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Philanthropist Donates $2 Million to HBCU Founded by his Great-Grandfather

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The great-grandson of Reverend Charles Allen Stillman the founder of Stillman Collegeahistorically Black institution in Alabama founded in 1876, has made a $2 million donation to the college. Dr. Charles M. Stillman, and his wife Susan, made the gift to support scholarships, faculty development, academic programs, and campus improvements. The endowments growth will help Stillman College maintain its competitive edge and expand opportunities for students to thrive academically and professionall

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“Little known” about UK TNE students, finds HEPI report

The PIE News

There is a need for better public information about UK TNE students to raise their profile and ensure the quality of the education they receive, a report from the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) sets out. The report, written by the University of Reading’s professor of transnational education David Carter, urges for more publicly available data on and an increase in independent surveys of TNE students.

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Declining K-12 enrollment spells trouble for higher education’s future

Higher Ed Dive

Given demographic trends, the sector will likely become more competitive and experience more closures, one consolidation expert argues.

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Q&A with Vanessa Walker, co-author of Major Problems in American History

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 5 minutes We recently had the opportunity to talk with Vanessa Walker , new co-author of “Major Problems in American History, Volume I, 5th edition. In this Q&A, Professor Walker discusses her background, why shes thrilled to be a part of the Major Problems series and what sets this text apart from the crowd. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background.

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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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It’s the higher education Christmas movie and TV guide

Wonkhe

Nothing on the TV? Jim Dickinson rounds up the higher education-themed movies and TV that you probably didn't see in 2024 Nothing on the TV?

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Splashy Hires and Messy Exits in 2024

Inside Higher Ed

Some institutions hired away well-known sitting presidents, while others saw their leaders leave amid difficult and dramatic circumstances. Marked by large-scale campus protests, congressional hearings on antisemitism and waning public trust, 2024 was a hard year for college presidents. As with every year, top leaders came and went. Some garnered more attention than others, either because of who they are or the circumstances surrounding their arrival (or departure).

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What Workloads Higher Education Should (and Shouldn’t) Move to the Cloud

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Higher educations approach to technology can be frustrating at times. The arrival of much-hyped technologies to higher ed is often met with a skeptical side-eye, perhaps some cautious optimism without any action or, at most, a single toe dipped into the pool. Colleges and universities are almost never early adopters of new tools, and even with well-established technologies, higher education often lags behind.

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OfS approves renaming of UCLan and University of Bolton

The PIE News

In two separate hearings published on December 19, the OfS granted approval for the University of Bolton to be renamed the University of Greater Manchester, and for the University of Central Lancaster (UCLan) to become the University of Lancashire. The regulator permitted Bolton becoming the University of Greater Manchesterdespite objections from the University of Manchester that the change would be very confusing and misleading.

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U of Michigan Says DEI Official Fired Over ‘Behavior’ at Protest, Conference

Inside Higher Ed

The New York Times reported that Rachel Dawson was fired after allegedly saying that Jews didnt need her offices diversity services. After that article, the university added that she misbehaved at a protest. The firing of a University of Michigan official has raised questions about who was involved in the decision as well as why exactly the diversity, equity and inclusion leader was shown the door.

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IRCC addresses concerns over document resubmission

The PIE News

Major media outlets, predominantly in India, reported this week that many students in Canada have been asked to resubmit their study permits, visas, and even educational records, including marks and attendance. According to the Times of India , the email caused panic among students, many of whom held valid visas for up to two years. “I was a bit shocked when I received the email.

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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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How Community Colleges Can Simplify the Student Enrollment Process

Liaison International

Key Takeaways: Community colleges play a vital role in addressing enrollment barriers, offering tailored support to first-generation and working students. Proactive strategies, such as early communication, community outreach, and wraparound services like food assistance and mental health support, help students navigate challenges and stay engaged. Leveraging technology like CRM systems and AI tools simplifies the student enrollment process and enhances conversion rates.

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Bridging borders in knowledge: the internationalisation of Chinese social sciences

SRHE

by Mrton Demeter, Manuel Goyanes, Gerg Hl and Xin Xu The dynamics of Chinese social sciences are shifting rapidly. As policies aim to balance domestic priorities with global integration, the interplay between China’s academic output and its international reception highlights critical challenges and opportunities. In a recent study published in Policy Reviews in Higher Education , we analyzed 8,962 publications by the top 500 most productive China-affiliated scholars in Economics, Education

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Higher education postcard: Christ Church, Oxford

Wonkhe

This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag is the closest your correspondent can come to a Christmas card This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag is the closest your correspondent can come to a Christmas card

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Three Pillars of Strategic Planning in Higher Education: A Framework for Building Sustainable Institutions Through Holistic Planning, Alignment, and Stakeholder Engagement

The Change Leader, Inc.

In his latest article, Dr. Drumm McNaughton explores the three pillars of strategic planning in higher education for building institutional sustainability. The article centers around holistic strategic planning, alignment of strategies and structures, and stakeholder engagement - revealing practical insights about transforming institutions through continuous planning and data-driven decision making.

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Audit sheds light on state-issued credit card misuse in the Connecticut college system

Higher Ed Dive

Chancellor Terrence Cheng showed poor judgment when using an institutional credit card to make purchases but didn't violate system policy, the audit found.

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AI and the Mass Production of Academic Research (Ethan Mollick)

Higher Education Inquirer

Two researchers used AI to generate 288 complete academic finance papers predicting stock returns, complete with plausible theoretical frameworks and citations. Each paper looks legitimate and follows academic conventions. They did this to show how easy it now is to mass produce seemingly credible research. A warning about industrialized academic paper generation becoming reality.

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O holy fight: New Hampshire Satanic Temple statue threatened by more than vandals

FIRE

The First Amendment affords equal protection to all holiday displays, from Baphomet to Baby Jesus.

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Florida's Nakedly Ideological Attack on Gen Ed

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Don't be fooled. This is a takeover. By Jeremy C. Young and Amy B. Reid Don't be fooled. This is a takeover.

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Three ways colleges can re-engage adult learners

University Business

The vast majority of postsecondary institutions can no longer rely on a relentless stream of new high school graduates to help them meet their enrollment and budget targets, much less prosper and grow. As institutions look to adapt to scarcity in their traditional enrollment pools and build their financial resilience, they must learn how to compete for and serve adult learners.

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FIRE to Congress: More work needed to protect free speech on college campuses

FIRE

FIRE joined Rep. Murphys annual Campus Free Speech Roundtable to discuss the free speech opportunities and challenges facing colleges.

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Academic Success Tip: Adding a Human Touch to the Virtual Classroom

Inside Higher Ed

Professors looking to build more supportive online learning environments can focus on connection cultivation, trust, personalized communication and community building. Over half (53percent) of U.S. college students were enrolled in at least one online course during the 202223 academic yeara decline from the prior pandemic years but still above pre-pandemic levels (35percent in 201819), according to National Center for Education Statistics data released in January 2024.

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Plagiarism ‘happening all over’ at top US universities: Scholar

University Business

A new book is attempting to hold officials at some of the nations top colleges accountable as concerns over plagiarism among academics at schools like Harvard University mount. Harvard hired an independent panel to investigate its then-president Claudine Gay, who was accused of plagiarism by a political scientist. The allegation involved Gays Ph.D. thesis which led to her appointment as the schools top official.

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Coursera scaled its GenAI catalog with a new course daily in 2024

Coursera blog

By Marni Baker Stein For the second consecutive year, GenAI is the fastest-growing skill on Coursera. To support learners at every level, from beginners to experts, our partners published over 450 courses in 2024, expanding our catalog by 6x. Since the launch of ChatGPT, these courses have amassed over 4 million enrollments. Below is a snapshot of the latest GenAI content launched by leading partners over the past three months.

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What were we reading about higher education in 2024?

HEPI

As 2024 draws to a close, Josh Freeman, Policy Manager, and the HEPI team look back on a remarkable year in higher education policy. We have a fantastic programme of events to look forward to in 2025, which you can read all about here. One of the best things about working at HEPI is that we can take a birds eye view of the sector. Today, we gaze over quite a different policy landscape from the one I wrote about this time last year.

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How Will AI Influence Higher Ed in 2025?

Inside Higher Ed

No one knows for sure, but Inside Higher Ed asked seven experts for their predictions. Two years after generative AI became part of the mainstream lexicon, higher education institutions are still grappling with how to integrate it into their educational missions and campus operations.

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"Best for the Kids": Michael Moe Interviews Former Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos (Ed on the Edge)

Higher Education Inquirer

This interview with GSV's Michael Moe and former Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos reveals commonly held views in edtech circles and trends in US education at all levels. The key words in their free-market ideology are freedom, school choice, and change. DeVos says that the traditional educational system in the US has been unresponsive, adding that all of these changes that she has proposed in education are "best for the kids.

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VICTORY: FIRE lawsuit leads California to halt law penalizing reporters, advocates, and victims who discuss publicly known information about sealed arrest records

FIRE

A federal court today halted enforcement of a California law that officials deployed to suppress journalism about a controversial tech CEO's sealed arrest records.

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Ohio lawmakers approve NIL changes that allow universities to pay student athletes

University Business

As Ohio teams prepare to compete in the College Football Playoff and bowl games, Ohio lawmakers approved legislation to help them compete on the recruiting trail. Early Thursday morning, Ohio lawmakers approved changes that will allow universities to pay student-athletes for their name, image and likeness. NIL allows students to make money from their personal brand in addition to the scholarships that universities provide.

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College faculty are more likely to self-censor now than at the height of McCarthyism

FIRE

New FIRE survey finds censorship is endemic across higher education, and faculty arent speaking up for fear of their jobs.

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See which state is the latest to erase DEI

University Business

The Idaho State Board of Education voted to ban diversity, equity and inclusion, known as DEI, across its public colleges and universities. The ruling goes into effect on June 30. The board, which voted unanimously on Wednesday, barred state institutions from supporting any office, initiative, center or policy related to DEI ideology, a term the resolution defined as any approach that prioritizes identity characteristics over a student’s merit.

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Why Generation Z Gives These Professors Hope

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Todays students are challenging to teach. They can also be inspiring, if you know what makes them tick. By Beth McMurtrie Todays students may be challenging to teach. But they can also be inspiring, if you understand what makes them tick.

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Zenith Prep Academy: Getting Admitted to an Ivy League University

Higher Education Inquirer

Zenith Prep Academy works with your 6 th 12 th grade child to get into an Ivy League / Top 25 university or AT LEAST a tier or 2 better university, or your money back. prior to anyone becoming a client, our admissions counselors spend 3-5 hours getting to know you and your family for FREE. Only 2000 students are accepted per year.

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She Transformed a Land-Grant University. Was There a Cost?

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Waded Cruzado's tenure at Montana State has been lauded as a smashing success. Critics say campus climate has suffered. By Eric Kelderman Waded Cruzado's 15-year tenure at Montana State University has been, by most measures, a smashing success. But some say the campus climate has suffered.

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Idaho State Board of Education Passes Anti-DEI Resolution

Inside Higher Ed

After some back-and-forth among board members and university leaders, the Idaho State Board of Education voted unanimously in favor of a resolution to prohibit central offices, policies, procedures, or initiatives dedicated to DEI ideology at the states public universities.

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Slowing ELT recovery marks “new normal” for the UK  

The PIE News

English UK’s 2024 third quarter report has revealed a 75% recovery of student numbers at English language schools in the UK compared to pre-pandemic figures. Recovery has slowed since the first six months of the year, when 81% was achieved, with waning growth likely to represent new seasonal norms following the pandemic. Overall, we expect 2024 to be on a par with 2023 but not exceed it, said Jodie Gray, chief executive of the English UK , the body representing UK ELT.

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