Wil Del Pilar

3 weeks ago | usnews.com | Jay Parini |Tucker Carlson |Wil Del Pilar |Albert Hunt

I’m about to retire from Middlebury College in Vermont after 50 years in the classroom. For me, this is a bittersweet moment. What adds “bitter” to the “sweetness” is that free speech is under attack on college campuses, just at the moment that I am leaving.

Jul 24, 2024 | usnews.com | Wil Del Pilar

In an era where the term "cancel culture" is thrown about with increasing frequency, people in America must stop and examine the realities of what and who is truly being “canceled.” Traditionally, the right has accused the left of weaponizing cancel culture to silence and deride voices and ideas they disagree with.

Jun 29, 2024 | edtrust.org | Wil Del Pilar

One year ago, the 2023 Supreme Court decided to do away with affirmative action, which has had a chilling domino effect on race-conscious policies across the country. The immediate fallout spurred the anti-DEI movement, which has already had devastating consequences, as certain states and institutions are now eliminating the consideration of race in admissions, financial aid, scholarships, small business grants, and hiring.

May 21, 2024 | diverseeducation.com | Wil Del Pilar

As diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts have come under attack, I wonder if higher education leaders shouldn’t begin to evolve the concept before policymakers strip away every tool we have to provide supports for students of color.

Dec 13, 2023 | edtrust.org | Wil Del Pilar

Well, there’s good news and bad news. On the plus side, the normally arduous Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been simplified — pared down from 108 questions to 36. However, there’s been a delay in releasing the form for the 2024-25 school year. Normally, the open period starts in October; but this year, the Department of Education announced the students can’t start applying until December 31st.