Mushtaq Gunja
Host and moderator for the dotEDU public policy podcast from the American Council on Education, guiding conversations on higher education policy and current federal actions.
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Aug 27, 2025 • 52min
Rerun: Reclassifying Higher Ed: Will the New Carnegie Groupings Change the Race for Prestige?
Mushtaq Gunja, the Executive Director of the Carnegie Classification Systems and Senior VP at ACE, joins the hosts to discuss transformative updates to the Carnegie Classifications. They dive into how these changes aim to promote student access and focus on outcomes, possibly reshaping college prestige. The conversation covers the implications for institutions vying for R1 status and the potential shift in funding and accountability. Gunja also reflects on the need for inclusivity in rankings and the broader impact of these new classifications on educational dynamics.
Apr 1, 2025 • 50min
Reclassifying Higher Ed: Will the New Carnegie Groupings Change the Race for Prestige?
Mushtaq Gunja, Executive Director of the Carnegie Classification Systems and Senior Vice President at ACE, leads a critical discussion on the transformative changes to the Carnegie Classifications. He delves into how these new groupings aim to prioritize student access and earnings. The conversation uncovers the potential impact on institutional behavior, funding strategies, and the race for R1 status. Gunja also addresses the challenges of measuring outcomes and the need for clearer metrics to promote equity in higher education.
