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California State University pilots direct admissions program

Higher Ed Dive

The 461,000-student system will inform certain public high school students in Riverside County that they’ve been automatically accepted to 10 campuses.

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Collaboration is already baked in to the sector, and we need to see more of it

Wonkhe

David Kernohan reads a Jisc/KPMG report that highlights the opportunities generated by providers working together and points out just how much joint work is already going on

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States are taking on fewer college costs. Who is picking up the bill?

Higher Ed Dive

The gap between what states and students pay toward higher ed shrunk from 2008 to 2022, the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association found.

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Planning a market exit

Wonkhe

Writtle University College’s merger with Anglia Ruskin University is one of the few recent examples of higher education mergers.

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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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University of Akron braces for workforce cuts

Higher Ed Dive

The public Ohio institution’s president said that rising expenses and cuts in state appropriations have weighed on its budget.

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Colleges Deploy Meditation and Baked Potato Bars to Combat Election Stress

Inside Higher Ed

Colleges Deploy Meditation and Baked Potato Bars to Combat Election Stress Johanna Alonso Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM With about seven in 10 Americans reporting that the election is a significant source of stress, colleges are planning ahead to manage anxieties in the coming days.

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Professors Say Indiana U Has Stopped Enforcing Late-Night Protest Ban

Inside Higher Ed

Professors Say Indiana U Has Stopped Enforcing Late-Night Protest Ban Ryan Quinn Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM The university implemented the curfew in August, after pro-Palestinian encampments. Protesters who’ve been purposefully violating it say IU has suddenly stopped, but a spokesperson says the policy hasn’t changed.

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Fire Destroys Historic Building at Knoxville College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A 126-year-old building at Knoxville College (KC) was destroyed after a fire broke out at the vacant historically Black college on Monday evening. Elnathan Hall was an administrative building on campus but largely remained empty for several decades after the university lost its accreditation and largely closed its doors. The Knoxville Fire Department's investigation unit said that it is searching for the cause of the fire.

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5 Good-News Stories to Distract You From the Election

Inside Higher Ed

5 Good-News Stories to Distract You From the Election sara.custer@in… Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM Need a break from the polls and predictions? We’ve got you covered.

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NISAU’s UK-India Achievers set to shine in third edition

The PIE News

The call for nominations for the third iteration of NISAU’s India UK Achievers Honours is now open – a movement that honours the shared legacy between the UK and India by celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments of Indian students who have thrived in the UK. The awards highlights exceptional Indian talent cultivated in the UK, nurturing the enduring educational and cultural bonds between these two countries.

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The Extraordinariness of Extramural Absolutism

Inside Higher Ed

The Extraordinariness of Extramural Absolutism Elizabeth Redden Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM The protection of extramural speech may be necessary, but academics should acknowledge the magnitude of the privilege they’re claiming, Deepa Das Acevedo writes.

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The Higher Education Establishment

Higher Education Inquirer

So that's how it is," sighed Yakov. " Behind the world lies another world." Benard Malamud The Higher Education Inquirer has published a number of articles about how US higher education works and the institutions, organizations, and individuals it serves. We have written about US higher education in a number of ways, discussing the history, economics, and underlying ideologies (e.g. neoliberalism , white supremacy ) and theories making it what it is-- an industry that reinforces the larger econo

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A Record-Setting Year for Tennessee Promise

Inside Higher Ed

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission announced Monday that the Tennessee Promise program saw a record number of applicants—more than 670,000—from the Class of 2025. The program, launched in 2015, is a last-dollar free tuition scholarship for the state’s community college students. When the Tennessee Promise application period closed Nov. 1, the program had received approximately 700 more applications than last year.

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Adoping a regional tertiary education, research and innovation system in England: priorities, principles and practicalities

HEPI

Today’s blog was jointly authored by Paul Ashwin (University of Lancaster), Gonzalo Hidalgo Bazan (University of Oxford Centre for Skills, Knowledge, and Organisational Performance (SKOPE)), Ellen Hazelkorn (Technological University Dublin), Ewart Keep (SKOPE), Chris Millward (University of Birmingham), Huw Morris (University of College London), James Robson (SKOPE), Andy Westwood (University of Manchester) and Xin Xu (SKOPE).

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Campus Engagement Tip: Reaching First-Gen Students

Inside Higher Ed

Campus Engagement Tip: Reaching First-Gen Students Ashley Mowreader Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM First-generation students are less likely to participate in on-campus activities compared to their continuing-generation peers. Intentional programming and support work can help close this gap.

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Black and Indian: Reconciling Dual Identities in Higher Education Leadership

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I was 24 years old the first time I visited my tribal lands in Fort Yuma, Arizona. I have always had a strong connection to my heritage and a sense of identity as an American Indian, largely through my mother’s insistence that we do “Indian” things. Beyond the countless Pow Wows we attended over the years, Mom insisted we read books on our culture, and even (without much success) attempted to teach us some of our tribal language.

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Nevada Professor Who Defended Math Standards Fights Suit Dismissal

Inside Higher Ed

A tenured math professor was back in court Monday, seeking to revive a First Amendment case that a U.S. District Court dismissed last year.

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Cambridge Education Group collaborates on new pathway program with Dutch uni

The PIE News

The deal, announced on November 4, will see the launch of the new University Pathway Programme, Propaedeutic Year One, due to commence at OnCampus Amsterdam in September 2025. The collaboration will allow the university to widen its range of programmes, and aims to help the Netherlands keep its reputation as a prime university destination for international students, Cambridge Education Group said.

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New Program Strategy: Go Deep, Not Wide

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

How to Strategically Expand Your Online Adult Degree Programs So you’ve built a successful online adult degree program. No small feat. Now you need to keep your foot on the gas to keep the momentum going. Your first instinct might be to “go wide” with your program expansion strategy by launching a variety of new, unrelated programs to pair with your successful offering.

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Using Responses to Likert-Type Items in Qualitative Research

Faculty Focus

Using Likert-type items in qualitative research is both common and a topic of debate among researchers. American social psychologist Rensis Likert (1932) developed the Likert scale, a popular tool for measuring attitudes and opinions in “A Technique for the Measurement of Attitudes,” seeking to create a more reliable and valid method for measuring attitudes, preferences, and perceptions.

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English universities could miss out on millions from tuition fee increase

The Guardian - Higher Education

Contracts with existing students that prevent changes may mean up to £2.5m less income, according to one institution Some universities in England could lose out on millions of pounds from increased tuition fees because their contracts with existing students may prevent changes to terms and conditions. The government announced on Monday that undergraduate tuition fees are to go up for the first time in eight years next autumn , taking annual payments to a record £9,535 a student.

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From Community College Enrollment to Engagement: How to Personalize the Journey for Every Student

Liaison International

Key Takeaways: Community colleges need to adopt student-centered enrollment and recruitment strategies to meet the expectations of modern students and improve retention. Personalization in communication and support, starting from the first interaction, helps students feel understood and supported, fostering a stronger sense of belonging. Partnerships with local organizations and the use of data-driven insights allow colleges to align resources with students’ specific needs, creating a supportive

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Using Responses to Likert-Type Items in Qualitative Research

Faculty Focus

Using Likert-type items in qualitative research is both common and a topic of debate among researchers. American social psychologist Rensis Likert (1932) developed the Likert scale, a popular tool for measuring attitudes and opinions in “A Technique for the Measurement of Attitudes,” seeking to create a more reliable and valid method for measuring attitudes, preferences, and perceptions.

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3 Questions for Brown’s Josh Taub

Inside Higher Ed

3 Questions for Brown’s Josh Taub joshua.m.kim@d… Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM A conversation with an international fundraising expert.

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Halloween on campus: creative ways universities and colleges engaged students

Terminalfour

Universities embrace Halloween to engage students, alumni, and communities, hosting themed traditions like haunted tours, costume contests, and festivals. This week, we look at celebrations that enhance school spirit and brand visibility.

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Improving Public University Systems at Scale: Changing Higher Ed podcast 232 with Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest James R. Johnsen

The Change Leader, Inc.

In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Dr. Drumm McNaughton welcomes Jim Johnsen, former President of the University of Alaska System and Vice President of Executive Search for Greenwood Asher & Associates, to discuss his new book "Public University Systems: Leveraging Scale in Higher Education." What you'll gain from listening to this podcast: ✓ System Governance Insights: Understand how public university systems operate, their structures, and challenges in serving 75% of America's college

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Faculty Unions in Colorado Are Already Here

Academe Blog

BY JONATHAN REES Back in the 1990s, I studied labor history at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Naturally, I belonged to the Teaching Assistants’ Association, the first graduate student union in the country.

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Leveraging Energy Savings Performance Contracting for Sustainable Campus Revitalization

University Business

Register Now Date & Time: Thursday, December 5 at 2 p.m. ET Join Laura Carpenter from the Department of Energy’s State and Community Energy Programs and Mike Hines, Director of Education Initiatives at Trane, for an insightful 30-minute Ed Talk on the transformative potential of Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) as a strategic tool for revitalizing aging campus infrastructure.

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What Does it Really Mean to Cut a Program?

Gray Associates

When financial pressures rise, colleges and universities often consider cutting academic programs to balance budgets—but is this truly effective? Cutting a program can seem like an easy solution, yet the financial impact is complex, with potential enrollment and revenue losses that may outweigh the savings. Explore the nuanced economics of program cuts, using a real-world example to reveal how revenue, costs, and contribution margins intersect.

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IHL releases fall 2024 university enrollment numbers. See which universities grew, fell

University Business

Out of Mississippi’s eight public universities, three institutions saw a decrease in enrollment compared to last year’s numbers, according to recently released data from the Mississippi Institute of Higher Learning. Overall, enrollment at all eight universities combined reached 79,817 students in fall 2024. This number is 3.6% increase from the 77,074 students enrolled in fall 2023.

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The Fight Against “Antiwoke” Legislation in Florida

Academe Blog

BY KIMBERLY HARDY Who cares about the Black Lives Matter and woke movements now?

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Washington public college tuition is declining. Here’s why

University Business

Public college education in Washington has been getting less costly, in line with a national trend spurred by higher funding, according to a recent report. Average in-state tuition at four-year colleges in Washington, after adjusting for inflation, is now 4.7% lower than it was in the 2019-20 academic year, according to the report published by College Board, a standardized testing organization.

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Leicester and Humber Polytechnic partner in pre-law pathway

The PIE News

A new partnership forged by University of Leicester and Toronto’s Humber Polytechnic offers Canadian students access to a two year pre-law course, leading to three years studying the subject at degree-level at Leicester’s Law School. Nishan Canagarajah, Leicester’s president and vice-chancellor, and Ann Marie Vaughan, Humber Polytechnic’s President and CEO, signed the memorandum of understanding on November 1 in Toronto.

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Why AI usage is now soaring among higher ed employees

University Business

Faculty and administrators are using AI professionally and personally at over double the rate from last year, and 93% expect to use it more over the next two years, asserts a new report from Ellucian. However, concerns surrounding data privacy and bias are increasing as well. The higher education technology solutions provider surveyed 445 faculty and administrators from more than 330 institutions across the U.S. and Canada in its second annual “AI in Higher Education Survey” to bette

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GOP Rep Calls on U of Michigan to End Chinese Partnership

Inside Higher Ed

A Michigan Republican has called on the University of Michigan to break ties with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, a Chinese institution, alleging potential risks to research integrity and ties to the Chinese military, according to a copy of the letter that U.S.

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US stakeholders set out international education wishlist as election result closes in

The PIE News

Millions of Americans headed to the polls on Tuesday November 5 to vote for either Donald Trump – running for what would be his second Republican presidency – or current vice-president and Democrat candidate Kamala Harris. It’s been a tense and at times wildly controversial campaign on both sides, with Trump surviving shootings at his rallies.