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Tennessee State cites past underfunding as cause of problems

Confessions of a Community College Dean

But the university’s longtime president, Glenda Glover, alumni and other supporters of the Nashville institution have argued against a proposal that would place the institution under the oversight of the Tennessee Board of Regents, the governing board for 37 technical and community colleges in the state. million, from $5.2

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Effective University Leadership – What Does It Take?

The Change Leader, Inc.

For instance, the University of Montanas new president will step into an institution beset by multiple difficulties, including declining enrollment, budget issues, and an intense focus on campus rape, which includes a federal investigation and inclusion in bestselling author Jon Krakauers book on the subject.

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5 Focus Areas for Campus Presidents Amidst Decreasing Trust

Campus Sonar

And no wonder—in 1990, state-per-student funding was almost 140% more than that of the federal government. adults, down from 70% in 2013, consider a college education to be very important. Across-the-board budget cuts? How comfortable and confident are you in managing change? Stand alone tuition and fees increases?

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The Student Loan Mess: Next Chapters?

Higher Education Inquirer

Beyond the Mess: While acknowledging the complexity of the issue, the authors discussed potential solutions, including loan forgiveness programs, income-based repayment plans, and increased government regulation of for-profit colleges. Previously, the government guaranteed private loans, meaning it reimbursed lenders if borrowers defaulted.

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Higher Education Inquirer - Untitled Article

Higher Education Inquirer

Department of Education, one of the federal governments smallest Cabinet-level agencies, operates programs across every level of education. About $4 billion went to the Office of Postsecondary Education , which, among other things, provides grants for colleges controlled by tribal governments and for other minority serving institutions.