What does college actually look like for students right now?We hear a lot from administrators, lawmakers, and university leaders. But in this episode, we sit down with someone living it every day.🎓 Jaxon Hatfield is a freshman at the University of Arkansas and serves in student government. He’s on the front lines of major conversations around affordability, student debt, and a recent campus debate over funding priorities.💸 We cover:The real cost of college today and what students are facingTaking on student loans as a freshmanA student-led effort pushing back on shifting funds toward athleticsHow student government is engaging on major financial decisionsWhat today’s students think about AI, careers, and the future📊 With rising tuition and changing priorities, this episode gives you a ground-level view of higher education in Arkansas right now.🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow Free Arkansas for more conversations on policy, business, and the future of our state.🎙️ Inside Higher Ed: A Student’s Take on Cost, Debt, and Campus Priorities