What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?

For our 200th and last episode of the What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA? podcast, Dana and Dennis welcomed back David Loverin, David Shook, and Mike Dear to the show.  We had a couple rounds of hot financial aid talk and more to close out our run.   A gigantic THANK YOU goes out to everyone who joined the show, listened to the show, or co-hosted the show.  It would have been impossible to pull this off alone.  We can't wait for our next project, but you'll have to wait until later this year to see what Dennis and Dana come up with.   What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA? has been a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis cover a lot of ground, some of it with seedlings of financial-aid items.  As our second-last show, we previewed our upcoming final show next week taping next week Monday.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Short news day as there wasn't much in the news these past few weeks: FSA update on FAFSA issues, an update aid eligibility for Afghan Arrivals, and request for comments on new info to be asked for on FAFSAs. CSAC Special Alerts about WebGrants access and supplemental Chafee Grant funding. Higher Ed Dive article about understanding who among the 39 million people who dropped out of college have actually returned (so we can get the others to come back, too!). University Business article about how one higher ed person believes we need more colleges.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dennis went through his list of failings of Internet while Dana talked about NBA finals and more sensible things.     Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

New Gnus! FSA posted Volume 5 of the 2022-2023 FSA Handbook. CSAC Special Alerts regarding GSTGP and 2021-2022 year-end reconciliation for Cal Grant and MCS. CSAC Ops memos regarding HS graduation verification and summer term rosters. NASFAA articles about USDE's first Chief Economist and the CFPB taking action against a student loan debt relief company. Inside Higher Ed article about how state higher ed funding rose in 2021. University Business article about Gen Z attitudes towards higher education. "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis go off-roading with multiple topics (including a few regarding financial aid and community colleges).   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

So much news! FSA announcement about draft 2023-2024 FA application materials. CSAC Ops Memo about 2021-2022 Cal Grant C updates. CNN article about loan cancellation for students who attended Corinthian Colleges. Press-Enterprise article about fiscal crisis awaiting community colleges. CNBC article about how students are picking working over going to college. CNBC article about the lost appeal of 4-year colleges for young students. Inside Higher Ed article about the rising numbers of students leaving college before earning their degrees. Chronicle of Higher Ed article about why college costs so much. Hechinger Report article on figuring out the true cost of college. James G Martin Center article about enhancing the value of a college education. Chronicle of Higher Ed article on the short-staffing of FA Offices. "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis do their best to stay out of trouble while talking about the LACCD Culinary Cup, Dennis's vacation, and more.  And, the first official announcement has been made - What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA? will come to a close with episode #200 later this month.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Just your regular news half-hour: FSA DCL on 2022-2023 verification changes. CSAC Special Alert regarding the verification changes notes above. CSAC Special Alert regarding virtual training events in June. CSAC Special Alert regarding 2021-2022 Chafee grant program updates. NASFAA resource page on FAFSA Simplification. NASFAA Pop Quiz regarding SAP. NASFAA article about a new report on protecting student borrowers. NASFAA article about FAO staffing issues. Update on student loan interest rates for 2022-2023. Higher Ed Dive article discussing student loan system reforms. Inside Higher Ed opinion piece on doubling Pell (and more). Attigo offering free training on students and their money, first generation students, and managing workplace stress.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dennis gave a list of books on financial aid, student loans, and higher education that he recommends for ALL to read.   Game of Loans: The Rhetoric and Reality of Student Debt - Beth Akers and Matthew Chingos Making College Pay: An Economist Explains How to Make a Smart Bet on Higher Education - Beth Akers Why Does College cost So Much? - Robert Archibald and David Feldman Redesigning America's Community Colleges: A Clearer Path to Student Success - Thomas Bailey Student Debt: Rhetoric and Realities of Higher Education Financing - Sandy Baum Is College Worth It? - Bill Bennett The Case Against Education: Why the Education System Is a Waste of Time and Money - Bryan Caplan Will College Pay Off? A guide to the Most Important Financial Decision You'll Ever Make - Peter Cappelli Community Colleges as Incubators of Innovation: Unleashing Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Communities and Students - Rebecca Corbin and Ron Thomas (Editors) Crazy U: One Dad's Crash Course in Getting His Kid Into College - Andrew Ferguson Reinventing Financial Aid: Charting a New Course to College Affordability - Andrew Kelly and Sara Goldrick-Rab The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Road Map for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make - Ron Lieber The Art and Science of Student Aid Administration in the 21st Century - Joseph Russo Indentured Students:  How Government Guaranteed Loans Left Generations Drowning in College Debt - Elizabeth Tandy Shermer Indebted: How Families Make College Work at Any Cost - Caitlin Zaloom   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Number 7 of 8 special episodes, focusing on FAFSA Simplification, including a walk back to days before the FAFSA existed.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dennis delved into the topic of student loans - without going too deep on the current waves of discussions going on in the press about potential loan forgiveness.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

A not-that-long rambling by Dennis on the administering of financial aid programs at a college.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Today's topic was an introduction to Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

The third of eight special episodes, covering Professional Judgment.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

The second of eight special episodes, this episode goes into the Magic Formula for determining a student's financial need.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

The first of eight special episodes to make up for missed time while Dennis is on vacation.  Today's episode talks about financial as a concept.  Remember, these special episodes are not definitive guides to financial aid topics, but instead just an introduction to things in the world of financial aid.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

It was a variety half-hour with Dana and Dennis discussing the upcoming LACCD Culinary Cup (go Mission Eagles!) and more.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Not a whole lot of new news out there, but here's what we got: FSA posted Volume 4 for the 2022-2023 FSA Handbook. FSA announced new webinars for their Wednesday Webinar Series running June through September. University Business article on what low FAFSA completion numbers for 2022-2023 may mean for enrollments. NASFAA article and Inside Higher Ed article on efforts to reengage with students who stopped out of college. NASFAA podcast episode addressing the talk on student loan cancellation. FA Director job posting at the International College of Broadcasting in Dayton, Ohio.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

The "normal" Friday show is as normal as any Friday show once Dana is on the scene.  We may have mentioned something about financial aid (maybe some hot talk on PSLF, student loans in general, or such), but there were way too many other ancillary things to talk about before the weekend hits us.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

The first of two episodes we taped on Friday.  So here's the news of the week: FSA reminder that HEERF annual reports are due May 6th (today!). FSA update on a DCL regarding PJ. CSAC Special Alert with new dates for virtual training in May and June. NASFAA news article about Pell for prison education programs. Article at the MarkUp about Facebook collecting data from FAFSA applicants. Higher Ed Dive article about falling FAFSA completion numbers. Cal Matters article about students dropping or stopping out from community colleges. Washington Post article about the value of some college certificate programs. Glendale News Press article announcing the new Glendale Community College Superintendent/President.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Just a regular Friday show taken off the rails as Dennis and Dana had both a lot and a little to talk about.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Just a little news between us: FSA Dear Colleague Letter about requirements to distribute voter registration forms to students. Inside Higher Ed article on the financial aid process, from a parent's perspective. Cal Matters article on the expanded Middle Class Scholarship. Inside Higher Ed article on high school seniors weighing the cost of college against non-academic offerings. Article on whether community college is a good investment. YouTube video from the state Chancellor's Office on the BrewTech program at MiraCosta College. Wall Street Journal article on student loan forgiveness. Another podcast to listen to:  The Higher Ed Shift from CampusLogic.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Taped on Thursday due to a busy Friday, Dennis and Dana again take a single topic and turn it into short rants on other non-related things.  But, we had good "I Dare You To" selections today!   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

What would have been the Tuesday "news" show for the week is being taped on Thursday, and as a shortened one-topic show.  But, we have Dana with us, so shenanigans were certain to be had.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

No Dana doesn't mean no fun!   But, it did mean we had some bonus news coverage today: CSAC had a new Special Alert on LAEP, an Ops Memo on new contact hours for institutions, and an Ops Memo on new 2021-2022 competitive Cal Grant awards. NASFAA posted a book review by an FA person at MSOE. AACRAO has a new book on the basis of FA (that's Financial Aid, everybody). An article about Chick-fil-A and scholarships they've awarded to their employees to go to college.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

A whole lot of news today: FSA update on messaging to students to apply for aid for 2022-2023. NASFAA article on the never-ending student loan "pause." NBC article on a fake college created by ICE. Higher Ed Dive article on how the student affairs workforce has some employee retention issues. Article on whether graduate degrees are worth it. Article on how college degree mandates are hurting workers. CNBC article on the worth of undergraduate degrees. Article on how "college for all" may actually hurt students. Article on how crypto may be affecting college attendance by men.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis were quite the bit off topic today, but they squared up with some hot FAFSA Simplification talk and some useful "I Dare You To" suggestions.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Lots of news today... FSA updates to the FSA Handbook and AVG for both 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. FSA conference update - still virtual in 2022. NASFAA update on upcoming Let's Talk webinars. NASFAA has a book review. CSAC update on virtual training for 2022. CASFAA posted their April calendar of training events. NPR article on the boom in enrollment for skilled trades programs. Cal Matters article on potential increases in aid for students attending private colleges. EdSource article on community colleges eyeing the possibility of adding campus housing (we will further the discussion on this topic in future shows). Cal Matters article on the ever-decreasing enrollment at community colleges.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Gotta run!  I'll update the show notes with links to the many stories I covered!  Should be updated by the weekend!   UPDATED APRIL 6, 2022 - HERE ARE THE LINKS TO OUR NEWS STORIES... NASFAA webinars on demand NASFAA SAI modeling tool EdSource article on student athletes and NIL income Cal Matters article on third attempt to close CalBright FSA update to 2021-2022 FSA Handbook FSA update on final Campus-Based funding for 2022-2023 FSA update on 2022-2023 Pell Grant payment and disbursement schedules FSA announcing upgrades to the Student Aid website EdSource article on community colleges exploring campus housing for students Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Keeping the show short today, Dana and Dennis just discussed the going scene on campus this past week.  But, now that the conference is done, expect us to go back to our normal programming of a Tuesday episode full of news and a Friday episode (possibly recorded early due to staff outages and the Cesar Chavez Day holiday).   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Other than getting sidetracked on coffee talk, tea talk, and music, Dana and Dennis gave a review of the recently-held CCCSFAAA conference.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

A wild show today, with too much talk about wine (let along boxed wine), but balanced with talk about the impending CCCSFAAA conference (next week!).   Due to scheduling difficulties this week, this will be the only episode for the week.  We hope to have two new episodes next week (even with the conference).   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis drifted among topics, including some CCCSFAAA updates, discussions on media and crazy actions of people.   If you're looking for an episode from earlier in the week - we apologize.  Due to time constraints we were unable to record a Tuesday episode this week.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis were all over the place today, talking about coffee, coffee mugs, old-timey computers, hi-res audio, and other things.  And, a brief intro on the keynote speaker for the 2022 CCCSFAAA conference.   Dennis's "I Dare You To Read" selection was From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C Brooks.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

So much news... NASFAA news on the conference, Student Aid Profile, Justin's Altitude, and a job posting. FSA updates on 2021 conference on-demand videos, draft 2023-2024 aid forms, and Pell ACA. CSAC updates on upcoming virtual training events, and their CADAA Boot Camp. Webcast on demographic decline and the impact on colleges. Article about attending community college.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Although we didn't have a Tuesday episode this week (due to time constraints and workload), today's episode should make up for all of this.   Anafe Robinson, CCCSFAAA President, joins us today on the show, talking about spring semester, CCCSFAAA elections and the upcoming conference (we have a keynote speaker!).   And, we had three great "I Dare You To" selections.  Anafe's is for us to read Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader's Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You.  Dana's is for you to Treat Yo Self! And, Dennis's is the book Subscribed: Why the Subscription Model Will Be Your Company's Future - and What to Do About It.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

It's the second week of the semester and D&D (Dana and Dennis) are working on fumes.  Talk about the Super Bowl, team sports, baseball, and a little bit of campus stuff snuck into the conversation today.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Sooooo much newsy news! NASFAA put out a letter supporting continued waiving of verification for 2022-2023, provided a summary of a survey on students getting early aid offers, opened registration for their 2022 virtual conference, and have a short (yet fun) survey for you. CSAC has ops memos on GPA uploading and re-established GPA submissions and special alerts on access awards for foster youth and the new LAEP student employment program. Articles on the College Transparency Act, SAIG software upgrade, students dropping out and staying out, and a new work corps program in California.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

It was the end of the first week of spring classes at LA Mission College.  Forgive us for going off the rails quickly.  Super Bowl talk, CCCSFAAA confab and elections updates, and more.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Just a little bit of news today... Inside Higher Ed article about $115M for California Community Colleges for OER (Open Educational Resources). Reminder that February is Financial Aid Awareness month. FSA releases 2022-2023 Pell Grant payment and disbursement schedules and the list of participating schools. NASFAA's newest Altitude. CASFAA training calendar for February. Yahoo News article on why community college students quit school. Inside Higher Ed article on increases in higher ed spending.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana called out sick, so Dennis was stuck doing a solo Friday show.  As such, it was a short show with multiple CCCSFAAA-related updates and a few thoughts on Tom Brady's retirement, the NFL Pro Bowl, and topical news.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Lots of news today... News from FSA regarding delays in DHS-SAVE processing, 2022-2023 Campus-Based funding levels, and the release of the IRS tax return transcript matrix. And, from the GAO, a report on improvements needed in COVID-19 emergency funding. A CSAC Ops Memo on the new CCC Cal Grant Entitlement program. A Higher Ed Dive article on Secretary Cardona speaking on education (and higher education). NASFAA resources for Financial Aid Awareness month (that's February!). NASFAA book review on The Agile College. A new look on things in the NASFAA Altitude. A job posting for an FA Director at UW Platteville.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis do their best to keep the show on the rails.  We talked about the CCCSFAAA conference, elections, the start of the spring semester, and a big loss to the California financial aid family this week.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Lots of news today, FSA update on use of FAFSA data to inform students about other federal benefit programs. NASFAA article about rescinding of need for ASLA. NASFAA article on new ID.me process at the IRS website, and an announcement on the 2022 NASFAA conference. Forbes article about needed changes in higher education. Napa Valley Register article about how students are leaving money (Pell Grant money) on the table by not applying for financial aid. An interesting article about whether your college degree is a worthy investment. Financial aid job postings for the LACCD, CSU Chico, and UW-Stout (that's in Wisconsin).   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Just a few updates on the CCCSFAAA conference and elections, interspersed with commentary on beverages and other ancillary items.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Lotsa news... FSA updates for the 2021-2022 Handbook, income reporting on FAFSAs, and webinars for the coming months. University Business article about students who stop out then return to college. Higher Ed Dive article on lawsuits to watch in 2022 and another article on student attitudes about attending college. NASFAA article on declining enrollment and a new Altitude posting. PPIC posting about changes in colleges admissions. CC Daily article about short-term credential programs.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

For a show that had no set agenda, Dana and Dennis found much to talk about in the way of higher education, applying to college, and financial aid.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Lotsa news today to kick off 2022: FSA updates on waivers for Title III and V schools, and the FAFSA winter renewal campaign. CSAC Ops Memo reminding all about the March 2nd deadline for Cal Grants. NASFAA updates on a recent OIG report, the biggest news stories from 2021, the new NASFAA Altitudes segment in Today's News, the Beta release of their SAI Modeling Tool, and reporting on the Great Resignation's effect on FA Offices. CASFAA's tax training workshops in January. A Wall Street Journal article about possible collusion among private schools in regards to financial aid offer. A Financial Aid Director job opening near the Frozen Tundra (that's Green Bay!). A NASFAA report on why students leave college made Dennis think about Mark Kantrowitz's new book on who graduates from college (and who doesn't.)   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis are back!  They discussed the holidays, gifts (received and given), and some CCCSFAAA news.   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.

Dana and Dennis share their new year resolutions with listeners.  They are planning for a banner year in 2022!   Find out more about CCCSFAAA at cccsfaaa.org.  Have feedback for Dennis and Dana?  Got a topic you want us to discuss?  Email us at wbcccsfaaa@gmail.com.   "What's Brewing, CCCSFAAA?" is a Studio 1051 production.  Studio 1051 is a creative collaboration of Dennis Schroeder and Dana Yarbrough.   NOTE: This episode was recorded on December 15th so we apologize for not addressing any current national or international issues that arise after our recording session.  Hopefully there is nothing to worry about here.