POLITICSVIRGINIA MERCURY
Amid major federal shifts, McMahon urges Va. universities to reform practices, restore public trust
Secretary of Education Linda McMahon urged Virginia's colleges and universities to commit to reforms aimed at restoring public trust by focusing on affordability, free speech, academic rigor, and accountability. University leaders are concurrently navigating significant changes stemming from federal policy shifts concerning issues like student loans and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
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