Both Mendoza and Rodriguez had big nights, taking home several awards as college football honored its top players Friday

The Hechinger Report highlights Colorado's move towards skills-based hiring, prioritizing abilities over degrees to boost workforce inclusivity.

Trump is expanding short-term credential programs through the Workforce Pell grant, while the debate over the value of a college degree continues.

Murphy, the former Texas and Duke quarterback, transferred to Oregon State this past offseason. The No. 82 overall player in the 247Sports transfer rankings finished the season with 1,805 passing yards and a touchdown-to-interception ratio of 9-to-8. Murphy completed 58.1% of his passes and Oregon State finished the season 2-10.

There are financial aid resources available in Georgia that can help families make informed decisions, utilize scholarships and grants and reduce reliance on student loans.