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This week on “Off The Cuff,” Hugh is joined by Jill and Sarah to discuss the launch of the 2027-28 FAFSA and highlight some important developments and deadlines impacting financial aid offices. After Sarah catches listeners up on helpful FAFSA resources, Jill details the latest implementation developments concerning the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and NASFAA’s new Q&A on Expected Time to Credential (ETTC) guidance.

Federal Student Aid (FSA) on Wednesday announced that it will host an in-person Training Conference on December 14-16, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

Ahead of the publication of the 2023 federal student loan national cohort default rate (CDR), Federal Student Aid (FSA) on Tuesday released updated data showing an uptick in institutions’ nonpayment rates and in the number of borrowers in default or delinquency.

What makes a strong candidate for NASFAA National Chair? We are seeking someone who works full-time at a NASFAA member institution, has demonstrated leadership at the state or regional level, has experience with facilitating meetings and public speaking, and is committed to upholding NASFAA’s code of ethics. If you — or anyone you know — fits the bill, please nominate yourself or a qualified colleague for the role of NASFAA National Chair by October 29 at 5:00 p.m. ET. Nominations are also being accepted for representatives-at-large.

Please join us in congratulating Mary Webb on her promotion. Celebrate your own career developments by completing the "Movers and Shakers" form to share the news with your colleagues.

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