The Democratic governor cites unprecedented investments in public schools during her first term. But her aggressive COVID pandemic policies, including school closures, have fueled conservative attacks on her leadership.
Michigan colleges and universities
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Opinion | Student debt forgiveness deadline for educators fast approaching
At a time of statewide and national educator shortages, it is critical we find new ways to encourage our best educators to remain in the field and attract the brightest and best educators of tomorrow.
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See Biden’s student loan forgiveness application form
The form, previewed on Twitter, is simple and short, and is expected to be officially released later this month. It promises to save Michigan borrowers up to $10,000 or even $20,000 in student debt.
Posted inTalent & Education
MSU President Samuel Stanley resigns, citing board meddling
After weeks of tension with the Board of Trustees, MSU President Samuel Stanley Jr. said he had lost confidence in the board, accusing some trustees of “micromanagement.” He is the third MSU president in five years to resign for issues related to Title IX compliance.
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Micro-grants and life credits: How Michigan is reducing barriers to college
People with college degrees tend to make more money than those without them. Which is why the governor and legislature passed measures to cut tuition. Some schools are going further: eliminating book fees, financial red tape and other obstacles to graduation.
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Michigan Achievement Scholarship: How to apply and get your college funds
There will be a lot of money for college on the table for high school seniors graduating next year. But first, they need to fill out forms.
Posted inMichigan Government
Whitmer, Dixon debate: What to expect on five key Michigan issues
Voters want to hear about K-12 learning, the economy, abortion, college attainment and crime. Here’s what Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and her GOP challenger Tudor Dixon have said.
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Opinion | Michigan college scholarships are good. We can still do better.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Republicans deserve plaudits for approving new financial aid funding. But there are broader, less complex tuition-free college programs to bolster the state’s workforce needs.
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CMU, Western and Ferris State boost first-time fall student enrollment
Michigan’s regional universities report higher first-year numbers following years of decline, made worse by COVID. CMU and EMU say they are also recruiting harder overseas.
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Northern Michigan University’s new president vows to engage rural students
A Michigan native, Brock Tessman comes to the job from Montana. His priorities when he begins Feb. 1 include increasing enrollment, ensuring more students get degrees and improving opportunities for rural students.