The "Freedom of Inquiry in Higher Education," bill, presented by Republican Senator Ben Toews, aims to remove DEI offices from state-funded colleges and universities and redirect those resources to academic support programs for all students.

While efforts to further curtail DEI will continue into 2025, college students are far more optimistic about diversity initiatives on campus, according to a new survey.

Cyberattacks on higher ed have been rising for years, and this trend will likely continue. In response, we can expect to see several new data privacy and security developments that will impact higher education in the new year.

It's a type of financial aid initiative that's growing in popularity, according to area and statewide officials, designed to help schools grow enrollment and show low-income students that higher education is financially attainable.