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Crisis on campus: The future of higher education

Season 1 Episode 30 | 52m 05s

Factors like declining enrollment, shifting perceptions of value, and rising financial strain have college and universities in Connecticut and beyond ringing the alarm bell. This hour, we look at how the future of higher education will impact the state’s economy, workforce, and the country’s ability to compete on a global level.

Aired: 05/13/25
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