Beyond the Quad: Making the Cut?

In this week’s newsletter, the House GOP proposes $330 billion in higher ed cuts, ICE restores immigration status for some students and Harvard sees a surge in donations after Trump push back.

Thursday, May 1, 2025

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Weekly News Roundup:

Higher Education News Roundup

Controversial GOP Bill Would Restructure Federal Student Aid Programs

ICE Restores Immigration Status for Some International Students Amid Lawsuits

Our Exclusive Stories:

New Consortium Works to Cut Dental Education Costs: In a major push to make dental education more affordable, Marquette University School of Dentistry (MUSoD) has secured a $1.37 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to establish the Open…

IBM Launches AI Skills Program to Bridge University Talent Gap: In response to the growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) expertise in the workforce, IBM has introduced a free groundbreaking initiative to equip university students and faculty with essential AI skills. The…

Grading the Fight Against Antisemitism on Campus: Each year, college-bound students and their families weigh multiple factors in choosing the right school—academic rigor, campus culture, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. But for Jewish applicants, another concern has…

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