A new GI Bill for our veterans

With the implementation of the Post-9/11 GI Bill on Aug. 1, our country created a new generation of potential college students from our nation's active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members and veterans. We educators are thrilled about this advance, including those of us at Florida's private colleges and universities. ...more

November 11, 2009

Tribune Humor

I'm glad the Trib has not lost its sense of humor. Featuring A-Rod on the front page had to be a "tongue-in-cheek" decision, what with all the horrible economic news out there. ...more

February 21, 2009

Parents Saving Less For Kids' College Costs

Erin Stawarz can easily call her parents to baby-sit or suggest toys for Christmas, but one topic remains taboo: asking them to help pay for their grandchildren's college tuition. ...more

October 5, 2008

Chancellor's Exit Means Tough Search For State

A lot was at stake last spring: The leader of Florida's public universities warned top lawmakers that his schools were weakened by budget cuts and that a planned move by the Legislature to overhaul his system of higher education would erode its credibility. ...more

September 28, 2008

Florida University Chancellor Resigns Post

The leader of Florida's public university system announced Monday that he is stepping down, saying the time is right for new leadership and for him to return to the college campus he has long missed. ...more

September 23, 2008