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American Council on Education

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​​​​​​​​Each episode of dotEDU presents a deep dive into a major public policy issue impacting college campuses and students across the country. Hosts from ACE, joined by guest experts, lead you through thought-provoking conversations on topics such as campus free speech, diversity in admissions, college costs and affordability, and more.
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Thoughts from Limbo

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The podcast designed to help you live life better. Join us on our quest to learn from inspirational people who can bring us some of the answers to life’s many questions. We speak to entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, academics, thought-leaders, and friends about their career paths, life stories, failures, and successes to prove the world is rife with opportunity, and that the things we often deem impossible may just be, possible. We help you navigate the messiness of life; a life in limbo.
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Feeling stuck? Become fluid via acquired "balance." Are you seeking a keen sense of direction? Perhaps, you're a stagnant student in limbo. A professional seeking your true "predestined" calling? Are you at a crossroads or someone merely aspiring for a passion-filled life to, name a few? My mission is to implore synchronized thinkers to acquire optimal fulfillment utilizing my crafted leap of faith (carpe diem ideology) and three-dimensional perspective/philosophy to yield and sustain relati ...
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Welcome to "Anonymously Loud" – the podcast where we break the barriers of anonymity to amplify unheard voices and stories from around the world. Our host, who goes by the name Levelz, is on a mission to bring to light the most bold and unfiltered experiences that may have been overlooked or marginalized by the mainstream media. Get ready to be taken on a journey of uncensored conversations, real-life experiences, and thought-provoking perspectives that challenge conventional norms. So sit b ...
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In this episode, Katharine Meyer of Brookings and ACE’s Heidi Tseu join Jon Fansmith to delve into the complex landscape of state higher education governance. They explore trends such as free college approaches, the surge of anti-DEI legislation, and the impact of the Supreme Court rulings on race in admissions. They also dissect the challenges and…
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In this episode, ACE General Counsel Peter McDonough joins us to delve into the turbulent developments in college sports over the past year. Jon and Sarah then discuss recent House action on campus protests, the status of the FAFSA for the upcoming award year, and why higher ed should be watching the National Defense Authorization Act. Tweet sugges…
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NASPA President Kevin Kruger joins the podcast to talk about the challenges facing students—and student affairs professionals—in 2024. On the agenda: the spring protests over the war in Gaza, student mental health, DEI, and how student affairs can support students during this time of almost unprecedented challenge. Tweet suggestions, links, and que…
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In this episode, Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer discuss the campus protests that have been making headlines nationwide and how Congress and the Biden administration are responding to these concerns in Washington. They also talk about state challenges to the new Title IX regulations, some positive news regarding the rollout of the new FAFSA, a con…
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In a special episode, Fred Lawrence, secretary and CEO of Phi Beta Kappa, returns to dotEDU to help explain how tensions between free speech and campus safety can lead to the unrest happening at some campuses in response to the war in Gaza. He also addresses how campus communities of different viewpoints can and should move forward to address confl…
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In this episode, ACE hosts Jon and Sarah, alongside special guests Lev Gonick, chief information officer of Arizona State University, and ACE's Derrick Anderson, delve into the dynamic world of generative AI in higher education. They unpack its benefits, from personalized learning to groundbreaking research, while candidly discussing the challenges…
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With Congress back from spring break, Jon and Sarah look at what's on the agenda in DC, including a House Education and the Workforce Committee hearing on “FAFSA Fail,” President Biden’s newly unveiled student loan forgiveness plan, and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona’s testimony on Biden’s education budget request. They also preview the latest …
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Hosts Jon and Mushtaq are joined by ACE President Ted Mitchell to examine the complexities of college admissions in 2024. They discuss the potentially devastating impacts of the problems with the redesigned FAFSA form, reflect on the repercussions of the 2023 Supreme Court ruling on race in admissions, and examine the issues surrounding legacy admi…
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ACE’s Steven Bloom, assistant vice president of government relations, joins hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer to explore the complicated relationship between student-athletes and unions. They also talk about efforts to get Congress focused on addressing the growing student mental health crisis on college campuses. Plus, they look at Congress’ …
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Hosts Jon and Mushtaq are joined by special repeat guest Justin Draeger, president and CEO of NASFAA, to talk about the Education Department’s flawed rollout of the new FAFSA form and the implications for students and colleges as well as what happens next. They also dive into the proposed legislation that would extend Pell Grants to short-term care…
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ACE’s Emmanual Guillory, senior director of government relations, joins hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer to talk about the College Cost Reduction Act—the new Higher Education Act reauthorization bill from House Republicans—as well as the status of funding the federal government for FY 2024 and the latest on the Department of Education’s probl…
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Nicholas Dirks joins Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq to discuss his new book City of Intellect and his time as chancellor of University of California, Berkeley. Dirks offers insights on critical campus issues like working with state governments and balancing free speech with safety. The hosts kick off the episode with an update on the problems with the Edu…
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In the first dotEDU Live of 2024, hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer discuss how the 2024 presidential election might impact higher education. They also delve into problems with the new FAFSA, the latest House Higher Education Act reauthorization bill, short-term Pell, and more. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast…
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As higher education enters the new year under heightened scrutiny from legislators, campuses are getting back to business. Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq are thrilled to speak with ACE Board member and American University President Sylvia Burwell as she prepares to finish out her final year at the helm of the Washington, DC, campus. She talks about the ch…
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In the final episode of the year, hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer discuss the top higher education issues of 2023. The overarching theme is working through the chaos in Washington, and the lineup includes student loan forgiveness, the Supreme Court’s decision on race in admissions, institutional accountability, the uptick in international st…
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Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq are thrilled to mark the 100th episode milestone of dotEDU! Also, ACE President Ted Mitchell joins Mushtaq and Jon to dive into the upcoming changes to the renowned Carnegie Classifications along with Timothy Knowles, president of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Tweet suggestions, links, and question…
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Hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer are joined by their ACE colleague Steven Bloom to discuss how the never-ending threats of a government shutdown are impacting funding legislation for higher education. They look at the Education Department’s proposed timeline for the new FAFSA and what’s left for Congress to deal with after the Thanksgiving ho…
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Cynthia Teniente-Matson, president of San José State University, joins the podcast to talk about her first year at the California campus in the heart of Silicon Valley, particularly how to create equitable spaces at public institutions. But first, ACE President Ted Mitchell talks about campus protests over the war in Israel and Gaza and how preside…
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Hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer discuss the House speaker race and its implications for the packed agenda—such as the ongoing spending battle—in Congress, as well as its impact on the Biden administration. Then Heidi Tseu, ACE’s newly appointed assistant vice president of national engagement, drops by to talk about the increased scrutiny hig…
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Scott Jaschik, formerly of Inside Higher Ed, joins the podcast to talk about what he sees as the top 10 leading trends shaping higher education this year and his predictions for what’s ahead. But first, the hosts dive into the chaos happening in Congress this week, as the House tries to carry on without a Speaker while facing a looming shutdown. Th…
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A government shutdown is looming on the horizon, and ACE’s Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer are back to answer your questions and break down what this means for the higher education community, as well as other issues on this fall’s policy agenda. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducation or podcast@acenet.edu. Here are some of the lin…
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Welcome to "Breaking Love Chronicles." Today, we explore the captivating journey of rapper Jeezy and TV personality Jeannie Mai's relationship. In November 2018, their love story ignited on "The Real" set. Their unforgettable first date at a sushi restaurant, followed by salsa dancing, marked the beginning. January 2019 brought public attention and…
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Welcome back, dear listeners! It's been quite some time since we last connected, but I'm thrilled to be here, touching base with you all once again. I've returned with exciting news — new shows are currently in the works, and I assure you, they will be even more remarkable than before. Our dedication to growth and improvement has taught us valuable…
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Welcome to "Anonymously Loud", a podcast that amplifies unheard voices and stories from around the world by breaking the barriers of anonymity. Our host, Levelz, aims to shed light on bold and unfiltered experiences that may have been overlooked or marginalized by mainstream media. Get ready to embark on a journey of uncensored conversations and re…
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Hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer are once again joined by Justin Draeger, president and CEO of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, to talk about what is happening on campuses in terms of financial aid now that the Supreme Court has struck down race-conscious admissions and the Biden administration’s student loan …
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The U.S. Supreme Court has released its long-awaited decision in Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) v. Harvard and SFFA v. University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill, striking down colleges’ use of race-conscious admissions nationwide. Madelyn Wessel, senior counsel at Hogan Lovells, and Peter McDonough, vice president and general counsel at ACE, jo…
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The impact of years of COVID-19 pandemic learning disruptions is coming into focus, and the picture is not good. To address the challenges P-12 students face, the Biden administration launched the National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) in July 2022 and followed up last month with a call for colleges and universities to partner with their l…
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Hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer are joined by Emmanual Guillory, ACE’s newest government relations staffer, to discuss the ongoing saga of the Education Department’s gainful employment rules. They open the show with a brief chat about how the debt ceiling bill will impact higher education funding, student loans, and more. Tweet suggestions, …
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Kelly Damphousse was a Canadian with dreams of playing in the NHL, who then became a correctional officer—four-year college was never part of the original plan. Now he’s president of one of the largest universities in Texas. In this episode, he explains how he plans to take Texas State University to the next level of research excellence and explore…
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The American College President: 2023 Edition reveals that presidents of color make up a little more than one out of every four college and university leaders. While the undergraduate student population continues to diversify, people of color remain underrepresented in the presidency. Recorded live at the American Council on Education’s recent annua…
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With the deadline to raise the federal debt ceiling fast approaching, Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer explain why the outcome matters to higher ed, including how it will impact budget proposals over the next few months. They also give updates on third-party servicer guidance, answer questions about Title IX regulations, and more. Tweet suggestions…
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Recorded live at the American Council on Education’s recent annual meeting, this is the first of two episodes unpacking results from ACE’s new report, The American College President: 2023 Edition. Pamela Eddy and Kenya Ayers-Palmore discuss the different pathways men and women take to the college presidency and what the higher education community c…
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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the intriguing world of "sneaky links" and explore the intricate dynamics surrounding them. We question the commonly held belief that a sneaky link implies the absence of feelings and unravel the complexities that arise when boundaries are set and inevitably crossed.Join us as we embark on a …
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Welch Suggs, an associate professor of journalism at the University of Georgia and a former reporter at The Chronicle of Higher Education joins the podcast to look at the state of the name, image, and likeness (NIL) landscape for student athletes and college campuses. Where do we stand since the NIL era began in 2021? Which students are benefitting…
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Hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer are joined by their Government Relations colleague Steven Bloom to talk about the troubling trend of elected officials intruding on academic freedom and restricting instruction on divisive concepts. They also take questions about the potential for Higher Education Act reauthorization and other potential happen…
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In this thought-provoking episode of "Anonymously Loud," we delve into the profound topic of preserving peace amidst disruptions and fostering harmony in our lives. Join us as we explore various strategies and insights that can help us navigate the challenges and maintain a sense of tranquility in an ever-changing world.We begin by examining the di…
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Welcome to another explosive episode of "Anonymously Loud," where we delve into the drama-filled world of R&B divas. In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the ongoing feud between Kandi Burruss and Tamar Braxton.Kandi Burruss, known for her role on "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," recently addressed the accusations made by Tamar Braxton that he…
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The Department of Education’s forthcoming guidance on third-party servicers and online program managers (OPMs) is shining a spotlight on contracts created to expand online academic offerings. Why did these relationships grow dramatically during the pandemic, and why are they needed now? Kelly Otter, dean of the School of Continuing Studies at Georg…
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In this live episode, hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer take audience questions on a range of topics, from the Education Department moving quickly on new regulations to the House hearing on the “crisis” in American education to ChatGPT. dotEDU will return on March 9. Links and references from this week’s show: House Education Committee Ready t…
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PEN America’s Nadine Farid Johnson joins the podcast to talk about the status of “educational gag orders” at the state level, or the legislative efforts to restrict K-12 and college teaching on topics like race, gender, American history, and LGBTQ+ identities. Beyond instruction, we’re also now seeing potential restrictions on tenure, gag orders on…
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Hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer are joined by Terry Hartle to talk about what the new Congress means for higher education policy this year. House Republicans have announced committee assignments and are already talking oversight hearings, and the debt ceiling debate begins. They also discuss the Department of Education’s aggressive regulator…
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Andy Brantley, president and CEO of CUPA-HR, joins the podcast to talk about employee burnout and retention strategies institutions should be thinking about post-pandemic. Before that, Jon, Sarah, and Mushtaq get into what the new Congress has in store for higher education policy moving forward. Tweet suggestions, links, and questions to @ACEducati…
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Hosts Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer are joined by ACE Senior Vice President Terry Hartle to discuss the federal policy developments in 2022 that impacted students and higher education institutions. They look at what got done, what didn’t, and what issues are still pending in 2023, from student loan forgiveness to new Title IX regulations to the …
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With the federal Dream Act in limbo for over 20 years now, states have stepped up with their own solutions to help Dreamers, the population of young immigrants brought to the United States as children. Political activist Tyler Montague and ACE’s Derrick Anderson visit the podcast to talk about Arizona’s newly passed Proposition 308, which gives in-…
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Join us on this episode of "Anonymously Loud" as we delve into the perplexing case of Shanquella Robinson's murder. On October 29, 2022, the 25-year-old Charlotte native tragically lost her life while on a trip with friends to Cabo, Mexico. What initially seemed like an unfortunate accident took a sinister turn when a video surfaced, revealing Robi…
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Welcome to another intriguing episode of "Unraveling the Illusion: The Power of Familiar Lies." In this episode, we delve into the delicate yet significant topic of dealing with fake family and fake people. Join us as we explore effective strategies to navigate these challenging situations. One crucial approach is maintaining a healthy distance. By…
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As the final vote counts start wrapping up, it’s become clear that Congress will be even more narrowly divided than it was before. Terry Hartle and Jon Fansmith return to talk about what the midterm elections mean for higher education policy, particularly in the lame-duck session and beyond. Terry and Jon also answer listeners’ questions about the …
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Now more than ever, colleges and universities are taking action to address climate change by embedding sustainable practices on their campuses and conducting research to advance climate science and climate solutions. Chief Sustainability Officer Heidi VanGenderen at the University of Colorado Boulder talks about why higher education, despite deep p…
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In this bonus episode, Jess Ellsworth drops by the podcast to talk about how attorneys prepare for an appearance before the U.S. Supreme Court. She also describes the significant public service role that the Moot Court Program at Georgetown University’s Supreme Court Institute plays. Ellsworth is a partner at the Washington, DC law firm Hogan Lovel…
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