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
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What is early action vs. early decision? Learn about the benefits of applying to college early and how to decide between these two admission plans.
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Most Affordable Online Master's in Special Education Programs of 2025
Online master’s in special education programs help you gain the skills to work with students with special needs. Learn more about affordable programs.
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Best Online Supply Chain Management Programs of 2025
Are you interested in a degree in supply chain management? Explore top-ranked online programs to begin your career as a supply chain manager.
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Best Online Master's in Early Childhood Education Programs of 2025
An online master’s in early childhood education allows you to continue working while you earn a higher degree.
May 23, 2025
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Explore our tracker of the colleges and universities that have frozen hiring, rescinded student offer letters, and laid off staff due to federal cuts.
May 22, 2025
