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How Severance Mirrors U.S. Higher Education Administration: The Compartmentalization and Bureaucracy of Modern Academia

Higher Education Inquirer

Administrators focus on policies and data, while faculty members concentrate on teaching and research. Despite official policies promoting balance, the pressure to perform can create a culture of burnout, not unlike the invasive control experienced by Severance 's characters.

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Watch for these 5 high-impact trends shaping higher education business in 2025

University Business

From technological advancements to shifting demographics, the landscape is evolving rapidly. The University of Pennsylvania’s Pennovation Center is an example of industry and academia collaborating to provide pathways to commercialization. This years trends underscore the resilience and innovation inherent in higher education.

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Unmasking the complexities of academic work

SRHE

Just about everyone in academia is dealing with some aspect of their lives which affects how they do their work. Informing Policy and Practice: By gaining a deeper understanding of academic work patterns, institutions can develop more effective policies to support their staff and enhance productivity and wellbeing.

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HEI and the Nature of Work

Higher Education Inquirer

It draws attention to issues such as low pay, lack of job security, limited benefits, and the increasing reliance on contingent labor in academia. Impact of Technology on Work: The Higher Education Inquirer examines how technology is changing the nature of work, both within and outside of higher education.

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The Promise and Challenges of AI in Higher Ed

WCET Frontiers

Enjoy the read, Lindsey Downs, WCET Preparing Faculty to work with AI The University of Mississippi is pioneering new approaches to prepare faculty for emerging technologies, like generative AI, in the classroom. Together, we built assignments that asked students to engage generative technologies at different points in their writing process.

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Europe and Africa strengthen research ties in mathematics 

The PIE News

There is a huge need for research expertise on mathematics in academia and business. The new cluster, CoRE-Math, will develop a collaborative PhD program to train mathematics graduates with a key aim of applying their knowledge beyond academia, prioritising innovation and technology to meet societal demands.

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Universities: Guardians of ethical AI?

HEPI

Bias and unfairness in the academic world have been persistent, though emerging technologies have revolutionised how students find information and write assignments, making academic dishonesty more accessible. The panic around AI replacing human effort has calmed as knowledge has grown.