Laurie Arnston

Alabama, Finland, United States

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Improving State Longitudinal Data Systems

5 days ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Title: Powering Potential: Using Data to Support Postsecondary Access, Completion, and Return on InvestmentSource: The Data Quality CampaignTo make decisions about when and where to pursue their next educational credential, students and their families need to be able to understand the full picture of pursuing further education.
Pell Grant Dollars Are Left Unclaimed: What That Means for Students and States

1 week ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Title: Pell Dollars Left on the TableAuthors: Louisa Woodhouse and Bill DeBaunSource: National College Attainment NetworkPell Grants have long supported low-income students as they pursue higher education, increasing the financial capabilities and academic opportunities afforded to students. However, receiving federal financial aid through Pell Grants is dependent on filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which can serve as a barrier to students.
Navigating Anti-DEI in Higher Education

1 week ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Title: Critical Leadership for Civil Rights in Higher Education: The Experiences of Chief Diversity Officers Navigating Anti-DEI ActionAuthors: Jeffrey K. Grim, Arissa Koines, Raúl Gámez, Erick R. Aguinaldo, and Jada CrockerSource: National Center for Institutional Diversity, University of MichiganChief diversity officers (CDOs) in higher education play a critical role in ensuring civil rights and facilitating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on campuses.
Renewing the Social Contract for Higher Education

2 weeks ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Higher education is at a crossroads. Most Americans recognize that our nation’s colleges and universities contribute enormously to the nation’s economy and the welfare of its people. For over a century, the sector has been an essential driver of innovation, discovery, job creation and economic mobility. There is unambiguous evidence linking postsecondary education to increased lifetime earnings, better health outcomes and greater participation in civic life.
Dual Enrollment’s Long-Term Effects on Student Earnings

2 weeks ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Title: Do Dual Enrollment Students Realize Better Long-Run Earnings?
No, Endowments Are Not the Answer to Federal Attacks on Higher Ed

3 weeks ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Learn more about how endowments support students and research: Contact Congress, read our brief Understanding College and University Endowments, and explore our Tax Resource webpage. The Trump administration has launched an aggressive and unprecedented attack on higher education—unlike anything we’ve seen before. Billions of dollars in federal support for vital research on diseases like cancer, Alzheimer’s, and HIV disappeared overnight.
Three Easy Tax Fixes That Would Help Students Succeed

1 month ago | higheredtoday.org | Steven L. Bloom |Jack Nicholson |Laurie Arnston

As Congress works on a sweeping rewrite of the tax code, students and families across the country are watching—and hoping this moment leads to real change that will increase access to higher education. The conversation in Washington will likely center on what to keep, what to cut, and how to fit higher education into the massive, complex puzzle that is the U.S. tax code.
The State of Student Mental Health at HBCUs

1 month ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Title: Flourishing: Bolstering the Mental Health of Students at HBCUs and PBIsSource: United Negro College Fund (UNCF)Student mental health is often a chief concern for university administrations and faculty alike, with institutions working to develop strong mental health resources for students. Mental health concerns, however, can vary drastically from student to student, requiring dynamic responses to support the ever-changing challenges students face.
How Major Restrictions Silently Reshape Student Pathways

1 month ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Title: The Invisible Barrier: How Restrictions on Majors Influence Career PathsSource: Strada Education FoundationAuthor: Nichole Torpey-Saboe and Akua Amankwah-AyehWhen university departments face increasing demand, many implement additional entry requirements. But this seemingly reasonable practice has far-reaching consequences for equity and workforce development, according to new research from Strada Education Foundation surveying recent college graduates.
The Net Price of College Is Falling for Most Students

1 month ago | higheredtoday.org | Laurie Arnston

Title: College Prices Are Falling for Everyone (Almost)Source: Brookings InstitutionAuthor: Phillip LevineNew research from the Brookings Institution reveals a surprising truth: inflation-adjusted college prices have fallen for most students over the past five years. Phillip Levine’s analysis examines what students actually pay—the net price after financial aid—rather than the sticker prices that dominate media coverage.