Higher Ed Dive
AUGUST 27, 2024
Growing maintenance backlogs could spark more investment in facilities, but it will come at a heavy cost in a time of inflation, tight resources and uncertainty.
Higher Ed Data Stories
AUGUST 27, 2024
Good news: We have new IPEDS data on average net cost. Bad news: Because IPEDS is IPEDS, it's data from the 2021-22 Academic Year. This is pretty straightforward: Each dot represents a public institution, colored by region, showing the average net price for first-year students entering in that year. IPEDS breaks out average net price by income bands, so you can see what a family with income of $30,000 to $48,000 pays, for instance, by using the filters at right.
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Higher Ed Dive
AUGUST 27, 2024
Noncompetitive contracts and a lack of monitoring have marked dealings between the university and a spin-off entity, a state report found.
Wonkhe
AUGUST 27, 2024
In building more active and engaged pedagogies, many disciplines are taking an experiential turn.
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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.
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 27, 2024
Pregnancy was always implicitly protected by Title IX. But Biden’s new rules formalize the rights of pregnant and parenting students, making higher ed more accessible. Lacy Guzman decided to go back to college when she was pregnant with her first child. She and her husband had both lost their jobs around the same time, and they wanted to set their family-to-be up for a more stable future.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
AUGUST 27, 2024
Students increasingly treat college as a transaction. Who — or what — is to blame? By Beth McMurtrie Jan Feindt for The Chronicle Students increasingly see themselves as customers and college as a means to an end. Faculty are wrestling with the consequences.
University Leadership Central brings together the best content for university leaders and administrators from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 27, 2024
Faculty members who run a lab have a research job and a leadership job, but they are often only trained for one of those, Jen Heemstra writes. Conflict resolution, financial planning, people management, public relations—all such job duties and more came with my faculty career, and it’s fair to say that I did not feel adequately prepared for any of them.
Campus Technology
AUGUST 27, 2024
ChatGPT creator OpenAI is backing a California bill that would require tech companies to label AI-generated content in the form of a digital "watermark." The proposed legislation, known as the "California Digital Content Provenance Standards" (AB 3211), aims to ensure transparency in digital media by identifying content created through artificial intelligence.
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 27, 2024
Proposed federal regulations have institutions and higher ed groups worried about time and financial burdens. Hundreds of professors, colleges and higher ed organizations have expressed sharp criticism of the Department of Education’s proposed regulations for online courses, saying they stem from an antiquated mindset about new modalities—and place a time burden on professors and a financial burden on institutions.
The PIE News
AUGUST 27, 2024
The industry has called the limit on international students damaging and “a handbrake” on the sector’s growth, in response to the announcement made this morning. The national planning level for 2025 sets a cap of 270,000 new international student commencements, making a clear distinction between higher education and vocational education and training sectors.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
AUGUST 27, 2024
Ray Stanley, vice president and CIO at Marian University in Indianapolis, knew he needed to shore up the institution’s cybersecurity stance when he couldn’t get an insurance policy without making some changes. “We were looking at our cyber insurance requirements,” Stanley says. “We got to a point where we had to have multifactor authentication, or we weren’t going to get insurance.
The PIE News
AUGUST 27, 2024
On August 27, the Australian government announced that, subject to the passage of legislation before the parliament, a National Planning Level for new international student commencements will be set at 270,000 for calendar year 2025. In a joint media release , ministers said that independent providers will be allocated 30,000 new student commencements, while public universities will receive an allocation of around 145,000.
Today's Learner
AUGUST 27, 2024
Reading Time: 3 minutes The textbook “ Policing in the U.S. Past, Present, and Future ” takes a fresh look at contemporary policing issues. The book examines police topics while adding perspective and context and expanding the typical sound-bite explanations of interactions between the police and the community. Written from a social justice perspective, this book addresses controversial issues in policing in a fair and balanced way with the intention of presenting detailed information.
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 27, 2024
New York governor Kathy Hochul met Monday afternoon with the leaders of more than 200 colleges and universities in the state to discuss emergency preparations for potential protests as students return for the fall semester, according to a statement from the governor’s office.
University Business
AUGUST 27, 2024
In what ranking does the University of Wisconsin-Madison top the likes of Berkeley, John Hopkins and Georgetown? How could Florida International University beat out the state’s flagship when other popular rankings wouldn’t even place it in their top 100? Washington Monthly has three simple answers: social mobility, research and promoting public service.
ACRLog
AUGUST 27, 2024
Editor’s note: This guest post has been authored by Jessie Loyer and Melissa Bowles-Terry. Jessie is Indigenous Engagement Librarian at University of Alberta. Melissa is the sciences librarian at University of Nevada, Las Vegas. This post is the fifth in our series, “Discussing the 4 Pillars of Immersion.” This series was inspired by conversations during a January 2024 Immersion Facilitators retreat that examined our relationship with the foundational pillars of the program.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
AUGUST 27, 2024
One of the most strategic investments that can be made when it comes to having a well-prepared workforce for the economy of the future is in mathematics education. The intersection of strong math skills and success in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) career fields presents an opportunity not only for individuals but also for the overall economic development of our communities.
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 27, 2024
Litigation stemming from antisemitism on campuses shows that colleges must revive their commitments to freedom and tolerance, Austin Sarat writes. The spate of lawsuits and administrative complaints accusing colleges of tolerating antisemitism on their campuses has made for a busy summer for the lawyers who represent colleges and universities. But what has been good for their business has been much less good for the higher education institutions in which they work.
Faculty Focus
AUGUST 27, 2024
The professional world in educator certification and Educator Preparation Programs (EPP) has changed since the omnipresent technological advances that have invaded almost every aspect of life. The expectations of pre-service teachers and aspiring school administrators have a new focus that includes educator retention and artificial intelligence (AI).
The Chronicle of Higher Education
AUGUST 27, 2024
In the age of ChatGPT, faculty members have no choice but to adjust course design from a focus on “what” to “why.” By Chad Raymond Illustration by The Chronicle In the age of ChatGPT, faculty members have no choice but to adjust their course design from a focus on “what” to “why.
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 27, 2024
Reading Growth: A History and a Reckoning and thinking about how universities will pay to transition to renewable energy sources. Growth: A History and a Reckoning by Daniel Susskind Published in April 2024 “Once you start thinking about [economic] growth, it’s hard to think about anything else.” While it is doubtful that the economist Robert Lucas ever uttered these exact words, they—the words—feel true.
Faculty Focus
AUGUST 27, 2024
The professional world in educator certification and Educator Preparation Programs (EPP) has changed since the omnipresent technological advances that have invaded almost every aspect of life. The expectations of pre-service teachers and aspiring school administrators have a new focus that includes educator retention and artificial intelligence (AI).
HEPI
AUGUST 27, 2024
This blog was kindly authored by Mike Ratcliffe , Academic Registrar at City St George’s, University of London. One of the issues on the new ministers’ desks is the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) in England. The most obvious manifestation of this will be 30-credit level four, five and six modules that students can take and receive student loan company (SLC) support for tuition fees and maintenance loans for.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
AUGUST 27, 2024
By Amanda Friedman You’ve seen the photos. There’s more to the story.
SRHE
AUGUST 27, 2024
by David Webster If GAI is the ‘uncanniest of guests’ in the University what can we do about any misbehaviour? What do we do with this uninvited guest who behaves badly, won’t leave and seems intent on asserting that it’s their house now anyway? They won’t stay in their room and seem to have their fingers in everything. Nihilism stands at the door: whence comes this uncanniest of all guests?
The PIE News
AUGUST 27, 2024
Introduce yourself in three words or phrases: Positivity, innovation, drive for excellence What do you like most about your job? The opportunity to meet exceptional and inspiring teachers and students from diverse countries and age groups on a daily basis. Best work trip/worst work trip? My best work trip was a long weekend conference in Bali—an incredible experience.
The Change Leader, Inc.
AUGUST 27, 2024
In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Drumm welcomes Dr. Shaun Carver, Executive Director of UC Berkeley's International House, to discuss effective strategies for enrolling and retaining international students in U.S. higher education. Podcast Overview: • Insights into the rising trend of international student enrollment and its impact on U.S. campuses. • Strategies for creating welcoming environments that attract and support international students. • Practical advice on addressing challenges
The PIE News
AUGUST 27, 2024
This milestone is a testament to the insights and dedication of our community. The upcoming conference in Toulouse will be a pivotal moment to commemorate our commitment to the sector, bringing together professionals from around the world to connect, share and inspire. Read on to discover some of the outstanding achievements that make this anniversary worth celebrating.
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 27, 2024
Artificial intelligence holds immense potential to reshape the classroom experience for learners and educators alike, and while uncertainty remains, many faculty members report success in thoughtfully employing AI tools to support teaching and learning.
IHEP
AUGUST 27, 2024
When the University of New Mexico implemented student sense of belonging interventions, the rate of A and B grades in those courses increased and withdrawal rates decreased. Attending to student experience and fostering students’ sense of belonging can be crucial for boosting student success because when students feel connected to their campus community, they are more likely succeed academically and persist toward earning degrees.
Campus Technology
AUGUST 27, 2024
The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), a not-for-profit organization whose mission statement is defining and raising awareness of best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment, has released a new report offering guidance on securing systems that leverage large language models (LLMs) to address business challenges.
University Business
AUGUST 27, 2024
The steep cost of living in some college and university towns can significantly dent employees’ spending power, fueling economic inequity and union strikes. This “invisible housing crisis” can also disrupt efforts to attract and retain talented faculty and staff, according to a report last year from the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area. “Simply put, wages are not keeping pace with housing costs,” reads the study, which focuses on afford
IHEP
AUGUST 27, 2024
When the University of New Mexico implemented student sense of belonging interventions, the rate of A and B grades in those courses increased and withdrawal rates decreased. Attending to student experience and fostering students’ sense of belonging can be crucial for boosting student success because when students feel connected to their campus community, they are more likely succeed academically and persist toward earning degrees.
Terminalfour
AUGUST 27, 2024
This summer, social media platforms have rolled out some new changes that higher education marketers should know about. From new engagement tools on Instagram to community features on YouTube and AI-driven content tools on LinkedIn, there are plenty of fresh opportunities. Read on to find out more.
Insight Into Diversity
AUGUST 27, 2024
Grambling State University (GSU) has made history with the opening of their Digital Library and Learning Commons. Not only is this landmark facility the first digital library ever established at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the US, but it is also the first digital library in the state of Louisiana. The ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 22 celebrated the culmination of a project that began in 2017 under the leadership of former GSU President Rick Gallot.
University Business
AUGUST 27, 2024
As freshmen thumbed through dorm posters and shopped for school supplies at the University of Alabama’s student center during the first week of school, other spaces in the building were noticeably empty. References to “diversity” have been scrubbed from office name plates. All signage had been removed from the once-bustling Black Student Union office.
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