Higher Ed Data Stories

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Attainment has always been an interesting topic for me, every since I first got stunned into disbelief when I looked at the data over time. Even looking at shorter periods can lead to some revelations that many don't make sense at first. Here is the latest data from NCES, published in the Digest of Education Statistics. Please note that this is for informational purposes only, and I've not even attempted to visualize the standard errors in this data, which vary from state-to-state.

Education 146

Education Degree 146

The Berkeley Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

To avoid unwillingly birthing a baby wasp, flies filched a trick from bacteria The post Fly vs. wasp: Stealing a defense move helps thwart a predator appeared first on Berkeley News.

Environment 100

Environment 100

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Claire Hamshire and Neil Barrett have developed a framework for moving forward incrementally to overcome inertia and make change happen

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325

Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Ivy League institution is rolling out several measures to tackle the deficit over the next five or so years, officials said.

Faculty 279

Faculty University Institution 279

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The great-grandson of Reverend Charles Allen Stillman the founder of Stillman Collegeahistorically Black institution in Alabama founded in 1876, has made a $2 million donation to the college. Dr. Charles M. Stillman, and his wife Susan, made the gift to support scholarships, faculty development, academic programs, and campus improvements. The endowments growth will help Stillman College maintain its competitive edge and expand opportunities for students to thrive academically and professionall

Faculty Development 121

Faculty Development Scholarship Leadership Faculty 121

FIRE

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The First Amendment affords equal protection to all holiday displays, from Baphomet to Baby Jesus.

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144

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Mark Taylor makes the case for a change in the Office for Students regulatory framework to encourage more realistic planning and open the door to better dialogue

Students 304

Students 304

Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Some of the affected colleges had already moved to wind down their diversity, equity and inclusion centers ahead of the unanimous vote.

Education Board 279

Education Board College Equity Inclusivity 279

The Berkeley Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Surviving Neanderthal genes in modern genomes tell a story of thousands of years of interactions The post A new timeline for Neanderthal interbreeding with modern humans appeared first on Berkeley News.

Humanities 143

Humanities Environment 143

The Chronicle of Higher Education

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Jasper Smith Board leaders said the action would force administrators to support all students regardless of their identifying characteristics.

Education Board 139

Education Board Education Administration College 139

FIRE

DECEMBER 19, 2024

FIRE joined Rep. Murphys annual Campus Free Speech Roundtable to discuss the free speech opportunities and challenges facing colleges.

College 132

College 132

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Jim Dickinson assesses the findings of new polling from Belong on students' experiences of and impacts from being at work Jim Dickinson assesses the findings of new polling from Belong on students' experiences of and impacts from being at work

Students 294

Students 294

Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Given demographic trends, the sector will likely become more competitive and experience more closures, one consolidation expert argues.

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The Berkeley Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Join us in looking back on some of 2024s most memorable discoveries from UC research. The post 12 amazing UC discoveries of 2024 appeared first on Berkeley News.

Environment 139

Environment 139

HEPI

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, Josh Freeman, Policy Manager, and the HEPI team look back on a remarkable year in higher education policy. We have a fantastic programme of events to look forward to in 2025, which you can read all about here. One of the best things about working at HEPI is that we can take a birds eye view of the sector. Today, we gaze over quite a different policy landscape from the one I wrote about this time last year.

Higher Education 128

Higher Education Education Policy Disadvantaged 128

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 11, 2024

England's higher education regulator is consulting on a new strategy designed to enable improvement. Debbie McVitty explains the new plan England's higher education regulator is consulting on a new strategy designed to enable improvement.

Higher Education 261

Higher Education Students Education 261

Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Employers should be prepared for potential disruption caused by the rule, attorneys for law firm Fragomen wrote this week.

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The Berkeley Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Kazerooni, a leading expert in robotics and human-machine systems, is known for creating medical exoskeletons that have allowed those who have been paralyzed to stand and walk. The post UC Berkeley engineer Homayoon Kazerooni elected to the National Academy of Inventors appeared first on Berkeley News.

Engineering 131

Engineering Humanities Technology 131

MindMax

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Recruitment isnt just lead generationits the first opportunity for students to connect with someone at the institution. This powerful insight from Marqus Dorame, Director of Recruitment and Enrollment at Arizona Online, captures the essence of his conversation with MindMax CEO Lee Maxey. In their discussion, Dorame shares how Arizona Online leverages a blend of people, process, technology, and culture to meet students where they are.

Advocate 130

Advocate Recruitment Students Humanities 130

The Chronicle of Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Don't be fooled. This is a takeover. By Jeremy C. Young and Amy B. Reid Don't be fooled. This is a takeover.

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123

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Navigating uncertain times requires leadership throughout the organisation.

University 251

University Leadership 251

Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 18, 2024

A finalized plan to pare down and consolidate the private nonprofit’s offerings is meant to “keep our college competitive,” its president said.

Faculty 246

Faculty College 246

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Removing barriers for students to use mental health services is one of the most important goals of college administrations today particularly for students of color and diverse backgrounds. In a recent article , Diverse outlined the various mental health challenges students face today and discussed how educators can offer more effective support. According to the 2023 Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) for returning students and the 2023 Survey of Entering Student Engagement (

Inclusivity 99

Inclusivity Students Community College Model 99

FIRE

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The EXPLORE Act loosens restrictions on how the National Parks Service issues permits for filming on public lands.

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122

The Chronicle of Higher Education

DECEMBER 13, 2024

For communities surrounding small colleges, the losses are more than economic. By Karin Fischer For communities surrounding small institutions, the losses are more than economic.

College 125

College Institution 125

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Everyone wants their learning environment to be flexible, engaging, and supportive.

Environment 209

Environment Institution Students Leadership 209

Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 20, 2024

We’re rounding up recent stories, from an Illinois institution trimming offerings to higher education associations asking to extend a key regulatory deadline.

Degree 233

Degree Higher Education College Institution 233

ACRLog

DECEMBER 20, 2024

If you were to walk into any university library during the last week of finals, some things are slowing down, while others remain. The thick air of stress, anxiety, and dread is slowly dissipating as more and more students depart for the winter break. Outside the reading rooms and study spaces, however, things are barely slowing down for academic library staff as systems and workflows continue to be maintained or, in some instances, ramp up.

Department 96

Department Allocate Faculty Students 96

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 8, 2024

In June 2023, the U. S. Supreme Court struck down race-consciousness in college admissions upending four decades of precedent and reshaping the landscape of higher education (Edelman, 2023, par. 1). This fundamental change reversed thinking about the equal protection clause under the 14th Amendment and galvanized states to reconsider their stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Community College 103

Community College College Leadership Leadership Inclusivity 103

Insight Into Diversity

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) has condemned the recent arrests of NYU faculty members and the measures taken against others during peaceful pro-Palestinian protests on campus. Reports indicate that at least two faculty members were arrested, while three others were declared “personae non grata” without due process, clear reasoning, or adequate notice.

Faculty 94

Faculty Administration College Administration Organization 94

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The tech industry might be able to outspend and outhire academia.

Academia 205

Academia University 205

Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The move is part of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s broader push to create better career pathways for residents, including those who don’t have college diplomas.

Degree 235

Degree College 235

FIRE

DECEMBER 19, 2024

A federal court today halted enforcement of a California law that officials deployed to suppress journalism about a controversial tech CEO's sealed arrest records.

Advocate 116

Advocate 116

Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 20, 2024

AI-Authored Abstracts More Authentic Than Human-Written Ones sara.custer@in Fri, 12/20/2024 - 03:00 AM Higher ratings for AI-authored abstracts should not obscure the need for engaging prose with a human touch, says study co-author.

Humanities 115

Humanities Higher Education Education 115

The PIE News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

According to a DAAD snapshot survey, which included responses from 200 German universities, the country will be home to some 405,000 students in the 2024/25 winter semester, compared to around 380,000 in 2023/34. The number of international first-semester students has also risen to 88,000 this winter semester, compared to around 82,000 last year, the data showed.

Students 107

Students Allocate Degree Achievement 107

Wonkhe

DECEMBER 9, 2024

As the prospect of course or provider closure looms larger, Charlotte Corrish reflects on what student complaints tell us about the practicalities of student transfer

Students 196

Students 196