Legal Education Roundup (Aug 23, 2019)
Recent reports on the future of law schools and legal education.
"Trans Students Are Found Far More Likely Than Others to Suffer From a Host of Psychological Problems," The Chronicle of Higher Education
"Turning Point for Student Loans," Inside Higher Ed
"Study: Talking About Mental Health Reduces Stigma Among Students," Inside Higher Ed
"A University's Online M.B.A. Is Less Expensive — and Purposely Different," Inside Higher Ed
"Want to Pay Off a Student's Debt? At Morehouse, Donors Now Can," The New York Times
"Study: College Presidents Prioritizing Student Mental Health," Inside Higher Ed
"Seeking forgiveness: The dizzying journey for public servants with student debt," The Washington Post
"How Law Schools' Online Classes Are Supporting Rise of 'Virtual Law'," Legaltech News
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