AGB Trusteeship Podcast

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Why does college cost so much? Sep 19, 2017

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Having the right information is crucial when responding to questions about why college costs so much. But does it? Most students don't pay the full "sticker price" once financial aid is taken into consideration. Listen to Sandy Baum, economist and senior fellow at the Urban Institute, discuss the costs and benefits of a college degree–and why you never hear a news story about an unemployed high-school graduate. More about AGB's Guardians Initiative and The Business of Higher Education report mentioned in the podcast at www.agb.org/guardians.

It's Time to Fight for Higher Education Sep 19, 2017

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Higher education is often criticized for its costs and its relevancy. How can you be an advocate for higher education, even when public trust is eroding? Listen to AGB President Rick Legon and Kevin Reilly, president emeritus of the University of Wisconsin System, discuss how to respond to higher education's critics in a candid dialogue about these important issues.

More about AGB's Guardians Initiative at www.agb.org/guardians.

Introducing Higher Education Nation from AGB Sep 06, 2017

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Introducing Higher Education Nation, the podcast from the Association of Governing Boards (AGB) that provides perspective on the issues facing the nation's universities and colleges. Through insider insight and expert analysis, Higher Education Nation helps leaders in this vital sector advance the public trust in higher education.

Learn more about AGB's Guardians Initiative at agb.org/guardians.