Highest Ed Podcast

<p>In our first episode, we dive into the debate surrounding the University of Michigan’s recent announcement of a Pass/Fail grading system for first‑semester students in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. <br/><br/>We explore why the policy was introduced, how it connects to mental health and academic preparedness, and what it might mean for student retention and student success.<br/><br/>We discuss:</p>merits and drawbacks of the policypersonal stories from our own first‑year experiencesinstitutional implications and the need for bold experimentation in higher education<br/><br/>