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Explore our tracker of the colleges and universities that have frozen hiring, rescinded student offer letters, and laid off staff due to federal cuts.
May 7, 2025
Did Elon Musk Go to College?
The SpaceX and Tesla CEO is currently leading government efficiency in the second Trump administration. Musk holds two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Pennsylvania.
May 7, 2025
Where Did Pete Hegseth Go to College?
The former Fox News host and current secretary of defense graduated from Princeton University in 2003 with a bachelor's degree in politics.
May 7, 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.
May 7, 2025
University of Maryland Launches Free Online AI Skills Certificate
The free skills program, offered through the Robert H. Smith School of Business, is designed for working professionals seeking a career transition to the private sector.
May 6, 2025
