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The Power of Personal Storytelling in Higher Education Leadership
In a time of increasing skepticism and political division, higher education leaders must find new ways to connect with their communities. Devorah Lieberman, president emerita of the University of La Verne, writes about how to harness the power of personal storytelling to bridge divides and strengthen your institution.
Leveraging AI to Support Student Mental Health and Well-Being
Artificial intelligence is transforming how colleges approach student mental health, offering innovative ways to manage stress, connect students with resources, and detect warning signs early. Armando Montero explores how campuses are using AI to bolster traditional support systems, as well as the challenges of privacy, bias, and the growing demand for mental health services.
FAFSA for All: A Game-Changer for College Access in Alabama
A policy mandating FAFSA completion for all graduating seniors has transformed college access in Alabama, opening doors for thousands of low-income students. With dramatic improvements in some of the state’s poorest counties, this game-changing approach shows the power of direct outreach and challenges other states to rethink how they expand educational opportunity.
Good News About the FAFSA
The Department of Education has launched the 2025-26 FAFSA ahead of schedule, a major win after last year’s debacle. ACE President Ted Mitchell says this milestone, paired with the bipartisan FAFSA Deadline Act, is a crucial step toward expanding college access for low-income students.
