Universities should unite on the principle that research funding must not be contingent upon political agendas. This stance is crucial for preserving academic independence. Last autumn, the Trump administration presented a proposal to nine leading universities in the country. These institutions faced a choice: endorse a 10-page agreement aligning with the administration’s priorities to secure...
Every fall, countless American families go to great lengths to ensure their children access higher education. Parents and caregivers often work extra hours, delay their retirement plans, incur debts, or prioritize college expenses over other needs. They do so with the belief that a college education can offer their children opportunities they themselves never experienced....
When Mike O’Shea began his journey at St. Laurence High School in Burbank ten years ago, he didn’t foresee the extent of growth and transformation the school would undergo. O’Shea, who graduated in 2020 and serves on the alumni associate board, was among the few from Lemont at his grammar school to attend St. Laurence....
Every college and university should have a common stance: research funding from the U.S. government must not be tied to political agendas of any administration. Recently, a proposal made by the former Trump administration has sparked discussions in academic circles. Nine prominent universities in the U.S. were presented with a choice. These institutions could either...
Each autumn, countless American families invest tremendous effort and resources to finance their children’s college education. Many parents put in extra hours at work, delay their retirement plans, incur debt, or forego other essential needs. Their motivation lies in the hope that higher education will offer the opportunities they themselves were unable to access. The...
Every autumn, millions of American families make significant sacrifices to send their children to college. Parents and caregivers often work extra hours, delay their retirement plans, take on additional debt, or put aside other priorities. Their belief is that higher education offers opportunities that were out of reach for them. Families place great trust in...
Each fall, countless American families make significant sacrifices to send their children to college. They often work extra hours, delay retirement, or incur debt, all because they see higher education as a gateway to opportunities they never had. Universities have a responsibility to handle every tuition dollar with the same diligence that families use in...
The Education Department is set to move millions of federal student loan borrowers into a costlier repayment plan. This will happen if borrowers fail to exit the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan. The SAVE plan, which originates from the Biden administration, has become defunct, and the Trump administration aimed to eliminate it. This...
University of Michigan Students Report Freshman Year Challenges Students at the University of Michigan have expressed difficulties during their initial semester as freshmen. These challenges range from academic pressures to the social adjustments of university life. Mental Health Initiatives by University Officials In response to these student reports, university officials are taking measures to support...
Tuskegee University President Dr. Mark Brown, a retired Air Force major general, has defended the institution’s emphasis on student dress and conduct standards. Brown states the policy aims to prepare students for the workplace. “If you raise the bar, students will reach it,” Brown said in an interview. “Why don’t we raise the bar? That’s...