US Education Department offers two-year trim on student loan interest rates
The $6 billion benefit, open to loans originated after July 2012, arrives as millions of SAVE plan borrowers face 90-day deadlines to enter legal repayment.
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Ohio State University settles with hundreds of Strauss victims
The $100 million deal covers 279 of 280 remaining victims, bringing Ohio State's total Strauss payouts to more than $161 million across seven settlements since 2018.
Tiffin University to host 19th annual golf outing
The June 22 fundraiser at Mohawk Golf and Country Club supports student-athlete scholarships, facilities and travel through team and individual registration.
More megachurches want to be your alma mater
Megachurches are launching colleges with looser accreditation standards, raising concerns about credit transfers and federal financial aid eligibility for students.
New student loan limits challenged by Democratic attorneys general, governors in lawsuit
Democratic officials argue the limits will harm nursing, teaching and social work programs while forcing students into more debt.
Opponents testify against bill tying funding to compliance with Ohio higher education overhaul
The Ohio Federation of Teachers and faculty union leaders warned the bill would weaponize state funding to force compliance with SB 1.
‘It’s about control’: Critics blast Ohio legislation linking college funding to Senate Bill 1 compliance
Critics say the bill would create a watchlist of former diversity workers and weaken academic freedom, as lawmakers debate Senate Bill 1 enforcement.
Big changes arrive July 1 for student borrowers, including in loan repayments
Advocates warn the overhaul, which caps grad loans and scraps Grad PLUS, will push borrowers toward costlier private lenders starting July 1.
Tiffin University, Heidelberg announce academic partnerships
Tiffin University and Heidelberg University will launch five new academic partnership pathways in fall 2026, expanding access to graduate programs and workforce-focused fields.
As Vivek Ramaswamy calls to consolidate Ohio’s public universities, Kent State president invites him to campus
Todd Diacon extends an invitation “to anyone raising questions about Ohio’s public universities” in an essay defending higher education.
Ohio State University investigation finds former president misused position for personal associate
A 47-page investigation found former Ohio State President Ted Carter used his authority to secure benefits for Krisanthe Vlachos, with whom he had an "inappropriate relationship," violating university policy and potentially Ohio ethics law.
Food pantries on Ohio college campuses help students experiencing food insecurity
About 40% of college students report experiencing food insecurity. A bipartisan Ohio House bill would create a statewide Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program, providing $625,000 annually to help schools expand food pantry services and earn a hunger-free designation.
Ohio colleges’ newest pre-requisite: Giant signs on campus
Many colleges are trying new tactics, including installing big letter signs, as they rethink how people interact with institutions in the social media era.
Ohio’s public universities are eliminating nearly 90 degree programs as a result of Senate Bill 1
Nearly 90 degree programs have been cut or identified for elimination at Ohio's public universities since Senate Bill 1 took effect, with Kent State, Ohio University, and Wright State among the hardest hit.
Terra State Community College placed under fiscal watch by Ohio Department of Higher Education
Ohio's Department of Higher Education placed Terra State Community College on fiscal watch in March after an audit uncovered unpaid taxes, late vendor payments, and a finding for recovery against two former finance officials totaling $22,255.46.
Ramaswamy wants to consolidate Ohio’s universities. Ohio’s founders would be appalled.
Ramaswamy hasn't named which campuses he'd close, even as his tax plan would reportedly blow a $9.8 billion hole in Ohio's budget.
What impact is the science of reading having so far in Ohio classrooms and on college campuses?
Ohio requires science of reading instruction in all districts starting this school year, but third-grade reading scores dipped and 10 colleges were found out of compliance with teacher prep standards.
A Biden student loan plan has ended. Here’s what borrowers need to know.
A federal appeals court has effectively ended the Biden-era SAVE student loan repayment plan. Here's what the more than 7 million enrolled borrowers need to know about deadlines, new plan options, and next steps.
Ohio State University College of Medicine is being investigated by the Justice Department
The Trump Justice Department is investigating Ohio State University's College of Medicine over potential race discrimination in admissions, demanding seven years of applicant data by April 24.
Vivek Ramaswamy said Ohio colleges, universities need to be consolidated: ‘We have too many of them’
Vivek Ramaswamy suggests consolidating Ohio colleges to cut costs, while critics warn the plan could harm communities and limit access to higher education.
