At the University of Memphis, student loan debt among graduates has dropped from 65% in 2018 to just over 52% by 2025—surpassing the school’s own goals. But while fewer students are borrowing, those who still take loans are carrying an average debt load that’s creeping back up to over $26,000. This reveals a deeper challenge: reducing borrower numbers isn’t enough. Students who do borrow are ending up with more debt than intended—even after adjusting for inflation. The university’s progress is real, but the next hurdle is ensuring affordability for all students, not just those who avoid loans.

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Memphis is poised for a major turnaround in the 2026-27 season, according to Blue Ribbon Yearbook, who predict the Tigers will dominate the American Athletic Conference after a rough 13-19 campaign last year. Coach Penny Hardaway has revamped the staff with familiar faces like Tony Madlock and new hires Trevor DeLoach, Sean Mock, and Steve Wright—all bringing valuable conference experience. The roster is almost entirely rebuilt through the transfer portal, featuring nine newcomers including standout Tylik Weeks, projected as Newcomer of the Year and All-Conference First Team. Three local freshmen and international recruit Nemanja Popovic (eligibility pending) add depth, while returning players William Whorton and Julius Thedford could step into bigger roles. Blue Ribbon also ranks Wichita State and North Texas as top contenders, praising Memphis’s elite backcourt and strong frontcourt. The season opens Nov. 2 against Iowa State in South Dakota—setting the stage for a breakout year.

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Student Government President LaDerrick Milton is revamping how students connect with campus leadership, launching QR-code signs and Instagram links to make it easier to submit concerns—especially for busy or graduating students. Housing issues top the priority list, but students also report problems with finances, shuttles, building maintenance, and even Flock license plate readers. While Milton defends the cameras as theft deterrents, he admits he didn’t fully vet privacy concerns before endorsing them—and vows to represent all students fairly. The SGA’s new system aims to streamline support, with a town hall on Sept. 23 at noon to answer questions and hear more voices.

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