Margaret Attridge
Education
- BA Journalism and Government and Politics, University of Maryland, College Park
Expertise
- Higher Education in California
- Student Labor Movements
- Student Activism
- Title IX
- Education Policy
- Student Social Media Trends
- Pop Culture and Higher Education
Maggie Attridge is a news reporter who covers higher education trends in California and beyond. Her reporting focuses on student impact, including student activism, social media trends on campus, and the politics of higher education.
She has led BestCollege’s coverage of pop culture and social media trends in higher education, including a comprehensive list of courses on Taylor Swift offered in colleges.
Her coverage of student protest encampments, reproductive rights on campus, and the 2024 election has been cited by prestigious news outlets, including the New York Times, the Guardian, Politico, and the 19th.
She graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2022 with a BA in journalism and government and politics. She covers what students talk about on social media, and yes, she will see your TikToks.
Read Margaret Attridge's Latest Articles
These Colleges and Universities Are Cutting Costs Over Federal Funding Freezes
Explore our tracker of the colleges and universities that have frozen hiring, rescinded student offer letters, and laid off staff due to federal cuts.
March 28, 2025
How to Become an Addiction Counselor
Addiction counselors support individuals in overcoming substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. Learn more about this career path and the steps to becoming one.
March 25, 2025
A History of Women in Higher Education
Today, women make up the majority of bachelor's degree-holders — a victory that was only made possible after centuries of battling a sexist education system.
March 19, 2025
Trump Lists 9 Demands for Columbia University to Keep Federal Funding
The university must comply with a list of demands including changes in its discipline and admissions policies to maintain a "continued financial relationship" with the government.
March 17, 2025
Best Online Master's in Human Resources Programs of 2025
A master’s degree in human resources can help advance your career. Discover some of the top-ranked online master's in human resources programs.
March 13, 2025
