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In this episode, I share a few takeaways on post-election landscape with insights from Ted Mitchell and Michelle Asher Cooper from a recent webinar: Post-Election Outlook: What to Watch in Higher Education. I talk about what I heard from these experts from the American Council on Education and the Lumina Foundation, and the potential impact of the new Republican administration. They focused on possible shifts in accreditation standards and their critical implications for financial aid. I share insights from this thought-provoking webinar, featuring experts who are cautiously optimistic about navigating these changes while maintaining the resilience of educational institutions. 

Join me, Jen Schoen, as we question the media's portrayal of higher education value and confidence, highlighted by surprising poll results where 90% of Americans still hold higher education in high regard. We discuss the dire consequences of small and regional college closures on first-gen and low-income students. Michelle Asher Cooper's emphasis on listening to communities and scrutinizing congressional leadership priorities offers a hopeful outlook, even as the challenges loom large. This episode is a must-listen for educators and students preparing to face the evolving educational landscape.

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