Higher Education Opportunities for Incarcerated Women

Janet Johnson becomes one of the first women to graduate from a Maryland prison with a bachelor's degree, highlighting disparities in access to higher education for incarcerated women. Efforts are being made to increase access to college programs and Pell Grants for women in prison.

Gender Disparities in Leadership and Earnings in Male-Dominated Fields

Despite more women pursuing higher education and entering male-dominated fields like engineering and business, the earnings gap between men and women in leadership positions persists. Women still earn 82 cents for every dollar earned by men, and the proportion of women in top management roles has declined. Obstacles such as gender stereotypes, caregiving responsibilities, and lack of mentorship contribute to this disparity.

The Importance of Catholic Universities in Higher Education

Peter Boghossian discusses why Americans' confidence in higher education is at a record low. Catholic universities offer a unique environment for students of certain faiths with strong academic records and extracurricular activities.

President Biden's Support for Israel and Congressional Progressive Caucus Policy Agenda

President Biden is at risk of losing college-age voters due to his support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas. The Congressional Progressive Caucus released a policy agenda focusing on domestic issues and did not address the war in Gaza. The agenda includes proposals for a $17 minimum wage, free public higher education, comprehensive policing reform, and more.

Student Loan Forgiveness Email from President Biden

President Joe Biden's administration is sending emails to over 150,000 borrowers claiming their federal student loans will be forgiven, but in reality, the debt is being transferred to taxpayers under the SAVE plan. The plan offers debt forgiveness to borrowers who have been in repayment for as little as 10 years and took out $12,000 or less in loans.