Opinion1 hour agoThe progressive education machine is collapsing. We should let it fallA university president argues eliminating standardized testing rewards mediocrity and robs hard-working students of the chance to prove their worth.
OpinionApril 27, 2026I’m a university president. Trump is right to make colleges deliver for studentsThe Department of Education proposes requiring colleges to prove graduates outearn high school graduates or risk losing federal student loan access.
OpinionJanuary 23, 2026Johnny can't read — even in college. I lead a university and it's terrifyingShocking report reveals Gen Z students entering college unable to read effectively, forcing professors to teach basic reading skills in higher education.
OpinionJanuary 11, 2026I lead a university. Higher education is failing students — Congress is right to actCongressional leaders have announced they will target higher education reform in 2026 policy priorities, citing student loan crisis and accreditation overhaul as key solutions.
OpinionDecember 29, 2025Five hopeful signs college students are seeking truth once moreUniversity president identifies five key changes signaling renewal in higher education during 2025, from student advocacy to parents reclaiming voices.
OpinionNovember 23, 2025Thanksgiving can help families heal students from college indoctrinationA quiet crisis unfolds as college students return home changed by campus ideology, but Thanksgiving break offers families a sacred opportunity to reconnect and restore identity.
OpinionNovember 8, 2025Survivors call America to stand with persecuted Christians in NigeriaPresident Donald Trump calls for action against Christian persecution in Nigeria after Boko Haram survivors Joy Bishara and Lydia Pogu share their escape story at the U.N.
OpinionOctober 23, 2025Why elite colleges fear Trump and McMahon's new academic compact tying funding to free speechTrump's Compact for Academic Excellence faces backlash from elite institutions as it demands accountability for free speech in exchange for federal dollars.
OpinionSeptember 14, 2025Trump gets it: Prayer isn’t the problem. Silencing it isTrump's promise to safeguard prayer in schools aims to restore religious liberty that has been misunderstood under First Amendment interpretations.
OpinionJuly 20, 2025AI can simulate a teacher, but it can’t shepherd a soulEducation forms character through human relationships that AI cannot replicate, requiring balance between technology and the moral core of learning.
OpinionJune 24, 2025The real crisis behind America's unrest begins in the classroomIf we want to rebuild America, we must start with the minds and hearts of our children.
OpinionJune 6, 2025Why Trump’s $3 billion wake-up call to higher ed is exactly what America needsPresident Trump's proposal to redirect $3 billion from Harvard to trade schools sparks a debate on the value of higher education and the need for a cultural reset.
OpinionMay 10, 2025To the mothers that hold the nation togetherIn homes across America, mothers are leading with strength, sacrifice and the kind of wisdom our nation desperately needs.
OpinionMarch 22, 2025The 4 ways Final Four teams court March Madness victoryMarch Madness teams all dream. They can turn that into reality by having a plan, teamwork, execution under stress and resilience. Those same characteristics apply off the court, too.
OpinionFebruary 9, 2025Chiefs vs. Eagles: 3 Super Bowl strategies for long-term greatnessThe Chiefs have become the NFL’s gold standard under coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes, making their fourth Super Bowl appearance in five years.
OpinionSeptember 8, 20243 essential rules to encourage unity this election seasonAmerica is divided because we have abandoned the Golden Rule, especially during election season. It doesn't have to be that way. Here are three ways to encourage unity.
OpinionJuly 13, 2024We can learn from 3 Olympic champions who overcame hardshipsThe Olympics draw the best from around the world. And champions often overcome some of the greatest hardships. Here are three who can teach us life lessons from their own struggles.
OpinionJune 16, 20245 ways college students can maximize their summerSummer can be the opportune time for college students to stay active in their academics, pursue their future goals and gear up for the upcoming school year.
OpinionFebruary 23, 2024Biden's financial aid fiasco sets roadblocks for parents and studentsSeventeen million college students and their families are wrestling with Biden's financial aid fiasco. FAFSA website delays caused roadblocks for those applying for assistance.
OpinionFebruary 20, 2024AI will change work like the internet did. That’s either a problem or an opportunityThe artificial intelligence revolution is here. Just like the internet, AI will change how we work. The IMF says 60% of jobs will be impacted by it. That's a huge opportunity.
OpinionJanuary 23, 20243 ways you can help your student navigate artificial intelligenceIn higher education, the rise of AI text generators and chatbots is driving faculty and administrators to rethink their institutions’ curriculum and policies.
OpinionDecember 24, 2023Why Reagan's first Christmas address matters todayWith fears of an economic recession and tensions across the U.S. due to the wars in Israel and Ukraine, there are many truths from Reagan’s Christmas address that are relevant today.
OpinionSeptember 25, 20233 reasons why college is worth the price tagHere are three reasons why your student should consider getting a college degree.
OpinionSeptember 10, 2023Twenty-two years after 9/11: 3 lessons we need to teach about courage, unity and resilienceTwenty-two years after the United States was attacked on 9/11, there are many things we must still teach our young people about that terrible day and its aftermath.
OpinionMay 20, 2022Best college commencement advice for new graduatesIt's college commencement time and graduation speeches offer good advice for young people starting out in life.
OpinionApril 30, 2022National Decision Day -- 5 ways to choose the right collegeOn May 1st, many first-time college applicants anticipate publicly announcing where they plan to go to college.
OpinionFebruary 19, 2022Don't let the college price tag intimidate you -- here are 5 ways to finance your educationHigher education institutions are celebrating Financial Aid Awareness Month during February, helping college students and their families become aware of federal, state and institutional student aid.
OpinionDecember 31, 2021New Year's resolutions for young adults in 2022 can draw on these key takeaways from 2021I try to encourage my children and students to always reflect on the previous year, and to start writing their resolutions based on lessons they’ve learned.
OpinionNovember 21, 20217 things to make your college student's Thanksgiving break more enjoyableWith Thanksgiving just around the corner, and nearly a month away from Christmas, parents of college students are anticipating their return home for the holidays.
OpinionNovember 7, 2021Dr. Kent Ingle: 7 ways to help first-generation college students succeedMany first-generation college students still struggle financially and academically compared to their peers. In fact, close to 90% of low-income first-generation students don’t graduate within six years.