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1/3 Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced its move to transfer responsibilities to other agencies, which will undermine education and create confusion for families, students, and schools. buff.ly/XExh9rb
November 18, 2025 at 10:29 PM
1/3 Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced its move to transfer responsibilities to other agencies, which will undermine education and create confusion for families, students, and schools. buff.ly/XExh9rb
In honor of 20 years of TICAS, our staff shared their reflections on our mission and vision. Learn more about our anniversary: buff.ly/xdpDtMI
November 17, 2025 at 7:15 PM
In honor of 20 years of TICAS, our staff shared their reflections on our mission and vision. Learn more about our anniversary: buff.ly/xdpDtMI
The student loan system is stuck. So are the people in it. If that’s you, we want to hear your story. buff.ly/4sL2hg8
November 16, 2025 at 10:30 PM
The student loan system is stuck. So are the people in it. If that’s you, we want to hear your story. buff.ly/4sL2hg8
We’re hiring! TICAS is looking for someone to lead our federal efforts and build a broad coalition of support for our policy agenda. This is a remote role, with a preference for candidates in the DC area: buff.ly/NzLqOhp
November 15, 2025 at 8:15 PM
We’re hiring! TICAS is looking for someone to lead our federal efforts and build a broad coalition of support for our policy agenda. This is a remote role, with a preference for candidates in the DC area: buff.ly/NzLqOhp
We are deeply grateful for our president, Sameer Gadkaree’s, leadership over the past four years. Sameer will be stepping down as President & CEO. Our Board will be conducting a nationwide search. Interested parties should contact: TICAS@russellreynolds.com buff.ly/O5HtJk0
November 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
We are deeply grateful for our president, Sameer Gadkaree’s, leadership over the past four years. Sameer will be stepping down as President & CEO. Our Board will be conducting a nationwide search. Interested parties should contact: TICAS@russellreynolds.com buff.ly/O5HtJk0
Last week, the Dept of Ed concluded the 2nd RISE #NegReg, bringing together #HigherEd stakeholders to negotiate how to implement changes to student loan borrowing and repayment under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1).
Read our recap & analysis of the second work period here: buff.ly/gDe8T9L
Read our recap & analysis of the second work period here: buff.ly/gDe8T9L
November 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Last week, the Dept of Ed concluded the 2nd RISE #NegReg, bringing together #HigherEd stakeholders to negotiate how to implement changes to student loan borrowing and repayment under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1).
Read our recap & analysis of the second work period here: buff.ly/gDe8T9L
Read our recap & analysis of the second work period here: buff.ly/gDe8T9L
1/4 On Monday, the Department of Education (ED) announced it is restructuring the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE). TICAS President Sameer Gadkaree responds:
November 12, 2025 at 8:31 PM
1/4 On Monday, the Department of Education (ED) announced it is restructuring the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE). TICAS President Sameer Gadkaree responds:
1/3 On Monday the Dept of Ed announced restructuring changes to FIPSE to make room for other priorities of the Trump Admin. The Basic Needs Grant, which helps students with needs like food, housing, and transportation, will have no funding in FY25.
November 12, 2025 at 7:22 PM
1/3 On Monday the Dept of Ed announced restructuring changes to FIPSE to make room for other priorities of the Trump Admin. The Basic Needs Grant, which helps students with needs like food, housing, and transportation, will have no funding in FY25.
Celebrating 20 years! We asked TICAS staff to reflect on our mission and vision and how these ideas show up in their work. Learn more about our 20th Anniversary here: buff.ly/xdpDtMI
November 11, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Celebrating 20 years! We asked TICAS staff to reflect on our mission and vision and how these ideas show up in their work. Learn more about our 20th Anniversary here: buff.ly/xdpDtMI
Policy shapes how people access college and what it takes to stay there. We want to hear from students and borrowers navigating that firsthand.https://buff.ly/4sL2hg8
November 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Policy shapes how people access college and what it takes to stay there. We want to hear from students and borrowers navigating that firsthand.https://buff.ly/4sL2hg8
As part of our 20th anniversary, we asked TICAS staff what our mission and vision mean to them. Here’s what they shared. Learn more about our 20th anniversary: buff.ly/xdpDtMI
November 7, 2025 at 9:50 PM
As part of our 20th anniversary, we asked TICAS staff what our mission and vision mean to them. Here’s what they shared. Learn more about our 20th anniversary: buff.ly/xdpDtMI
Our new analysis finds 137,000 CA community college students likely eligible for Pell Grants didn’t apply, leaving up to $534M unclaimed. Read more to explore who these students are and how policymakers can help ensure they access the aid for which they qualify. buff.ly/tz9ndnp
November 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Our new analysis finds 137,000 CA community college students likely eligible for Pell Grants didn’t apply, leaving up to $534M unclaimed. Read more to explore who these students are and how policymakers can help ensure they access the aid for which they qualify. buff.ly/tz9ndnp
The Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) program has long helped lift the burden of student debt for individuals with severe disabilities. But changes at the Dept of Ed pose a threat to this program. Our latest brief & blog explain what’s at stake: buff.ly/tSvuPOw
November 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) program has long helped lift the burden of student debt for individuals with severe disabilities. But changes at the Dept of Ed pose a threat to this program. Our latest brief & blog explain what’s at stake: buff.ly/tSvuPOw
For two decades, we have championed affordable, equitable higher education. As we look to the next 20 years, our mission remains the same: ensuring higher education delivers on its promise for every student. Our Board Chair, Zakiya Smith Ellis, reflects on 20 years of TICAS' impact.
November 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
For two decades, we have championed affordable, equitable higher education. As we look to the next 20 years, our mission remains the same: ensuring higher education delivers on its promise for every student. Our Board Chair, Zakiya Smith Ellis, reflects on 20 years of TICAS' impact.
The student loan system is stuck. So are the people in it. If that’s you, we want to hear your story. buff.ly/4sL2hg8
November 1, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The student loan system is stuck. So are the people in it. If that’s you, we want to hear your story. buff.ly/4sL2hg8
Yesterday, the Department of Ed released its final rule attacking the PSLF program, giving the Dept the power to strip nonprofits, schools, & governments of PSLF eligibility based on its own determinations of illegal conduct. Read our updated blog to learn more about what this means: buff.ly/mVJvHXQ
October 31, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Yesterday, the Department of Ed released its final rule attacking the PSLF program, giving the Dept the power to strip nonprofits, schools, & governments of PSLF eligibility based on its own determinations of illegal conduct. Read our updated blog to learn more about what this means: buff.ly/mVJvHXQ
On October 24th, we responded to Senate HELP Committee Chair Bill Cassidy’s request for input on improving transparency in #HigherEd costs. We voiced support for bipartisan bills that would help students & families better understand & manage college costs.
Read our letter here: buff.ly/A6Pllgu
Read our letter here: buff.ly/A6Pllgu
October 27, 2025 at 8:13 PM
On October 24th, we responded to Senate HELP Committee Chair Bill Cassidy’s request for input on improving transparency in #HigherEd costs. We voiced support for bipartisan bills that would help students & families better understand & manage college costs.
Read our letter here: buff.ly/A6Pllgu
Read our letter here: buff.ly/A6Pllgu
For our 20th anniversary, we asked TICAS staff what #HigherEd means to them. Here’s what Carol Ashley had to say. Learn more about our 20th anniversary: buff.ly/FzhU8JW
October 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM
For our 20th anniversary, we asked TICAS staff what #HigherEd means to them. Here’s what Carol Ashley had to say. Learn more about our 20th anniversary: buff.ly/FzhU8JW
As part of the #OBBB, Congress expanded #PellGrant access to short-term programs for the first time. Our new model legislation and accompanying blog provide a blueprint for states to protect students from untested, low-quality, or fraudulent programs.
Read more: buff.ly/mlrxawo
Read more: buff.ly/mlrxawo
October 23, 2025 at 4:02 PM
As part of the #OBBB, Congress expanded #PellGrant access to short-term programs for the first time. Our new model legislation and accompanying blog provide a blueprint for states to protect students from untested, low-quality, or fraudulent programs.
Read more: buff.ly/mlrxawo
Read more: buff.ly/mlrxawo
Celebrating 20 years of TICAS! We asked staff what #HigherEd means to you. Here’s what Angélica Gutiérrez had to say. Learn more about our anniversary here: buff.ly/FzhU8JW
October 23, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Celebrating 20 years of TICAS! We asked staff what #HigherEd means to you. Here’s what Angélica Gutiérrez had to say. Learn more about our anniversary here: buff.ly/FzhU8JW
Our Fall Michigan Higher Ed Policy Update is here! From MI budget news to TICAS federal updates, you can read all about what our Michigan team has been up to, access helpful resources, and get the latest on #HigherEd in the Mitten State.
Read the full update here: buff.ly/fh1evrM
Read the full update here: buff.ly/fh1evrM
October 22, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Our Fall Michigan Higher Ed Policy Update is here! From MI budget news to TICAS federal updates, you can read all about what our Michigan team has been up to, access helpful resources, and get the latest on #HigherEd in the Mitten State.
Read the full update here: buff.ly/fh1evrM
Read the full update here: buff.ly/fh1evrM
What does #HigherEd mean to TICAS staff? As part of our 20th anniversary, we gathered their reflections. This is what Tanya I. Garcia had to say. Read more here: buff.ly/FzhU8JW
October 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM
What does #HigherEd mean to TICAS staff? As part of our 20th anniversary, we gathered their reflections. This is what Tanya I. Garcia had to say. Read more here: buff.ly/FzhU8JW
In honor of our 20th anniversary, we asked TICAS staff to share their thoughts on #HigherEd. Here’s what Katie Dorpinghaus had to say. More on our 20th here: buff.ly/Q8sCBXj
October 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
In honor of our 20th anniversary, we asked TICAS staff to share their thoughts on #HigherEd. Here’s what Katie Dorpinghaus had to say. More on our 20th here: buff.ly/Q8sCBXj
There's a lot of talk about college affordability. But what does that actually feel like when you’re inside the system? buff.ly/yZ5iqF8
October 16, 2025 at 4:07 PM
There's a lot of talk about college affordability. But what does that actually feel like when you’re inside the system? buff.ly/yZ5iqF8
Calling state policymakers and advocates! Join TICAS & experts from @edtrust.bsky.social and The Century Foundation 10/29 as we review #HigherEd provisions in the #OneBigBeautifulBill, insights from @usedgov.bsky.social #NegReg to implement those changes, and how states can respond. buff.ly/8AhMgYj
October 15, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Calling state policymakers and advocates! Join TICAS & experts from @edtrust.bsky.social and The Century Foundation 10/29 as we review #HigherEd provisions in the #OneBigBeautifulBill, insights from @usedgov.bsky.social #NegReg to implement those changes, and how states can respond. buff.ly/8AhMgYj