Aired July 13, 2022 Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer update listeners on recent policy developments as Congress heads toward the August recess, then ACE’s Anne Meehan and Peter McDonough talk about what the newly proposed Title IX regulations mean for college campuses and the effort to address and prevent sex-based discrimination.  **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast@acenet.edu. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Pre show Schumer Ups Pressure on McConnell in USICA-Reconciliation Dance Politico | July 7, 2022 Democrats See hope for Spending Deal with Manchin as Congress Returns The Washington Post (sub. req.) | July 11, 2022 Biden Administration Proposals Would Overhaul Student Debt The Washington Post (sub. req.) | July 6, 2022 Pop Up Biden’s Title IX Overhaul Inside Higher Ed | June 24 Federal Register Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 The Department of Education  Fifty Years On, Title IX’s Legacy Includes Its Durability The New York Times (sub. req.) | June 23, 2022 U.S. Publishes New Regulations on Campus Sexual Assault Inside Higher Ed | May 7, 2020 Bostock v. Clayton County The U.S. Supreme Court | June 15, 2020 West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency The U.S. Supreme Court | June 30, 2020

Aired July 13, 2022 Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer update listeners on recent policy developments as Congress heads toward the August recess, then ACE’s Anne Meehan and Peter McDonough talk about what the newly proposed Title IX regulations mean for college campuses and the effort to address and prevent sex-based discrimination.  **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Pre show <a href="https://www.politico.com/newsletters/playbook/2022/07/08/schumer-ups-pressure-on-mcconnell-in-usica-reconciliation-dance-00044652" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Schumer Ups Pressure on McConnell in USICA-Reconciliation Dance</a> Politico | July 7, 2022 <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/us-policy/2022/07/10/democrats-manchin-spending-deal/%20" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Democrats See hope for Spending Deal with Manchin as Congress Returns</a> The Washington Post (sub. req.) | July 11, 2022 <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/07/06/student-loan-forgiveness-biden-regulations/%20" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Biden Administration Proposals Would Overhaul Student Debt</a> The Washington Post (sub. req.) | July 6, 2022 Pop Up <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2022/06/24/biden-expands-protections-sexual-harassment-lgbtq-students" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Biden’s Title IX Overhaul</a> Inside Higher Ed | June 24 <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/07/12/2022-13734/nondiscrimination-on-the-basis-of-sex-in-education-programs-or-activities-receiving-federal%20" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Federal Register Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972</a> The Department of Education  <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/23/sports/title-ix-anniversary.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Fifty Years On, Title IX’s Legacy Includes Its Durability</a> The New York Times (sub. req.) | June 23, 2022 <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2020/05/07/education-department-releases-final-title-ix-regulations" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">U.S. Publishes New Regulations on Campus Sexual Assault</a> Inside Higher Ed | May 7, 2020 <a href="https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/19pdf/17-1618_hfci.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bostock v. Clayton County</a> The U.S. Supreme Court | June 15, 2020 <a href="https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/20-1530_n758.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency</a> The U.S. Supreme Court | June 30, 2020

The New Proposed Title IX Regulations are Here. Now What?

Colin Diver, author of Breaking Ranks: How the Rankings Industry Rules Higher Education and What to Do About It, visits the podcast to talk about how U.S. News &amp; World Report and other rankings force colleges into standardized hierarchies and threaten the institutional diversity and social mobility that is the hallmark of American higher education. The hosts open the episode with a brief conversation on how the overturning of Roe v. Wade might impact higher ed and the new proposed rules for Title IX announced by the Biden administration last week. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Introduction Supreme Court Ruling Will Upend Reproductive Rights for College Students and Complicate Medical Training The Chronicle of Higher Education (sub. req.) | June 24, 2022 New Rules on Title IX Inside Higher Ed | June 23, 2022 Fifty Years On, Title IX’s Legacy Includes Its Durability The New York Times (sub. req.) | June 23, 2022 Conversation with Colin Diver Breaking Ranks: How the Rankings Industry Rules Higher Education and What to Do About It by Colin Diver Taking on ‘U.S. News’? Inside Higher Ed | June 6, 2022 The Economist Who Would Fix the American Dream The Atlantic (sub. req.) | July 17, 2019 Injecting Equity Into the Carnegie Classifications Inside Higher Ed | March 28, 2022 College Scorecard Department of Education Washington Monthly’s 2021 College Guide and Rankings Raj Chetty in 14 Charts: Big Findings on Opportunity and Mobility We Should All Know Brookings | Jan. 11, 2018 How Can We Amplify Education as an Engine of Mobility? Opportunity Insights

Colin Diver, author of Breaking Ranks: How the Rankings Industry Rules Higher Education and What to Do About It, visits the podcast to talk about how U.S. News &amp; World Report and other rankings force colleges into standardized hierarchies and threaten the institutional diversity and social mobility that is the hallmark of American higher education. The hosts open the episode with a brief conversation on how the overturning of Roe v. Wade might impact higher ed and the new proposed rules for Title IX announced by the Biden administration last week. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Introduction <a href="https://www.chronicle.com/article/supreme-court-ruling-will-upend-reproductive-rights-for-college-students-and-complicate-medical-training" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Supreme Court Ruling Will Upend Reproductive Rights for College Students and Complicate Medical Training</a> The Chronicle of Higher Education (sub. req.) | June 24, 2022 <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2022/06/23/new-title-ix-rules-released" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">New Rules on Title IX</a> Inside Higher Ed | June 23, 2022 <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/23/sports/title-ix-anniversary.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Fifty Years On, Title IX’s Legacy Includes Its Durability</a> The New York Times (sub. req.) | June 23, 2022 Conversation with Colin Diver <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Ranks-Rankings-Industry-Education/dp/1421443058" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Breaking Ranks: How the Rankings Industry Rules Higher Education and What to Do About It by Colin Diver</a> <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/views/2022/06/06/are-carnegie-and-ace-taking-us-news-opinion" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Taking on ‘U.S. News’?</a> Inside Higher Ed | June 6, 2022 <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/08/raj-chettys-american-dream/592804/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Economist Who Would Fix the American Dream</a> The Atlantic (sub. req.) | July 17, 2019 <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2022/03/28/plan-inject-social-equity-carnegies-classifications" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Injecting Equity Into the Carnegie Classifications</a> Inside Higher Ed | March 28, 2022 <a href="https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">College Scorecard</a> Department of Education <a href="https://washingtonmonthly.com/2021college-guide/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Washington Monthly’s 2021 College Guide and Rankings</a> <a href="https://www.brookings.edu/blog/social-mobility-memos/2018/01/11/raj-chetty-in-14-charts-big-findings-on-opportunity-and-mobility-we-should-know/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Raj Chetty in 14 Charts: Big Findings on Opportunity and Mobility We Should All Know</a> Brookings | Jan. 11, 2018 <a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/education/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">How Can We Amplify Education as an Engine of Mobility?</a> Opportunity Insights

Breaking the Grip of the College Rankings Game

A number of important pieces of legislation for higher education are stalled in Congress as the midterm elections draw nearer. Issues like student loan forgiveness, immigration, and on the state level—academic freedom and critical race theory. How will higher ed be impacted as the summer closes in? Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer talk about all this and more in a live recorded episode. **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast@acenet.edu.  EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Remember the Dreamers #DoublePell  Hearing: Strengthening our Workforce and Economy through Higher Education and Immigration, Senate Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, and Border Safety

A number of important pieces of legislation for higher education are stalled in Congress as the midterm elections draw nearer. Issues like student loan forgiveness, immigration, and on the state level—academic freedom and critical race theory. How will higher ed be impacted as the summer closes in? Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer talk about all this and more in a live recorded episode. **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast@acenet.edu. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="http://www.rememberthedreamers.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Remember the Dreamers</a> <a href="https://doublepell.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#DoublePell</a> <a href="https://www.judiciary.senate.gov/meetings/strengthening-our-workforce-and-economy-through-higher-education-and-immigration" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Hearing: Strengthening our Workforce and Economy through Higher Education and Immigration,</a> Senate Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, and Border Safety

Midterm Elections Loom Over Higher Ed

With the midterm elections looming and the debate over who benefits from student loan forgiveness heating up, what are voters thinking about the value of a college education in 2022? Kristen Soltis Anderson, pollster and author of The Selfie Vote, joins the podcast to talk about the American public's perception of higher education. Does the noise in the media reflect what people—especially millennials and Gen Z—really think? Is there a split between what people view as good for their own families and what they think is important for society overall, and how has this changed over time? What are the partisan divides on this issue? From The Introduction  How Soon to Expect Biden’s Debt Relief Plan Inside Higher Ed | May 26, 2022  Even as the Pandemic’s Effects Ebb The New York Times | May 25, 2022 From Part 2 with Kristen Soltis Anderson  Pollster: Colleges Must Show Clear Return on Investment Diverse: Issues In Higher Education | March 6, 2022    Not All Americans Think College Is Worth It Inside Higher Ed | Nov. 13, 2021    The Growing Partisan Divide in Views of Higher Education Pew Research Center | August 19, 2019    New Research Reveals Millennials and Generation Z Believe American Dream Is Possible Walton Family Foundation | October 6, 2020 

With the midterm elections looming and the debate over who benefits from student loan forgiveness heating up, what are voters thinking about the value of a college education in 2022? Kristen Soltis Anderson, pollster and author of The Selfie Vote, joins the podcast to talk about the American public's perception of higher education. Does the noise in the media reflect what people—especially millennials and Gen Z—really think? Is there a split between what people view as good for their own families and what they think is important for society overall, and how has this changed over time? What are the partisan divides on this issue? From The Introduction <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2022/05/26/biden-propose-debt-relief-soon-how-soon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> How Soon to Expect Biden’s Debt Relief Plan</a> Inside Higher Ed | May 26, 2022  <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/26/us/college-enrollment.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Even as the Pandemic’s Effects Ebb</a> The New York Times | May 25, 2022 From Part 2 with Kristen Soltis Anderson <a href="https://www.diverseeducation.com/students/article/15289309/pollster-colleges-must-show-clear-return-on-investment" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pollster: Colleges Must Show Clear Return on Investment</a> Diverse: Issues In Higher Education | March 6, 2022  <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2021/09/13/survey-shows-americans-are-divided-over-value-degree" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Not All Americans Think College Is Worth It</a> Inside Higher Ed | Nov. 13, 2021  <a href="https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2019/08/19/the-growing-partisan-divide-in-views-of-higher-education-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Growing Partisan Divide in Views of Higher Education</a> Pew Research Center | August 19, 2019  <a href="https://www.waltonfamilyfoundation.org/about-us/newsroom/new-research-reveals-millennials-and-generation-z-believe-american-dream-is-possible" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> New Research Reveals Millennials and Generation Z Believe American Dream Is Possible</a> Walton Family Foundation | October 6, 2020

Do Americans Value Higher Education?

Almost everyone has an opinion about student loan forgiveness. But it's often more complicated than many think. There are seven federal student loan programs and 16 repayment options. Which programs might be included in the Biden administration's loan forgiveness plan, if it happens? When might it happen? With potentially 45 million borrowers involved, will the administration make a tradeoff between ease of implementation and the ability to target it? And with the midterms just six months away, what are the politics of loan forgiveness? Jon Fansmith and Terry Hartle (try) to answer these and other questions in a live recorded episode. Here are some links and references from this week's show:  Biden Plunges Into the Risky Politics of Student Loan Debt The Washington Post (sub. req.) | May 15, 2022  OPINION: Student Debt Is Crushing. Canceling It for Everyone Is Still a Bad Idea. The New York Times (sub. req.) | May 14, 2022  Harder Than It Sounds: Income-targeted Student Loan Forgiveness Invites a ‘Train Wreck’ Politico | May 13, 2022  White House May Limit Student Loan Relief to Incomes under $125,000, Psaki Says Forbes | May 3, 2022  U.S. Forgives $6.8 Billion in Public Service Worker Student Loans Bloomberg | May 4, 2022  White House Officials Weigh Income Limits for Student Loan Forgiveness The Washington Post (sub. req.) | April 30, 2022  Biden's Latest Student Debt Move Will Bring 3.6 Million Borrowers Closer to Loan Forgiveness CNN | April 29, 2022  Schumer Calls on Biden to Cancel $50,000 in Student Debt for All CNBC | September 21, 2021  Can Biden Cancel Student Debt? Depends Who You Ask Inside Higher Ed | August 11, 2021

Almost everyone has an opinion about student loan forgiveness. But it's often more complicated than many think. There are seven federal student loan programs and 16 repayment options. Which programs might be included in the Biden administration's loan forgiveness plan, if it happens? When might it happen? With potentially 45 million borrowers involved, will the administration make a tradeoff between ease of implementation and the ability to target it? And with the midterms just six months away, what are the politics of loan forgiveness? Jon Fansmith and Terry Hartle (try) to answer these and other questions in a live recorded episode. Here are some links and references from this week's show: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/05/15/biden-student-loan-forgive-cancel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Biden Plunges Into the Risky Politics of Student Loan Debt</a> The Washington Post (sub. req.) | May 15, 2022 <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/14/opinion/student-debt-cancel.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> OPINION: Student Debt Is Crushing. Canceling It for Everyone Is Still a Bad Idea.</a> The New York Times (sub. req.) | May 14, 2022 <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/12/bidens-income-cap-student-loan-forgiveness-nightmare-implement-00031746" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Harder Than It Sounds: Income-targeted Student Loan Forgiveness Invites a ‘Train Wreck’</a> Politico | May 13, 2022 <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/joewalsh/2022/05/03/white-house-may-limit-student-loan-relief-to-incomes-under-125000-psaki-says/?sh=621b9cc04fdc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> White House May Limit Student Loan Relief to Incomes under $125,000, Psaki Says</a> Forbes | May 3, 2022 <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/u-forgives-6-8-billion-211549128.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> U.S. Forgives $6.8 Billion in Public Service Worker Student Loans</a> Bloomberg | May 4, 2022 <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/us-policy/2022/04/30/white-house-student-loans/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> White House Officials Weigh Income Limits for Student Loan Forgiveness</a> The Washington Post (sub. req.) | April 30, 2022 <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2022/04/19/politics/student-loan-debt-forgiveness-repayment/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Biden's Latest Student Debt Move Will Bring 3.6 Million Borrowers Closer to Loan Forgiveness</a> CNN | April 29, 2022 <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2021/09/21/schumer-calls-on-biden-to-cancel-50000-in-student-debt-for-all-.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Schumer Calls on Biden to Cancel $50,000 in Student Debt for All</a> CNBC | September 21, 2021 <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2021/08/11/legal-experts-are-split-whether-biden-can-cancel-debt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Can Biden Cancel Student Debt? Depends Who You Ask</a> Inside Higher Ed | August 11, 2021

The Policy and Politics of Student Loan Forgiveness

Community Colleges saw steep declines in enrollment during the pandemic. But creative leaders like President Bill Pink of Grand Rapids Community College are trying to reverse the trend. As he prepares to take on a new role as president at Ferris State University, he talks about how he used millions in federal and state dollars and other initiatives to invest in helping students continue their postsecondary journey and encourage access to college. Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq also discuss the buzz around the White House’s plans for student loan forgiveness, the leaked Supreme Court opinion that could overturn abortion rights, and the status of U.S. research competitiveness legislation. **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast@acenet.edu.

Community Colleges saw steep declines in enrollment during the pandemic. But creative leaders like President Bill Pink of Grand Rapids Community College are trying to reverse the trend. As he prepares to take on a new role as president at Ferris State University, he talks about how he used millions in federal and state dollars and other initiatives to invest in helping students continue their postsecondary journey and encourage access to college. Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq also discuss the buzz around the White House’s plans for student loan forgiveness, the leaked Supreme Court opinion that could overturn abortion rights, and the status of U.S. research competitiveness legislation. **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast@acenet.edu.

Federal Dollars, Creative Leaders Help Two-Year Colleges Post-COVID

Congress comes back to DC next week to a full agenda and an attention span increasingly absorbed by the midterm elections. What’s in store for higher education? Listen to Jon Fansmith and Terry Hartle discuss federal funding, the upcoming Title IX rule—which could break new ground on transgender students—the student loan repayment pause, and possible legislation to aid student mental health.   Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:   President’s Budget for FY 2023 Seeks to Double Pell Grants, but in a Multi-Year Process ACE  New Title IX Rules Set To Assert Rights of Transgender Students The Washington Post (sub. req.) | March 30, 2022  Department of Education Announces Actions to Fix Longstanding Failures in the Student Loan Programs Department of Education | April 19, 2022  Biden's Student Loan Dilemma The New York Times (The Daily podcast) | April 18, 2022  Letter Urging Congress to Support Student Mental Health (PDF)  ACE, AJC, Hillel, Collaborate on Summit to Combat Campus Antisemitism ACE

Congress comes back to DC next week to a full agenda and an attention span increasingly absorbed by the midterm elections. What’s in store for higher education? Listen to Jon Fansmith and Terry Hartle discuss federal funding, the upcoming Title IX rule—which could break new ground on transgender students—the student loan repayment pause, and possible legislation to aid student mental health. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Biden-FY-2023-Budget-Request.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">President’s Budget for FY 2023 Seeks to Double Pell Grants, but in a Multi-Year Process</a> ACE <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/03/30/transgender-discrimination-title-ix-rule-students/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">New Title IX Rules Set To Assert Rights of Transgender Students</a> The Washington Post (sub. req.) | March 30, 2022 <a href="https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/department-education-announces-actions-fix-longstanding-failures-student-loan-programs" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Department of Education Announces Actions to Fix Longstanding Failures in the Student Loan Programs</a> Department of Education | April 19, 2022 <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/18/podcasts/the-daily/student-loan-pause-biden.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Biden's Student Loan Dilemma</a> The New York Times (The Daily podcast) | April 18, 2022 <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Letter-Congress-Student-Mental-Health-041322.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Letter Urging Congress to Support Student Mental Health (PDF)</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/ACE-AJC-Hillel-Summit-Campus-Antisemitism.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE, AJC, Hillel, Collaborate on Summit to Combat Campus Antisemitism</a> ACE

The Higher Ed Agenda as Congress Returns From Spring Break

Guest host Stephanie Giesecke from NAICU joins the podcast to talk about the Biden budget for the upcoming fiscal year and the prospects for increasing funding for Pell Grants. Also on the table: the latest pause on student loan repayments and the Senate’s new COVID-19 relief bill, which could be bad news for higher education. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:   Fox Caught on Capitol Grounds and Euthanized Tests Positive for Rabies The Washington Post | April 6, 2022   Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause Through August 31 Department of Education   The President's FY 2023 Budget   President’s Budget for FY 2023 Seeks to Double Pell Grants, but in a Multi-Year Process ACE | March 30, 2022   Senate Punts $10 Billion in COVID Aid Until After Easter Amid Stalemate Over Border Policy Politico | April 7, 2022

Guest host Stephanie Giesecke from NAICU joins the podcast to talk about the Biden budget for the upcoming fiscal year and the prospects for increasing funding for Pell Grants. Also on the table: the latest pause on student loan repayments and the Senate’s new COVID-19 relief bill, which could be bad news for higher education. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/04/06/capitol-fox-euthanized-kits-found/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Fox Caught on Capitol Grounds and Euthanized Tests Positive for Rabies</a> The Washington Post | April 6, 2022 <a href="https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-extends-student-loan-pause-through-august-31" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause Through August 31</a> Department of Education <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/budget/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The President's FY 2023 Budget</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Biden-FY-2023-Budget-Request.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">President’s Budget for FY 2023 Seeks to Double Pell Grants, but in a Multi-Year Process</a> ACE | March 30, 2022 <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2022/04/07/senate-covid-aid-border-policy-00023790" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Senate Punts $10 Billion in COVID Aid Until After Easter Amid Stalemate Over Border Policy</a> Politico | April 7, 2022

dotEDU Brief: Student Loan Repayment on Pause (Again); Is Double Pell in the Cards?

ACE Senior Vice President Terry Hartle joins host Sarah Spreitzer to discuss Congress’s last-minute push to pass the FY 2022 omnibus spending package and what it means for higher education. Also on the agenda—which proposals Department of Education negotiators reached consensus on in the latest negotiated rulemaking session. Plus, they talk about higher ed’s priorities for innovation and competition legislation, how the United States is supporting Ukrainian students, and the resumption of student loan repayments.   Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:   Supreme Court Takes Affirmative Action Cases Inside Higher Ed Jan. 24, 2022  https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2022/01/24/supreme-court-will-hear-harvard-and-unc-affirmative-action-cases   DHS, State Announce Regulatory Changes to Attract More International Students and Scholars ACE  https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2022/01/24/supreme-court-will-hear-harvard-and-unc-affirmative-action-cases   FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Actions to Attract STEM Talent and Strengthen our Economy and Competitiveness White House  https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/01/21/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-actions-to-attract-stem-talent-and-strengthen-our-economy-and-competitiveness/  LISTEN &amp; SUBSCRIBE Choose your preferred player: [links with images] Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Google Podcasts iHeartRadio Radio.com app Spotify Stitcher TuneIn Amazon Music   ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major public policy issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu.

ACE Senior Vice President Terry Hartle joins host Sarah Spreitzer to discuss Congress’s last-minute push to pass the FY 2022 omnibus spending package and what it means for higher education. Also on the agenda—which proposals Department of Education negotiators reached consensus on in the latest negotiated rulemaking session. Plus, they talk about higher ed’s priorities for innovation and competition legislation, how the United States is supporting Ukrainian students, and the resumption of student loan repayments. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Supreme Court Takes Affirmative Action Cases Inside Higher Ed Jan. 24, 2022 <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2022/01/24/supreme-court-will-hear-harvard-and-unc-affirmative-action-cases" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2022/01/24/supreme-court-will-hear-harvard-and-unc-affirmative-action-cases</a> DHS, State Announce Regulatory Changes to Attract More International Students and Scholars ACE <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2022/01/24/supreme-court-will-hear-harvard-and-unc-affirmative-action-cases" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2022/01/24/supreme-court-will-hear-harvard-and-unc-affirmative-action-cases</a> FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Actions to Attract STEM Talent and Strengthen our Economy and Competitiveness White House <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/01/21/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-actions-to-attract-stem-talent-and-strengthen-our-economy-and-competitiveness/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/01/21/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-actions-to-attract-stem-talent-and-strengthen-our-economy-and-competitiveness/</a> LISTEN &amp; SUBSCRIBE Choose your preferred player: [links with images] Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Google Podcasts iHeartRadio <a href="http://Radio.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Radio.com</a> app Spotify Stitcher TuneIn Amazon Music ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major public policy issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>.

Congress Springs Forward and Passes Spending Bill; New Regulations Coming

With the thrill of March Madness in full swing, the dotEDU hosts are focusing their policy talk on all things sports. Linda Livingstone, president of basketball powerhouse Baylor University, joins the podcast to break down how the NCAA is working to change with the times, its recent shift on issues such as name, image and likeness (NIL), and how the recently adopted NCAA constitution will affect student-athletes moving forward. Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq also discuss how institutions are helping Ukrainian students studying in the U.S., as well as the FY 2022 appropriations bill recently signed by President Biden and what that means for higher ed.  **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast@acenet.edu.   Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:  Letter to State and DHS Requesting Support for Ukrainian Students and Scholars  https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Letter-State-Ukrainian-students-022822.pdf   Biden Signs Major Spending Bill That Includes $400 Increase for Pell Grants  https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Biden-Signs-Major-Spending-Bill.aspx   NCAA adopts interim name, image and likeness policy  https://www.ncaa.org/news/2021/6/30/ncaa-adopts-interim-name-image-and-likeness-policy.aspx   NCAA members approve new constitution  https://www.ncaa.org/news/2022/1/20/media-center-ncaa-members-approve-new-constitution.aspx   President Livingstone’s Congressional Testimony: “A Level Playing Field: College Athletes’ Rights to Their Name, Image, and Likeness”  https://energycommerce.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/hearing-on-a-level-playing-field-college-athletes-rights-to-their-name   President Livingstone’s Written Testimony:  https://energycommerce.house.gov/sites/democrats.energycommerce.house.gov/files/documents/Witness%20Testimony_Livingstone_CPC_2021.09.30.pdf

With the thrill of March Madness in full swing, the dotEDU hosts are focusing their policy talk on all things sports. Linda Livingstone, president of basketball powerhouse Baylor University, joins the podcast to break down how the NCAA is working to change with the times, its recent shift on issues such as name, image and likeness (NIL), and how the recently adopted NCAA constitution will affect student-athletes moving forward. Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq also discuss how institutions are helping Ukrainian students studying in the U.S., as well as the FY 2022 appropriations bill recently signed by President Biden and what that means for higher ed. **Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Letter to State and DHS Requesting Support for Ukrainian Students and Scholars <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Letter-State-Ukrainian-students-022822.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Letter-State-Ukrainian-students-022822.pdf</a> Biden Signs Major Spending Bill That Includes $400 Increase for Pell Grants <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Biden-Signs-Major-Spending-Bill.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Biden-Signs-Major-Spending-Bill.aspx</a> NCAA adopts interim name, image and likeness policy <a href="https://www.ncaa.org/news/2021/6/30/ncaa-adopts-interim-name-image-and-likeness-policy.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.ncaa.org/news/2021/6/30/ncaa-adopts-interim-name-image-and-likeness-policy.aspx</a> NCAA members approve new constitution <a href="https://www.ncaa.org/news/2022/1/20/media-center-ncaa-members-approve-new-constitution.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.ncaa.org/news/2022/1/20/media-center-ncaa-members-approve-new-constitution.aspx</a> President Livingstone’s Congressional Testimony: “A Level Playing Field: College Athletes’ Rights to Their Name, Image, and Likeness” <a href="https://energycommerce.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/hearing-on-a-level-playing-field-college-athletes-rights-to-their-name" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://energycommerce.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/hearing-on-a-level-playing-field-college-athletes-rights-to-their-name</a> President Livingstone’s Written Testimony: <a href="https://energycommerce.house.gov/sites/democrats.energycommerce.house.gov/files/documents/Witness%20Testimony_Livingstone_CPC_2021.09.30.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://energycommerce.house.gov/sites/democrats.energycommerce.house.gov/files/documents/Witness%20Testimony_Livingstone_CPC_2021.09.30.pdf</a>

Baylor President on the Changing World of College Athletics

​​​​​​​​Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major public policy issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE, joined by guest experts, lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more.

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More and more universities are starting programs and other initiatives designed to enhance diversity and inclusion. But can the daily work of running a campus also contribute to this goal? Julie Posselt, associate professor of education at the University of Southern California, talks about her new book, Higher Education Administration for Social Justice and Equity, and how to carry out basic administrative operations with a clear commitment to diversity and equity. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: From the conversation with Julie Posselt: Higher Education Administration for Social Justice and Equity: Critical Perspectives for Leadership Edited by Adrianna Kezar and Julie Posselt Inside Graduate Admissions: Merit, Diversity, and Faculty Gatekeeping by Julie Posselt McNair Scholars Program Inclusive Graduate Education Network (IGEN) California Consortium for Inclusive Doctoral Education (C-CIDE) Equity in Science: Representation, Culture, and the Dynamics of Change in Graduate Education by Julie Posselt Expected publication: September 2020 From post-interview chatter: Achieving Diversity at the Intersection of STEM Culture and Campus Climate by Kimberly A. Griffin ACE dotEDU Episode 12: Giving All Learners a Chance with guest John B. King ACE, Higher Education Groups Comment on Proposed Title IX Rules, Caution That Colleges Are Not Courts ACE (Jan. 30, 2019) Renewing the Higher Education Act ACE ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Lorelle Espinosa is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. GUEST Julie Posselt is associate professor of education at the University of Southern California. She investigates institutionalized inequities in higher education, especially within selective universities, graduate education, and STEM disciplines.

More and more universities are starting programs and other initiatives designed to enhance diversity and inclusion. But can the daily work of running a campus also contribute to this goal? Julie Posselt, associate professor of education at the University of Southern California, talks about her new book, Higher Education Administration for Social Justice and Equity, and how to carry out basic administrative operations with a clear commitment to diversity and equity. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: From the conversation with Julie Posselt: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Higher-Education-Administration-Social-Justice/dp/1138351687" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Higher Education Administration for Social Justice and Equity: Critical Perspectives for Leadership</a> Edited by Adrianna Kezar and Julie Posselt <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Graduate-Admissions-Julie-Posselt-ebook/dp/B01B1VORQE" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Inside Graduate Admissions: Merit, Diversity, and Faculty Gatekeeping</a> by Julie Posselt <a href="https://mcnairscholars.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">McNair Scholars Program</a> <a href="http://igenetwork.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Inclusive Graduate Education Network</a> (IGEN) <a href="https://pullias.usc.edu/c-cide/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">California Consortium for Inclusive Doctoral Education</a> (C-CIDE) <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Equity-Science-Representation-Dynamics-Education/dp/1503612716/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Equity in Science: Representation, Culture, and the Dynamics of Change in Graduate Education</a> by Julie Posselt Expected publication: September 2020 From post-interview chatter: <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Achieving-Diversity-Intersection-of-STEM-Culture-and-Campus-Climate.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Achieving Diversity at the Intersection of STEM Culture and Campus Climate</a> by Kimberly A. Griffin ACE <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU Episode 12: Giving All Learners a Chance</a> with guest John B. King <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/ACE-Higher-Education-Groups-Comment-on-Proposed-Title-IX-Rules-Caution-That-Colleges-Are-Not-Courts.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE, Higher Education Groups Comment on Proposed Title IX Rules, Caution That Colleges Are Not Courts</a> ACE (Jan. 30, 2019) <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Policy-Advocacy/Pages/HEA-ED/Renewing-the-Higher-Education-Act.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Renewing the Higher Education Act</a> ACE ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu." rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu.</a> HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. GUEST Julie Posselt is associate professor of education at the University of Southern California. She investigates institutionalized inequities in higher education, especially within selective universities, graduate education, and STEM disciplines.

Episode 13: Organizing a Campus Based on Equity and Social Justice

Now more than ever, community colleges are playing a vital role in the postsecondary space. Helping students earn credentials, degrees, and beyond, community college leaders are finding they need to adapt to changing needs. Former President of Montgomery County Community College Karen Stout, now president and CEO of Achieving the Dream, talks with hosts Jon Fansmith and Jonathan Turk about the challenges this newest generation of community colleges face. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Karen Stout: Achieving the Dream Guided Pathways Achieving the Dream Topic - Persistence and Completion American Council on Education Gallup study shows that community colleges with sustained, institution-wide focus on student success have strong impact on graduates’ success in workplace engagement, well-being, college satisfaction, and alumni attachment Achieving the Dream ACE Engage® 2-Year Colleges discussion group ACE Engage® Tennessee Promise Tuition-Free Degree Program: The Excelsior Scholarship ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Jon Fansmith is ACE’s director of government relations and represents ACE and its members on matters related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Jonathan Turk is the associate director for research at ACE. In this role, he conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy. Much of his work is focused on the unique contexts and contributions of our nation’s community colleges.

Now more than ever, community colleges are playing a vital role in the postsecondary space. Helping students earn credentials, degrees, and beyond, community college leaders are finding they need to adapt to changing needs. Former President of Montgomery County Community College <a href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/people/14815/dr-karen-a-stout" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Karen Stout</a>, now president and CEO of <a href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Achieving the Dream</a>, talks with hosts Jon Fansmith and Jonathan Turk about the challenges this newest generation of community colleges face. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Karen Stout: <a href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Achieving the Dream</a> <a href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/intervention/15671/guided-pathways" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Guided Pathways</a> Achieving the Dream <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Research-Insights/Pages/Student-Support/Persistence-and-Completion.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Topic - Persistence and Completion</a> American Council on Education <a href="https://www.achievingthedream.org/press_release/17293/gallup-study-shows-that-community-colleges-with-sustained-institution-wide-focus-on-student-success-have-strong-impact-on-graduates-success-in-workplace-engagement-well-being-college-satisfaction-and-alumni-attachment" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gallup study shows that community colleges with sustained, institution-wide focus on student success have strong impact on graduates’ success in workplace engagement, well-being, college satisfaction, and alumni attachment</a> Achieving the Dream <a href="https://engage.acenet.edu/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE Engage®</a> <a href="https://engage.acenet.edu/portal/site/aca3945d-4c16-4fdb-9467-34119913578f/tool/79154fdb-c6b4-4a9d-a455-ce156efaaf88" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">2-Year Colleges discussion group</a> ACE Engage® <a href="https://www.tn.gov/tnpromise.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tennessee Promise</a> <a href="https://www.ny.gov/programs/tuition-free-degree-program-excelsior-scholarship" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tuition-Free Degree Program: The Excelsior Scholarship</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu" rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> is ACE’s director of government relations and represents ACE and its members on matters related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Turk.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jonathan Turk</a> is the associate director for research at ACE. In this role, he conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy. Much of his work is focused on the unique contexts and contributions of our nation’s community colleges.

Episode 14: Community Colleges Bring Dreams Within Reach

Just a week after a district court judge rejected claims that Harvard University intentionally discriminates against Asian American applicants, Julie J. Park, associate professor of education at the University of Maryland, College Park, talks with hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa about what this decision means for the future of diversity in higher education. They also discuss why Asian American students’ experiences don’t always fit with the “model minority” stereotypes and what institutions can do to serve students from diverse backgrounds. Later, Lorelle and Jon talk about the Supreme Court’s upcoming hearing on President Trump’s decision to end the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy and how the higher education community is responding. The court will hear the case Nov. 12. This episode is brought to you by the generous support of the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Julie J. Park  Race on Campus: Debunking Myths with Data, by Julie J. Park  An Uneven Playing Field: The Complex Educational Experiences of Asian Americans (Higher Education Today, Aug. 21, 2019) Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education: A Status Report ACE  Judge Upholds Harvard's Admissions Policies (Inside Higher Ed, Oct. 7, 2019)  Statement by ACE President Ted Mitchell on Harvard University Admissions Case Ruling ACE  Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard University Resource Page ACE  Issue Brief—The Harvard Admissions Case: Reactions to the Judge’s Ruling ACE DACA in the Supreme Court  Supreme Court to Review DACA Program Protecting Young Undocumented Immigrants (The Washington Post, June 28, 2019)  ACE, 43 Other Associations Submit Amicus Brief Urging U.S. Supreme Court to Uphold the Legality of DACA ACE ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Lorelle Espinosa is ACE’s vice president for research, where she is responsible for developing the association’s thought leadership and research agenda. Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

Just a week after a district court judge rejected claims that Harvard University intentionally discriminates against Asian American applicants, <a href="https://education.umd.edu/directory/julie-j-park" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Julie J. Park</a>, associate professor of education at the University of Maryland, College Park, talks with hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa about what this decision means for the future of diversity in higher education. They also discuss why Asian American students’ experiences don’t always fit with the “model minority” stereotypes and what institutions can do to serve students from diverse backgrounds. Later, Lorelle and Jon talk about the Supreme Court’s upcoming hearing on President Trump’s decision to end the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy and how the higher education community is responding. The court will hear the case Nov. 12. This episode is brought to you by the generous support of the <a href="https://www.gatesfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation</a>. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Julie J. Park <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Race-Campus-Debunking-Myths-Data/dp/1682532321" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Race on Campus: Debunking Myths with Data</a>, by Julie J. Park <a href="https://www.higheredtoday.org/2019/08/21/uneven-playing-field-complex-educational-experiences-asian-americans/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> An Uneven Playing Field: The Complex Educational Experiences of Asian Americans</a> (Higher Education Today, Aug. 21, 2019) <a href="https://www.equityinhighered.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education: A Status Report</a> ACE <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2019/10/07/federal-judge-finds-harvards-policies-do-not-discriminate-against" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Judge Upholds Harvard's Admissions Policies</a> (Inside Higher Ed, Oct. 7, 2019) <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Statement-by-ACE-President-Ted-Mitchell-on-Harvard-University-Admissions-Case-Ruling.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Statement by ACE President Ted Mitchell on Harvard University Admissions Case Ruling</a> ACE <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Students-for-Fair-Admissions-Inc-v-Harvard-Diversity-in-Admissions-Case.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard University Resource Page</a> ACE <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Issue-Brief-Harvard-admissions-decision-FINAL.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Issue Brief—The Harvard Admissions Case: Reactions to the Judge’s Ruling</a> ACE DACA in the Supreme Court <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/courts_law/supreme-court-to-review-daca-program-protecting-young-undocumented-immigrants/2019/06/28/c69a8b04-1500-11e9-b6ad-9cfd62dbb0a8_story.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Supreme Court to Review DACA Program Protecting Young Undocumented Immigrants</a> (The Washington Post, June 28, 2019) <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/ACE-43-Other-Associations-Submit-Amicus-Brief-Urging-US-Supreme-Court-to-Uphold-the-Legality-of-DACA.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> ACE, 43 Other Associations Submit Amicus Brief Urging U.S. Supreme Court to Uphold the Legality of DACA</a> ACE ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is ACE’s vice president for research, where she is responsible for developing the association’s thought leadership and research agenda. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

Episode 07: Asian American Students in Higher Ed… It’s Complicated

Co-hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa talk with ACE President Ted Mitchell about how higher education is re-imagining student success and the need for institutions to adapt to the changing face of their student bodies. Ted discusses ACE's recent Regional Summit in Kansas City and how higher education can reclaim the high ground and better serve our students through the college experience and beyond. Afterward, Jon and Lorelle talk about recent developments in Congress and the administration, including the House-passed College Affordability Act and a federal court ruling that found Education Secretary Betsy DeVos in contempt of court for violating a recent order on forgiving student loans. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show. Conversation with Ted Mitchell ​​​Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education  dotEDU Episode 06: Big Data Goes to College​ Arizona State University e-Advisor Program​ Dallas County Community College District Guided Pathways  Creating a Diverse Student Success Infrastructure: The Key to Catalyzing Cultural Change for Today’s Student​ ACE2020: ACE's 102nd Annual Meeting March 14-16, 2020 | San Diego ACE ENGAGE  ACE, Strada Launch Innovative Learner Success Initiative​ Post-interview chat on the College Affordability Act, Betsy DeVos​  House Committee Approves HEA Legislation, Future of Bill Uncertain​​ (includes bill summaries)  Preparing the Workforce in Today's Community Colleges: Issues and Implications for Higher Education Leaders​  Achieving Diversity at the Intersection of STEM Culture and Campus Climate​  DeVos Held In Contempt Of Court For Enforcing Loans On Defrauded College Students NPR | Oct. 25, 2019  Appeals Court Nominee Shaped DeVos’s Illegal Loan Forgiveness Effort​ The New York Times (sub. req.) | Nov. 6, 2019 ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Lorelle Espinosa is ACE’s vice president for research, where she is responsible for developing the association’s thought leadership and research agenda. Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Podcast production by the American Council on Education.

Co-hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa talk with ACE President Ted Mitchell about how higher education is re-imagining student success and the need for institutions to adapt to the changing face of their student bodies. Ted discusses ACE's recent Regional Summit in Kansas City and how higher education can reclaim the high ground and better serve our students through the college experience and beyond. Afterward, Jon and Lorelle talk about recent developments in Congress and the administration, including the House-passed College Affordability Act and a federal court ruling that found Education Secretary Betsy DeVos in contempt of court for violating a recent order on forgiving student loans. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show. Conversation with Ted Mitchell ​​​<a href="http://www.equityinhighered.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education</a> <a href="https://admin.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/06-Big-Data-Goes-to-College.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> dotEDU Episode 06: Big Data Goes to College​</a> <a href="https://eadvisor.asu.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arizona State University e-Advisor Program​</a> <a href="https://www.dcccd.edu/cd/gps/pages/about.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dallas County Community College District Guided Pathways</a> <a href="https://admin.acenet.edu/Documents/Creating-a-Diverse-Student-Success-Infrastructure.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Creating a Diverse Student Success Infrastructure: The Key to Catalyzing Cultural Change for Today’s Student​</a> <a href="http://www.aceannualmeeting.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACE2020: ACE's 102nd Annual Meeting</a> March 14-16, 2020 | San Diego <a href="https://engage.acenet.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACE ENGAGE</a> <a href="https://admin.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Statement-on-ACE%2c-Strada-Launch-Innovative-Learner-Success-Initiative.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> ACE, Strada Launch Innovative Learner Success Initiative​</a> Post-interview chat on the College Affordability Act, Betsy DeVos​ <a href="https://admin.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/House-Committee-Approves-HEA-Legislation-Future-of-Bill-Is-Uncertain.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> House Committee Approves HEA Legislation, Future of Bill Uncertain​​</a> (includes bill summaries) <a href="https://admin.acenet.edu/Documents/Preparing-the-Workforce-in-Todays-Comty-Colleges.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Preparing the Workforce in Today's Community Colleges: Issues and Implications for Higher Education Leaders​</a> <a href="https://admin.acenet.edu/Documents/Achieving-Diversity-Intersection-of-STEM-Culture-and-Campus-Climate.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Achieving Diversity at the Intersection of STEM Culture and Campus Climate​</a> <a href="https://www.npr.org/2019/10/25/773334681/devos-held-in-contempt-of-court-ed-department-fined-100-000-in-student-loan-case" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> DeVos Held In Contempt Of Court For Enforcing Loans On Defrauded College Students</a> NPR | Oct. 25, 2019 <a href="https://www.npr.org/2019/10/25/773334681/devos-held-in-contempt-of-court-ed-department-fined-100-000-in-student-loan-case" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Appeals Court Nominee Shaped DeVos’s Illegal Loan Forgiveness Effort​</a> The New York Times (sub. req.) | Nov. 6, 2019 ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is ACE’s vice president for research, where she is responsible for developing the association’s thought leadership and research agenda. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Podcast production by the American Council on Education.

Episode 09: Student Success is Institutional Success

Seventy-five years since the GI Bill changed the face of higher education, college leaders are striving to learn more about how to serve the latest generation of student veterans.  Jared Lyon, president and CEO of  Student Veterans of America, joins hosts Sarah Spreitzer and Jon Turk to talk about why student veterans are considered the “tip of the spear” for the upcoming wave of post-traditional students. Later, Sarah and Jon discuss the latest developments in Congress’s reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Jared Lyon Student Veterans of America GI Bill U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs  ACE Toolkit for Veteran Friendly Institutions Higher Education Act  Higher Education Act and Department of Education  ACE  House Dems’ Vision for Higher Ed Inside Higher Ed  ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Sarah Spreitzer is ACE’s director of government and public affairs, and represents ACE and its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, immigration, and legislative issues. Jon Turk is ACE’s associate director of research and conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy.

Seventy-five years since the GI Bill changed the face of higher education, college leaders are striving to learn more about how to serve the latest generation of student veterans. <a href="https://studentveterans.org/aboutus/sva-team-leadership-student-veterans-of-america?view=employee&amp;id=3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Jared Lyon</a>, president and CEO of <a href="https://studentveterans.org/aboutus/sva-team-leadership-student-veterans-of-america?view=employee&amp;id=3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Student Veterans of America</a>, joins hosts Sarah Spreitzer and Jon Turk to talk about why student veterans are considered the “tip of the spear” for the upcoming wave of post-traditional students. Later, Sarah and Jon discuss the latest developments in Congress’s reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Jared Lyon <a href="https://studentveterans.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Student Veterans of America</a> <a href="https://benefits.va.gov/gibill/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GI Bill</a> U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Veterans-Toolkit-2018.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACE Toolkit for Veteran Friendly Institutions</a> Higher Education Act <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Policy-Advocacy/Pages/HEA-DOE/Higher-Education-Act.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Higher Education Act and Department of Education</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Policy-Advocacy/Pages/HEA-DOE/Higher-Education-Act.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> ACE</a> <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2019/10/16/house-democrats%E2%80%99-latest-higher-ed-plan-pushes-free-college-more-generous-loan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> House Dems’ Vision for Higher Ed</a> Inside Higher Ed ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Sarah-Spreitzer.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah Spreitzer</a> is ACE’s director of government and public affairs, and represents ACE and its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, immigration, and legislative issues. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Turk.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Turk</a> is ACE’s associate director of research and conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy.

Episode 08: Setting Up Student Veterans for Success

Anthony “Tony” Jack, Harvard professor and author of “The Privileged Poor: How Elite Colleges are Failing Disadvantaged Students” talks with ACE hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa about his own experience as a poor, but privileged, student and why getting into college is not the last hurdle students like him face at elite colleges and other institutions. Jack offers unique solutions to challenges like food insecurity, social isolation, and something he calls the “hidden curriculum.” Our hosts then talk about some recent higher ed news such as HBCU Week and a new report criticizing a recent fix to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:  The Privileged Poor: How Elite Colleges are Failing Disadvantaged Students by Anthony Jack “I Was a Low-income College Student. Classes Weren’t the Hard Part,” The New York Times Magazine Government Accountability Report – Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Improving the Temporary Expanded Process Could Help Reduce Borrower Confusion ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Listen to all episodes of the podcast here. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Lorelle Espinosa is ACE’s vice president for research, where she is responsible for developing the association’s thought leadership and research agenda. Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Podcast production by the American Council on Education.

<a href="https://www.gse.harvard.edu/faculty/anthony-jack" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anthony “Tony” Jack</a>, Harvard professor and author of “<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Privileged-Poor-Colleges-Disadvantaged-Students/dp/B07QP9GF21/ref=sr_1_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Privileged Poor: How Elite Colleges are Failing Disadvantaged Students</a>” talks with ACE hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa about his own experience as a poor, but privileged, student and why getting into college is not the last hurdle students like him face at elite colleges and other institutions. Jack offers unique solutions to challenges like food insecurity, social isolation, and something he calls the “hidden curriculum.” Our hosts then talk about some recent higher ed news such as HBCU Week and a new report criticizing a recent fix to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Privileged-Poor-Colleges-Disadvantaged-Students/dp/B07QP9GF21/ref=sr_1_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Privileged Poor: How Elite Colleges are Failing Disadvantaged Students </a>by Anthony Jack “<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/09/10/magazine/college-inequality.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Was a Low-income College Student. Classes Weren’t the Hard Part</a>,” The New York Times Magazine <a href="https://www.gao.gov/assets/710/701157.pdf05056866fb1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Government Accountability Report – Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Improving the Temporary Expanded Process Could Help Reduce Borrower Confusion</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Listen to all episodes of the podcast <a href="http://www.acenet.edu/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is ACE’s vice president for research, where she is responsible for developing the association’s thought leadership and research agenda. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Podcast production by the American Council on Education.

Episode 05: Beyond the Admissions Letter: Helping Disadvantaged Students Succeed in College

Tensions on campus around free speech issues mean college and university leaders are often caught in the crosshairs. Hosts Lorelle Espinosa and Jon Fansmith speak with civil discourse and campus speech experts, Lara Schwartz, professor at American University, and Michelle Deutchman, executive director of the University of California’s Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement, about the tensions, the research, and the policies that can have a huge impact on how students experience campus life and explore how leaders can make their own campuses inclusive. Later, Lorelle and Jon look at further resources around campus inclusion and free speech and how the Department of Education may become more involved. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Lara Schwartz and Michelle Deutchman: National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement University of California Syracuse University Hit With Racist Graffiti, Vandalism and a Swastika — All in Just Eight Days The Washington Post (Nov. 15, 2019) Free Expression on Campus: What College Students Think About First Amendment Issues The Knight Foundation How to College: What to Know Before You Go (and When You're There) By Lara Schwartz and Andrea Malkin Brenner Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District Morse et. al. v. Frederick To Protect Free Speech, U. of Wisconsin Is Poised to Double Down on Punishing Disruptive Protesters The Chronicle of Higher Education (Oct. 10, 2019) UC Irvine Free Speech Resources Speaking Truth and Acting with Integrity: Confronting Challenges of Campus Racial Climate ACE Building My Voice: Project on Civil Discourse American University Post-Interview chat on free speech and inclusion resources Campus Climate and Inclusion Resources ACE The Free Speech Project Georgetown University Campus Free Speech Guide PEN America #SpeechMatters Conference: The Future of Free Expression on Campus Feb. 27, 2020, Washington, DC Inclusion and Free Speech: Strategies for Managing Tensions ACE Engage® Equal Participation of Faith-Based Organizations in Department of Education Programs and Activities U.S. Department of Education ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Lorelle Espinosa is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. Jon Fansmith is ACE’s director of government relations and represents ACE and its members on matters related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

Tensions on campus around free speech issues mean college and university leaders are often caught in the crosshairs. Hosts Lorelle Espinosa and Jon Fansmith speak with civil discourse and campus speech experts, <a href="https://www.american.edu/spa/faculty/lschwart.cfm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lara Schwartz</a>, professor at American University, and <a href="https://news.uci.edu/2018/04/23/ucs-national-center-for-free-speech-and-civic-engagement-selects-executive-director/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Michelle Deutchman</a>, executive director of the University of California’s Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement, about the tensions, the research, and the policies that can have a huge impact on how students experience campus life and explore how leaders can make their own campuses inclusive. Later, Lorelle and Jon look at further resources around campus inclusion and free speech and how the Department of Education may become more involved. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Lara Schwartz and Michelle Deutchman: <a href="https://freespeechcenter.universityofcalifornia.edu/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement</a> University of California <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2019/11/15/syracuse-university-hit-with-racist-graffiti-vandalism-swastika-all-just-eight-days/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Syracuse University Hit With Racist Graffiti, Vandalism and a Swastika — All in Just Eight Days</a> The Washington Post (Nov. 15, 2019) <a href="https://knightfoundation.org/reports/free-expression-on-campus-what-college-students-think-about-first-amendment-issues/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Free Expression on Campus: What College Students Think About First Amendment Issues</a> The Knight Foundation <a href="https://www.amazon.com/How-College-Before-Youre-There-ebook/dp/B07J4NX4XF" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">How to College: What to Know Before You Go (and When You're There)</a> By Lara Schwartz and Andrea Malkin Brenner <a href="https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-supreme-court/393/503.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District</a> <a href="https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-supreme-court/551/393.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Morse et. al. v. Frederick</a> <a href="https://www.chronicle.com/article/To-Protect-Free-Speech-U-of/247328" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">To Protect Free Speech, U. of Wisconsin Is Poised to Double Down on Punishing Disruptive Protesters</a> The Chronicle of Higher Education (Oct. 10, 2019) <a href="https://freespeech.uci.edu/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">UC Irvine Free Speech Resources</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Speaking-Truth-and-Acting-with-Integrity.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Speaking Truth and Acting with Integrity: Confronting Challenges of Campus Racial Climate</a> ACE <a href="https://www.american.edu/spa/civildiscourse/upload/final_building-myvoice-2.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Building My Voice: Project on Civil Discourse</a> American University Post-Interview chat on free speech and inclusion resources <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Research-Insights/Pages/Diversity-Inclusion/Campus-Climate-and-Inclusion.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Campus Climate and Inclusion Resources</a> ACE <a href="https://freespeechproject.georgetown.edu/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Free Speech Project</a> Georgetown University <a href="https://campusfreespeechguide.pen.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Campus Free Speech Guide</a> PEN America <a href="https://freespeechcenter.universityofcalifornia.edu/speech-matters/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">#SpeechMatters Conference: The Future of Free Expression on Campus</a> Feb. 27, 2020, Washington, DC <a href="https://engage.acenet.edu/portal/site/library?contentid=1366" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Inclusion and Free Speech: Strategies for Managing Tensions</a> ACE Engage® <a href="https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/eAgendaViewRule?pubId=201910&amp;RIN=1840-AD45" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Equal Participation of Faith-Based Organizations in Department of Education Programs and Activities</a> U.S. Department of Education ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu" rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> is ACE’s director of government relations and represents ACE and its members on matters related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

Episode 10: Talking Free Speech on Campus

Lindsay Wayt, director of analytics for the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), discusses how colleges and universities are using analytics to achieve the essential goals of a 21st century campus—building campuses that focus on student success, managing costs, improving efficiency, and more. She also gives an overview of a new set of principles from NACUBO, the Association for Institutional Research (AIR), and EDUCAUSE designed to help higher education leaders tap into the power of analytics. After chatting with Lindsay, hosts Jon Fansmith and Jon Turk talk about the future of the FUTURE Act, which must be passed by Sept. 30 to preserve a vital funding stream for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other Minority-Serving Institutions. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Lindsay Wayt Analytics Can Save Higher Education. Really. The Association for Institutional Research (AIR), EDUCAUSE, and NACUBO  Johnson Valley Community College Activities-Based Costing    The ‘Moneyball’ Solution for Higher Education, Politico, Jan. 16, 2019  Georgia State, Leading U.S. in Black Graduates, Is Engine of Social Mobility, The New York Times, May 15, 2018   What a Predictive Analytics Experiment Taught 11 Colleges About Sharing Data, Education Dive, April 18, 2019   Rutgers Fix for Its Overcrowded Busing Mess Does Not Include More Buses, NewJersey.com, Oct. 4, 2016  ACE Resources The Data-Enabled Executive: Using Analytics for Student Success and Sustainability  Enabling Faculty-Led Student Success Efforts at Community Colleges The FUTURE Act FUTURE Act Halted in Senate, Higher Education Organizations and Leaders Dismayed, Diverse: Issues In Higher Education, Sept. 26, 2019)  Letter from ACE and 43 Other Higher Education Association to the Senate Urging Immediate Passage of the FUTURE Act (PDF) Protecting Our Future: FUTURE Act campaign site from UNCF ABOUT THE SHOW ​Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu.  HOSTS Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Jon Turk is the associate director for research in ACE’s Division of Learning and Engagement. In this role, he conducts original research on issues related to student success, higher education finance, postsecondary data policy, and higher education governance.

Lindsay Wayt, director of analytics for the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), discusses how colleges and universities are using analytics to achieve the essential goals of a 21st century campus—building campuses that focus on student success, managing costs, improving efficiency, and more. She also gives an overview of a new set of principles from NACUBO, the Association for Institutional Research (AIR), and EDUCAUSE designed to help higher education leaders tap into the power of analytics. After chatting with Lindsay, hosts Jon Fansmith and Jon Turk talk about the future of the FUTURE Act, which must be passed by Sept. 30 to preserve a vital funding stream for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other Minority-Serving Institutions. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Lindsay Wayt <a href="https://changewithanalytics.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Analytics Can Save Higher Education. Really. </a>The Association for Institutional Research (AIR), EDUCAUSE, and NACUBO <a href="https://maximizingresources.org/files/The-ABCs-of-Activity-Based-Costing-in-Community-Colleges.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnson Valley Community College Activities-Based Costing</a> <a href="https://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2019/01/16/tracking-student-data-graduation-000868" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The ‘Moneyball’ Solution for Higher Education</a>, Politico, Jan. 16, 2019 <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/15/us/georgia-state-african-americans.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Georgia State, Leading U.S. in Black Graduates, Is Engine of Social Mobility</a>, The New York Times, May 15, 2018  <a href="https://www.educationdive.com/news/what-a-predictive-analytics-experiment-taught-11-colleges-about-sharing-dat/552986/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> What a Predictive Analytics Experiment Taught 11 Colleges About Sharing Data</a>, Education Dive, April 18, 2019  <a href="https://www.nj.com/education/2016/10/rutgers_bus_overcrowding_ru_screw.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Rutgers Fix for Its Overcrowded Busing Mess Does Not Include More Buses</a>, <a href="http://NewJersey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NewJersey.com</a>, Oct. 4, 2016  ACE Resources <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/The-Data-Enabled-Executive.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Data-Enabled Executive: Using Analytics for Student Success and Sustainability</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Enabling-Faculty-Led-Student-Success-Efforts.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Enabling Faculty-Led Student Success Efforts at Community Colleges</a> The FUTURE Act <a href="https://diverseeducation.com/article/155901/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FUTURE Act Halted in Senate, Higher Education Organizations and Leaders Dismayed</a>, Diverse: Issues In Higher Education, Sept. 26, 2019) <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Letter-Senate-FUTURE-Act-Support.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Letter from ACE and 43 Other Higher Education Association to the Senate Urging Immediate Passage of the FUTURE Act</a> (PDF) <a href="https://www.uncf.org/protectingourfuture" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Protecting Our Future: FUTURE Act campaign site from UNCF</a> ABOUT THE SHOW ​Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>.  HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Jon Turk is the associate director for research in ACE’s Division of Learning and Engagement. In this role, he conducts original research on issues related to student success, higher education finance, postsecondary data policy, and higher education governance.

Episode 06: Big Data Goes to College

Nance Roy, chief clinical officer at the Jed Foundation, and Jan Collins-Eaglin, associate dean of students for wellness and personal success at Pomona College and an advisor at the Steve Fund, talk about effective strategies to help at-risk students on college campuses. After the discussion, hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa talk about the future of the FUTURE Act, which until it expired Sept. 30 provided a vital funding stream for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other minority serving institutions. Legislation to restore the initiative has been revived in the Senate, where it was approved last week. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Nance Roy and Jan Collins-Eaglin ACE Pulse Point Survey – Student Mental Health and Well-Being College Student Mental Health and Well-being: A Higher Education Today blog series American College Health Association (ACHA) Active Minds Healthy Minds Network JED Foundation The Steve Fund Mary Christie Foundation Center for Collegiate Mental Health NASPA NIRSA 20x30 Learning and Action Network Investing in Student Mental Health: Opportunities and Benefits for College Leadership  The FUTURE Act Senate Passes HBCU Funding, FAFSA Changes Inside Higher Ed | Dec. 6, 2019 Letter from ACE and 43 other higher education association to the Senate urging immediate passage of the FUTURE Act (PDF) Protecting Our Future: FUTURE Act campaign site from UNCF  ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Lorelle Espinosa is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services.  Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

<a href="https://www.jedfoundation.org/people/dr-nance-roy/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Nance Roy</a>, chief clinical officer at the <a href="https://www.jedfoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jed Foundation</a>, and <a href="https://www.stevefund.org/scientific-advisors/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jan Collins-Eaglin</a>, associate dean of students for wellness and personal success at Pomona College and an advisor at the <a href="https://www.stevefund.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Steve Fund</a>, talk about effective strategies to help at-risk students on college campuses. After the discussion, hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa talk about the future of the FUTURE Act, which until it expired Sept. 30 provided a vital funding stream for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other minority serving institutions. Legislation to restore the initiative has been revived in the Senate, where it was approved last week. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with Nance Roy and Jan Collins-Eaglin <a href="https://www.higheredtoday.org/2019/08/12/college-student-mental-health-well-survey-college-presidents/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE Pulse Point Survey – Student Mental Health and Well-Being</a> <a href="https://www.higheredtoday.org/policy-research/student-support-success/college-student-mental-health-well/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">College Student Mental Health and Well-being: A Higher Education Today blog series</a> <a href="https://acha.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">American College Health Association (ACHA)</a> <a href="https://www.activeminds.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Active Minds</a> <a href="https://healthymindsnetwork.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Healthy Minds Network</a> <a href="https://www.jedfoundation.org/what-we-do/colleges/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">JED Foundation</a> <a href="https://www.stevefund.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Steve Fund</a> <a href="http://marychristiefoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mary Christie Foundation</a> <a href="https://ccmh.psu.edu/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Center for Collegiate Mental Health</a> <a href="https://www.naspa.org/home" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">NASPA</a> <a href="https://nirsa.net/nirsa/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">NIRSA</a> <a href="https://collegehealthqi.nyu.edu/20x30/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">20x30 Learning and Action Network</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Investing-in-Student-Mental-Health.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Investing in Student Mental Health: Opportunities and Benefits for College Leadership</a> The FUTURE Act <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/quicktakes/2019/12/06/senate-passes-hbcu-funding-fafsa-changes" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Senate Passes HBCU Funding, FAFSA Changes</a> Inside Higher Ed | Dec. 6, 2019 <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Documents/Letter-Senate-FUTURE-Act-Support.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Letter from ACE and 43 other higher education association to the Senate urging immediate passage of the FUTURE Act</a> (PDF) <a href="https://www.uncf.org/protectingourfuture" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Protecting Our Future: FUTURE Act campaign site from UNCF</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu" rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

Episode 11: Meeting Students Where They Are on Mental Health

Brad Farnsworth, ACE's vice president for global engagement, talks with our podcast hosts about recent trends in international student enrollment, delays in issuing student visas, global partnerships, and whether the Trump administration's policies and rhetoric are impacting international higher education. Just back from a trip to China, Farnsworth has particular insight into how these trends and policies are playing out in Beijing and for Chinese students who want to study in the United States. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:  International Student Economic Value Tool NAFSA: Association of International Educators   2018 Open Doors Report Institute of International Education Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 Students  Recommendations to institutions with Confucius Institutes in light of heightened concerns from Congress and federal national security agencies. American Council on Education Letters from  Harvard,  New Jersey colleges and universities, and  Michigan colleges and universities on the growing uncertainty and anxiety around issues involving international students and scholars.  Letter to the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship for the hearing on “Policy Changes and Processing Delays at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.” American Council on Education   Internationalization Lab Program American Council on Education   Enhancing the Quality of the International Student Experience By Brad Farnsworth  From the introduction:  ACE, Associations Reiterate Request for Clarification of Foreign Gift Reporting Requirements ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Listen to all episodes of the podcast here. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS  Sarah Spreitzer is a director in ACE’s Division of Government and Public Affairs. She represents the Council and its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, and immigration. Jon Turk is the associate director for research in ACE’s Division of Learning and Engagement, where he conducts original research on student success, higher education finance, postsecondary data policy, and higher education governance. Podcast produced by the American Council on Education.

Brad Farnsworth, ACE's vice president for global engagement, talks with our podcast hosts about recent trends in international student enrollment, delays in issuing student visas, global partnerships, and whether the Trump administration's policies and rhetoric are impacting international higher education. Just back from a trip to China, Farnsworth has particular insight into how these trends and policies are playing out in Beijing and for Chinese students who want to study in the United States. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://www.nafsa.org/policy-and-advocacy/policy-resources/nafsa-international-student-economic-value-tool" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> International Student Economic Value Tool</a> NAFSA: Association of International Educators <a href="https://www.iie.org/Research-and-Insights/Open-Doors/Open-Doors-2018-Media-Information" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 2018 Open Doors Report</a> Institute of International Education <a href="https://www.uscis.gov/opt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 Students</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Pages/Letter-on-Confucius-Institutes.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Recommendations</a> to institutions with Confucius Institutes in light of heightened concerns from Congress and federal national security agencies. American Council on Education Letters from <a href="https://www.harvard.edu/president/news/2019/letter-to-secretary-pompeo-and-acting-secretary-mcaleenan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Harvard</a>, <a href="https://president.princeton.edu/blogs/letter-president-eisgruber-and-other-leaders-new-jersey-colleges-and-universities-new-jersey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> New Jersey</a> colleges and universities, and <a href="https://www.masu.org/Portals/0/docs/MI%20Higher%20Ed%20Immigration%20Letter%206-24-2019.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Michigan</a> colleges and universities on the growing uncertainty and anxiety around issues involving international students and scholars. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Documents/Letter-House-Judiciary-USCIS-hearing.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Letter</a> to the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship for the hearing on “Policy Changes and Processing Delays at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.” American Council on Education <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Pages/ACE-Internationalization-Laboratory.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Internationalization Lab Program</a> American Council on Education <a href="https://www.higheredtoday.org/2018/07/02/enhancing-quality-international-student-experience/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Enhancing the Quality of the International Student Experience</a> By Brad Farnsworth From the introduction: <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Pages/ACE-Associations-Reiterate-Request-for-Clarification-of-Foreign-Gift-Reporting-Requirements.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> ACE, Associations Reiterate Request for Clarification of Foreign Gift Reporting Requirements</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Listen to all episodes of the podcast <a href="https://www.higheredtoday.org/dotedu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to <a href="https://twitter.com/ACEducation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ACEducation</a> or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/leadership-bios/Pages/Sarah-Spreitzer.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sarah Spreitzer</a> is a director in ACE’s Division of Government and Public Affairs. She represents the Council and its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, and immigration. <a href="https://www.higheredtoday.org/contributor/jonathan-m-turk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Turk</a> is the associate director for research in ACE’s Division of Learning and Engagement, where he conducts original research on student success, higher education finance, postsecondary data policy, and higher education governance. Podcast produced by the American Council on Education.

Episode 04: The Current Climate for International Students in the United States

Former Secretary of Education John B. King, now president and CEO of The Education Trust, talks about his passion for giving all learners, particularly those in poverty and prisons, access to higher education. He discusses with hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa how his own personal experiences, his work in the federal government, and his work as an education advocate drive him to help students who just need a chance to succeed. He also provides practical solutions for institutions and policymakers who want to close equity gaps. Programming note dotEDU will take a break for the holidays and will return with new episodes in January. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with John B. King Congress Approves Future Act ACE ACE2019: Real Students, Real Change: How Students’ Lives Can Transform Higher Education John B. King moderates a student panel at ACE’s 101st Annual Meeting Higher Education Behind and Beyond Bars: A Father and Son Story The Education Trust College Behind Bars Documentary DeVos Calls for Making 'Second Chance Pell' Permanent Inside Higher Ed | June 26, 2019 REAL Act of 2019 ACE’s Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education: A Status Report The 1619 Project The New York Times Broken Mirrors The Education Trust Lift the Ban on Pell Grants for Students Who Are Incarcerated The Education Trust Ban the Box Campaign The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Color Blindness ACE2020, ACE’s 102nd Annual Meeting, March 14-16 in San Diego ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Lorelle Espinosa is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services.  Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

Former Secretary of Education <a href="https://edtrust.org/team/john-b-king-jr/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">John B. King</a>, now president and CEO of <a href="https://edtrust.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Education Trust</a>, talks about his passion for giving all learners, particularly those in poverty and prisons, access to higher education. He discusses with hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa how his own personal experiences, his work in the federal government, and his work as an education advocate drive him to help students who just need a chance to succeed. He also provides practical solutions for institutions and policymakers who want to close equity gaps. Programming note dotEDU will take a break for the holidays and will return with new episodes in January. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Conversation with John B. King <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Congress-Approves-FUTURE-Act.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Congress Approves Future Act</a> ACE <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mn8HSC_PNU4&amp;t=181s" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE2019: Real Students, Real Change: How Students’ Lives Can Transform Higher Education</a> John B. King moderates a student panel at ACE’s 101st Annual Meeting <a href="https://edtrust.org/the-equity-line/higher-education-behind-and-beyond-bars-a-father-and-son-story/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Higher Education Behind and Beyond Bars: A Father and Son Story</a> The Education Trust <a href="https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/college-behind-bars" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">College Behind Bars Documentary</a> <a href="https://www.insidehighered.com/quicktakes/2019/06/26/devos-calls-making-second-chance-pell-permanent" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">DeVos Calls for Making 'Second Chance Pell' Permanent</a> Inside Higher Ed | June 26, 2019 <a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/2168/text" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">REAL Act of 2019</a> <a href="https://www.equityinhighered.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE’s Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education: A Status Report</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/08/14/magazine/1619-america-slavery.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The 1619 Project</a> The New York Times <a href="https://edtrust.org/resource/broken-mirrors-latino-representation-english/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Broken Mirrors</a> The Education Trust <a href="https://edtrust.org/issue/lift-the-ban/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lift the Ban on Pell Grants for Students Who Are Incarcerated</a> The Education Trust <a href="https://bantheboxcampaign.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Ban the Box Campaign</a> <a href="http://newjimcrow.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Color Blindness</a> <a href="https://www.aceannualmeeting.org/event/3aaff282-de6d-4385-9349-e4244fc19da6?5S,M3,3aaff282-de6d-4385-9349-e4244fc19da6=" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE2020, ACE’s 102nd Annual Meeting, March 14-16 in San Diego</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu" rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.

Episode 12: Giving All Learners a Chance

Hispanic student enrollment in higher education has doubled in the last decade. Where are these students going, what do they need, how do Hispanic-serving Institution (HSIs) fit into the equation, and how is the current political climate affecting them? In this episode, John Aguilar, executive director of legislative affairs at the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), discusses Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students, Dreamers, and how HSIs are leading the way in meeting students where they are while navigating unique funding challenges. ***Interview Recorded June 20, 2019 EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: Hispanic Association of Colleges &amp; Universities (HACU)  Government Investment in Public Hispanic-Serving Institutions  Protect Dreamers Higher Education Coalition  From the introduction:  Letter to House Leaders in Support of the FY 2020 Minibus Appropriations Bill H.R.3038 - Securing American Science and Technology Act of 2019 H.R.6 - American Dream and Promise Act of 2019 ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Listen to all episodes of the podcast  here. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS  Jon Fansmith represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid.  Sarah Spreitzer represents ACE and its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, immigration, and legislative issues.  Podcast produced by the American Council on Education.

Hispanic student enrollment in higher education has doubled in the last decade. Where are these students going, what do they need, how do Hispanic-serving Institution (HSIs) fit into the equation, and how is the current political climate affecting them? In this episode, John Aguilar, executive director of legislative affairs at the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), discusses Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students, Dreamers, and how HSIs are leading the way in meeting students where they are while navigating unique funding challenges. ***Interview Recorded June 20, 2019 EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://www.hacu.net/hacu/default.asp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hispanic Association of Colleges &amp; Universities (HACU)</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Pages/Hispanic-Serving-Institutions.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Government Investment in Public Hispanic-Serving Institutions</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Protect-Dreamers-Higher-Education-Coalition.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Protect Dreamers Higher Education Coalition</a> From the introduction: <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Documents/Letter-House-minibus-appropriations-bill.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Letter to House Leaders in Support of the FY 2020 Minibus Appropriations Bill</a> <a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/3038" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">H.R.3038 - Securing American Science and Technology Act of 2019</a> <a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">H.R.6 - American Dream and Promise Act of 2019</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Listen to all episodes of the podcast <a href="https://www.higheredtoday.org/2019/08/13/lifting-men-color-higher-ed/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to <a href="https://twitter.com/ACEducation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ACEducation</a> or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/leadership-bios/Pages/Jonathan-S-Fansmith.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Jon Fansmith</a> represents ACE and its members on issues related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/news-room/leadership-bios/Pages/Sarah-Spreitzer.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sarah Spreitzer</a> represents ACE and its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, immigration, and legislative issues. Podcast produced by the American Council on Education.

Episode 03: HSIs Are Narrowing Racial Gaps for Latinx Students

What lessons can scientists and the public learn from the response to the COVID-19 pandemic? Hosts Lorelle Espinosa and Jon Turk discuss that and sustainability on college campuses with Lisa Graumlich, dean of the College of the Environment at the University of Washington. Also, Lorelle and Jon explore ACE’s response to the Education Department’s recent release of new Title IX regulations and what it could mean for higher education. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:  Resources on the Department of Education’s Final Title IX Regulation ACEnet.edu Webinar: Discussing the Title IX Final Rule ACE Engage  College and University Presidents Respond to COVID-19: April 2020 Survey ACEnet.edu 3 Coronavirus Science Lessons Give Us Hope for the Planet’s Future by Lisa Graumlich The Seattle Times | April 22, 2020  University of Washington College of the Environment ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Lorelle Espinosa is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. Jon Turk is the associate director for research at ACE. He conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy.

What lessons can scientists and the public learn from the response to the COVID-19 pandemic? Hosts Lorelle Espinosa and Jon Turk discuss that and sustainability on college campuses with Lisa Graumlich, dean of the College of the Environment at the University of Washington. Also, Lorelle and Jon explore ACE’s response to the Education Department’s recent release of new Title IX regulations and what it could mean for higher education. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Policy-Advocacy/Pages/Campus-Safety/Toolkit-Campus-Sexual-Assault-and-Title-IX.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Resources on the Department of Education’s Final Title IX Regulation</a> <a href="http://ACEnet.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACEnet.edu</a> <a href="https://engage.acenet.edu/portal/site/library?contentid=1762" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Webinar: Discussing the Title IX Final Rule</a> ACE Engage <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Research-Insights/Pages/Senior-Leaders/College-and-University-Presidents-Respond-to-COVID-19-April-2020.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">College and University Presidents Respond to COVID-19: April 2020 Survey</a> <a href="http://ACEnet.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACEnet.edu</a> <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/3-coronavirus-science-lessons-give-us-hope-for-the-planets-future/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">3 Coronavirus Science Lessons Give Us Hope for the Planet’s Future</a> by Lisa Graumlich The Seattle Times | April 22, 2020 <a href="https://environment.uw.edu/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">University of Washington College of the Environment</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu" rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Turk.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Turk</a> is the associate director for research at ACE. He conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy.

Episode 21: Making Scientific Research More Nimble

More states are considering broad-based college aid programs, an idea that was sparked some 75 years ago with the GI Bill. Hosts Jon Turk and Sarah Spreitzer talk with College Promise CEO Martha Kanter about the future of college promise programs nationwide, particularly in light of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on higher education. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: COVID-19 Policy Developments ACEnet.edu ACE Launches COVID-19 Pulse Point Survey Series ACEnet.edu “The College Promise Movement: Free Community College Equals Paid for and Sustainable” by Martha Kanter Community College Journal Free College: Can Washington Keep That Promise During a Recession? The Seattle Times | April 30, 2020 Catalogue of Local and State College Promise Programs CollegePromise.org Evaluating the Return on Investment in Higher Education Urban Institute The Kalamazoo Promise Tennessee Promise ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Jon Turk is the associate director for research at ACE. He conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy. Sarah Spreitzer is a director for government relations at ACE. She represents its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, immigration, and legislative issues.

More states are considering broad-based college aid programs, an idea that was sparked some 75 years ago with the GI Bill. Hosts Jon Turk and Sarah Spreitzer talk with College Promise CEO Martha Kanter about the future of college promise programs nationwide, particularly in light of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on higher education. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Policy-Advocacy/Pages/COVID-19-Policy-Developments.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">COVID-19 Policy Developments</a> <a href="http://ACEnet.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACEnet.edu</a> <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/ACE-Launches-COVID-19-Pulse-Point-Survey-Series.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ACE Launches COVID-19 Pulse Point Survey Series</a> <a href="http://ACEnet.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACEnet.edu</a> “<a href="http://www.ccjournal-digital.com/ccjournal/october_november_2019/MobilePagedArticle.action?articleId=1528615#articleId1528615" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The College Promise Movement: Free Community College Equals Paid for and Sustainable</a>” by Martha Kanter Community College Journal <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/education-lab/free-college-can-washington-keep-that-promise-during-a-recession/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Free College: Can Washington Keep That Promise During a Recession?</a> The Seattle Times | April 30, 2020 <a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5e44327a52b88927aaaecabd/t/5e87418be895752bf9962c7f/1585922465627/RealCollegePromiseCatalog_Rockefeller_Online+%281%29.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Catalogue of Local and State College Promise Programs</a> <a href="http://CollegePromise.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CollegePromise.org</a> <a href="https://www.urban.org/sites/default/files/publication/99078/evaluating_the_return_on_investment_in_higher_education.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Evaluating the Return on Investment in Higher Education</a> Urban Institute <a href="https://www.kalamazoopromise.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Kalamazoo Promise</a> <a href="https://www.tn.gov/tnpromise.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tennessee Promise</a> ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu" rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Turk.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Turk</a> is the associate director for research at ACE. He conducts original research on a number of topics, including student success and completion, organizational change, and higher education policy. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Sarah-Spreitzer.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah Spreitzer</a> is a director for government relations at ACE. She represents its members on matters related to research policy and funding, federal policy, international students, immigration, and legislative issues.

Episode 20: Can We Promise College for All?

COVID-19 has effected colleges and universities in myriad ways, and we’re just beginning to understand the changes for students and institutions coming down the road. Students with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status have particular needs during this time. Carrie Hauser, president of Colorado Mountain College, talks with co-hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa about how her institution has responded to the pandemic and how its unique, interest-free income share agreement for DACA students has adapted. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:  Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources and Guidance Discussion Group ACE Engage®  Higher Education Community Requests $46.6 Billion for Students and Institutions in Fourth Supplemental Package, Proposes Tax Changes ACEnet.edu CMC Responds: Today, Tomorrow, Together Colorado Mountain College Unemployment Surge Hits Mountain Counties Hardest, Followed by Northern Front Range The Denver Post | April 15, 2020  Fund Sueños Colorado Mountain College ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the dotEDU page. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email podcast@acenet.edu. HOSTS Jon Fansmith is a director for government relations at ACE. He represents its members on matters related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. Lorelle Espinosa is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services.

COVID-19 has effected colleges and universities in myriad ways, and we’re just beginning to understand the changes for students and institutions coming down the road. Students with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status have particular needs during this time. Carrie Hauser, president of Colorado Mountain College, talks with co-hosts Jon Fansmith and Lorelle Espinosa about how her institution has responded to the pandemic and how its unique, interest-free income share agreement for DACA students has adapted. EPISODE NOTES Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show: <a href="https://engage.acenet.edu/portal/site/818a186d-afe7-4696-b7ed-b9c5c42e21b4/tool/dbab6855-edf9-4321-9f8e-de3be48d81ea" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources and Guidance Discussion Group</a> ACE Engage® <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/News-Room/Pages/Higher-Education-Community-Requests-$47-Billion-for-Students-and-Institutions-Proposes-Tax-Changes.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Higher Education Community Requests $46.6 Billion for Students and Institutions in Fourth Supplemental Package, Proposes Tax Changes</a> <a href="http://ACEnet.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ACEnet.edu</a> <a href="https://coloradomtn.edu/CMCResponds/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CMC Responds: Today, Tomorrow, Together</a> Colorado Mountain College <a href="https://www.denverpost.com/2020/04/15/cornoavirus-unemployment-hits-colorado-mountain-counties/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Unemployment Surge Hits Mountain Counties Hardest, Followed by Northern Front Range</a> The Denver Post | April 15, 2020 <a href="https://coloradomtn.edu/suenos/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Fund Sueños</a> Colorado Mountain College ABOUT THE SHOW Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE are joined by guest experts to lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more. Find all episodes of the podcast at the <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/dotedu/default.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dotEDU page</a>. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or email <a href="mailto:podcast@acenet.edu" rel="noopener">podcast@acenet.edu</a>. HOSTS <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Jonathan-Fansmith.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Fansmith</a> is a director for government relations at ACE. He represents its members on matters related to the federal budget and appropriations process, with a particular focus on student aid. <a href="https://www.acenet.edu/Pages/Bio/Lorelle-Espinosa.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lorelle Espinosa</a> is the vice president for research at ACE. In this role, she is responsible for developing the organization’s thought leadership and research agenda and for ensuring a consistent evidence base across ACE’s array of programs and services.

Episode 19: A College at the Crossroads of COVID-19 and DACA

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