Education played a key role in state and federal congressional races, and placed second among issues promoted in gubernatorial campaign ads. Twenty new governors took seats from incumbents, while Democrats regained control of the House of Representatives. Policy analysts said several gubernatorial candidates won on the promise of reforming higher ed systems to provide affordable […]

Claims data can provide a wealth of knowledge—if you know where to look. To start, be sure to keep your eye on these four data points that can help identify costly problems or student trends that need addressing. Determine whether atypical large claims are derailing your plan Review the section of your claims report that […]

Campuses, like businesses, are feeling the effects of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation hearings. Some prefer to call them another example of the power of the #MeToo movement. Whatever the name, the Kavanaugh "news peg" is not over. This piece focuses on some impacts of those hearings, as well as selected strategies administrators can […]

Every election season, hopeful candidates pitch various plans to make college affordable for everyone. And in the past few years, dozens of states, localities and schools have proposed free college policies sometimes known as “promise programs.” However, these initiatives often set strict requirements that exclude many students who need the most assistance. Jennifer Mishory, a […]