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With the U.S. Supreme Court expected to release an opinion on race-conscious admission policies this week, read through the possible implications this decision could have on financial aid offices. Some members share how their institutions are preparing for a ban on race-conscious admissions, while others share their concerns. Members can also register for our upcoming webinar — The Supreme Court Speaks: Understanding the Implications of Race-Conscious Admission Decision — on the topic on Wednesday, July 19, at 3:00 p.m. ET. 

The United States Supreme Court’s highly anticipated ruling on President Joe Biden’s student loan debt cancellation program is expected to be released as soon as this Thursday. The two central issues stem from whether the plaintiffs have the standing required to dispute the program, and whether the White House has the authority to carry out the plan.

More than 2,600 financial aid professionals will be joining us this week in sunny San Diego for NASFAA's 2023 National Conference, and we couldn't be more excited to host you in America's Finest City! NASFAA staff will be hard at work on site and remotely to bring you exciting updates about all that is going on at the in-person conference. Readers can expect the daily issue of Today's News to reach their inboxes later than usual while staff are in California. But remember, you don't have to wait for Today's News to keep up with what's going. The Conference News Coverage page will be updated with articles and summaries from select conference sessions — check back frequently, and follow along with the conversation on social media using #NASFAA2023.

NASFAA’s “Off The Cuff” team will reconvene next month, once we return from the 2023 National Conference in San Diego. You can still find the latest higher education news coming from the Department of Education and the White House in Today’s News every day. Can’t wait for our next episode? Be sure to catch up on previous episodes, including a preview of the NASFAA conference, a discussion of proposed gainful employment regulations, our most recent Voices special episode, the wind-down of COVID flexibilities, and more! Be sure to tune in next month for a new episode.

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