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How Trump’s latest tax threat could hurt private school finances

Alcino Donadel - September 4, 2026

Even schools that follow costly compliance measures may see a downturn in donations under a proposed regulation by the IRS and Treasury.

New accreditation rules move one step closer to reality

Alcino Donadel - August 21, 2026

Sweeping changes to how colleges select accreditors and access financial aid aim to cement the Trump administration's higher ed agenda.

Here are 3 high-stakes accreditation changes on the horizon

Alcino Donadel - April 29, 2026

Stronger federal oversight could be abused by future administrations, negotiators warn in the face of the Trump administration's aggressive stance.

Multicultural groups lose funding at University of Missouri

Alcino Donadel - April 7, 2026

The state flagship is cutting off funding for five umbrella organizations that serve marginalized student communities, citing a federal memo that restricts "discriminatory" DEI initiatives.

Trump budget proposes cuts for minority-serving programs

Alcino Donadel - April 3, 2026

Trump’s FY27 proposal marks the White House's latest attempt to remodel higher education, as the president's proposal would apply Pell Grants to short-term workforce credentials

Education Department provides breakthrough for new accreditors

Alcino Donadel - February 27, 2026

While a larger accreditation landscape may promote competition, some experts are concerned that it may also "promote accreditor shopping."

Latest updates on the fate of the Department of Education

Matt Zalaznick - January 20, 2026

The Department of Education has shifted some of its higher ed functions to another agency.

Censorship reaches staggering new level as state, federal laws merge

Alcino Donadel - January 20, 2026

A record-number of state gag orders and increased federal oversight have made higher education censorship "an intractable reality."

Wrapping up Trump’s monumental first year back in office

Alcino Donadel - December 5, 2025

University Business looks back on five of the most popular stories this year covering Trump's higher education agenda and the Department of Education's dissolution.

A snapshot of the enormous funding reduction for public universities this year

Alcino Donadel - November 20, 2025

Recent economic headwinds and policy changes have led to proposed or enacted cuts to public university and college funding across at least 15 states this year.