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Trump's Proposed Student Loan Transfer to SBA: A Threat to Educational Accountability

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It plays a central role in ensuring access and accountability in highereducation. Would they understand the nuances of Title IV program eligibility, or the legal obligations that come with administering federal aid? The Federal Student Aid (FSA) office is not just a loan servicer. There is no evidence they couldor would.

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Supreme Court Ruling Clears Path for Trump’s Education Department Layoffs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Massachusetts cities and education groups that filed lawsuits against the plan argue that the layoffs and the proposed cuts would prevent the Education Department from carrying out critical functions—such as supporting special education, distributing financial aid, and ensuring access to civil rights protections in education.

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Higher Education Leaders Decry Passage of Trump's Reconciliation Bill as "Devastating" for Students and Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Higher education leaders and student advocacy organizations issued sharp condemnations following congressional passage of President Trump's signature reconciliation bill, warning that the legislation will significantly harm college access and affordability for millions of students.

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House Democrats Demand Release of $7 Billion in Withheld Education Funding

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Adult education programs are facing similar uncertainties without access to expected federal funding. The delay is "disrupting school and district planning, jeopardizing the education of millions of students," the lawmakers wrote.

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Advocacy Update – August 8, 2025

NACAC's Admitted

With experience across education policy, program leadership, and nonprofit strategy, I am honored to bring these updates to our members at such a critical moment for college access and admission. The bill preserves funding for TRIO, GEAR UP, Pell Grants ($7,395 max), FSEOG, Federal Work Study, CCAMPIS, and Title IV-A.

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Report: 13% of Title IV Aid-Receiving Students from Community Colleges Earn Bachelor's Degree Within Eight Years

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Only over a tenth of students receiving Title IV aid (13%) who start at community colleges ultimately earn bachelor’s degrees within eight years, according to a U.S. Department of Education (ED) report. Both two- and four-year institutions play a key role in determining this overall state transfer performance,” the authors wrote.

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Proposed Regulations Looks to Increase College Access

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

New proposed regulations could increase college access for high school students and provide better public data on student outcomes, according to officials at the U.S. Department of Education. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel A.