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Protecting Trans Rights? Disability Inclusion? International Students? Why It’s All the Same Battle

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Jane Fernandes Imagine a country where no ones right to exist, to move freely, to be seen, or to contribute is constantly up for debate. Where trans kids are not headlines but classmates. Where immigrants are not bargaining chips but community leaders. Where disabled people are not burdens but innovators In 2023 alone, over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced across U.S. state legislatures, the majority targeting transgender youth and adults.

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Sexual misconduct data is coming – here’s what universities should do to prepare

Wonkhe

Adam Waddingham argues that the new Sexual Misconduct Survey marks a necessary shift toward confronting and reforming how UK universities become safer

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Transforming Student Success Through Enterprise Technology

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Artificial intelligence is having an unprecedented impact across academia. Tools like Canva and Grammarly are no longer things students use only for their personal projects; theyre now central elements of the academic experience. Once-skeptical educators are increasingly embracing these applications, and trends point toward a significant uptick in adoption and use.

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Undergraduate research thrives through faculty collaborations

Higher Ed Dive

Intentionally building strategies for interdisciplinary research benefits both students and faculty.

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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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Here is one promising way to unlock stopped-out learners

University Business

Many stopped-out adult learners owe a small balance to their former institutions. To get them to return, they often need to be remindedhow beneficial a college degree can be for their entire family, says Ruth Bauer, president of Inside Track , a student success coaching nonprofit, on this episode of “The University Business Podcast.” “It’s hard to always stay connected to that long-term goal when you’re managing a full-time job or taking care of kids.

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Who are we gardening for?

ACRLog

Editors note: We are pleased to welcome Sam Winemiller to the ACRLog team. Sam is the Open Knowledge & Research Impact Librarian at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Prior to librarianship, Sam received a Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Sport Studies and worked for the nonprofit advocacy organization Athlete Ally as a Senior Research Associate.

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Three Easy Tax Fixes That Would Help Students Succeed

Higher Education Today

As Congress works on a sweeping rewrite of the tax code, students and families across the country are watchingand hoping this moment leads to real change that will increase access to higher education. The conversation in Washington will likely center on what to keep, what to cut, and how to fit higher education into the massive, complex puzzle that is the.

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A perspective on the evolving landscape of global higher education

The PIE News

The demand for quality education has transcended borders, with students increasingly seeking international experiences that offer academic excellence and cultural exposure while carving professional paths overseas. Among these aspirants, Indian students stand out as a driving force shaping the future of international education. The numbers tell a compelling story.

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Oral histories of Ukrainian refugees in English higher education

Wonkhe

Iryna Kushnir and Ellis Richards find that for Ukrainian refugees English higher education is both a place of opportunity and of persistent challenge

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How to keep moving when higher ed data dries up

University Business

In March 2025, the U.S. Department of Education laid off nearly all federal staff responsible for managing, analyzing and interpreting higher education data through the National Center for Education Statistics. While the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System, also known as IPEDS, continues uninterrupted for now, the broader budget cuts and contract cancellations at NCES signal future disruptions to data collection and reporting, sounding the alarm for higher education planning.

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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 (and why) to get beyond traditional essays

Wonkhe

Madhavi Dubey calls for a move away from traditional assessments and towards inclusive, multimodal approaches that reflect diverse backgrounds and real-world skills.

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Making Your PDF Content Accessible

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Just like websites, PDFs must be built with accessibility in mind, allowing all users and assistive technologies to access the documents content. Industry estimates suggest trillions of PDF documents are now posted to the web. The fact that hundreds of millions fail accessibility standards leaves institutions vulnerable to losing accreditation, grants, and funding.

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Small College America – Profile: Tuskegee University

Edu Alliance Journal

April 14, 2025, by Dean Hoke : This profile of Tuskegee University is the ninth in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Background Founded in 1881 by educator Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee University is a private historically black university (HBCU) located in Tuskegee, Alabama about 40 miles east of Montgomery. Established initially as the Tuskegee Normal School for training Black teachers, it evolved into Tuskegee Institute and eventually a university known for bl

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Coursera Launches AI-Dubbed Courses in Spanish, French, Brazilian Portuguese, and German

Coursera blog

Language barriers continue to be a major obstacle for learners around the globe, limiting access to education and career advancement opportunities. We took an important step towards bridging that gap by successfully rolling out AI-powered text translations in 2023, which have enabled nearly 3 million learners to take more than 5,000 courses across 25 languages.

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How Major Restrictions Silently Reshape Student Pathways

Higher Education Today

Title: The Invisible Barrier: How Restrictions on Majors Influence Career Paths Source: Strada Education Foundation Author: Nichole Torpey-Saboe and Akua Amankwah-Ayeh When university departments face increasing demand, many implement additional entry requirements. But this seemingly reasonable practice has far-reaching consequences for equity and workforce development, according to new research from Strada Education Foundation surveying recent college graduates.

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Treasure Trove For Historical Understanding: Bettina Apthekar's Higher Education and Student Rebellion in the United States, 1960-1969--A Bibliography

Higher Education Inquirer

To gain a historical perspective of what is happening today on US campuses, it's essential to have a knowledge of what has happened before. The uncensored history of US higher education is poorly understood even on US campuses. Thankfully, some of it has been documented and it's even available online. A case in point is Bettina Apthekar's Higher Education and Student Rebellion in the United States, 1960-1969--A Bibliography.

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Columbia Is at War With the Legacy of Edward Said

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Columbia is at war with its intellectual heritage. By Timothy Brennan The university is abandoning its intellectual inheritance.

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Colleges sue over Energy Department’s new 15% cap on indirect research costs

Higher Ed Dive

The policy would "devastate scientific research,” according to the plaintiffs, which include the American Council on Education and Brown University.

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One big reason your campus could become a ‘smaller place’

University Business

Campus facilities area growing concern for colleges and universities challenged by declining enrollment and rising costs, according to Gordians 2025 State of Facilities in Higher Education report. Now in its 12th year, the report warns that aging buildings and deferred maintenance will continue to put pressure on institutions that are limited in funding.

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WebAssign Boosts Student Pass Rates in Developmental Math Course

Today's Learner

Reading Time: < 1 minute Melissa Reid , Department Chair at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, was concerned that students in her developmental math course were lacking critical support from her previous publisher and online learning platform , resulting in discouragingly low pass rate numbers. She was looking for more personalized support that would hopefully jumpstart her students on the pathway to success in future gateway-level math courses. we were blown away.

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‘Draconian’ Layoffs, Grant Terminations Come for the NEH

Inside Higher Ed

Draconian Layoffs, Grant Terminations Come for the NEH kathryn.palmer Mon, 04/14/2025 - 03:00 AM Critics say the deep cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities, which has supported research and learning at colleges since 1965, will ripple across American life.

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From Vision to Venture: Fatima Laher’s Journey through Innovation and Entrepreneurship at HEC Paris

Coursera blog

A 2024 graduate of the Executive Track within the HEC Paris Executive MSc & MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship online degree program, Fatima Laher has always been drawn to the energy of new ideas, the thrill of solving problems, and the challenge of building something from scratch. Her path has taken her through corporate roles, consulting gigs, and ventures at different stagesbut no matter where shes been, shes stayed grounded in one mission: create meaningful impact.

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Some DEI Programs Are Vulnerable, Not Illegal

Inside Higher Ed

Some DEI Programs Are Vulnerable, Not Illegal Elizabeth Redden Mon, 04/14/2025 - 03:00 AM The difference matters, Julie J. Park writes. Byline(s) Julie J.

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The State of Student Mental Health at HBCUs

Higher Education Today

Title: Flourishing: Bolstering the Mental Health of Students at HBCUs and PBIs Source: United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Student mental health is often a chief concern for university administrations and faculty alike, with institutions working to develop strong mental health resources for students. Mental health concerns, however, can vary drastically from student to student, requiring dynamic responses to support the ever-changing.

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Data: Gen Z Wary of AI Effects, Wants More Guidance From School, Work

Inside Higher Ed

Data: Gen Z Wary of AI Effects, Wants More Guidance From School, Work Ashley Mowreader Mon, 04/14/2025 - 03:00 AM A recent Gallup survey finds that young people frequently engage with generative AI and want support from schools and employers about how to properly use those tools.

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Craving Connection, Some Gen-Z Students Unplug

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Maddie Khaw They're defying stereotypes to pursue old-fashioned hobbies yes, even reading.

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UNC Chapel Hill Provost Stepping Down Amid Civic Life Strife

Inside Higher Ed

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hills provost is stepping down next month to return to the faculty there, a development that news articles last week suggested is tied to his disagreement with hiring practices at the School of Civic Life and Leadership, or SCiLL.

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As ‘Bot’ students continue to flood In, community colleges struggle to respond

University Business

When the spring semester began, Southwestern College professor Elizabeth Smith felt good. Two of her online classes were completely full, boasting 32 students each. Even the classes waitlists, which fit 20 students, were maxed out. That had never happened before. Teachers get excited when theres a lot of interest in their class. I felt like, Great, Im going to have a whole bunch of students who are invested and learning, Smith said.

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Department of Energy Caps Universities’ Indirect Research Costs at 15%

Inside Higher Ed

Department of Energy Caps Universities Indirect Research Costs at 15% kathryn.palmer Mon, 04/14/2025 - 03:00 AM While the DOE claims the plan will save taxpayers $405 million, research groups say its a ruinous policy that will slow the pace of American research and innovation.

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Dakota Kennedy - Softball, University of Arizona

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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Relationships as Resistance

Inside Higher Ed

Relationships as Resistance Elizabeth Redden Mon, 04/14/2025 - 03:00 AM Sylvia C. Spears and Deborah Kronenberg offer practical ideas and inspiration for deepening relationships with students and colleagues as a way of navigating the political moment. Byline(s) Sylvia C.

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How One Professor Tracked Grade Inflation at His College

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Beckie Supiano The history scholar explains why it matters that theres been a spike in students graduating with Latin honors.

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From the Kuali Days 2025 Conference: A CEO's View of Planning for AI

Campus Technology

How can a company serving higher education navigate the changes AI brings to ed tech? What will customers expect? CT talks with Kuali CEO Joel Dehlin, who shared his company's AI strategies with attendees at Kuali Days 2025 in Anaheim.

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Sarah Dev - Tennis, Miami University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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University of Illinois System Sets Sights on Community College Transfers with One Million Degrees Partnership

Campus Technology

In a multiyear pilot program, the University of Illinois System is working with nonprofit One Million Degrees to bridge the community college transfer gap and improve student outcomes.