Laura W. Perna, Penn GSE
In the Media
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January 18, 2024
, The New York Times

For Some Young People, a College Degree Is Not Worth the Debt

Laura Perna suggests that while community college is often promoted as an affordable educational route, it's not a universal solution due to limitations like accessibility and credit transfer issues, and emphasizes the need for a reevaluation of who bears the costs of higher education, advocating for a role for state and federal governments in making it more accessible and affordable.

Charlotte E. Jacobs , Penn GSE
In the Media
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January 12, 2024
, The New York Times

When Mean Girls Grow Up

Charlotte E. Jacobs suggests that the "mean girl" archetype, often associated with middle- to upper-class white girls, needs reevaluation considering today's more intersectional understanding of girlhood and womanhood, taking into account factors like race, religion, and sexual identity.

Peter Eckel, Penn GSE
In the Media
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January 10, 2024
, The Hill

College enrollment could take a big hit in 2025. Here’s why.

Peter Eckel suggests the impending decline in U.S. college enrollment is due to a shrinking traditional college-age population, driven by lower birth rates and reduced immigration.

Richard M. Ingersoll, Penn GSE
In the Media
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January 10, 2024
, EducationWeek

Teacher Preparation, Explained: Alternative Routes, Enrollment Trends, and More

Richard Ingersoll suggests the main issue in teacher supply is not the quantity produced but the high rate of teachers leaving the profession before retirement.
Robert M. Zemsky, Penn GSE
In the Media
 | 
January 2, 2024
, Forbes

Has The Time For Three-Year College Degrees Finally Arrived?

Robert Zemsky advocates for a new approach to three-year college degrees, which involves fundamentally redesigning undergraduate curricula to reduce the total required credit hours, allowing students to complete their degrees in three years while still enjoying a full college experience.
Karen Weaver, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 21, 2023
, San Francisco Chronicle

Stanford AD says ACC move won’t trigger cuts: ‘You have a commitment’

Karen Weaver emphasizes that it is a standard practice for universities to provide financial assistance to their athletic departments, often in the form of low-interest loans. She recognizes the specific financial challenges and considerations Stanford University faces in its transition to the Atlantic Coast Conference, highlighting that such support represents a strategic and calculated decision by the university.
Laura W. Perna, Penn GSE
In the Media
 | 
December 17, 2023
, Forbes

How To Estimate Your True Cost For A Forbes Top College

Laura Perna criticizes the inaccuracy and lack of availability of college net price calculators, advocating for clearer, more up-to-date tools to help students understand the true costs of higher education.
Sigal Ben-Porath, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 7, 2023
, The Herald-Sun (Durham, NC)

‘What is happening in Florida will not stay in Florida.’ Are NC colleges next?

Sigal Ben-Porath views the changes in higher education regulation in states like Florida and North Carolina as primarily driven by Republican goals and visions for the sector, indicating a significant shift in how public higher education is being managed and regulated.

Laura W. Perna, Penn GSE
In the Media
 | 
December 2, 2023
, Deccan Chronicle

GradRight Pledges Affordable Access to Top Global Universities for Indian Students

Dr. Laura Perna acknowledged GradRight's initiative as a significant solution to the challenges of access, affordability, and inclusivity faced by Indian students seeking higher education abroad.

Karen Weaver, Penn GSE
In the Media
 | 
November 14, 2023
, Arizona Daily Star

University of Arizona faces difficult challenge in trimming sports budget

Karen Weaver acknowledges the complexity and emotional impact of cutting sports programs at universities like the University of Arizona, noting it's a difficult decision that affects loyal alumni and student-athletes, and is driven by financial challenges and varying media-rights revenues in collegiate sports.

Laura W. Perna, Penn GSE
In the Media
 | 
October 25, 2023
, Citybiz

Black And Hispanic Faculty Underrepresented in Maryland Public Universities

According to Laura Perna, Black and Hispanic faculty are underrepresented at Maryland's largest public universities, reflecting a widespread issue in academia, with barriers to diversification including unrecognized "invisible labor," narrow definitions of merit, and bias in promotion and tenure processes, impacting faculty diversity and student-faculty ratios.

Karen Weaver, Penn GSE
In the Media
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October 23, 2023
, BestColleges

Is Private Equity the Next Big Thing in College Sports?

Karen Weaver raises concerns about private equity investments in college sports, including potential backlash from the public, ethical considerations when accepting investment from controversial sources, and the impact on university philanthropy efforts and tax benefits for donors.

Robert M. Zemsky, Penn GSE
In the Media
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October 12, 2023
, Inside Higher Ed

Emporia State Cut Tenured Faculty. Enrollment Plunged.

Robert Zemsky highlights a broader trend of devaluation in higher education and the challenges faced by institutions cutting faculty positions and programs, suggesting that only top-tier universities are thriving while others are struggling.

Peter Eckel, Penn GSE
In the Media
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October 7, 2023
, University World News

Tracking governance choices in post-Soviet universities

Peter Eckel explores the evolution of governance choices in post-Soviet universities. He discusses four distinct governance models that have emerged across the region, emphasizing the need for flexible and context-specific governance structures to meet the diverse needs of higher education institutions in these countries.

Richard M. Ingersoll, Penn GSE
In the Media
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September 23, 2023
, New Hampshire Union Leader

Male elementary school teachers are few in number, but large in impact

Richard Ingersoll concerns about the underrepresentation of male teachers in elementary school, and emphasizes the need for a more balanced gender mix among educators.

Kandi J. Wiens, Penn GSE
In the Media
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September 8, 2023
, Harvard Business Review

Stop Overworking After Vacation

Kandi Wiens offers strategies to prevent overworking after a vacation, emphasizing the importance of work recovery for sustained performance and well-being.

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