Future U Podcast - The Pulse of Higher Ed Making Sense of the First 100 Days
Apr 29, 2025
In a lively discussion, hosts dive into the turbulent landscape of higher education, addressing significant cuts at the Department of Education. They explore the challenges surrounding international student enrollment and the potential withholding of federal research grants. The conversation highlights the implications of these policy shifts for campus culture and civil rights enforcement. As they draw from recent research, they also emphasize strategies for leaders to foster a positive and inclusive campus environment amid these challenges.
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Chaotic Cuts in Education Department
- The Education Department's drastic staff cuts seem chaotic and poorly planned.
- Vertical layoffs risk losing institutional knowledge critical for managing educational programs.
Data's Crucial Role in Higher Ed
- The National Center for Education Statistics provides crucial data for college search tools.
- Cutting NCES risks losing essential transparency and information in higher education.
Financial Dependence on International Students
- Colleges remain heavily dependent on international students financially.
- Reducing international enrollment risks significant budget shortfalls due to fewer full-pay students.