The U.S. Department of Education (ED) Office of Inspector General (OIG) first issued guidance about upcoming audits of Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF)...more
Via the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, signed into law on December 27, 2020, Congress allocated $23 billion in emergency relief aid for public and nonprofit colleges, universities, and their students—$9 billion more...more
Update on April 5, 2020:
On Friday, April 3, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education provided additional guidance regarding COVID-19-related Clery Act emergency notifications, among other topics. With respect to emergency...more
It is in human nature to want to help others, especially now. Students, particularly those in healthcare fields, may volunteer to provide clinical help in healthcare settings during this pandemic, and overwhelmed hospitals...more
The U.S.’s Three-Phase Stimulus Program-
For several weeks, Congress has been working to develop a “stimulus package” in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The stimulus program is not just one piece of legislation; thus...more
What should we do if we learn that a member of our school, college, or university community has been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19?
First, contact your local health officials for guidance and follow relevant...more