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Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Wins 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a testament to how community colleges can transform lives and regional economies, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has been named the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation's most prestigious recognition for community colleges. The rural college earned the $700,000 top prize by demonstrating exceptional student outcomes, particularly in graduation rates and economic mobility for graduates.

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3 Steps for Transitioning to Windows 11 Devices

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Oct. 14 is quickly approaching, which means higher education institutions should transition to Windows 11 now to beat Microsofts end-of-support date for Windows 10. While this can seem daunting, theres no need to panic yet. But there should be a sense of urgency to create and implement a device refresh plan. Here are three ways to do just that. 1. Identify Which Devices Need To Be Refreshed Many institutions are already paying for Windows 11 in their Microsoft licensing agreements.

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How an early alert system raised one college’s FAFSA completion

Higher Ed Dive

Letting students know about missing documents makes all the difference, Holyoke Community College officials explained.

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A Logical Gap Behind Attacks on the Humanities

Inside Higher Ed

A Logical Gap Behind Attacks on the Humanities Elizabeth Redden Thu, 04/17/2025 - 03:00 AM Two main arguments are used to attack the humanities. They cant both be true, Katina L. Rogers writes. Byline(s) Katina L.

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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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Limestone University needs $6M to avoid shutdown or going online-only

Higher Ed Dive

The South Carolina nonprofit has been drawing down its endowment while it grapples with lower enrollment and higher costs.

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Reclaiming the Narrative About Critical Race Theory

Inside Higher Ed

Reclaiming the Narrative About Critical Race Theory Katherine Knott Thu, 04/17/2025 - 03:00 AM Aja Martinez and Robert Smith say in a new book that the roots of CRT show that the academic discipline is uniquely American and an extension of the civil rights movement.

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Crisis Communication in Higher Ed: Pepperdine’s Wildfire Response

Caylor Solutions

See how Pepperdine University redefined crisis communication in higher ed by prioritizing safety, faith, and storytelling during the California wildfires. The post Crisis Communication in Higher Ed: Pepperdines Wildfire Response appeared first on Caylor Solutions.

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Will Harvard lose its ability to enroll foreign students?

Higher Ed Dive

Federal officials have ratcheted up the pressure on the Ivy League college since its leadership declined to meet an unprecedented list of ultimatums.

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Taking Grades (Stress) Out of Learning 

Faculty Focus

I found myself sitting in a classroom, staring at a test I couldnt answer. No matter how hard I tried, I couldnt recall learning any of the material. The harder I struggled to remember, the more my anxiety grewuntil I jolted awake, covered in sweat. It was the same nightmare that had haunted me for over a decade. One day, during a casual conversation, a colleaguea psychology professormade an unexpected observation: my experience resembled symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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Georgia Southern and East Georgia State merger gets green light from system board

Higher Ed Dive

The move, part of a nearly 15-year effort to streamline the University System of Georgia, would bring USG’s institution count to 25.

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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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Judge Temporarily Blocks Cuts at Sonoma State

Inside Higher Ed

Judge Temporarily Blocks Cuts at Sonoma State Josh Moody Thu, 04/17/2025 - 03:00 AM A judge issued a temporary restraining order to stop sweeping cuts, finding that the university violated its own policies on winding down academic programs.

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What Revoking Tax-Exempt Status Would Mean for Harvard — and the Rest of Higher Ed

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Eric Kelderman The Internal Revenue Service is considering whether Harvard University violated bans on engaging in political activity. Experts weigh in on the implications.

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Colleges Expand Wellness Offerings for Student Success

Inside Higher Ed

Colleges Expand Wellness Offerings for Student Success Ashley Mowreader Thu, 04/17/2025 - 03:00 AM To address concerns about student health and well-being, institutions are bolstering their campus wellness spaces and services.

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The Destruction of ED General Counsel: "It will be like the Wild West"

Higher Education Inquirer

With the US Department of Education firing 85 of an estimated 95 lawyers in General Counsel, subprime colleges and online program managers will have a field day. According to one industry expert, it could be "like the Wild West," with no oversight over the buying and selling of schools. And that also means that the College Meltdown could get worse even faster than we imagined.

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China Research Spending Outstrips U.S. Despite Faltering Economy

Inside Higher Ed

China Research Spending Outstrips U.S. Despite Faltering Economy sara.custer@in Thu, 04/17/2025 - 03:00 AM Tariffs and further economic barriers only likely to drive spending on science and technology higher, analysts predict, amid hopes innovation can kick-start recovery.

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Buried in Debt, This Small College Says It May Be Headed for Closure

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Alissa Gary and David Jesse South Carolinas Limestone University has for years struggled with enrollment losses and accrued debt, including from the federal government.

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Brown Takes Out $300 Million Loan

Inside Higher Ed

Brown University is borrowing $300million from an unspecified lender, according to a regulatory filinga move that comes as other wealthy universities have tapped the bond market recently.

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Pilots, Principles, and Pop-Ins: A Practical Path to Campus AI

Educause

Smaller institutions are finding creative, values-driven ways to explore artificial intelligence tools. This conversation unpacks how grassroots experimentation can guide responsible innovation.

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2 University System of Georgia Institutions to Merge

Inside Higher Ed

The University of Georgia System Board of Regents voted Tuesday to consolidate East Georgia State College and Georgia Southern University. EGSC will become part of GSU while still retaining its identity, according to a news release.

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CIOs, Coffee, and Chaos: A Day in the Life of Digital Leadership

Campus Technology

For today's higher education chief information officer, strategy collides with surprise and the pace never really slows down.

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2 Killed in Mass Shooting at FSU

Inside Higher Ed

2 Killed in Mass Shooting at FSU Johanna Alonso Thu, 04/17/2025 - 05:52 PM Classes have been canceled through Friday at Florida State University after a campus shooting near the student union around lunchtime Thursday.

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Artificial Intelligence: Lessons Learned from a Graduate-Level Final Exam

Educause

The need for deep student engagement became clear at Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine when a potential academic-integrity issue revealed gaps in its initial approach to artificial intelligence use in the classroom, leading to significant revisions to ensure equitable learning and assessment.

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2 University of Georgia Institutions to Merge

Inside Higher Ed

The University of Georgia System Board of Regents voted Tuesday to consolidate East Georgia State College and Georgia Southern University. EGSC will become part of GSU while still retaining its identity, according to a news release.

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International School of Paphos acquired by Globeducate

The PIE News

Globeducate has officially welcomed the International School of Paphos (ISOP) into its global network. With more than 65 bilingual and international schools and online programs across 11 countries, Globeducate serves over 40,000 students worldwide, delivering globally recognised curricula including the National Curriculum for England and the International Baccalaureate.

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Marcus Caldeira - Soccer, West Virginia University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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Flexing for Students

Inside Higher Ed

Flexing for Students quintina.barne Thu, 04/17/2025 - 03:00 AM Why not flexible transfer for all, not just in crisis? Byline(s) Lara Couturier Heather F.

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From Istanbul to New York: Nejla Gul-Saglam’s Inspiring Path to Education and Empowerment

Coursera blog

When Turkish native Nejla Gul-Saglam began her journey in Computer Programming at Sakarya University, in Turkey, back in 2007, she didnt yet know how many times her dreams would evolveand be tested. Today, as a full-time engineering management professional, mother, and proud 2025 graduate of the Master of Engineering in Engineering Management from CU Boulder, Nejlas story is one of resilience, support, and adaptability in her relentless pursuit to further her education.

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Two Killed in Mass Shooting at FSU

Inside Higher Ed

Two Killed in Mass Shooting at FSU Johanna Alonso Thu, 04/17/2025 - 05:46 PM Classes have been cancelled through Friday at Florida State University after a campus shooting near the student union around lunchtime.

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ASEAN Universities Exhibition Forum 2025

The PIE News

The PIE talks to Novie Tajuddin, CEO of Education Malaysia Global Services at the Asean Universities Exhibiton Forum 2025.

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Executive Branch Actions of Interest to Community Colleges – April 2025

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Executive Branch Actions of Interest to Community Colleges April 2025 The post Executive Branch Actions of Interest to Community Colleges April 2025 first appeared on AACC.

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Executive Director of Graduate and International Admissions and Services, Ball State University

Insight Into Diversity

The post Executive Director of Graduate and International Admissions and Services, Ball State University appeared first on Insight Into Academia.

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AACC/ACCT Joint Letter on Community College Federal Funding Priorities

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AACC/ACCT Joint Letter on Community College Federal Funding Priorities The post AACC/ACCT Joint Letter on Community College Federal Funding Priorities first appeared on AACC.

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Graduate Retention Advising & Specialist, California State University, Northridge

Insight Into Diversity

The post Graduate Retention Advising & Specialist, California State University, Northridge appeared first on Insight Into Academia.

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Accessibility in Technology Acquisition with HECVAT 4

Educause

Following the addition of accessibility questions in 2021, the latest version of the HECVAT implements several important improvements for usability and effectiveness.

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Alumni Engagement Coordinator, The College of New Jersey

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The post Alumni Engagement Coordinator, The College of New Jersey appeared first on Insight Into Academia.