Thomas A. Dingman, Deborah Kaufman Goldfine, and Walter H. Morris Jr. have been chosen to receive the 2026 Harvard Medal for their exceptional service to Harvard University. This honor, first given in 1981, acknowledges outstanding contributions in areas such as leadership, fundraising, and teaching. Alumni and former staff affiliated with the University are eligible for…
Educators across various fields are trying out new teaching methods such as flipped classrooms, active learning, and flexible assessments to boost student engagement. However, many still find that while students participate, they do not take ownership of their learning. This indicates that the issue may not be the teaching methods themselves, but rather when meaning…
Disillusioned with grading AI-generated essays and scantrons, I decided to conduct oral exams for my lower-division history classes this finals season. Students booked half-hour slots via Google Calendar, starting after our last class and finishing before the grade submission deadline. The 20 in-person slots quickly filled, taking place in our classroom and my office. Students…
Millions of borrowers are nearing what experts term a student loan default cliff. Reports from the Congressional Research Service and CNBC indicate over 9 million borrowers are behind on payments, with 5.3 million already in default and another 4.3 million close to it. Senator Elizabeth Warren labeled this an “economic disaster in the making” and…
Relocating to another country does not eliminate student loans; it complicates their management. The loans and repayment regulations remain, but the process of reporting, verifying, and using income for Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans is altered. The manner in which U.S. taxes are filed, especially when utilizing the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE), can influence what…
For parents holding federal student loans, the year 2026 marks a critical moment. According to the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, those with Parent PLUS loans risk losing the opportunity for forgiveness if they don’t complete consolidation in time. Waiting until the “official” deadline might result in a permanent exclusion from income-driven repayment (IDR)…
Attending medical school has always been expensive, and as 2026 approaches, the focus is shifting from the amount students can borrow to what happens after borrowing. Changes in federal loan limits, repayment rules, and tuition costs require students to strategize before starting their studies. This guide explains how to finance medical school in 2026 with…
Borrowers with substantial federal student loans considering additional borrowing after July 1, 2026, should be aware of the new RAP rules in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which could alter repayment strategies. This article examines the “poison pill” effect, focusing on the mechanics rather than political aspects. This information is particularly relevant for…
