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New Report, Webinar Explain Role of Trustees in Accreditation Process

Experts recommend trustees serve a central role in the process and stay informed about institutional and programmatic accreditation to ensure quality and student success.

Seven Questions About the PROSPER Act Answered

The bill passed out of committee in late 2017, and may be considered by the full House in 2018.

Federal Policy Proposal Leaves Community College Students with Incomplete Earnings Data

Proposed College Dashboard omits data for students who do not receive federal Title IV aid, skewing the information available to college leaders and students.

A Breakdown of the Promoting Real Opportunity, Success and Prosperity Through Education Reform (PROSPER) Act | Title I & II

The bill passed out of committee on a party-line vote and may be considered by the full House early this year.

U.S. Department of Education Announces “Next Generation” FAFSA

The "Next Generation Financial Services Environment" will launch in 2018 and feature a mobile app for completing the FAFSA.

A view from the States: Noah and Emily share what is happening across the pond

ACCT Chair Emily Yim, a trustee at Edmonds Community College in Washington state, and ACCT President J. Noah Brown discuss apprenticeships at the UK Association of Colleges Conference in Birmingham, England
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