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Members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee on Thursday heard directly from Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of the Department of Education (ED), on her work experience, beliefs on higher education funding, and more, amid news reports that the administration wants to dismantle the agency. 

On our most recent episode of "Off The Cuff," Allie and Karen were joined by Megan and Nalia to discuss the latest news reports that President Donald Trump is preparing to sign an executive order that would seek to dismantle the Department of Education. Stay tuned for new episodes and be sure to send us your comments and suggestions for future episodes.

The NASFAA office will be closed on Monday, February 17 for the President's Day federal holiday. NASFAA's Today's News newsletter will not be sent and technical and membership support will not be available until the office reopens on Tuesday, February 18.

Join us on February 21 at 12 p.m. ET for an insightful discussion with David Page, Senior Business Development Specialist at Blue Icon Advisors and former VP for Enrollment Management at Dillard University. With 32 years of experience in higher education, including 20 years in financial aid administration and 9 years leading enrollment management, David brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. David will also spend time reflecting on #FinAidFeb and the importance of financial aid awareness. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical advice. Join the conversation on LinkedIn.

Join NASFAA for this five-week interactive online course providing an overview of the return of Title IV funds (R2T4) regulations. Beginning on April 14, course participants will learn what happens to Title IV funds when a student withdraws before completing the period of enrollment, withdrawal from programs offered in modules, and how to apply the R2T4 formula in order to calculate the amount the school must return to the Title IV programs, or the amounts the student could receive as post-withdrawal disbursement. Reserve your seat today.

Please join us in congratulating Susan Gonzalez on her promotion. Also join us in congratulating Sean Nevils, FAAC®, and Lauren Andalora, FAAC®, on their new jobs. Celebrate your own career developments by completing the "Movers and Shakers" form to share the news with your colleagues.

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