Mon.Mar 31, 2025

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Kim Siegenthaler Wants Higher Ed to Focus on Learner Pathways

MindMax

Kim Siegenthaler, former Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Strategy and Operations at CUNY, joins Lee Maxey to discuss how higher education can better connect with industry and government to support learner pathways. With 25 institutions under the CUNY umbrella, Siegenthaler emphasizes the importance of collaboration in building seamless transitions between credentials, degrees, and careers.

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Scholars at AABHE Conference Discuss Strategic Responses to Anti-DEI Legislation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Sylvester James (Jim) Gates, Jr. received the Dr. John Hope Franklin Award presented by Diverse at this year's AABHE conference. College and university administrators should be strategic about how they respond to government attempts to root out diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) on campus. Thats what a bevy of scholars told attendees who gathered at the annual conference of the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education.

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Ohio and Kentucky enact laws banning DEI at public colleges

Higher Ed Dive

Conservative lawmakers in both states successfully pushed through the bills after failed attempts in previous years.

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Language educators face AI revolution head-on at Eaquals 2025

The PIE News

Almost 300 professionals from 25 countries around the world gathered in Malta to discuss the pressing issues shaping language education today. One of the main challenges and opportunities facing members is AI, a topic that was clearly front of mind for many attendees. AI dominated sessions, with speakers reinforcing that it is no longer a futuristic concept but an active force shaping classrooms today.

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Navigating Higher Ed’s Tech & Budget Crunch: Yes, You Can Survive

As Higher Ed institutions continue struggling with budget constraints and enrollment pressures, making smart decisions about technology is crucial. How do institutions enhance data security, optimize their tech stack and engage students effectively…all while managing limited resources? Bret Ingerman, former Vice President for Information Technology at Tallahassee State College, digs into these conundrums, exploring how Pathify offers solutions to enhance student engagement while giving instituti

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UK academics accuse their union of discrimination over gender-critical film

The Guardian - Higher Education

Documents before tribunal say UCU branch asked Edinburgh University to cancel screening of Adult Human Female Two academics behind a gender-critical film have taken legal action against their union, accusing it of discrimination and harassment after it campaigned on social media to stop the documentary being screened. Deirdre ONeill, a senior lecturer in film studies at the University of Hertfordshire, and Michael Wayne, a professor of media and film studies at Brunel University, describe Adult

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Italian unis set to strengthen TNE initiatives in India

The PIE News

Italy sees significant opportunities in such initiatives but we are currently [looking] at legal aspects to work out a little more recognition, Ledda told The PIE News, when asked about the possibility of Italian universities having an institutional presence in India. Though Istituto Marangoni has an active campus in Mumbai and is considering a Delhi expansion, and Domus Academy is exploring similar initiatives in India, there is a broader push for diverse institutions to cater to Indian student

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IGA: What Is It, and How Are Universities Using It?

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

In January 2025, PowerSchools student information system was hacked, exposing the names, addresses and other information of more than tens of millions of schoolchildren and their parents. Private assessments of the hack show the company failed to take basic steps to protect students data [and] found no evidence that the hackers used malware or found a backdoor into PowerSchools systems, NBC News reported.

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Contribution & Collaboration

ACRLog

Somehow, when the ACRL conference organizers were picking dates for their 2025 biennial conference, they didnt consider that it falls at the same time as my kids schools Spring Break. I live in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada and although this years conference is just south of my city, beyond the 49 th parallel, in Minneapolis, I just cant make it work with my schedule.

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Holistic campus design strategies to combat loneliness 

University Business

Loneliness among college students has reached an alarming rate, and its impact is reverberating across academic performance and cognitive health. As universities grapple with the growing mental health crisis, it has become increasingly clear that campus environments themselves must be part of the solution. Studies show that since 2010, students have experienced unprecedented rises in anxiety, isolation, and depression, and the COVID-19 pandemic only intensified these issues.

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Breaking down silos for a brighter future: why collaboration is key to quality international education

The PIE News

Dedicated educators, administrators, and leaders around the globe toil tirelessly, using their voices and platforms to generate positive change in their institutions and communities. Still, progress in key areas continues to be hindered by shifts in policy and sentiment, the politicisation of student mobility, and the amplification of discourse and action that seeks to divide.

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Understanding the Social Change Model of Leadership (SCM): Igniting Students’ Academic Development P

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.

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DEI Will Continue at His School, U. of Mich. Dean Says in Since-Deleted Post

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Katherine Mangan A spokesperson said after a talk with administrators, Carlos F. Jackson, who oversees the School of Art & Design, will issue a new statement to "clear up any confusion.

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Villanova and Rosemont Announce Merger, Smaller Catholic Institution to Be Absorbed by 2028

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In what officials describe as a response to "the changing higher education landscape," Rosemont College and Villanova University have announced a merger agreement that will eventually see the smaller Catholic institution absorbed into its larger neighbor on Philadelphia's Main Line. The merger, which begins its first phase in 2027, will ultimately transform Rosemont College into "Villanova University, Rosemont Campus" by 2028.

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Higher Education Inquirer continues to generate an international audience

Higher Education Inquirer

HEI continues to generate a strong international audience. While a substantial portion of our viewers are from the US, we have people (and bots) from across the globe reading our articles and Youtube posts. Our coverage lately, on the revocation of student visas, and of deportations, is particularly important for international students, particularly those who are concerned about US intervention in the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America.

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A Deep Dive into MindTap for Anatomy and Physiology: Now With Visible Body

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 3 minutes Students taking Anatomy and Physiology have many challenging and complex topics to navigate through. Some of the common areas where they may struggle include concept visualization, term memorization and learning how to apply their critical thinking skills within a real-world clinical setting. Lets explore MindTap for Elizabeth Cos A&P and examine its suite of interactive features that improve engagement and comprehension, including Visible Body activities, author conc

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Teachers need support to understand what’s needed in the UCAS personal statement

HEPI

Dr Tom Fryer is Lecturer in Education, University of Manchester; Anna Burchfiel is a PhD Researcher at the University of West of England; Dr Matt Griffin is Programme Manager at Causeway Education; Dr Sam Holmes is CEO at Causeway Education; and Professor Steven Jones is Professor of Education at the University of Manchester. Our recent paper found substantial misalignment between state-school teachers and university admissions staff on what makes a high-quality UCAS personal statement.

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Yes, Students Still Want to Go to College

Inside Higher Ed

Yes, Students Still Want to Go to College Elizabeth Redden Mon, 03/31/2025 - 03:00 AM Despite the doom and gloom, the data shows strong demand from students for collegelets help them get there, Bill DeBaun writes.

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

Higher Education Inquirer

In the dystopian world of Severance , employees undergo a controversial procedure that separates their work lives from their personal lives, creating a chillingly compartmentalized existence. While this premise seems far-fetched, the shows underlying critique of institutional control, bureaucratic systems, and dehumanizing workplace environments mirrors certain aspects of U.S. higher education administration.

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Report: 6 in 10 LGBTQ Texas Students Said They Were Negatively Impacted by DEI Ban

Inside Higher Ed

Report: 6 in 10 LGBTQ Texas Students Said They Were Negatively Impacted by DEI Ban Johanna Alonso Mon, 03/31/2025 - 03:00 AM As DEI bans take hold nationwide, interviews with Texas college students and employees offer some hints about what could be on the horizon for universities and students across the country.

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No need to apply: Cal State is automatically admitting high school students with good grades

University Business

More than 17,400 high school seniors last fall got the sweetest news any anxious student can get: Congratulations, because of your high school GPA, youre automatically admitted to one of 10 California State University campuses of your choiceand theyre all relatively affordable. Even with less than a week to go before the campuses wrap their final decisions about whom to admit, a pilot program focusing on Riverside County is already showing that more students have been admitted from the county th

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Report: New College of Florida Fires Chinese Adjunct, Citing Regulations

Inside Higher Ed

New College of Florida fired a Chinese adjunct instructor after he asked why he wasnt being paid and officials replied that they had overlooked regulations prohibiting his employment, according to a Suncoast Searchlight investigation.

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Microsoft Adds New Agentic AI Tools to Security Copilot

Campus Technology

Microsoft has announced a major expansion of its AI-powered cybersecurity platform, introducing a suite of autonomous agents to help organizations counter rising threats and manage the growing complexity of cloud and AI security.

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Colleges Face a Prisoner's Dilemma

The Chronicle of Higher Education

If we don't band together, we'll all get skewered alone. By David Asch If we don't band together, we'll all get skewered alone.

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Digital Education Council Defines 5 Dimensions of AI Literacy

Campus Technology

A recent report from the Digital Education Council, a global community devoted to "revolutionizing the world of education and work through technology and collaboration," provides an AI literacy framework to help higher education institutions equip their constituents with foundational AI competencies.

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A Timeline for Job Search Success

Inside Higher Ed

A Timeline for Job Search Success Elizabeth Redden Mon, 03/31/2025 - 03:00 AM Job searching is a lot like house huntingto be ready to jump on the right opportunity when it arises, youll need to start preparing early, Ashley Brady writes.

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Report: AI Is a Must for Modern Learners

Campus Technology

A new report from VitalSource identifies a growing demand among learners for AI tools, declaring that "AI isn't just a nice-to-have; it's a must.

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Data: Community College Pell Grant Recipients Less Likely to Transfer, Persist

Inside Higher Ed

Data: Community College Pell Grant Recipients Less Likely to Transfer, Persist Ashley Mowreader Mon, 03/31/2025 - 03:00 AM Recent data from the Richmond Federal Reserve finds, across five states, low-income students are less likely to earn a degree or certificate compared to their peers.

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Marketing Dual Enrollment Programs: Your Secret Weapon for Enrollment Growth

Caylor Solutions

Discover why marketing dual enrollment programs boosts enrollment, attracts mission-fit students, and delivers outstanding academic results. The post Marketing Dual Enrollment Programs: Your Secret Weapon for Enrollment Growth appeared first on Caylor Solutions.

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Dartmouth Applications Fall Following Return to Testing

Inside Higher Ed

Dartmouth College received 11percent fewer applications for the Class of 2029 than last year, according to student newspaper The Dartmouth. It was the first year since 2020 that the college required applicants to submit standardized test scores.

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Empowering Institutions with Data

Educause

In this episode, hosts Sophie and Jenay are joined by guests Chad Marchong and Ben Hellar to discuss cultural strategies and practical steps for transforming higher education institutions into data-empowered organizations.

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Protest, Power and the Future of the University

Inside Higher Ed

Protest, Power and the Future of the University mprutter@mit.edu Mon, 03/31/2025 - 03:00 AM Why Gaza became the defining campus flashpoint.

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Ohio Gov. DeWine signs higher ed bill regulating classroom discussion and banning diversity efforts

University Business

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Friday signed into law a massive higher education overhaul to ban diversity efforts, regulate classroom discussion and prohibit faculty strikes, among other things. The law will take effect in 90 days. S.B. 1 will set rules around classroom discussion, create post-tenure reviews, put diversity scholarships at risk, create a retrenchment provision that block unions from negotiating on tenure, shorten university board of trustees terms from nine years down to six years, an

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U.S. Naval Academy Won’t Consider Race in Admissions

Inside Higher Ed

The U.S. Naval Academy will no longer consider an applicants race, ethnicity or sex during the admissions process, The Baltimore Banner reported, citing new court documents.

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Everything Is Political Now

Academe Blog

BY JONATHAN REES My chapter is planning its National Day of Action for Higher Education event on April 17. Up to this point in time, we’ve been tightly focused on organizing to improve faculty salaries, but looking around at the world today the need to broaden our scope seemed clear.

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Postgrad international student interest in US plunges by 40% 

The PIE News

Early 2025 data has revealed declining postgraduate student interest in the US while interest in the UK is on the rise, new StudyPortals research has revealed. While its too early to say definitively that growing interest in the UK is a direct result of declining demand for the US, we are seeing a clear shift in student behaviour, said StudyPortals head of communication, Cara Skikne.

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Harvard University faces $9B federal funding review

Higher Ed Dive

The investigation into the Ivy League institution is the largest yet by the Trump administration’s Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism.