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Education Department Lays Off Nearly Half of Staff

Education Department Lays Off Nearly Half of Staff

Inside Higher Ed Liam Knox, Jessica Blake and Katherine Knott March 11, 2025 McMahon said the reductions are a “significant step toward restoring the greatness of the United States education system.” Critics say they are reckless and will lead to chaos and confusion. The Education Department laid off “nearly 50 […]

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Education Department Lays Off Nearly Half of Staff

Education Department Lays Off Nearly Half of Staff

Inside Higher Ed  Lim Knox, Jessica Blake and Katherine Knott March 11, 2025 McMahon said the reductions are a “significant step toward restoring the greatness of the United States education system.” Critics say they are reckless and will lead to chaos and confusion. The Education Department laid off “nearly 50 […]

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Business School Accreditor Removes DEI Standards

Business School Accreditor Removes DEI Standards

Inside Higher Ed  Liam Knox March 10, 2025 The primary business school accrediting body has cut diversity, equity and inclusion from its reporting standards amid federal attacks on DEI, according to The Financial Times. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business replaced the words “diversity and inclusion” with “community […]

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What Republican Voters Want for Higher Ed

What Republican Voters Want for Higher Ed

Inside Higher Ed Sara Weissman March 10, 2025 Republican voters believe in the value of college degrees but harbor concerns about accountability and affordability, according to a new national survey conducted by Third Way, a center-left think tank, and GS Strategy Group, a Republican polling group. The survey of 500 Republican […]

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The Future of Apprenticeships Under Trump

The Future of Apprenticeships Under Trump

Inside Higher Ed  Sara Weissman March 7, 2025 Proponents of apprenticeships expect meaningful support for the programs under Trump, though some worry his other policies could have negative effects on the system. Advocates for apprenticeship programs came into a second Trump administration with a rosy outlook on their future. Historically, […]

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Draft Order Offers Hints to How Trump Wants to Shut Down the Department

Draft Order Offers Hints to How Trump Wants to Shut Down the Department

Inside Higher Ed Jessica Blake March 6, 2025 The leaked draft gives higher ed leaders some idea of what could happen next. A draft executive order obtained Thursday by Inside Higher Ed directs the newly confirmed education secretary, Linda McMahon, to “take all necessary steps” to return authority over education to […]

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OPM partnerships decline, forcing higher ed to fee-for-service

OPM partnerships decline, forcing higher ed to fee-for-service

University Business Michelle Centamore March 4, 2025 As universities explore new ways to manage online programs, fee-for-service agreements are emerging as the leading model. With its growing popularity, colleges must navigate the benefits of flexibility alongside increased financial responsibility. The $5 billion Online Program Management industry, which helps universities develop […]

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