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Sophie Nguyen
Senior Policy Manager in the Education Policy Program at New America, focused on affordability, accountability, and public opinion in higher education; guest on the episode to discuss the Varying Degrees 2025 survey.
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Sep 25, 2025
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EP158: Unpacking Americans views on higher education, with Sophie Nguyen of New America
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Sophie Nguyen, Senior Policy Manager at New America, dives into the findings of the Varying Degrees 2025 survey on public perceptions of higher education. She shares her journey from intern to policy leader, emphasizing the importance of accessible education. Nguyen discusses rising dissatisfaction over costs, the surprising bipartisan agreement on making college affordable, and the polarized views shaping the narrative around higher ed. She offers actionable steps colleges can take to rebuild trust and demonstrate real value to students and society.
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