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The unified voice of private, nonprofit higher education. Advocating in Washington, DC for access, affordability & independence since 1976.
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Joined March 2010
Pell Grants are a proven program and the fairest, most efficient way to help low-income and first-generation students access and complete college. Tell your members of Congress to #DoublePell.
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Colleges Push Back Against Trump’s Effort to Collect More Admissions Data Institutions and advocates took issue with the proposal’s vague language and lack of privacy safeguards as well as the vast time and effort needed to collect the required data. https://t.co/iDX9Hvokbs
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Attending NAICU Board of Directors Fall Leadership Conference in Washington DC. Morning Plenary Panel Discussion on the Practical Implications of Federal Policies on Campus Activities. @NAICUtweets
#NAICU #HigherEducation #Leadership #STUMiami #PursueExcellence
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Attending the Final Day of the NAICU Fall Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. Today includes the Board of Directors Meeting where I Chair the Accountability Committee as a member of the Executive Committee. @NAICUtweets
#NAICU #HigherEducation #Leadership #STUMiami
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Federal officials are reportedly considering selling parts of the federal student loan portfolio to private firms, a move that could impact how loans are managed and borrower protections. @insidehighered
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A new federal proposal the, “Compact for Academic Excellence," is prompting significant discussion across higher education about its potential implications for institutional governance, autonomy, and accountability. Learn more: https://t.co/uD1GHb1o5P.
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Higher Ed Sounds Off on Proposed Compact The sector has overwhelmingly panned Trump’s plan to give preferential treatment to universities that commit to his policies. So have some conservative leaders. https://t.co/bzw9VLPqDb
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Great to be with @myabhe and President Dearborn yesterday in Orlando. I was honored to spend the day with ABHE's presidents during their leadership conference. Always important to hear what's happening on campuses and bring that information back to Washington!
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Big change in #HigherEd: Grad PLUS loans are ending — starting in July 2026, new graduate and professional students will face tighter borrowing caps. What does this mean? Learn more: https://t.co/edcfCVTrCe via @HigherEdDive
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Today is #ConstitutionDay! Colleges & universities receiving federal funding are required to commemorate it each year with an educational program. It’s a chance to reflect on the 1787 signing & spark conversations about civic responsibility.
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Today is National Voter Registration Day! Since 2012, campuses across the country have used this day to highlight the importance of civic participation. Learn more: https://t.co/U7cDbF37Fe.
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Get ready for National Voter Registration Day – tomorrow and Constitution Day – on Wednesday, September 17. Both are opportunities to engage students in civic learning and participation. Learn more:
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Next week brings two key civic milestones on campuses: -National Voter Registration Day – Sept. 16 -Constitution Day – Sept. 17 Both are prime opportunities to engage students in civic learning + participation. #VoteReady #ConstitutionDay2025 Learn more:
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It was great to be with so many colleagues, including @VaPrivColleges prez Chris Peace, celebrating Nicholas Kent's appointment as @usedgov Undersecretary of Education last night. We look forward to working together to advance independent higher ed and the students we serve!
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Honored to celebrate Nicholas Kent, newly sworn-in Undersecretary of Education @usedgov, with @NAICUtweets President Barbara Mistick. Glad to join friends from Virginia—Deputy Sec. Zach Jacobs, SCHEV council leaders Lindsey Fryer & Cheryl Oldham, and VCCS Chancellor David Doré.
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The Dept. of Ed has clarified that Federal Work-Study funds can’t be used for campus voting activities. With #VA and #NJ elections approaching, colleges may look for alternative strategies to engage students. https://t.co/rXQLPq3r9O
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A June survey of 2,000+ adults (incl. 554 parents) found 75% of parents want their kids to continue education after high school—though views vary by politics & education level. @insidehighered
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A new survey from Gallup and the Lumina Foundation shows that the majority of parents, no matter their party affiliation, prefer that their children’s plans after high school include some form of...
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Pennsylvania’s 80-plus independent, private colleges and universities contributed $29 billion to the state’s economy in 2024, and confer 77,000 degrees a year, according to an annual economic impact report they commissioned. @AICUP
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The state’s independent, private colleges contributed more than $29 billion to local communities in 2024, according to a report they commissioned.
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Just ONE MONTH until #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Join the 1776 partners and growing that are on the frontlines of democracy and ready to step up in a big way on Sep 16th! Let's celebrate what democracy is all about 💪 https://t.co/nnSkl9uoAy
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And thank YOU for traveling to DC to share your perspective and highlight all that you are doing for your students and campus community!
Brevard College President Bradley J Andrews recently visited Capitol Hill where he made the case for private, higher education. Thank you President Andrews for your leadership on behalf of small, independent colleges! @NAICUtweets Photo Credit: Ralph Alswing
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We had a great Capitol Hill briefing on how colleges are meeting the costs of educating students. Thanks to @RepDeborahRoss & @RepBenCline for hosting & @BrevardCollege Prez Andrews, @FriendsU Prez Bragg Carey & @holy_cross Prez Rougeau for sharing their perspectives!
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