Edu Alliance Journal

APRIL 21, 2025

April 21, 2025, by Dean Hoke : With this profile of Davidson College, I complete the tenth and final entry in my series exploring small colleges across the United States. Curricula Davidson College offers a broad and rigorous liberal arts education, exclusively focused on undergraduate learning.

Liberal Arts

Edu Alliance Journal

MARCH 30, 2025

Small colleges have long played a significant role in shaping American higher education. Thats why Kent Barnds and I, Dean Hoke, created Small College America. Its mission is to present critical discussions at the forefront by interviewing small college higher education leaders, policy experts, and innovators.

College

University Business

JULY 10, 2025

If higher education were a season, it would resemble one of converging chaos—a cycle of earthquakes, wildfires, and unrelenting storms. Higher education institutions and their leaders are experiencing a quiet and cumulative unraveling, reshaping the very fabric of academic life. Political interference in U.S.

Leadership

Edu Alliance Journal

APRIL 14, 2025

April 14, 2025, by Dean Hoke : This profile of Tuskegee University is the ninth in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Background Founded in 1881 by educator Booker T. Washington’s self-help philosophy and has played a pivotal role in African American education for over a century.

Liberal Arts

Edu Alliance Journal

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

February 17, 2025, by Dean Hoke: This profile of Earlham College is the second in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Dr. Paul Sniegowski, a biologist and former dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania, has served as President since August 2024.

Liberal Arts

Edu Alliance Journal

AUGUST 2, 2025

“Guiding Through Change: How Small Colleges Are Responding to New Realities” : A Live Conversation with Three Small College Presidents August 2, 2025, by Dean Hoke: Over the past several months, higher education has experienced an unprecedented wave of transformation. ‘Crisis’ is a common descriptor.

Liberal Arts

Wonkhe

JULY 12, 2025

For many who have experienced or supported foundation year tuition this is a retreat from a proven method for supporting people who have been failed by compulsory schooling in continuing their education.

Policy

Edu Alliance Journal

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Background Established in 1832, Wabash College is a private liberal arts institution dedicated exclusively to undergraduate education for men. The college’s mission emphasizes the development of critical thinking, effective communication, and responsible leadership. The top grade was Harvard A+ and a GPA of 4.50.

Arts And Sciences

Edu Alliance Journal

MAY 5, 2025

May 5, 2025, by Dean Hoke : For years, there have been conversations among many higher education podcasters asking: Why isnt there a podcasting conference just for us? Podcasting in higher education was growing rapidly, but most lacked a community outside of their home institution to network with, share ideas, and be inspired.

Higher Education

Edu Alliance Journal

MARCH 3, 2025

March 3, 2025, by Dean Hoke : This profile of the College of Wooster is the fourth in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Known for its commitment to mentored undergraduate research, Wooster offers a comprehensive liberal arts education in a residential setting. states and 76 countries.

Liberal Arts

Higher Education Inquirer

JULY 2, 2025

Even though there have been longstanding ideological differences across states, higher education leadership was largely insulated against these differences over the last half-century. Given the politics of higher education employees, blue-state jobs may be seen as more desirable.

Higher Education

Edu Alliance Journal

APRIL 7, 2025

April 7, 2025, by Dean Hoke : This profile of Washington and Lee University is the eighth in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Experiential Learning: The unique Spring Term and emphasis on study abroad (60%+ participation) offer high-impact, immersive educational experiences. out of 4.5)

Liberal Arts

Edu Alliance Journal

MAY 19, 2025

May 19, 2025, by Dean Hoke :In my recent blog series and podcast, Small College America , Ive highlighted the essential role small colleges play in the fabric of U.S. higher education. Many are deeply embedded in the towns they serve, providing jobs, educational access, cultural life, and long-term economic opportunity.

College

Edu Alliance Journal

MARCH 17, 2025

March 17, 2025, by Dean Hoke : This profile of Whitman College is the sixth in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Whitman prides itself on a student-to-faculty ratio of 9:1, facilitating personalized education. Dean, along with Kent Barnds, are co-hosts for the podcast series Small College America.

Liberal Arts

Today's Learner

MARCH 17, 2025

Women Educating and Inspiring Generations. And we cant think of a better way to celebrate than by paying tribute to the remarkable women educators who are doing just that. Your commitment to educating and inspiring students doesnt go unnoticed. Before embarking on her decades-long career in higher education, she received her B.A

History

Edu Alliance Journal

JUNE 8, 2025

A Uniquely American Model Under Threat June 8, 2025, by Dean Hoke : Intercollegiate athletics occupy a powerful and unique place in American higher education—something unmatched in any other country. It threatens a distinctively American approach to education, access, and aspiration. million students [6]. References NCAA.

Students

University Business

MAY 5, 2025

Hess has worked in higher education leadership across Oklahoma for over four decades atRogers State College, OSU-Tulsa, and the OSU Center for Health Sciences. His next role is vice chancellor for strategic initiatives for Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education.

Provost

The Change Leader, Inc.

MAY 13, 2025

May 13, 2025 · Episode 259 Confronting the Storm: Resistance to Change and Current Attacks on Higher Education 37 Min · By The Change Leader, Inc. Why is higher ed under attackand how can presidents and boards lead through it without losing purpose, mission, or public trust?

Higher Education

Edu Alliance Journal

MARCH 24, 2025

March 24, 2025, by Dean Hoke: Each small college has something special about it. They established the school in 1923 with minimal funds to provide affordable, quality education for Appalachian students facing economic hardship and limited educational opportunities.

College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 6, 2025

Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy was named president and CEO of AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) in January 2025. She joined AACTE after serving as a distinguished professor and dean of the School of Education at American University (AU) in Washington, D.C., for over eight years.

Higher Education Leadership

SRHE

APRIL 16, 2025

by Robert Perich, Ladina Rageth, Danya He and Maryna Lakhno Higher education is at a crossroads. Across Europe and beyond, higher education institutions (HEIs) face increasing financial constraints, shifting political landscapes, and the growing challenge of digital transformation.

Higher Education

Edu Alliance Journal

JUNE 2, 2025

June 2, 2025, by Dean Hoke : In the ongoing debate about the future of higher education, small colleges are often overlookedyet they are indispensable. These schools are not only educators; they are regional economic engines, community partners, and laboratories for innovation. Read the article here.

College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 17, 2024

Title: Assistant Professor of Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies, School of Education, Howard University Tenured: No Age: 38 Education: B.A., educational leadership and policy, University of Texas at Austin, College of Education Career mentors: Dr. Victor B. Dr. Victor B.

Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 3, 2024

Waded Cruzado The annual award acknowledges the role mentors play in the success of participants in the ACE Fellows Program, which was established in 1965 to help prepare faculty and administrators for senior positions in higher education leadership. Each one was a teacher and I learned from them as much as I gave.

Arts And Sciences

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 23, 2023

Kevin Hamilton Kevin Hamilton has been appointed associate vice chancellor and dean of student belonging. He served as associate dean of students for housing and residence life and civic engagement at DePauw University in Indiana. in higher education leadership from Azusa Pacific University.

Dean Of Students

The Change Leader, Inc.

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

The Changing Face of Higher Ed Part 2: Higher Education Leadership Todays Higher Education leadership is living in a divisive and politicized environment. This blog the second in a series looks at higher education leadership.

Higher Education Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 6, 2023

Lawrence II “I especially look forward to working with the academic deans, department chairs, and the faculty – including them in the decision-making process to move Lincoln University to its next level of preeminence,” Lawrence said. Lawrence has served as vice president for postsecondary education at the Southern Regional Education Board.

Provost

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 13, 2023

Previously, she has been vice president of academic affairs and interim vice president student affairs at Saint Paul College and dean of academic development and services at Chippewa Valley Technical College. “I I am passionate about higher education because it changes lives and strengthens our communities. Raney holds an Ed.D.

Higher Education Leadership

Faculty Focus

JULY 2, 2023

Distance learning is viewed today as a parallel learning modality, and is both valued and entrenched in higher education (Marcus. In today’s fast-paced, constantly-changing education landscape, it can be challenging for educators to stay abreast of the latest developments and trends in their field.

Higher Education

Faculty Focus

JULY 2, 2023

Distance learning is viewed today as a parallel learning modality, and is both valued and entrenched in higher education (Marcus. In today’s fast-paced, constantly-changing education landscape, it can be challenging for educators to stay abreast of the latest developments and trends in their field.

Higher Education

Creatrix Campus

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The Role of Deans in Fostering Innovation in Higher Education: Strategies for Enhancing Teaching and Student Engagement editor Fri, 10/04/2024 - 04:43 Hello Deans, you are crucial in determining how education will develop in the future because you are the designers of your higher ed’s academic vision.

Deans

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The report, titled “Unblocking the Pipeline: Supporting the Retention, Progression and Promotion of Black Early-Career Academics,” was the culmination of a monthslong survey of Black ECAs by the Higher Education Policy Institute, a U.K. think tank. A global problem Dr. Jerlando F.L. This parallels findings in the U.S., academy.

Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

They get additional financial supports such as assistance with fees, stipends each semester, and campus “flex dollars” to spend on food and at the bookstore, says Zelon Crawford, SPS’s senior associate dean of student affairs, who oversees the fellowship program. Graduate and undergraduate degrees are expensive,” Crawford says.

University

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2025

Data has become the cornerstone of decision-making and institutional strategy in today’s higher education landscape. To truly support student success, we must move beyond the metrics and prioritize the human connections that make higher education meaningful. Simply put, data is not enough. Dr. Rebecca L.

Retention

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

At the start of 2020, there was robust availability of online higher education, but no one anticipated that a worldwide pandemic called COVID-19 would soon usher in a new world of distance learning. “The We had some of our colleagues provide advice on using educational technology. Dr. Rebecca S.

Technology

ACRLog

APRIL 11, 2024

Rebecca is the Associate Dean for Learning and Engagement at Penn State University. For now, though, we invite you into conversation with our team as we reconnect with the four pillars of Immersion: information literacy, the educational role of librarians in higher education, leadership, and critical reflection.

Scholarship

University Business

JUNE 28, 2024

Hired Lori Barber – College of Eastern Idaho College of Eastern Ohio President-elect Lori Barber Lori Barber has served as the vice president of academic and student affairs at the College of Eastern Idaho for the past five years; before that, she was the dean of general education. Martin James R. Prezant begins Aug.

Community College