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After careful review to ensure a fair and efficient process, yesterday the
U.S. Department of Education unveiled an improved discharge process for
borrower defense to repayment (BDR) claims.
"We have been working to get this right for students since day one," said Secretary Betsy DeVos. "No fraud is acceptable, and students deserve relief if the school they attended acted dishonestly. This improved process will allow claims to be adjudicated quickly and harmed students to be treated fairly. It also protects taxpayers from being forced to shoulder massive costs that may be unjustified."
For pending claims, no changes were made to the existing approval criteria. Claims that previously would have been approved will still be approved today. However, rather than taking an "all or nothing" approach to discharge, the improved process will provide tiers of relief to compensate former Corinthian students based on damages incurred.
Click here to read the full press release from the US Department of Education. Three months ago, reviews were mixed when U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos announced the imminent rescinding of the Obama administration’s famous 2011 Dear Colleague letter, which provided guidance on Title IX and campus sexual assault and harassment.
On the political left, commentators like Lucia Graves argued that DeVos’s move let colleges off the hook and showed disproportionate concern about false rape accusations. Other writers commended DeVos for attempting to balance public safety with due process. Most colleges and universities adopted a "wait and see" response, leaving in place current Title IX procedures, while also awaiting the Department of Education’s promised revised guidance. Meanwhile, the #metoo movement has, of course, brought issues of sexual assault and harassment into the national limelight to an extent that would have previously seemed unimaginable.
Member Benefits
The inaugural Miller Family Scholarship Competition is launching on January 8, 2018. Applications for the hair and esthetics/makeup scholarships will be accepted through March 5, 2018. Nine scholarship award winners will be announced at the Beauty Changes Lives Experience in Chicago on April 29, 2018. The scholarship program was generously created and funded by the Arnold & Sydell Miller Family Foundation. Sydell and the late Arnold Miller were co-founders of Matrix and lifelong advocates for professional education. Both basic and advanced scholarships will be offered. Visit www.beautychangeslives.org/scholarships to apply, beginning January 8. 
GRC News
Federal Negotiated Rulemaking discussions seeking to revise the gainful employment (as a result of AACS’ successful litigation) and borrower defense to repayment regulations, and the House Committee on Education and the Workforce has completed markup of legislation to reauthorize the Higher Education Act and is preparing for floor consideration early next year!
Given all that is going on, we felt that it was important to host a webinar providing you with a brief into the past, the present, and our future. We have had a productive year, but the outcome of so many things still hands in the balance. Join with us for the latest on where everything stands, what your GRC is doing to prepare for the year ahead, and what you can do to get involved. Click here to register now! Member Events
In 2018, we will endeavor to enlighten ourselves and others, enrich our staffs and students, and elevate our schools and industry. More details and registration will be available soon – visit beautyschools.org/2018 to stay up to date on our 2018 Events and Conferences.
2018 AACS Annual Convention & Expo ELEVATE: Today’s Vision, Tomorrow’s Legacy October 19-22, 2018 Orlando, FL – Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Save the Date for the 2018 Annual Convention & Expo. Next fall, industry leaders will meet in Orlando, FL to hold our yearly Membership Meeting and lay the groundwork for 2019. The 2018 Annual Convention is all about elevating the beauty and wellness education community. We will work together to define our vision and legacy as an association.
Members in the News
Don’t forget to renew your AACS Membership for 2018! Effective January 1, 2018 we will be increasing our membership dues. Renew soon to take advantage of 2017 pricing! You can even renew online for added convenience.
AACS is transitioning from our historic October 1 – September 30 membership year, and aligning with the January 1 – December 31 fiscal year. Your renewed 2018 Membership will be based on 15 months, keeping you in good standing until December 31, 2018.
If you have any questions, or would like to submit your payment over the phone, please contact Linda Williams or Glen Fernandez or call 800.831.1086 for more details.
The ACE Grant Program is a marketing tool available only to AACS Members aimed at increasing your student enrollment. When your school pledges a tuition discount of $500-$1000 to eligible students, AACS will send you daily leads with prospective student names, phone numbers and email addresses. This complimentary program is promoted through different mediums including newspapers, magazines, internet, salons, high school counselors, and other industry partners. This small recruitment cost can produce a steady stream of students who may have never found your school otherwise. For more information or to enroll in the ACE Grant Program, contact Glen Fernandez at glen@beautyschools.org.
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