By Ivory Toldson Ongoing discussions about federal priorities and fiscal decisions have the potential to significantly reshape higher education access and affordability for generations to come. As we examine the potential consequences of various fiscal approaches like the current budget reconciliation, it becomes imperative to understand how potential budget reductions — particularly those that could affect Pell Grants, SNAP benefits, Medicaid, and student loan repayment plans — might disproportionately impact Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the students they so effectively serve. Understanding the Budget Landscape We often hear discussions around federal budgets that outline shifts in spending priorities, sometimes referred to colloquially as “skinny
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