The Dispatch
A newsletter about the role of higher ed in society, from Open Campus
Written by
Colleen Murphy, +2
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Apr 17, 2026
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2 min read
An inflation-adjusted Pell Grant would be worth several hundred more dollars. That could help keep low-income students enrolled.
Apr 3, 2026
7 min read
The majority of faculty and administrators said in a recent survey that their well-being has declined in the last year.
Mar 13, 2026
8 min read
Focus group participants said they enrolled with limited information, received little support and often graduated with heavy debt.
Feb 27, 2026
So far, 43% of high school seniors have completed the application, unlocking access to federal financial aid.
Feb 13, 2026
The median U.S. household takes home nearly $20,000 more in income than it did 50 years ago. A key reason? College.
Jan 30, 2026
6 min read
They're working together to create clear pathways into good-paying jobs that meet student needs and employer demands.
Jan 16, 2026
Men make up 42% of undergraduates and half of all stopouts, according to new data.
Dec 10, 2025
A new study found that many can't afford to make loan payments as the cost of living rises.
Dec 5, 2025
In the last five years, the number of UC San Diego students whose math skills are below the high-school level has increased nearly thirtyfold. That's just one example.
