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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Much has been written about issues of decolonisation, anti-racism and identity.

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Higher Ed Dive

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Associate and bachelor’s degree holders have similar earnings right after graduation, but the differences widen over time, research finds.

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The Guardian - Higher Education

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Ambitious UK project aims to forecast climate catastrophes using fleets of drones, cosmic ray detection, patterns of plankton blooms and more An ambitious attempt to develop an early warning system for climate tipping points will combine fleets of drones, cosmic ray detection and the patterns of plankton blooms with artificial intelligence and the most detailed computer models to date.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The guidance threatens to pull federal funding from colleges that consider race in any of their programs and policies — not just admissions.

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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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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A child of the Great Depression born into multigenerational poverty in rural Mississippi, Carlton Eddie Gilmer plowed the fields that fed his sisters, seven of whom Dr. Chris Gilmer survived childhood, Ruby to baby Wynette and him their only brother. He quit school in the first grade, could not read or write, and assumed adult responsibilities alongside his parents from the age of seven.

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Higher Ed Dive

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss, an Obama appointee, said the student group failed to show it faced “irreparable harm” without emergency relief.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Val Yates and Carolyn Moir explore how universities can change and adapt across an institution to meet the evolving needs of commuter students.

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University Business

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Higher education institutions are navigating an era of profound change, facing mounting pressure to adopt digital solutions that improve efficiency and meet the expectations of tech-savvy students. Among these tools, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions are essential. CRMs help academic leaders address critical challenges like managing fragmented data, streamlining enrollment processes, and fostering student engagement.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Boston College announced the appointment of Rev. John T. "Jack" Butler, S.J., as its 26th president, marking a significant leadership transition at one of the nation's Rev. John T. "Jack" Butler, S.J. premier Jesuit institutions. Butler, who currently serves as the Haub Vice President for University Mission and Ministry, will succeed William P. Leahy, S.J., when he steps down in summer 2026.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

After Sweeping Anti-DEI Guidance, What Should Colleges Do? Liam Knox Tue, 02/18/2025 - 03:00 AM The Education Department issued a surprise letter over the weekend vastly expanding the scope of the Supreme Courts affirmative action ban. As the dust settles, institutions must decide how to respondand whether to fight back.

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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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The Academic Designer

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

I hope the page ideas help you plan your personal academic website so it feels more like you. 35 ideas for what to share on your professor website.

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Coursera blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

For Sharon Leung, a dedicated healthcare professional with 15 years of experience, the pursuit of an engineering degree might seem a bit off course. However, Sharons commitment to lifelong learning and innovative problem-solving led her to enroll in the online Master of Engineering in Engineering Management program at CU Boulder. With this degree, Sharon is redefining the intersection of healthcare, technology, and business.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A troubling new survey reveals that nearly one-third of American Jewish college students believe faculty members on their campuses have promoted antisemitism or created learning environments hostile to Jews, highlighting growing concerns about discrimination in higher education. The findings, released Wednesday by the American Jewish Committee (AJC) and Hillel International as part of AJC's State of Antisemitism in America 2024 Report, paint a stark picture of Jewish students' experiences on cam

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The University of California Student Associations request to block Department of Government Efficiency staffers from accessing student data at the Department of Education was denied Monday by a federal district judge.

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Campus Technology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Education Design Lab, a nonprofit devoted to designing, prototyping, and testing education-to-workforce models, has announced the inaugural cohort of its Reimagining Community Colleges Design Challenge.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Why Should Faculty Bother With AI? Susan H. Greenberg Tue, 02/18/2025 - 03:00 AM The authors of a book on teaching with artificial intelligence answer our pressing questions about its uses, abuses and future in the classroom.

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Educause

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Burnout among higher education IT professionals has reached an alarming level. Trauma-informed leadership, which prioritizes psychological safety, trust, and empathy, offers a transformative solution.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Academic Success Tip: Challenging Students to Change their Habits Ashley Mowreader Tue, 02/18/2025 - 03:00 AM A professor at the University of Iowa encourages students to adopt new habits or break unhealthy behaviors using a low-stakes assignment.

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Campus Technology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

OpenAI has scrapped plans to release its o3 model, opting instead for a "simplified" product lineup centered on its upcoming GPT-5 product.

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Insight Into Diversity

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Universities across the country are increasingly adopting sensory-friendly spaces to accommodate neurodivergent visitors, including those with ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) or ASD (autism spectrum disorder). These spaces, equipped with features including adaptive furniture, calming elements, and sensory-friendly tools, provide an environment that reduces stress and enhances focus.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Why did no one warn me? I was 25 years old, a second-year master’s student, standing in front of 70-plus undergraduates with my heart pounding and palms sweating. I thought I had prepared well for this moment, yet I felt completely unprepared standing there. Despite knowing my subject, I felt like an imposter in that moment. No one had told me how disorienting the shift could feel, going from student to teacher.

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The PIE News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Stakeholders from French, Malaysian and Welsh institutions set out how their respective countries have welcomed international students from India and set out future plans for educational collaboration. Located to the southeast of India, Malaysias academic partnership with India dates back to the 1990s when Manipal University became one of the first Indian institutions to establish a campus overseas.

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Campus Technology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The National Science Foundation has issued a request for public comment to help define priorities for a new Artificial Intelligence Action Plan.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Introduce yourself in three words or phrases Education entrepreneur. Disruptor. Dad. What do you like most about your job? When families tell us how weve changed their lives. The most common feedback we receive is thank you for giving me my child back. This never gets old. Best work trip/worst work trip? Weve been on some incredible adventures from ski slopes to Spanish race tracks to support our elite athlete students.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Northeastern University has agreed to repay $616,695 of grant money to the National Science Foundation after a federal audit found evidence of financial mismanagement on several of the institutions research projects, The Boston Globe reported.

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The PIE News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The UKs 450-year-old Harrow boarding school has unveiled plans for its first international school in the Middle East, opening a campus on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. The opening of Harrow International School in the UAE is a testament to the strong educational ties between the UK and the UAE and our shared aspiration for academic excellence, said Edward Hobart, British Ambassador to the UAE.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Infographic: Food Support Programs Reach 700,000 College Students Ashley Mowreader Tue, 02/18/2025 - 03:00 AM New data from Swipe Out Hunger finds basic needs programs lack funding to adequately aid all students and provide administrative support.

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The PIE News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The higher education admissions process can be a daunting journey for students, often leaving them feeling like just another face in the crowd. To truly stand out and attract the best and brightest, institutions need to embrace a more personalised approach. By demonstrating genuine care and understanding each students unique needs and aspirations, universities can significantly boost enrolment conversions.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

3 Questions for Joe Diamond, CEO of AllCampus joshua.m.kim@d Tue, 02/18/2025 - 03:00 AM A conversation about universities, companies and online learning.

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Campus Technology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) has weighed in on DeepSeek AIs disruptive debut, warning that the revolutionary AI model is rewriting the rules of AI development. The remarks come as cloud security firm Wiz disclosed a major data leak in DeepSeeks platform, raising concerns about security vulnerabilities in the cutting-edge system.

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Insight Into Diversity

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Rural colleges and universities, once pillars of opportunity for remote communities, are increasingly shedding academic programs and, in some cases, closing their doors altogether. The combination of declining enrollment, financial challenges, and systemic underfunding is impacting the educational landscape for rural students, leaving them with fewer options and fewer pathways to upward mobility.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Why did no one warn me? I was 25 years old, a second-year master’s student, standing in front of 70-plus undergraduates with my heart pounding and palms sweating. I thought I had prepared well for this moment, yet I felt completely unprepared standing there. Despite knowing my subject, I felt like an imposter in that moment. No one had told me how disorienting the shift could feel, going from student to teacher.

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Insight Into Diversity

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Empowering First-Generation Students to Succeed Academic libraries are playing an increasingly critical role in aiding first-generation college students, implementing programs designed to more closely meet their specific needs. Institutions such as Emory University, Earlham College, and Chapman University have developed creative strategies that deliver vital resources and open pathways for achievement.

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Campus Technology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Microsoft has confirmed that its HoloLens mixed reality hardware efforts have officially come to an end.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

As debates over censorship and intellectual freedom in the United States grow louder, a rising tide of Freedom to Read laws has emerged to counteract the escalating implementation of book bans. These lawsadopted by states including New Jersey, Maryland, and Californiaaim to safeguard access to literature in schools and public libraries. While the national conversation often focuses on K-12 education, these measures carry significant implications for higher education institutions, particularly as

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