Richard Davis Jr.

2 months ago | newamerica.org | Edward Conroy |Ewaoluwa Obatuase |Stephanie Baker |Richard Davis Jr.

In March 2025, the New America Higher Education Policy Team submitted a letter of support for Maryland's House Bill 0298 for Maryland's senate hearing on the bill on April 2, 2025. The bill would require the Maryland Higher Education Commission to collect data regarding the parental status of students from each public institution of higher education in the state.

Nov 13, 2024 | newamerica.org | Edward Conroy |Richard Davis Jr.

This blog kicks off a series that examines the pressing issue of homelessness among parenting students using data from the 2019-20 National Postsecondary Student Aid Study. We will unpack critical disparities and explore potential solutions for meaningful change. Imagine being a single parent, a full-time college student, and holding down a full-time job – all while trying to manage the delicate balance of childcare.