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New York Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New York Times
Harvard Argues Cutting Off Its Government Funding Is Wasteful
Destroyed research programs. Shuttered labs. Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers fleeing elsewhere. In a court filing on Monday, Harvard University painted a bleak picture for its research enterprise if the funding taken away by the Trump administration is not restored. 'The harm would be severe and long lasting,' John H. Shaw, the university's vice provost for research, wrote in the 17-page declaration that is part of Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration. 'Money cannot repair the lost time, talent, and opportunity.' Republicans have often argued that universities have not been good stewards of taxpayer money. In past statements, the Trump administration officials have said the university has forfeited the opportunity to receive taxpayer funds. Dr. Shaw, however, wrote that it was defunding ongoing research efforts that was wasteful. He cited the loss of continuity, including lost seasons of data collection in environmental research and missed check-ins for longitudinal health studies. 'These losses would set back entire fields, slow discovery, and waste public investment,' Dr. Shaw wrote. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Graduate School—Who Should Foot The Bill?
Graduate students hold nearly half of all federal student loan debt—but receive the least attention in education policy. It's time for a shared solution. getty Higher education is dominating the headlines, whether federal funding cuts, DEI policies, research restrictions, or student debt. However, there is little focus on one student population being hit the hardest—graduate students. Students earning master's and doctoral degrees are essential to the academic ecosystem—they lead research, teach undergraduates, and advance innovation. Yet, graduate students are seeing their work and positions being stripped away. With fewer opportunities and the current administration along with Congress seeking to shift the burden of financing higher education away from the government and towards the private sector, individual colleges or the individual, concern is growing about the future of essential professions that require advanced degrees—doctors, scientists, lawyers, professors, and business leaders. Graduate students make up 16% of all borrowers, but they account for 47% of all loans provided by the federal government. This is roughly $39 billion in one year. So, who should be footing the bill for these advanced degrees: the government and taxpayers, corporations, or the individual? The answer depends on your rationale for education. If you believe education exists to enrich society and strengthen Democracy, graduate degrees clearly play a role. Those with advanced degrees are more likely to vote, volunteer, and be more civically involved. In fact, 64% of House members, 79% of Senators, and 20% of their staff hold graduate degrees. In 2023, 21% of all Federal workers held advanced degrees. As of this year at the state level, approximately 85% of those with the highest positions (Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State) held advanced degrees. In sum, those with this graduate-level education attainment are highly represented in the most influential offices of our Democracy and are among the most civically engaged citizens. Under this rationale, the government and taxpayers should share in the cost of graduate education. If you view education attainment primarily as a means for personal mobility, then graduate school plays a significant part in that outcome. The median salary for those with Master's, a Professional (Law, Medicine, etc.) or Doctoral (PhD) degrees in 2024 was approximately between $95,600-$123,000 a year compared to only $80,236 for bachelor's degree holders. While this varies by field, experience, and location, the premium for a graduate degree tends to be higher. Under this rationale, the benefit is primarily for the individual, and they should share in the cost of education. The third rationale is a bit more complex. As employers demand higher credentials, graduate education becomes less a personal choice and more a professional requirement. 16% of jobs will require a graduate degree by 2031 compared to 8% in 1983. If employers adhere to this educational ideology and desire workers to have graduate credentials instead of developing those skills internally, then, under this rationale, corporate America should share the cost of education. The truth is that we as a society expect education to do it all—advance individuals, strengthen Democracy, and power the economy. Yet we often forget the cost of preparing future generations. If we collectively want to share education's rewards, then we must also share the costs.
South China Morning Post
5 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Here's how to market Hong Kong universities to Harvard students
Feel strongly about these letters, or any other aspects of the news? Share your views by emailing us your Letter to the Editor at [email protected] or filling in this Google form . Submissions should not exceed 400 words, and must include your full name and address, plus a phone number for verification Advertisement While a federal judge has issued a restraining order to temporarily block the administration's order, these students should explore their options for a backup plan. Just hours after the revocation announcement, at least five Hong Kong universities have signalled their interest in welcoming these students. The question is, will they be enticed to come to Hong Kong? What we need is a targeted marketing strategy that can meet the needs and priorities of these students. Harvard students are among the world's academic elite – the crème de la crème. A mere unconditional offer may not be enough to attract them. Likewise, run-of-the-mill scholarships are unlikely to sway this financially capable cohort. Advertisement However, where Hong Kong universities may have a distinct advantage is in catering to the research aspirations of the graduate students among them. For those pursuing advanced degrees such as a Master of Philosophy or PhD, publishing in top academic journals is a critical benchmark of success. Hence, having an established and well-connected supervisor can help these students navigate the rigorous publication process. This symbiotic dynamic between student and supervisor is a major draw for scholars seeking the finest mentorship and professional networks.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Quinnipiac students create customized cars for children with disabilities
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Students from Quinnipiac University's physical and occupational therapy programs helped kids with disabilities on Saturday at the Go Baby Go car pickup event. Students helped families from Danbury, Watertown, Prospect and Woodbridge by creating custom-made battery-powered ride on cars to improve mobility for children with physical disabilities. Quinnipiac cuts ribbons on two new academic buildings After finalizing the cars, they were test driven and decorated with custom license plates. The modified cars featured rewired controls for children unable to use foot pedals, improved safety harnesses and seating and personalized decorations. Go Baby Go, a national program started from the University of Delaware, has been providing custom-made cars for kids year after year. Quinnipiac graduate students began their involvement in the program in 2012. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Bloomberg
22-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
MIT Cuts Grad Student Slots by 8% as Trump Cuts Weigh on Budget
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is enrolling fewer graduate students in its vaunted research programs and laying off employees as the Trump administration's squeeze on universities muddles its financial outlook. President Donald Trump has slashed funding and reimbursements made through the National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies, key sources of support for research-oriented universities like MIT. The school also faces significantly steeper taxes on its endowment under legislation that passed the US House of Representatives.
