Episode 143: How Are Institutions Using Emergency Stabilization Funds?

This week on "Off The Cuff," Justin is joined by financial aid directors at three institutions — Lauren Jackson of Northwestern State University, Francisco Valines of Florida International University, and Wayne Kruger of St. Petersburg College — to discuss how their schools are using the emergency stabilization funds allocated to higher education in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The group delves into who on campus submitted their certification and agreement forms on behalf of the institution, how funds will be distributed and to which students, and whether they have required some form of application for students to qualify for the funds, among other issues. The group also talks about outstanding points of confusion within the legislation their institutions are still wrestling with, and shares advice for schools seeking to best distribute their funds to students in need. Stay tuned for more special episodes of “Off The Cuff.”

Speakers


Justin Draeger President & CEO, NASFAA	Lauren Jackson Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, Northwestern State University	Francisco Valines Director of Financial Aid, Florida International University	Wayne Kruger Executive Director Financial Assistance Operations, St. Petersburg College