OTC From the Field: Examining and Addressing Needed Reforms to the Student Loan System
This week on "Off The Cuff," Justin, Karen, Megan, and Rachel discuss student loan debt reform recommendations NASFAA made with support from a grant provided by Arnold Ventures. The conversation touches on three main areas, which include how to improve student loan servicing practices, rethinking the terms and conditions of student loan repayment, and reforming student loan default. Maria then updates listeners on the latest news, including a preview of President Joe Biden’s student loan debt relief application and a new Federal Register notice detailing the Biden administration’s authority to carry out the debt relief.
Speakers
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| Justin Draeger President and CEO, NASFAA |
Karen McCarthy Vice President, NASFAA |
Rachel Gentry Director of Government Relations, NASFAA |
Megan Walter Policy Analyst, NASFAA |
Maria Carrasco Reporter |
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Resources
- Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
- Episode Transcript (PDF)
- NASFAA Report Examines Student Loan System Shortcomings to Protect Borrowers
- Protecting Borrowers & Advancing Equity
- Policy Solutions for Student Loan Borrowers in Crisis: 12 Recommendations for Servicing
- Policy Solutions for Student Loan Borrowers in Crisis: 12 Recommendations for Default
- Policy Solutions for Student Loan Borrowers in Crisis: 7 Recommendations for Repayment
- White House Provides Detailed Preview of Student Loan Debt Cancellation Application
- ED Publishes Notice Detailing Authority to Carry Out Student Debt Relief
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NASFAA Joins Higher Ed Community Urging Institutions to Review Existing Transcript Hold Policies
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Publication Date: 10/14/2022