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The Annual Kelchen Review: The Top 10 U.S. Higher Ed Stories in 2025 S4E14

The Annual Kelchen Review: The Top 10 U.S. Higher Ed Stories in 2025

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In the final episode of 2025, host Alex Usher welcomes Robert Kelchen, a recurring favorite guest, to discuss the top 10 issues in American higher education over the past year. They cover a wide array of topics such as state funding for public higher education, efforts to dismantle the US Department of Education, rising athletic spending, DEI and admissions, the impact of artificial intelligence, international student enrollment trends, state-level DEI policies, and the challenges faced by university leadership. Additionally, they delve into the One Beautiful Bill Act and the Trump administration's higher education compact. Don't miss this comprehensive look into the major developments and challenges in the world of higher education in 2025.

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Creators and Guests

Alex Usher
Host
Alex Usher
He/Him. President, Higher Education Strategy Associates
Robert Kelchen
Guest
Robert Kelchen
Professor and Department Head at University of Tennessee, Knoxville University of Tennessee, Knoxville University of Wisconsin-Madison
Samantha Pufek
Producer
Samantha Pufek
She/Her. Graphic Designer, Higher Education Strategy Associates
Tiffany MacLennan
Producer
Tiffany MacLennan
She/Her. Senior Associate and Project Lead, Higher Education Strategy Associates

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