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February 23, 2018

Progressive Higher Education Reform Now

When it comes to federal aid and accountability for results, progressive advocates should have three bottom line demands for the pending HEA (Higher Education Act) reauthorization.

A New Model for State Financial Aid 

There’s an answer to Louisiana’s financial aid problem, but it requires a hard decision and compromise that politicians in Baton Rouge like Washington prefer to avoid. Read Michael Dannenberg’s testimony to the Louisiana TOPS Commission where he presents a new model for state financial aid.
Do the Nation’s Wealthiest Universities Live Up to their Tax-Exempt Promise?

In his latest blog, Konrad Mugglestone explores the question: “Does a thriving endowment lead to growth in financial aid, increased access for low-income students, or lower tuition?”

Public charter schools face real challenges in meeting parents’ demands due to facilities constraints. Learn more at the Capitol Hill Briefing on Charter Facility Needs this Monday, February 26th at 2pm in the Cannon Building Room 122. RSVP to ron@publiccharters.org

A justifiable, compromise student aid model that guarantees some scholarship aid to high achieving students at all income levels while also guaranteeing at least some financial aid to economically disadvantaged students at all achievement levels. Check out Konrad Mugglestone and Michael Dannenberg’s post to learn more about the Earned Aid Formula.

Check out additional information and coverage on our Louisiana TOPS testimony on our blog and on The Advocate.