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Posted on 5/28/20 at 3:08 pm to TideWarrior
Posted on 5/28/20 at 3:08 pm to TideWarrior
Some projections out there are showing close to 40% of students who were college bound as a freshman for this up coming fall are more likely to stay home and take a year off. I doubt it will be that high but I could close to half of that.
College presidents are expecting enrollment to be way down this fall.
College presidents are expecting enrollment to be way down this fall.
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Posted on 5/28/20 at 4:41 pm to TideWarrior
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College presidents are expecting enrollment to be way down this fall.
Sounds like a good opportunity for students who might otherwise not be able to get into a particular school.
Posted on 5/28/20 at 5:15 pm to mre
I wouldn't be surprised if enrollment in local community colleges is way up.
That could be bad news for the bigger school. If those kids figure out they can get the first couple of years done a lot cheaper they may not be back next year either.
That could be bad news for the bigger school. If those kids figure out they can get the first couple of years done a lot cheaper they may not be back next year either.
Posted on 5/28/20 at 8:14 pm to mre
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Sounds like a good opportunity for students who might otherwise not be able to get into a particular school.
It may as I was also reading they are extending eligibility to more students for FAFSA in the fall.
Posted on 5/28/20 at 8:14 pm to JustGetItRight
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I wouldn't be surprised if enrollment in local community colleges is way up.
That could be bad news for the bigger school. If those kids figure out they can get the first couple of years done a lot cheaper they may not be back next year either.
A lot of community colleges across the country are looking to go completely online in the fall except for lab required classes.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 8:58 am to TideWarrior
I suspect they'll make decisions similar to the 4 year ones. My point was more about the impact on the next few years.
One of the biggest selling points of a large university is the on-campus experience. If you aren't getting that, kids (and more specifically parents paying the bills) might find themselves deciding that getting those core classes at 1/3rd the cost is a better option.
One of the biggest selling points of a large university is the on-campus experience. If you aren't getting that, kids (and more specifically parents paying the bills) might find themselves deciding that getting those core classes at 1/3rd the cost is a better option.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 9:12 am to JustGetItRight
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One of the biggest selling points of a large university is the on-campus experience. If you aren't getting that, kids (and more specifically parents paying the bills) might find themselves deciding that getting those core classes at 1/3rd the cost is a better option.
That has already become a reality for many. The last 4 years IIRC have seen the enrollment for community college surpass that of the 4 year colleges for undergrad enrollment. The avg age for the community college student has significantly dropped as well. In NC there are programs that allow HS graduates to go to CC for free. You can also take classes for free at the CC starting at age 15 or 16(depending on the program) until you graduate HS. Many students are finishing HS now with an associates and transferring in as a junior through articulation agreements.
Parents are already realizing the low cost for the first 2 years at a CC and I think this may move even more in that direction.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 9:29 am to TideWarrior
How universities and colleges reopen in the fall and the platform for delivery of education will hinge on how congress moves forward. I think I mentioned this last month that liability will be a major issue that will have to be dealt with not just for businesses but colleges across the country.
The biggest holdup is the liability shield the colleges are looking for but congress is still fighting over it. I would bank, especially with smaller/private schools they may opt only to have distance classes if not protected by the government.
The biggest holdup is the liability shield the colleges are looking for but congress is still fighting over it. I would bank, especially with smaller/private schools they may opt only to have distance classes if not protected by the government.
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Weighing in for the first time on the push by colleges to be protected from coronavirus-related lawsuits should they reopen for in-person instruction, Senator Patty Murray said she opposes granting a “liability shield” because it would essentially say, “it’s okay if students or employees get sick.”
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They also come as associations representing colleges and universities earlier in the day called for Congress to provide the protection. The issue is expected to be debated next Thursday when the presidents of Purdue and Brown Universities and Lane College are scheduled to testify before the U.S. Senate's health and education committee on safely reopening campuses this fall.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 9:31 am to TideWarrior
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Nearly 80 education groups, including associations representing colleges and universities, wrote Congress asking for “temporary” protections from COVID-19-related lawsuits should they reopen campuses.
As first reported by Inside Higher Ed, colleges pushed for protection from pandemic-related lawsuits in a meeting with Vice President Mike Pence and before the Senate Judiciary Committee two weeks ago. The effort is part of a broader push by groups like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and supported by Republican congressional leaders, to block lawsuits should students, customers or workers contract the coronavirus.
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Posted on 5/29/20 at 11:14 am to TideWarrior
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The biggest holdup is the liability shield the colleges are looking for
If they can't get some sort of tort protection, I would expect them to attempt a waiver system. I've already seen it around a little bit (locally).
Posted on 5/29/20 at 1:52 pm to paperwasp
Well, fellas, the Wuflu has invaded my house.
My wife tested positive for it on Wednesday.
She had a small outpatient surgery scheduled for Tuesday in Auburn and at her pre-op appointment they tested her because she would be going into the hospital.
They checked our temperatures before they let us in their office and neither of us had a fever. She has not had any symptoms whatsoever and neither have I.
But, the results came back positive so if she has it then I do as well.
Damnit.
My wife tested positive for it on Wednesday.
She had a small outpatient surgery scheduled for Tuesday in Auburn and at her pre-op appointment they tested her because she would be going into the hospital.
They checked our temperatures before they let us in their office and neither of us had a fever. She has not had any symptoms whatsoever and neither have I.
But, the results came back positive so if she has it then I do as well.
Damnit.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 1:56 pm to TideSaint
Anti-bodies? I mean, it seems like people have had this a lot longer than February. Prayers for you and the Mrs.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 2:02 pm to FWBFLlaw
According to the girl doing the swab, it was a test for an active infection, not antibodies.
And she's fine. Pissed, but fine. She's waited to have this surgery for years and I am working from home so I'd be able to take care of her.
She. Is. Mad.
And she's fine. Pissed, but fine. She's waited to have this surgery for years and I am working from home so I'd be able to take care of her.
She. Is. Mad.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 2:12 pm to TideSaint
Damn, sorry to hear that TS.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 2:16 pm to mre
It's cool, man.
We aren't sick at all. Been enjoying this weather by swimming in the pool everyday and grilling out for supper.
It's more of a surprise than a tragedy. We've been pretty good at staying at home throughout this entire ordeal.
We are selling our house so we've had people come over to fix some minor issues and do inspections so we think that is how she/I got it.
We haven't been celibate at all during the stay at home order so I know I got it.
We aren't sick at all. Been enjoying this weather by swimming in the pool everyday and grilling out for supper.
It's more of a surprise than a tragedy. We've been pretty good at staying at home throughout this entire ordeal.
We are selling our house so we've had people come over to fix some minor issues and do inspections so we think that is how she/I got it.
We haven't been celibate at all during the stay at home order so I know I got it.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 2:31 pm to TideSaint
This solidifies the theory that Saint is patient x, in the state of Alabama
In all seriousness, I pray that y’all recover quick without ever showing any symptoms
In all seriousness, I pray that y’all recover quick without ever showing any symptoms
Posted on 5/29/20 at 2:35 pm to Cobrasize
Thanks, buddy.
I'm going to get tested on Monday and she's going to be tested again that day, too. Hopefully it will be negative so at least we'll know our 14 day window is over.
She just wants to get drunk and watch TV now.
I'm going to get tested on Monday and she's going to be tested again that day, too. Hopefully it will be negative so at least we'll know our 14 day window is over.
She just wants to get drunk and watch TV now.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 2:41 pm to TideSaint
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She just wants to get drunk and watch TV now.
Damn, you married the perfect woman
Posted on 5/29/20 at 3:06 pm to paperwasp
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If they can't get some sort of tort protection,
In Alabama they already have it. The University can invoke sovereign immunity pretty much as it wishes.
Posted on 5/29/20 at 3:14 pm to Cobrasize
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Damn, you married the perfect woman
Yep.
And now she's on the phone with the Department of Health and Safety. I guess the doctor's office contacted them.
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