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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
“College students should not go hungry or risk losing SNAP benefits because they missed an interview or forgot to submit a document in a complicated, bureaucratic process. States have a responsibility to ensure eligible students and families can access food assistance.”
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Today, Student Defense released a new brief urging states to use text messaging to help students and families access SNAP benefits.
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Student Defense Calls on States to Use Text Outreach to Expand Access to SNAP Benefits — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 6, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT press@defendstudents.org   Student Defense Calls on States to Use Text Outreach to Expand Access to SNAP Benefits Washington, D.C. —...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Beatriz Bencomo mentioned our recent report highlighting the lack of policies governing AI use in college admissions offices in her piece about the shared questions we’re all confronting about AI’s growing role in our lives. Read our report here: defendstudents.org/all/student-...
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Student Defense Report Highlights Lack of Policies Governing AI Use By College Admissions Offices — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 6, 2026  MEDIA CONTACT press@defendstudents.org  Student Defense Report Highlights Lack of Policies Governing AI Use By College Admissions Offices ...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
AI governance isn’t just a U.S. challenge, it’s a global one. Leaders around the world are debating how to keep up with the rapidly-developing technology. We’re all in this together. That’s underscored by our SHAPE AI work being cited in a column in the Ecuadorian newspaper Diario Espreso.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
She emphasized the need for a student-centered approach to AI policies, saying, “If we're going to support AI, it's going to have to be responsible. We have to prepare institutions of higher education to leverage AI to create opportunities, not widen gaps.” www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWeI...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Rep. Bonamici joined Student Defense on Capitol Hill for the formal release of our new report, “Students at Stake: Risks of AI Deployment in Higher Education.”
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
“Technology and innovation must move forward, but moving forward recklessly without sensible controls is a recipe for chaos. It risks leaving students behind and losing the transparency, accountability, and privacy so valued within the higher education space.” www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOMX...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
At Student Defense’s recent event on AI in higher education, Senator Kim emphasized the importance of establishing safeguards as AI continues to evolve.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This comprehensive report calls on institutions to understand the risks of AI deployment, establish clear guardrails, and ensure strong student protections keep pace with the technology.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Today, Student Defense released “Students at Stake: Risks of AI Deployment in Higher Education.” The report examines the risks students face and warns that colleges and universities are adopting AI faster than they are establishing safeguards.
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New Student Defense Report Warns Rapid AI Adoption in Higher Education is Outpacing Student Protections — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 17, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT press@defendstudents.org New Student Defense Report Warns Rapid AI Adoption in Higher Education is Outpacing Student Protections Wa...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
As Matt Mervis and Liz Radday noted, the findings from our investigation are “another good example of why people are feeling anxiety” around AI in higher education. We’re calling on higher ed institutions to establish clear policies that protect applicants. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...
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ChatEDU: AI in Education
Education Podcast · Video · Updated Weekly · Welcome to ChatEDU: AI in Education, your go-to podcast for insightful discussions on the intersection of AI and education! Hosted by Matt Mervis, Director...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
A recent episode of ChatEDU's podcast featured our recent investigation into AI policies in college admissions offices. We submitted public records requests to institutions across the country, and found that not a single one produced a policy governing AI use in undergraduate admissions.
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ChatEDU: AI in Education
Education Podcast · Video · Updated Weekly · Welcome to ChatEDU: AI in Education, your go-to podcast for insightful discussions on the intersection of AI and education! Hosted by Matt Mervis, Director...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Join us for a special event on Capitol Hill with Sen. Kim and Rep. Bonamici, hosted by Student Defense. On Sept. 17, we will unveil our newest report, which examines the risks students face as AI becomes increasingly embedded across the college experience. RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
On a recent Intelligence for GOOD podcast episode, Aaron Ament discussed why universities need clear governance policies around AI use, including protections for student data, transparency about when AI is being used, and human accountability for decisions affecting students Listen below!
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How AI Is Transforming Higher Education and Student Success
Aaron Ament of Student Defense explains how colleges can use AI responsibly while protecting students, improving support, and preparing graduates for the…
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Colleges and universities – including some of the largest public institutions in America – lack policies governing the use of AI by admissions offices. Colleges and universities need to train admissions office staff about the ethical use of and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
A new report from Student Defense examines whether colleges and universities have policies governing the use of AI in admissions. After submitting public records requests directly to higher education institutions, the records produced and gaps in responses revealed two main findings.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Read more: defendstudents.org/all/shape-ai...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
“Inequities in college recruitment and enrollment practices have limited opportunities for underserved students for decades. Without proper oversight, AI could amplify those behaviors, making them even more harmful for historically disadvantaged students.” — Chris Bryant
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Student Defense’s new guide, the "Dos and Don’ts of AI in College Recruitment & Enrollment,” offers practical guidance and recommendations for how higher ed institutions can use AI responsibly.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
As colleges increasingly adopt AI tools throughout the recruitment and enrollment process, institutions need clear guardrails to ensure these technologies expand opportunity rather than reinforce existing inequities.
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SHAPE AI Initiative Releases Guidance on AI Use In College Recruitment and Enrollment — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 2026 Media Contact: press@defendstudents.org SHAPE AI Initiative Releases Guidance on AI Use In College Recruitment and Enrollment Washington, DC – S...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Read more here: defendstudents.org/all/shape-ai...
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SHAPE AI Initiative Releases Guidance on AI Use In College Recruitment and Enrollment — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 2026 Media Contact: press@defendstudents.org SHAPE AI Initiative Releases Guidance on AI Use In College Recruitment and Enrollment Washington, DC – S...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
As colleges increasingly use AI to recruit and communicate with prospective students, this framework outlines a set of guidelines to help higher education institutions establish guardrails that protect prospective students.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Today, Student Defense released a new guide on the Dos and Don’ts of AI in College Recruitment & Enrollment”
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
New reporting from @theeduledger.bsky.social focuses on the need for higher ed to adopt comprehensive AI policies. The article features our “Dos and Don’ts of AI in College Application Evaluation”: www.theeduledger.com/institutions...
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Higher Ed’s AI Policy Gap Is Wider Than Academic Integrity
As colleges debate student use of AI, an EDU Ledger new poll suggests many institutions still lack clear guardrails for using the technology in admissions, advising, hiring, and student support.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
We are proud our lawsuit helped protect PSLF and the millions of public servants who rely on it.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Last week, a federal court upheld that promise. The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ruled that the Department of Education’s proposed rule to restrict eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program is unlawful.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
The PSLF program was created as a promise from the United States government to its citizens: if you give back to America, America will give back to you.
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Court Strikes Down the Department of Education’s Rule Restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility  — Student Defense
Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights, the American Immigration Council, The Door — A Center of Alternatives, Inc., and the League of United Latin American Citizens Institute, Inc., v....
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
The ruling was in response to our lawsuit filed last November with @publiccitizen.bsky.social on behalf of @kennedyhrc.bsky.social, @immcouncil.org, The Door – A Center of Alternatives, Inc., and @lulacorg.bsky.social Read more about the ruling here: defendstudents.org/all/court-de...
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Court Declares Unlawful the Department of Education’s Rule Restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility  — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JUNE 30, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT press@defendstudents.org   Court Declares Unlawful the Department of Education’s Rule Restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness Elig...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
BREAKING: Today, a federal court struck down the Department of Education’s rule that would restrict eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Read more about our Dos and Don’ts Guide here: defendstudents.org/all/student-...
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Student Defense Releases Guidance on Responsible Use of AI in College Admissions — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2026 Media Contact: press@defendstudents.org Student Defense Releases Guidance on Responsible Use of AI in College Admissions Washington, DC – Student Def...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
As admissions offices increasingly turn to AI tools due to shrinking budgets and a growing number of applications, our guide warns against AI use without proper guardrails and provides a set of recommendations for admissions offices.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
In @usnews.com, Alina Tugend highlights our “Dos and Don’ts of AI in College Application Evaluation” as her latest “EdTech innovation rave.”
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Student Defense submitted five FOIA requests earlier this year, which federal agencies are required by law to respond to within 20 business days. Yet three months later, ED has still not responded.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
NEW: Student Defense sued the Department of Education for failing to release records on its use of AI in rulemaking and in the Federal Student Aid Ombudsman’s office.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Learn more about SHAPE AI and Humanity AI here: defendstudents.org/all/student-...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Our recently released Student AI Bill of Rights provides a framework for higher ed institutions on how to protect students while navigating AI adoption. We are energized by this opportunity to be among the first grantees that Humanity AI is funding.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
This investment will go toward our SHAPE AI Initiative, which brings together top higher education leaders and experts to develop guidance and best practices for AI use at colleges and universities.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Student Defense is one of @Humanity AI’s inaugural group of grantees! Humanity AI is supporting a diverse group of organizations committed to putting people at the center of AI development.
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Student Defense Receives $500k Investment from Humanity AI to Advance SHAPE AI Work — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT press@defendstudents.org  Student Defense Receives $500k Investment from Humanity AI to Advance SHAPE AI Work Washington, D.C. — Stu...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
We’re proud to be fighting alongside @NEAtoday, @NAACP, and @AFSCME to protect students and families across the country. Read more here: www.politico.com/newsletters/...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
“We are pleased that the court rejected the government’s attempt to dismiss this case and allowed our challenge to move forward. Last week’s decision allows for the case to proceed and hold the administration to account for its unlawful efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.”
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
@neatoday.bsky.social President Becky Pringle responded to the ruling
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
NEW: A federal judge denied the Trump Administration's motion to dismiss our lawsuit challenging the dismantling of the Department of Education.
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The agency Trump wants to close is hiring
Top leaders at the Education Department have made it known they feel their agency is “unnecessary.” But that’s not keeping them from hiring a lot more people.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
These principles rethink enrollment management practices and promote clearer pricing and student-centered enrollment practices. Learn more: hubs.la/Q04dZd3n0
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Student-Centered Enrollment Management Principles | Strada Education Foundation
Throughout 2025, enrollment management leaders, financial aid administrators, admissions professionals, and student advocates from across higher education came together to develop shared Principles to...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
In partnership with Strada Education Foundation, these Principles were co-led with @aceducation.bsky.social, @aacrao.bsky.social, National Association for College Admission Counseling, and National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
NEW: Student Defense is proud to support the Student-Centered Enrollment Management Principles, a new initiative to improve price transparency in higher ed.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Research shows that text reminders increase appointment attendance by 50%. These simple, timely reminders can reduce administrative barriers and help more eligible students and families access food benefits.
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
In a memo sent to the state SNAP agency, we argue that “a well-designed text outreach system - especially one that is multilingual, consent-based, and tied to timely action steps - would make SNAP more accessible.”
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
We’re calling for Minnesota to incorporate text message outreach into the SNAP administration process, reducing bureaucratic burdens for eligible recipients.
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Student Defense Calls For Minnesota to Incorporate Text Message Outreach Into SNAP Administration Statewide — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT press@defendstudents.org 303-646-7816 Student Defense Calls For Minnesota to Incorporate Text Message Outreach Into SNAP Administration Sta...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Read more here: defendstudents.org/all/student-defense-calls-for-minnesota-to-incorporate-text-message-outreach-into-snap-administration-statewide
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Student Defense Calls For Minnesota to Incorporate Text Message Outreach Into SNAP Administration Statewide — Student Defense
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT press@defendstudents.org 303-646-7816 Student Defense Calls For Minnesota to Incorporate Text Message Outreach Into SNAP Administration Sta...
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Student Defense @studentdefense.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
“This is a straightforward way to help more Minnesotans and college students access food benefits, which could have a profound impact on college completion in the state,” said Laura Bart, Student Defense Legal Fellow.
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