Perception of higher education from current students and unenrolled adults is climbing back up to historic highs despite persisting issues with cost and mental health, a new report from Lumina Foundation and Gallup asserts.
While some state flagship universities and well-endowed private colleges can build in-house models, smaller schools are working with vendors to offer cutting-edge assistance.
Only one in four U.S. adults say it's extremely or very important to have a four-year college degree to get a well-paying job, according to a 2024 Pew Research poll.
Spending on youth sports now averages $3,000 annually, with many families hoping for college scholarships or pro careers despite long odds. Rising costs have led to financial strain and lifestyle sacrifices, fueling calls for a shift back to affordable, local recreational sports.
To grow its user base and compete with OpenAI, Google is offering a free year of Gemini Advanced to U.S. college students. The deal includes premium AI tools and is open to anyone with a .edu email.
As patterns of institutional stress emerge, I would advise colleges and universities to carefully examine the assets of the institution across the arc of time.
Fifty-one percent of UC San Diego undergrads face food insecurity, but student-led outreach efforts are helping address the issue and making a real impact.
Budget cuts at the National Center for Education Statistics signal future disruptions to data collection, sounding the alarm for higher education planning.
