Columbus State Community College (CSCC) faces a daunting fiscal challenge—a projected $6.8 million budget deficit for the upcoming fiscal year. As part of a strategic initiative to stabilize its finances, CSCC has begun making difficult decisions, including staff reductions. In a move that will
The Current State of Higher Education Funding State and local governments have once again increased their investments in public higher education, marking the 11th consecutive year of financial commitment growth. According to the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association, the fiscal year
The U.S. Department of Education fully understands the importance of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in students’ pursuit of higher education. However, recent statistics indicate a troubling decline in FAFSA completion among high school seniors, raising concerns about access to
Facing the dual challenges of a 3.3% operational cost increase and persistent inflationary pressures, the University of Minnesota has unveiled a budget proposal for the upcoming academic year that hinges on strategic financial maneuvering to secure institutional stability amidst economic
Higher education institutions across the United States are under increasing scrutiny regarding the advancement of women and minority faculty within their ranks. A comprehensive study by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) has cast light on the systemic
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education is ushering in an era of transformation, promising to modernize various sectors within universities and colleges. With the introduction of AI, institutions are on the cusp of a technological revolution that could reshape the academic
