Education is a cornerstone of society, shaping future generations and sustaining public trust. But unethical practices within higher education are eroding that trust at the exact moment universities face an unprecedented enrollment cliff. The “enrollment cliff” refers to the sharp decline in high-school graduates projected to begin around 2025–2026. With fewer students to recruit, public confidence is no longer optional—it’s survival.

Burdened: Student Debt and the Making of an American Crisis. by Ryann Liebenthal Student loan debt disproportionately affects women and...