College and university endowments expanded by 4% in fiscal year 2024 thanks to improved annual returns and gift-giving, according to the annual NACUBO-Commonfund Study.
"It's easy to get really paralyzed, but the headlines right now don't mean anything has happened," says William Guerrero, chief financial officer at the University of Bridgeport.
To reduce stigma, some colleges and universities are taking proactive steps to normalize mental health discussions and expand access to campus supportive services.
As President Trump starts his second term with a border emergency and mass deportation pledge, California colleges are partnering with legal nonprofits to help undocumented students stay in school.
More than half of all working-class Americans hold a college degree or credential beyond high school, according to a new report from the Lumina Foundation.
Campuses are experiencing a quiet crisis. Institutions need to confront the role mental health plays in shaping students' experiences on their campuses.
The Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration shared a webinar on how colleges can support undocumented students, with particular focus on protecting sensitive information.
With strategic planning, collaboration and a commitment to adaptability, higher education can not only weather today's challenges but emerge stronger and more prepared for the future.
