Already-challenged colleges and universities aren't the only institutions at a crossroads because of the pandemic, says this higher ed consultant. COVID-19 has dramatically accelerated already-present trends.
Research, scholarship, and innovation and entrepreneurship programs will share in a record-setting $300 million donation made to the Missouri University of Science and Technology.
While many in higher ed want to see more nontraditional students earning credentials and certifications, hurdles remain for growing these short-term programs.
Free-college programs, including Democratic presidential nominee's Joe Biden's proposal, cost between $28 billion and $75 billion in the first year but pay for themselves within a decade.
CSU San Bernardino receives a $10.5 million grant to help lead a cohort of more than 300 higher education institutions and work with the NSA and Homeland Security in developing future leaders and solutions for the field
Hispanic-serving institutions grants allow San Jose City College to create guided pathways, better prepare students to transfer to four-year schools and offer bilingual outreach to parents.
