... We suspect students and legislators aren’t happy to see state universities raise tuition and fees for the umpteenth year in a row. But as students and their parents scramble for extra nickels and dimes, our distraught lawmakers need only blame themselves. ... It’s also worth noting that the student share of attending a public university will hit an all-time high next year. ... Lawmakers must take some responsibility for the recent hikes and take an active role in curbing them.