at the end of the association’s 2024 annual meeting.
March 1, 2023
Students
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris Announces $175 Million in Internet Access Funding for HBCUs
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has announced $175 million in Internet funding for HBCUs.
February 28, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Fight Over Student Debt Cancellation Hits Supreme Court
Attorneys and justices debated standing and the merits of the challenges to the Biden administration's plan.
February 28, 2023
Campus Climate
Students and Faculty to Demonstrate During New College of Florida Trustees Meeting
February 28, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Dr. Ruth Simmons Appointed Senior Adviser on HBCU Engagement for Harvard President
Dr. Ruth Simmons, president of Prairie View A&M University, will become a senior adviser to the president of Harvard University on engagement with HBCUs.
February 28, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Chanelle Whittaker Becomes VP for Equity, Culture, and Talent at Prince George’s Community College
Chanelle Whittaker takes on the role of vice president for equity, culture, and talent at Prince George’s Community College.
February 27, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Jarvis Christian University President and CEO Dr. Lester C. Newman Announces June Retirement
Jarvis Christian University President and CEO Dr. Lester C. Newman will retire in June.
February 27, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Hochul Proposes Nearly $7.5B for Higher Ed in FY24
The funding was hailed by some, but others said that it wasn't enough
February 24, 2023
Leadership & Policy
Dr. J. Luke Wood Appointed to California Racial Equity Commission
Dr. J. Luke Wood has been appointed to serve on the California Racial Equity Commission, the state's Senate Rules Committee.
February 24, 2023
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