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Marist College Announces Historic Transition to University Status

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The institution has gained recognition for its blend of liberal arts and pre-professional programs, Division I athletics, and internationally acclaimed study abroad programs, which were recently ranked No. The timing of the transition is particularly meaningful as Marist approaches its centennial in 2029.

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The Administrative Overhaul of New College of Florida

Inside Higher Ed

The Administrative Overhaul of New College of Florida Josh Moody Tue, 09/19/2023 - 03:00 AM Since February, Florida’s public liberal arts college has hired numerous employees with little or no experience in higher education but deep ties to the Republican Party. Byline(s) Josh Moody

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A Pioneer for Change - Dr. Brittany Williams

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Title: Assistant Professor of Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration, University of Vermont Tenured: No Age: 34 Education: B.A. in Interdisciplinary Arts from Hampshire College; M.A. in Sociology of Education with a policy concentration; Teachers College Columbia University; and Ph.D.

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Marymount Eliminates Liberal Arts Degrees

Inside Higher Ed

The board of Marymount University, in Virginia, voted unanimously to eliminate 10 programs, mostly in the liberal arts, on Friday. The vote eliminated majors in art, economics, English, history, mathematics, philosophy, secondary education, sociology, and theology and religious studies, and an M.A. Hide by line?:

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Marymount Plans to Cut Many Liberal Arts Programs

Inside Higher Ed

Marymount University, in Virginia, is planning to cut many of its liberal arts programs, citing low enrollments, ARLnow reported. “These majors are a vital part of a well-rounded education, providing students with a deep understanding of culture, history, and the human experience. There is strong opposition to the plans.

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The college closings of 2024—and what lies beyond

University Business

Chances are closings will continue to uptick as higher education braces for the expected demographic cliff. The pandemic occurs, steepening downward trending enrollment and shortening administrators window to adjust operational strategy. Centuries of serving higher education erased. Lower enrollment breeds lower tuition revenue.

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Is this the first college closing announced in 2025?

University Business

Despite the collaborative efforts of the entire Northland family, we no longer have the resources needed to navigate the economic and demographic storms endangering small, liberal arts institutions today, said Ted Bristol, chair of the college’s board of trustees. Centuries of serving higher education erased.