In an audacious step toward eradicating the persistent problem of financial instability, the United Way of the Wabash Valley has taken the initiative to empower households through education with their latest financial education grant. Approximately 33,000 households in their service area, a range
As the Grand Forks School Board election approaches on June 11, a pressing emphasis is placed on addressing the challenges to student learning and educational outcomes magnified by the pandemic. Six candidates, including three incumbents and three hopeful newcomers, are contending for four at-large
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
