Cooperatively Speaking
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Cooperatively Speaking
DOGE, the DOE, and the Higher Education Funding Cuts: Navigating Turbulent Waters to Ensure a Smooth Ride For your Campus
E&I Host: Matt Levine, E&I Category Marketing Manager
Guest: Ben Kennedy, Kennedy & Company Managing Partner
Explore the looming challenges in higher education as Ben Kennedy from Kennedy and Company joins E&I's Matt Levine to discuss proposed federal funding cuts. Hear from Ben as he outlines critical issues such as Pell Grant funding, the elimination of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and the impact on university enrollment strategies. Kennedy offers actionable insights for higher education professionals to navigate these challenges and maintain a positive campus experience amid fiscal uncertainties.
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E&I Kennedy & Company Contract
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