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DePauw University Receives $200 Million in Support of Strategic Plan

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DePauw University DePauw’s Bold and Gold 2027 strategic plan seeks to bolster the university around four principles: the liberal arts and sciences; the student experience; institutional equity; and responsible financial and operational management. higher ed institution.

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College Revives Standardized Test Requirement

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The college adopted a test-optional policy for applicants to the Classes of 2025, 2026, and 2027 and a test-recommended policy for applicants to the Class of 2028 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Lee Coffin, the college’s vice president and dean of admissions and financial aid.

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Tuition Hike Proposed in University of Maine System

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Our record reflects that, and just in the last three years, we have held tuition flat twice with the support of the state,” said UMS Chancellor Dannel Malloy, for whom the board also authorized a contract extension through June 30, 2027. “We

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Meharry Medical College and Nashville Metro Government Form Agreement to House Nashville General Hospital

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each year thereafter, through the end of the lease in December 2027. The plan – pending Metro Council approval – involves the city paying Meharry $6.3 million in rent this year to house the hospital, with costs increasing by 2.5%

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Tennessee State University Planning to be First HBCU Sponsor for Ice Hockey Program

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The school aims to start competing at the club level in the American College Hockey Association (ACHA), but eventually wants to field men’s and women’s teams in ACHA Division 1 or Division 2 level in 2026-2027, according to TSU Athletic Director Dr. Mikki Allen.

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Embracing Change: Crafting Forward-Thinking Strategic Plans for Colleges in a Dynamic Society

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Department of Education, by 2027, 70% of jobs will require education or training beyond high school. Evaluate your institution’s ability to provide students with a high return on investment while also creating high economic mobility. According to the U.S.

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Radford University Low-Income Students Get Leg Up with $1.2M Grant

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Radford University Class of 2027 Radford University in Virginia has received a $1.2 million grant from the state to support its Pell Grant-eligible and low-income students for four years.