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Education Department sued over race-based criteria for McNair grants

Higher Ed Dive

Young America's Foundation, a conservative activist group, argued that the program’s eligibility requirements violate the Constitution.

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Labour tweaks the job ad for the next UKRI chief executive

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The search for a new head of UKRI is back underway – but there are some subtle differences post-election.

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Knoxville College takes a step toward accreditation nearly 30 years in the making

Higher Ed Dive

The historically Black institution, which lost accreditation in 1997, filed an application with Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools.

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Stanford Is Making a (Fixable) Mistake

Inside Higher Ed

Stanford Is Making a (Fixable) Mistake johnw@mcsweeneys.net Fri, 08/30/2024 - 03:00 AM The Jones Lecturer program in creative writing at Stanford has grown into a model when it comes to meeting student needs. For some reason, they’re blowing it up.

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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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This week in 5 numbers: UMGC’s $25.7M failed IT project

Higher Ed Dive

We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from an audit of a public online college to a merger in Texas.

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Can AI Be Used to Cheat on Multiple-Choice Exams?

Inside Higher Ed

Can AI Be Used to Cheat on Multiple-Choice Exams? Lauren.Coffey@… Fri, 08/30/2024 - 03:00 AM A Florida State professor found a way to catch AI cheating on multiple-choice tests. He also found that ChatGPT got a lot of “easy” questions wrong.

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Lawsuit Targets McNair Program’s Race-Based Eligibility Criteria

Inside Higher Ed

The Young America’s Foundation, a national conservative student group, wants all students to be eligible for a 35-year-old federal scholarship program that helps underrepresented students attain doctoral degrees.

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From Chatbots to Critical Thinking: How AI Reshaped My Classroom

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 5 minutes In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into classrooms has become more than just a trend — it’s a transformative approach to teaching and learning. So, how can you take advantage of it? Let’s explore techniques discussed in my presentation AI in the Classroom: Strategies, Tips and Best Practices — as well as my personal experience using AI technology — to help you transform your course next term.

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6 Sasse Allies Sacked at University of Florida

Inside Higher Ed

Several University of Florida employees hired by former president Ben Sasse have been terminated following his resignation, The Gainesville Sun reported.

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What will high school grads pursue if not college?

University Business

If you were to ask a Gen Z student what lies ahead for their future, the vast majority—roughly 80% to be exact—would say they’ve got great futures ahead of them. Yet, only half feel prepared for said future. So, what are their postsecondary aspirations, if not college? It’s safe to say that a college degree is becoming a far more unlikely path for this generation, a new poll from Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation suggests.

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Into the Fall

Inside Higher Ed

Into the Fall mclemee@gmail.com Fri, 08/30/2024 - 03:00 AM As the summer reading season comes to a close, Scott McLemee looks ahead to forthcoming university press releases.

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New Chancellor Prioritizes Diversity Amid Political Challenges

Insight Into Diversity

University of Colorado Boulder’s new chancellor, Justin Schwartz, PhD, makes DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) a top priority as he begins his tenure, despite current political challenges. He has expressed a commitment to ensuring that the university’s student body better reflects the state’s demographic diversity. Schwartz, a nuclear engineer with 30 years of experience in higher education, including roles at Penn State and Florida A&M University, emphasized the importance of belonging

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Researchers Find Exam Answers for Half Their Modules on Chegg

Inside Higher Ed

Researchers Find Exam Answers for Half Their Modules on Chegg sara.custer@in… Fri, 08/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Australian scholars say improving response times make website “an appealing tool” for cheating, but findings are disputed.

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How AI Is Affecting Data Center Power Consumption

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

The waves of enthusiasm over generative artificial intelligence and apps such as ChatGPT are hitting the rocks of energy reality. With electricity costs climbing, higher education leaders are wondering how to fit AI into their sustainability goals. A telling example of AI energy consumption issues emerges from the University of California, San Diego, whose ever-expanding supercomputing center relies heavily on the high-performance processors required for AI-driven applications.

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Former Penn President Magill Takes Role at Harvard

Inside Higher Ed

Former University of Pennsylvania president Liz Magill, who resigned last year amid the fallout of her widely criticized congressional testimony on campus antisemitism, is stepping into new roles at both Harvard Law School and the London School of Economics Law School.

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Elite colleges see Black enrollment drop after affirmative action strike-down

The Guardian - Higher Education

Amherst College and Tufts University report lower number of Black students this year as white enrollment increases Enrollment for Black students fell at two elite US colleges in the first class since the supreme court’s decision last year to strike down affirmative action in college admissions and upend the nation’s academic landscape. Amherst College and Tufts University, both in Massachusetts, reported a drop in the share of Black first-year students, an early sign that the high court’s ruling

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Competitive Academic Cultures Are Catalysts for Discrimination

Inside Higher Ed

Competitive Academic Cultures Are Catalysts for Discrimination Sarah Bray Fri, 08/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Tania Ravaei recommends measures colleges should take to discourage racial resentment of the successes of members of marginalized groups.

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Nepalese students see 65% hike in UK visa approvals

The PIE News

The UK issued over 432,000 sponsored student visas to main applicants international students in the year ending 2024 – 13% lower than the same period last year, according to the report by ApplyBoard. The report called for institutions to focus on recruiting from the emerging student populations, as the restriction on dependants continues to result in a decline in international students.

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Report: Belonging a Key Factor in Student Retention

Inside Higher Ed

Report: Belonging a Key Factor in Student Retention Ashley Mowreader Fri, 08/30/2024 - 03:00 AM A newly released literature review from the Institute for Higher Education Policy highlights the role of student experience and belonging on college student success—and offers suggestions for how this could be applied practically to campuses.

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Denmark signals plans to welcome more students from Africa

The PIE News

The strategy will result in more study exchange programmes, encouraging “more African young people come to study in Denmark for shorter or longer durations”, according to the strategy document , published on August 26. The document does not specify how many more students from Africa it expects to come to Denmark, and does not set out a timeframe in which the study programmes will be established.

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Divestment Protests Won’t Succeed

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Colleges are the wrong target. Students should direct their efforts elsewhere. By Adam Gjesdal Ed Jones, AFP, Getty Images Colleges are the wrong target. Students should direct their efforts elsewhere.

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More Students Means LSU Turning Kitchens Into Dorm Rooms

Inside Higher Ed

Louisiana State University is experiencing what other colleges might consider a good problem: Enrollment has increased by about 5,000 students between 2019 and 2024. The challenge is housing them.

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How Milwaukee and Chicago circumvented free speech at the RNC and DNC

FIRE

‘The city really created this culture of fear, this idea that we don’t approve of any type of protest,’ a RNC protester told FIRE.

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California Legislators Pass Tuition-Free Community College Bachelor’s Degree Bill

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Legislation designed to ease the financial burdens of Californians seeking four-year degrees has passed both chambers of the state legislature. AB 2093 would allow low-income students pursuing a bachelor's degrees at any California community college tuition free. Two-year degree seekers are already eligible for such fee waivers through the California Promise Program.

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We need a unified consortium for India’s int’l education industry

The PIE News

Today, it encompasses a wide range of players including preparatory classes, agents, independent counsellors, university representatives, marketing agencies, and other ancillary services such as accommodation providers, loan lenders, payment gateways, and employability support services. Despite this growth, the industry operates without any formal consortium to bind these entities together, which presents several challenges.

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MATTHEW R. GOODMAN

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Matthew R. Goodman Matthew R. Goodman has been appointed director of bands at Allen University in Columbia, South Carolina. He served as head band director at Handley High School in Roanoke, Alabama, and as director of bands for Pleasant Grove High School in Alabama. Goodman holds a bachelor’s degree from Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina and a master’s in music education from Alabama A&M University.

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Unlocking Faculty Engagement: Strategies to Power Your Online Growth

University Business

Register Now Date & Time: Tuesday, October 8th at 2 pm ET Building faculty buy-in is crucial for the success of any online learning operation. In fact, 50% of students say they would like to connect with administration or faculty prior to committing to a university, according to Carnegie. In this UB Ed Talk, learn how to create a holistic strategy that not only grows your online programs but also secures the full buy-in of your faculty.

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Uzzi Selected to Lead Thomas College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Jeannine Diddle Uzzi Dr. Jeannine Diddle Uzzi has been appointed president of Thomas College. Uzzi is expected to serve as president-elect until Nov. 1, when she replaces outgoing President Laurie G. Lachance, who planned to retire in 2025. “I am so excited to join the Thomas College community because of the people and the students at the core of the community,” said Uzzi.

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President’s corner: How ‘presence’ unlocks a powerful enrollment strategy

University Business

Could your students recognize the dean of their college if they passed them in a hallway? Would your students feel comfortable striking up a conversation, and would the dean be mindful enough to ask about their classes and the semester? A seemingly simple question, but for Sacred Heart University President John Petillo this present-mindedness is a difference maker in convincing students to return to an institution.

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RTI Receives $190M Cooperative Agreement for Defense STEM Education Consortium

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Rebecca Stanley The nonprofit research institute RTI International has entered a 10-year, $190 million agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in an initiative to enhance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. "To build the STEM workforce of tomorrow, we need to offer students meaningful experiences that connect them with real-world careers and help them see STEM careers as achievable and exciting," said RTI education consultant Dr.

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Why there’s no standard AI policy in higher education, and what professors are doing about it

University Business

There’s a new back-to-school ritual for students and professors: brushing up on policies regarding the use of artificial intelligence. Thanks to the rise of generative artificial intelligence, what one instructor considers a tool in another context could be considered a slippery slope into academic dishonesty. Some universities have implemented AI policies that faculty are required to enforce.

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Wallace State Among Aspen Prize Finalists, Caring Campuses

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Alabama, is one of the 10 institutions chosen as finalists for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Dr. Vicki Karolewics The Aspen Prize is awarded every two years to recognize colleges with high and improving levels of student success that includes equitable outcomes for students of color and from lower-income backgrounds.

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Uoffer Global and Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford collaborate to foster future Chinese leaders through MBA scholarships

The PIE News

The scholarship will support two partial MBA scholarships each year for academic years 2025/26, 2026/27 and 2027/28. At Uoffer Global, we are supporting international students worldwide to reach their maximum potential and to gain access to the best of education. For the University of Oxford, this initiative broadens its reach, attracting a diverse and global talent pool.

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Inaugural CFI Award Nominations Open Now!

ACPA

The Coalition for Fat Identities is delighted to recognize people celebrating, advocating for, and centering fat people and fat liberation for the first time! We are so excited to award 5 community members in Long Beach at ACPA25! Please complete the nomination form by Tuesday, October 15. If you want to nominate yourself or others for more than one award, please complete one form per award.

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DataPoints: New data on dual enrollment

AACC

Roughly one-fifth (20.4%) of public community college enrollment consisted of students still in high school in the 2022-23 academic year, according to newly released data from the U.S. Education Department (ED). For the first time, the National Center for Education Statistics collected data through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) on students taking credit courses in […] The post DataPoints: New data on dual enrollment first appeared on AACC.

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Convera links up with Ascent One to help agents with cross-border payments

The PIE News

The deal has seen Convera’s “embedded payments solution” integrated into the system of the agent management platform Ascent One , giving education agents and international students “a seamless online payment experience”, the company said. The partnership, announced last week (August 22), embeds Convera’s international tuition payment platform GlobalPay for Students into institutions’ websites and management systems, simplifying what is often an “ov