Attacks on higher ed could portend Southern ‘brain drain,’ AAUP says
Higher Ed Dive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Almost half of surveyed members saw a decline in applications for faculty positions, and more than a quarter reported seeking jobs elsewhere.
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Access to premium AI services is a significant concern for students
Wonkhe
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Those able to fork out for advanced AI tools are at an advantage over those making do with free versions.
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Wittenberg University to cut 5 majors, 40 employees
Higher Ed Dive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The Ohio-based nonprofit is eliminating staff and faculty roles as it tries to balance its budget by fiscal 2027.
Why higher education should care about child poverty, and how to address it
HEPI
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
This HEPI blog was kindly authored by Dr Omar Khan , CEO at TASO , Transforming Access and Student Outcomes in Higher Education. The author is also the Chair of the Board of Trustees of Trust of London. In response to the increasing and persistently high levels of child poverty, the newly elected Labour government has established a child poverty taskforce.
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Brown University trustee resigns over upcoming divestment vote
Higher Ed Dive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Joseph Edelman, a hedge fund manager, called the institution's decision to hold the October vote a "stunning failure of moral leadership.
Students protest after mass failure at UWS
The PIE News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Additional reporting by Polly Nash The students, who each failed a single module in Leading and Managing Business, have claimed they received unfair treatment at the hands of university staff. In emails seen by The PIE News , students complained to the university administration that they had received inconsistent feedback, claiming staff said submissions did not need significant revisions but then when it came to marking, the students failed.
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$1.6 Million Grant Fuels Indigenous Nursing Program
Insight Into Diversity
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Indian Health Service has awarded $1.6 million to the University of Arizona College of Nursing to extend their Indians in Nursing: Career Advancement and Transition Scholars (INCATS) program for another five years. Since its launch, INCATS has assisted 13 Native American students, 10 of whom have completed their studies and advanced in the nursing field.
More Selective Colleges Report Diversity Dip
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The University of Pennsylvania, along with Middlebury, Haverford and Swarthmore Colleges, all reported a drop in the share of students of color in their first-year classes this fall, according to newly re
The Impact of AI in Advancing Accessibility for Learners with Disabilities
Educause
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
AI technology tools hold remarkable promise for providing more accessible, equitable, and inclusive learning experiences for students with disabilities.
Penn Creates New Title VI Center. Will Other Colleges Follow?
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Opening a center to handle shared ancestry complaints such as those alleging antisemitism is the latest signal that colleges are turning to their Title IX playbooks to comply with Title VI.
The Numbers May Be Improving, But There’s a Long Way to Go
Liaison International
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Research data published by National Student Clearinghouse on May 22, 2024 showed some potentially promising news: freshman enrollment nationally was up 3.9% compared to spring 2023. This is encouraging from a national picture. However, many institutions are expressing concern over meeting their upcoming enrollment goals, especially given that the new student enrollments still fall below pre-pandemic levels.
Librarians Want to Adopt AI but Cite Lack of Expertise
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
While only a small number of academic libraries across the globe have joined the growing wave of artificial intelligence adoption, that will likely change over the next year.
Creating Community Around the Class
Faculty Focus
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
At our university’s inaugural faculty-staff research symposium last fall, the two of us met on a drug history and policy panel, and discovered we were both teaching courses on drugs the following semester. What would happen if we connected our courses? Over coffee, we met several times and came up with a list of shared activities and projects, ranging from a student-created pop-up exhibition to a discussion panel on harm reduction that would bring university faculty and staff together with front
Trinity International Education partners with St. Andrews Language Schools
The PIE News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Trinity International Education summer camp provider has announced a new partnership with St. Andrew’s College Language Schools , a Scottish company specialising in summer camps in England and Scotland. “This partnership with St Andrew’s is a real game changer for TIE. “Being able to offer more centres in parts of the UK where we do not operate means the conversation with our partners can continue – no one likes to say “no”, and now we can say “yes” more often,” TIE managing director Mark Cook t
Creating Community Around the Class
Faculty Focus
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
At our university’s inaugural faculty-staff research symposium last fall, the two of us met on a drug history and policy panel, and discovered we were both teaching courses on drugs the following semester. What would happen if we connected our courses? Over coffee, we met several times and came up with a list of shared activities and projects, ranging from a student-created pop-up exhibition to a discussion panel on harm reduction that would bring university faculty and staff together with front
The University Business Podcast: How to turn an evolution into a revolution
University Business
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
No higher education institution can remain static in today’s rapidly changing workforce environment. The next evolution of academic programming, in fact, requires revolution , Ozlem Kilic , inaugural dean of the University of Tennessee’s College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies , says on The University Business Podcast. “As emerging technologies abruptly change the way we live and work, higher ed finds itself in a conundrum,” she says. “We want to educate for t
Our GenAI-Powered Student Assistant Personalizes Learning
Today's Learner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Reading Time: 2 minutes If you haven’t heard, there’s a new assistant in town. We announced the beta launch of our GenAI-powered Student Assistant in August — designed to personalize learning and help students take ownership of their education. You may be asking: How does this work? What about academic integrity? How did you create it, and why now? Let’s start at the beginning.
Malaysia: Major spike in Chinese students in HE and K-12
The PIE News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
According to Education Malaysia, there was a massive spike in students from East Asia in 2023, with a total of 29,195 applications received last year, compared to 23,818 the year before. A staggering 26,627 of them were from China , representing a noticeable increase on 2022 level, when there were 21,975 students from China studying in Malaysia. In comparison, pre-pandemic, there were 14,142 applications from East Asia in 2019.
Math Bridges to a Brighter Future
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Mathematics, often regarded as a daunting subject, can significantly influence a student’s academic trajectory and career options. If one does not believe that they will be successful in a math class, then they can be defeated before they even begin. Regardless of an instructor's talent or the allure of a dynamic curriculum, success hinges not solely on external factors, but also on the learner's mindset.
FIRE to NYU: Last chance to fix free speech issues on campus before accreditor complaint
FIRE
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
A bottom three finish in the free speech rankings and repeated punishment of expression: Something is rotten at New York University.
Exploring new horizons: the rise of non-traditional study abroad in Latin America
The PIE News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
There’s a growing movement toward non-traditional study abroad locations, which often offer students a more cost-effective immersive experience. One region increasingly attracting attention is Latin America, with Guatemala’s historic city of Antigua standing out as a beacon for students seeking something new. At the centre of this shift is Maximo Nivel , an organisation committed to creating meaningful international experiences in the heart of Latin America.
Leaning Into Best Practices
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In 2018, when Dr. Tim Renick took on the role of senior vice president for student success at Georgia State University (GSU), the university’s demographics were rapidly changing. Historically, GSU had been a predominantly white institution (PWI). Dr. Tim Renick “Today, we’re over 80% nonwhite,” says Renick. “We’ve gone through, in a relatively short period of time, a huge shift in demographics.
ATN international alumni thrive in global careers
The PIE News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The Australian Technology Network of Universities has launched its ATN25 Global Graduates series, From Australian Campuses to Global Careers – featuring the stories of six international student alumni from across its member universities. The campaign sees graduates sharing their experiences of studying in Australia and how their education at ATN member universities has helped to propel them into entrepreneurial careers in diverse fields such as telecommunications, sustainability and medicine.
Congressional Black Caucus Kicks Off Annual Legislative Conference
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) kicked off its annual legislative conference this week, focusing on a range of issues that impact higher education. This week, conference-goers will tackle topics including the attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion, affirmative action and the looming student debt crisis. "We are excited about the moment we are in as we kick off the 53 rd Annual Legislative Conference," said Nicole Austin-Hillery, President and CEO of CBCF.
There Aren’t Enough Internships to Go Around
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The supply of available, high-quality internships hasn’t kept pace with demand. Employers say operational challenges and financial worries make them skittish. Many college students have been told that an internship can help them explore a potential career, refine their skills and secure employment after graduation. But the supply of available internships in the U.S. isn’t keeping pace with demand.
Meharry Medical College Gifted $20M to Support Programs, Scholarships
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Dr. Juan McGruder A $20 million gift to Meharry Medical College is expected to enhance the college's mission to serve underserved populations and cultivate the next generation of health care providers and researchers. The gift by an anonymous donor will be used on programmatic and scholarship support at the historically Black medical school. "This gift is a testament to the importance of Meharry’s mission to improve health care and health equity for people in Nashville and around the globe,” sai
Harvard Makes Meager Progress in Slavery Reparation Efforts
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Harvard University has made little progress on addressing its historical ties to slavery, despite committing $100 million to the cause in 2022, The Boston Globe reported.
Providing Students a Holistic and Supportive Experience
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis Since assuming the presidency of California State University, Stanislaus (CSU Stanislaus) in July, Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis has immersed herself in Warrior culture, becoming acquainted with the local communities of California’s Central Valley. This leadership position enables her to further her commitment to inclusive excellence. CSU Stanislaus is an Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).
Improving the Experience for Community College Transfer Students: Changing Higher Ed podcast 224 with host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Joshua Bay
The Change Leader, Inc.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Dr. Drumm McNaughton welcomes Joshua Bay, an education reporter with The 74, to discuss the challenges facing community college transfer students and explore innovative solutions to boost their enrollment and success rates at four-year institutions. Podcast Overview: • Alarming statistics on community college transfer student success rates and the equity gap for underrepresented groups. • Insights into institutional blind spots and the cultural differences
3 Mindset Shifts and 6 Strategies Leaders Shouldn’t Forget
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The pandemic may be over, Patrick Sanaghan and Erica Barreiro write, but top administrators should still use its lessons to navigate today’s challenges. The COVID pandemic of 2020 was a crash course on navigating uncertainty. College leaders adopted new mindsets, strategies and practices in order to make the best decisions they could to guide their campuses through the crisis.
Electric vehicles can upcharge sustainability strategies. How to get started.
University Business
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Universities across the nation are at a pivotal juncture. With ambitious, aggressive net-zero emissions reduction goals, they are increasingly leading the charge toward a sustainable future. According to the Second Nature Climate Leadership Commitments , over 600 American colleges and universities have pledged to reach carbon neutrality, many aiming to do so by 2050 or sooner.
IRINA ELLISON
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Dr. Irina Ellison Irina Ellison has been named associate dean for academic affairs and global programs for the College of Health Professions at Sacred Heart University. She previously served as associate dean of the School of Health and Natural Sciences at Mercy University. Ellison holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Vassar College in New York and a Ph.D. in pathology from New York Medical College.
4 Questions for RNL’s Scott Jeffe on Generations and Online Learning
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
A conversation on some new research findings. We were very excited to read Ruffalo Noel Levitz’s new report on generational differences among online learners and what this means for the development and expansion of new online programs.
Meet Eric Meyer, the new dean of Berkeley’s I School
The Berkeley Blog
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In a Q & A, Dean Meyer discusses his plans for the year, lessons he learned as a dean at UT Austin and what he does in his spare time. The post Meet Eric Meyer, the new dean of Berkeley’s I School appeared first on Berkeley News.
Colleges use NIL rules as a top student athlete recruiting tool
University Business
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Colleges’ success with name image and likeness has become a top tool to recruit new student athletes, said Taylor Jacobs, LSU Athletics associate athletic director for NIL and strategic initiatives. Why it matters: Student athletes have scored six- and seven-figure deals centered on their own personas since since name, image and likeness (NIL) rules changed.
UC Berkeley gathers to remember those lost over the past year
The Berkeley Blog
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The annual campus memorial recognizes the passing of extraordinary lives from across the Berkeley community. The post UC Berkeley gathers to remember those lost over the past year appeared first on Berkeley News.
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