The courts are slowly clarifying universities’ duty of care
Wonkhe
JANUARY 15, 2025
A High Court ruling could have significant implications for disabled students seeking reasonable adjustments from their university.
Wonkhe
JANUARY 15, 2025
A High Court ruling could have significant implications for disabled students seeking reasonable adjustments from their university.
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 15, 2025
If passed by the Legislature, New York residents ages 25 to 55 could study for free if they enroll in certain high-demand programs.
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Wonkhe
JANUARY 11, 2025
Plymouth Marjon vice chancellor Claire Taylor ponders what it would take for different universities to overcome their competitive interests to usher in a new era of mutual advocacy
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 10, 2025
The state’s comptroller and two state lawmakers are scheduled to speak at an event calling for the General Assembly to strip the institution of state funds.
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The article addresses the Social Change Model of Leadership Development. It elucidates the SMC background, key assumptions, and the main pillars of the model to form a a change agent who could be helpful with institutional in-service delivery.
Higher Ed Data Stories
JANUARY 16, 2025
I'm not sure where to begin on this one, so let's veer off topic a bit. I've decided I'll likely be phasing out Higher Ed Data Stories in the near future as I go into retirement and start my new venture , which is soft launched but not officially open for business. When I do, I'll be posting regularly on my blog over there , but won't be putting everything out on the web for free, as I've been doing on this site.
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 11, 2025
Denied Vote on Pro-BDS Resolution, MLA Convention Attendees Protest Ryan Quinn Sat, 01/11/2025 - 06:40 PM The backlash continues to the Modern Language Association Executive Councils fall decision not to let members vote on a pro-Palestinian resolution.
University Leadership Central brings together the best content for university leaders and administrators from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 10, 2025
The results show an “alarming erosion” of faculty rights, according to the head of the American Association of Colleges and Universities.
The PIE News
JANUARY 10, 2025
As per a recent report by the British Council, there are some significant highlights concerning international students and Vietnamese higher education institutions in these decisions. Vietnam aims to increase the proportion of international students in the country to 1.5% (currently 0.5%) and raise the number of Vietnamese universities in the global top 500 rankings (currently none) and the top 200 of Asian ranking systems (currently four).
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 13, 2025
Ten colleges will launch integrated majors, which combine two existing degrees into one, to see if they lead to increased diversity and skill sets suited to the 21st century. As the director of first-year writing at a midsize public university, Melanie Gagich doesnt know a ton about computer science. But when her institution invited faculty to propose new programs combining two existing majors, she and another writing instructor felt that English and computer science would be a perfect fit.
The Berkeley Blog
JANUARY 11, 2025
In addition to his work as a theorist, the Computer Science Division chair has also launched accessible, international coding programs and advocated for high quality public STEM education in California. The post Jelani Nelson uses computer science tools to replicate human thought appeared first on Berkeley News.
Wonkhe
JANUARY 10, 2025
This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to an old, old university This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to an old, old university
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 10, 2025
A Philadelphia real estate player and area theater nonprofit are among the first buyers to step up for the closed arts college’s iconic properties.
HEPI
JANUARY 12, 2025
It’s not too late to register for HEPI’s events this week: ‘ Earning and learning: What’s the reality for today’s students? ‘ webinar with Advance HE at 10am, Tuesday 14 January and ‘ Who Pays? Exploring Fairer Funding Models for Higher Education ‘ Symposium at Birkbeck, Thursday 16 January 10am to 5pm.
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 16, 2025
Texas A&M Pulls Out of Event Rufo Described as Racial Segregation Ryan Quinn Thu, 01/16/2025 - 03:00 AM The national conservative activist wrote on social media that a student recruiting conference violates the states DEI ban because it excludes whites and Asians. Governor Abbott then threatened to fire the A&M president.
The Berkeley Blog
JANUARY 10, 2025
As a series of historic fires continue to burn in L.A., scholars offer insight into their causes and fallout. The post Health, housing and the path ahead: UC Berkeley researchers on the Los Angeles fires appeared first on Berkeley News.
Wonkhe
JANUARY 14, 2025
Zoe Tornsey interrogates the concepts of leadership and management to explore how they can drive meaningful change towards inclusivity for disabled researchers in HE
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 13, 2025
Both unions include chapters representing college workers and graduate students and frequently partner with the American Federation of Teachers.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JANUARY 11, 2025
Colleges and universities across the country are preparing to celebrate the legacy of a civil rights icon who championed integration and transformed Americas Rev. Dr. Forrest M. Pritchett racial landscape. Every third Monday in January, millions of Americans pay homage to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and this year is no different. In fact, some college leaders say that with the continued attack on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, now is the time more than ever to remember Kings contr
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 13, 2025
U.S. under secretary of education James Kvaal reflects on last years difficult FAFSA rollout and whats ahead. As millions of families have already learned, this years Free Application for Federal Student Aid may be the easiest ever. Many people complete it in 15minutes or less. Families who need help connect to our call center quickly. In the first six weeks of availability, 3.5million students have already submitted their forms.
The PIE News
JANUARY 13, 2025
The videos, which are being released over the course of the week beginning on January 13, offer international students experiences of accommodation, transport, employability and work opportunities, and a day in the life of a student in London. We want prospective students to have a true, unfiltered understanding of what it means to study and live in London, and what better way to do this, than speak to Londons existing students?
Wonkhe
JANUARY 13, 2025
The Access to HE diploma is a superb tool for widening participation.
The Berkeley Blog
JANUARY 14, 2025
UC Berkeley's Dave Jones, the former insurance commissioner of California, explains the stakes of the current wildfire emergency and what might happen next. The post What’s next for home insurance in California after the Los Angeles fires? appeared first on Berkeley News.
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 14, 2025
The University of Florida spent $24million to upgrade its supercomputer, which is one of the fastest machines in the world and gives Florida researchers access to a tool most academics dont have. Far from the high-profile tech hubs on the West Coast, a college town in north Floridas swamplands is pushing forward to distinguish itself as an AI research destination.
FIRE
JANUARY 15, 2025
A Mississippi college fired a professor for using his faculty email to share an opinion about the 2024 election, cites a made up policy violation and then adds a new violation.
Wonkhe
JANUARY 15, 2025
The government has set out its plan to partially repeal the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act.
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 13, 2025
A methodology error resulted in an undercount of first-year students and an overcount of dual enrollees, the research center’s executive director said.
Educause
JANUARY 13, 2025
Given the widespread impacts of generative AI, looking at this technology through the lens of autonomy can help equip students for the workplaces of the present and of the future, while ensuring academic integrity for both students and instructors.
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 13, 2025
Freshman enrollment did not decline this fall, as previously reported in the National Student Clearinghouse Research Centers annual enrollment report in October. On Monday, the NSC acknowledged that a methodological error led to a major misrepresentation of first-year enrollment trends, and that first-year enrollment appears to have increased.
The PIE News
JANUARY 10, 2025
A renewed strategy presents a significant opportunity for the UK to enhance and protect its reputation as a leading education destination, but threats remain that must be addressed. Sector leaders gathered at the QS Reimagine Education Summit in London to address the challenges in UK higher education and propose policy and rhetoric reforms. “Were in an extremely interesting but difficult policy environment for international education,” said Jamie Arrowsmith, director of Universities
Wonkhe
JANUARY 16, 2025
This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to west Wales This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to west Wales
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 15, 2025
Attorney General Michelle Henry said Temple University's bid should take priority over a $6.5 million offer from a Philadelphia real estate developer.
The Berkeley Blog
JANUARY 11, 2025
UC Berkeley researchers have created a new manufacturing technique that could revolutionize how antennas are made and open new design possibilities. The post Engineers 3D print tiny, intricate antennas appeared first on Berkeley News.
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 10, 2025
President Carter: Champion of HBCUs Elizabeth Redden Fri, 01/10/2025 - 03:00 AM The 39th president played a critical role in saving and modernizing Black colleges, Cheryl E. Mango writes. Byline(s) Cheryl E.
University Business
JANUARY 14, 2025
The key to unlocking student engagement and success may have as much to do with how faculty curate a successful social-emotional learning environment as their ability to instruct, says Karen G. Foley, president and CEO of JPA Chicago, a mental health nonprofit, on “The University Business Podcast.” However, before faculty can cultivate deeper connections with their students, they must first help themselves. “We oftentimes don’t think much about training with adults on soc
Wonkhe
JANUARY 12, 2025
It's surprisingly hard to see where students are registered on courses at one provider, taught at another, and physically located at a third.
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 14, 2025
The Senate has introduced companion legislation, though the proposal may have a tough time overcoming the chamber’s filibuster rule.
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