America is navigating an era of uncertainty as we address COVID-19 and prepare for what will likely be the worst recession in generations.

The COVID-19 pandemic will impact every sector of our economy, including higher education. Colleges and students face a coming crisis, and states must do everything within their power to prepare for the struggles ahead and protect the most vulnerable.

There are practical, common-sense steps that state leaders can undertake now to prepare for what’s coming.

Read the full story in The Tennessean, “How Tennessee’s leaders can protect vulnerable veterans in higher education” published September 14, 2020.