The U.S. Department of Education plays a vital role in higher education by establishing guidelines for government financial aid, allocating money, monitoring its utilization and promoting equitable access to education. It also manages student loans and encourages research and accountability. In March, President Donald Trump's administration announced major cuts to the Department of Education via numerous executive orders, pledging to lay off half the department's workforce. Colorado State University currently receives over $436 million in annual federal funding. According to CBS, “the agency's workforce is being slashed from 4,133 workers to about 2,183. The reductions include 259 employees who accepted the Trump administration's deferred resignation agreement.” Read the full article on The Collegian website, linked in our bio. Written by Natalee Garcia Collegian File Photo #collegiannews #DEI #fortcollinscolorado #coloradostateuniversity #csucollegian #rmsmc #studentmedia