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How Veterans Can Lead the Future of Work and Learning

In this call to action, Wendy Lang and Michele Spires urge colleges, credential providers, and employers to align around one shared goal: ensuring veterans can move from service to civilian success without unnecessary barriers.

November 4, 2025

Renewing the Social Contract for Higher Education

With public confidence in colleges at a crossroads, Ted Mitchell and Timothy Knowles call for a new social contract centered on student success—and offer the Carnegie-ACE classification as a path forward.

April 28, 2025

Beyond the Culture Wars: The Real Story of State Policy and College Campuses

As the national debate on higher education heats up, state lawmakers are emerging as key players. But beyond the headlines, there’s a growing opportunity for collaboration and bipartisan initiatives that strengthen communities and expand educational access. ACE’s Heidi Tseu and Katharine Meyer of Brookings look at the real impact of state policies on college campuses today, from student support and institutional mission to workforce development.

September 6, 2024