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NASFAA's Off the Cuff Podcast

Hosted by NASFAA staff, this weekly podcast offers an unscripted view of hot financial aid and higher education-related topics. Justin Draeger and co-hosts will discuss what's happening inside the beltway to give you an insider's perspective.
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Now displaying: June, 2021
Jun 17, 2021

This week on "Off The Cuff," the group returns from a week off to discuss the latest news as Megan covers a new bill released by top Democrats that calls for gradually doubling the maximum federal Pell Grant award over a five-year period and extend eligibility to those enrolled in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, commonly known as “Dreamers.” Jill then gives an update on the Department of Education’s (ED) announcement that it will employ a delayed, phased implementation of the changes made to federal methodology and the FAFSA, and Owen details debt forgiveness for an additional 18,000 borrower defense claims for individuals who attended ITT Technical Institute. Plus, the group wants to know your thoughts on UFO sightings!

Jun 3, 2021

This week on "Off The Cuff," Megan details President Joe Biden’s budget proposal and the proposed increase in funding for the Department of Education (ED) and investment in the federal Pell Grant program. Allie then covers the latest news as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are pressing Education Secretary Miguel Cardona for a plan on how the department plans to transition millions of student loan borrowers back into repayment when the federal forbearance period comes to an end in October. Jill then outlines the upcoming schedule for negotiated rulemaking sessions and Justin breaks down a new policy from Federal Student Aid that will allow data sharing with states to provide oversight to student loan services. Plus, the group wants to know: Now that summer is here, what are your feelings on ice cream? Share with us your favorites types or any ice cream-related taboos.

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