Richard Davis Jr.

policy analyst, higher ed @newamerica | ΑΦΑ |

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

Student parents are juggling school, caregiving, and work—often while persevering through homelessness.

They deserve more than survival.

This series looks at what change could look like—grounded in data, equity, and lived experience.

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

I don’t use this platform much these days, but wanted to share some work I’ve been proud of since joining @NewAmerica.

I’ve been writing about homelessness among parenting college students, what the data reveals, and what we can do about it. 🧵

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

3️⃣ Parenting Students at For-Profit Colleges Face the Highest Rates of Homelessness

For-profit colleges enroll 1 in 5 student parents—but they provide fewer supports.

NPSAS data shows they have the highest homelessness rates across institution types.

https://t.co/dq9TnUozwu

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

Always a JOY seeing you, Dr. Reed! Your encouragement and belief in student leaders continue to inspire me to pour back into others.

Thank you for all you do to champion the next generation! 💜💚💛
@KimHunterReed

[Kim Hunter Reed @KimHunterReed]

Student leaders getting DC star treatment & we love it Big thanks @RepTroyCarter & @OchsnerHealth Pres November-a former SGA president - for taking so much time visiting with them And special hello to @RichardODavisJr former @oursoutheastern SGA prez now working in DC. 💜💚💛

[Kim Hunter Reed @KimHunterReed]

Student leaders getting DC star treatment & we love it Big thanks @RepTroyCarter & @OchsnerHealth Pres November-a former SGA president - for taking so much time visiting with them And special hello to @RichardODavisJr former @oursoutheastern SGA prez now working in DC. 💜💚💛

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

I’m really looking forward to engaging in this important conversation with @TSCnational!

It’s happening next Thursday, so be sure to register.

[Today's Students Coalition @TSCnational]

A conversation is powerful, so let’s have one about systemic, scalable reforms that can drive meaningful, lasting change.

Join lead authors @AEDukehighered + @RichardODavisJr for a virtual fireside chat moderated by TSC’s @TanyaMAng.

Register today: https://t.co/wc3a9XaAAd

[Today's Students Coalition @TSCnational]

A conversation is powerful, so let’s have one about systemic, scalable reforms that can drive meaningful, lasting change.

Join lead authors @AEDukehighered + @RichardODavisJr for a virtual fireside chat moderated by TSC’s @TanyaMAng.

Register today: https://t.co/wc3a9XaAAd

[RNB RADAR @rnbradar]

Lauryn Hill performs an acoustic version of “Ex-Factor” live in Amsterdam.

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

@BDMWilliams Happy birthday, my friend!! 🥳

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

It’s always exciting when I can help uplift the wonderful work happening in my home state! 💙💛

@LA_Regents, thanks for leaning into this work and always listening to the students. 🙌🏾

[Louisiana Board of Regents @LA_Regents]

Co-written by @AEDukehighered and @oursoutheastern + @LSU alumnus @RichardODavisJr, this report features Louisiana's work with food insecurity, mental health, and housing needs of students.

REPORT: https://t.co/CgTzbKCrYp

#LaProspers

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Everywhere you look, there’s a new adventure! 🌁 #GoldenGateBridge

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"Achievement gaps aren’t about a lack of achievement among our students, but a lack of achievement by us, as a society." - @nhannahjones

Such a powerful and important keynote conversation at the #EdEquityForum2024, led by @chrisnellum.

[really? @re_travion]

“You not tired of watching Kamara score?”

Me:

[adam harris @AdamHSays]

“I have concepts of a plan” is honestly relatable tbh

[𝜗𝜚 @dreamamourx]

luther deserves more flowers

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

@SatraFierce @NewAmericaEd Thank you so much, Satra!!! 🙏🏾

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

Some personal news: I'm thrilled to share that I have joined @NewAmericaEd as a Higher Education Policy Analyst!

I feel so blessed to collaborate with such talented, equity-minded colleagues who share my passion for expanding access and affordability in postsecondary education.

[Richard Davis Jr. @RichardODavisJr]

@MarleinaU @NewAmericaEd Thank you, Marleina!!!!