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Free speech and the University of Sussex 

HEPI

Naimat Zafary is a PhD researcher at the University of Sussex and a former Afghan Chevening Scholar. There are times, as a scholar from another country, that events in your adopted home catch you off guard. The fears of those around you are so far removed from your own experience that you are baffled by them. Sometimes, this simply demands that you learn more about the society and culture around you or chalk up different perspectives to the rich experience of a global education.

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Why data science is revolutionary for higher ed finance

University Business

Higher education finance is at a turning point. As universities face increased financial pressures , shifting funding models, and heightened accountability, the role of data science in financial strategy has never been more critical. Institutions must move beyond traditional accounting methods and embrace predictive analytics, AI-driven grant management, and real-time financial monitoring to remain competitive.

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Scholar warns of chilling speech in higher ed after NYU canceled her presentation

Higher Ed Dive

A prominent physician said university administrators nixed the event over concerns some material might be considered antisemitic and anti-government.

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Short-term politics will pain sector and economy, Universities Australia warns

The PIE News

With Labors proposed cap on international enrolments stalled in the Senate, Coalition leader Peter Dutton remains committed to pushing for even stricter limits on international students. Details of exactly what the Coalition is planning for Australia’s international education sector remain to be seen, but speaking at the ITECA conference on April 2, Luke Sheehy, CEO of Universities Australia , told colleagues: “We’ve heard talk of a 30% cap on overseas enrolments” “

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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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These 2 colleges avoided closings in March by merger, acquisition

University Business

(Updated: April 2, 2025) With college closings expected to uptick over the next five years due to the demographic cliff, two small regional colleges avoided shutting their doors by merging with larger institutions. This page will be continuously updated as University Business monitors the changing landscape of college closings, mergers and acquisitions in the coming year and beyond.

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Education providers pivot to TNE in price-sensitive Pakistan

The PIE News

Speaking at The PIE Live Europe 2025, Stuart Smith, CEO of pathway provider NCUK , said Pakistans position as a growing yet price-sensitive market opens exciting opportunities for students to earn their qualifications before transitioning to a high-quality university in the UK or elsewhere. “Financially, one of the biggest barriers for Pakistani students has been the cost of studying abroad.

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APAIE 2025 champions inclusivity and global citizenship

The PIE News

The 18th edition of the prestigious APAIE conference and exhibition brought together representatives from over 1,100 universities across more than 70 countries with delegates from Nepal, Bhutan, Laos, and Cambodia also being in attendance as part of APAIEs ‘Access Program’ This year we introduced the Access Program, through which APAIE funded delegates from underrepresented countries such as Nepal, Bhutan, Laos, and Cambodia.

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When tuition fee payments are suspended, what happens to students left behind?

Wonkhe

As the Office for Students publishes its investigation into a private provider that collapsed, the OIA's Charlotte Corrish raises questions about protections for students when the student loans tap is turned off

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Will GenAI narrow or widen the digital divide in higher education?

SRHE

by Lei Fang and Xue Zhou This blog is based on our recent publication: Zhou, X, Fang, L, & Rajaram, K (2025) Exploring the digital divide among students of diverse demographic backgrounds: a survey of UK undergraduates Journal of Applied Learning and Teaching , 8(1). Introduction the widening digital divide Our recent study ( Zhou et al , 2025 ) surveyed 595 undergraduate students across the UK to examine the evolving digital divide across all forms of digital technologies.

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Adolescence and Boys will be Boys – time for concrete action

HEPI

Mark Brooks OBE is male inclusion policy adviser and co-author of the new HEPI report, Boys will be boys: The educational underachievement of boys and young men. Having been involved in the world of men and boys issues (chairing charities, running campaigns, trying to get policy change) for a long time, the last few weeks have been potentially game-changing.

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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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Students can make a real difference to educational opportunity in their regions through tutoring

Wonkhe

With schools struggling for funding, previously state-funded tutoring programmes are foundering.

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Revolutionising student recruitment with EnrolGPT: smarter, faster, fairer

The PIE News

Institutions struggle with high costs, shrinking teams, and outdated tools. Meanwhile, millions of students, especially from emerging markets, aspire to study abroad. Yet many are held back by misinformation, endless paperwork, and guidance shaped by biased interests rather than student success. The result? Promising students never apply. Universities lose out on talent.

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Wellesley Surpasses $100K Sticker Price

Inside Higher Ed

Wellesley Surpasses $100K Sticker Price Josh Moody Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 AM Undergraduate tuition at the all-womens college this fall is $100,541, including indirect costs. Officials emphasize most students dont pay full price due to generous financial aid.

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Harnessing Generative AI in Online Education: Opportunities and Challenges

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 3 minutes The rapid advancements in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) are reshaping education, offering innovative tools for content creation, adaptive learning, and instructional strategies. GenAI models, such as ChatGPT, assist educators by generating structured lesson plans, assessments, and multimedia content, reducing workload and enhancing efficiency.

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Researchers, Higher Ed Union Fight NIH Grant Terminations

Inside Higher Ed

Researchers, Higher Ed Union Fight NIH Grant Terminations kathryn.palmer Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 PM A new lawsuit argues that canceling billions in research grants will delay scientific advancements, compromise human health and even result in deaths.

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Standards as Strategy: How 1EdTech Shapes the Future of Educational Technology

eLiterate

ChatGPT’s Visualization of the Blog Post Michael: I’ve been reflecting on my first seven months as Chief Strategy Officer at the 1EdTech Consortium and thought it might be fun and interesting to talk to an AI about the organization and the work. There’s a good chance it will know some things that I don’t. Welcome to the show, Claude 3.7 Sonnet.

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How Researchers Could Get Their Canceled NIH Grants Back

Inside Higher Ed

How Researchers Could Get Their Canceled NIH Grants Back kathryn.palmer Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 AM The National Institutes of Health terminated numerous federal research grants that officials say no longer align with the agencys priorities. But experts see multiple avenues to appeal the NIHs decisions.

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The Quiet Way the NIH Is Stalling Some Research Before It Starts

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Stephanie M. Lee A number of grant proposals have disappeared from scientists review pipelines, with little explanation. Applicants are bewildered and frustrated.

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Another Round of Cuts Hit Colleges in March

Inside Higher Ed

Another Round of Cuts Hit Colleges in March Josh Moody Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 AM Three public universities in Ohio announced job and program cuts in March. They were joined by public and private institutions coast to coast in making workforce reductions.

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Anthropic Launches Claude for Education

Campus Technology

Anthropic has announced a version of its Claude AI assistant tailored for higher education institutions. Claude for Education "gives academic institutions secure, reliable AI access for their entire community," the company said, to enable colleges and universities to develop and implement AI-enabled approaches across teaching, learning, and administration.

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As Cuts Pile Up, Can Scientists Win Back the Public?

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Maddie Khaw A renewed focus on engagement, some researchers say, is urgent and overdue. "When science is sidelined," one said, "people get hurt.

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Mapping a Multidimensional Framework for GenAI in Education

Educause

Prompting careful dialogue through incisive questions can help chart a course through the ongoing storm of artificial intelligence.

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Report shows impact of anti-DEI law on Texas’ LGBTQ+ college students

University Business

A new report shows Texas law banning DEI programs in higher education had a negative impact on the states LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff. The non-profit Equality Texas surveyed 23 LGBTQ+ students attending state colleges and universities to gauge the impact of Senate Bill 17. The law, which took effect in 2024, banned DEI programs and policies in public colleges and universities.

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Innovation and Collaboration in Higher Education During Challenging Times

Inside Higher Ed

Innovation and Collaboration in Higher Education During Challenging Times mnelson@upcea.edu Wed, 04/02/2025 - 03:00 AM The field of higher education is notoriously slow to change. Yet, when faced with the extraordinary challenges of today, our associations are quick to foster support, collaboration and unity.

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The NIH’s Cancellation of Hundreds of Grants Is an ‘Ideological Purge,’ Lawsuit Says

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Maddie Khaw The complaint, filed Wednesday by the American Public Health Association and the United Auto Workers union, joins a burgeoning resistance to research cuts.

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Information about "Hands Off Our Schools" rally in San Diego, April 8th, 8am-noon

Higher Education Inquirer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SAN DIEGO, Calif. Activist San Diego, in collaboration with 50501 San Diego, will host a grassroots rally Tuesday, April 8, protesting the elimination of the Department of Education and the billions of dollars in lost funding that will negatively impact our parents, teachers, and educators. The event coincides with Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon's appearance at the ASU + GSV Summit at the Manchester Grand Hyatt.

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U of Washington Research Coordinators, Consultants Unionize

Inside Higher Ed

More than 700 University of Washington research coordinators and consultants have unionized, joining already organized research scientists and engineers there to create a bargaining unit more than 2,000 members strong, the union announced. UAW 4121 said in a news release Tuesday that research coordinators and consultants are largely health-care professionals focused on research.

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You can’t survive on ramen and Natural Light: Lawmakers confront college food insecurity

University Business

While many college students are concerned about scoring a summer internship or scoping out the next good party, fourth-year Minnesota State University student Em Hodge and many people she knows have an entirely different concern: food insecurity. I know a lot of students and friends Ive worked with dont know where their next meal is coming from, Hodge said.

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Christian Francisco - Rice University, Football

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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April Fool’s Roundup: UF Launching Crypto, UNR Class Will Teach Students to Nap

Inside Higher Ed

The University of Florida is launching its own cryptocurrencya meme coin emblazoned with interim president Kent Fuchss face and dubbed FoxyGator, or FXG for shot.

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Cameron Brown - University of California, Merced, Basketball

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Public Health Agencies See Mass Layoffs

Inside Higher Ed

The Department of Health and Human Services laid off thousands of employees Tuesday, including several senior leaders, The Washington Post, the Associated Press and

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Jami Schlueter - University of Washington, Track/Cross Country

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Oxford Test of English launch: what we learned about student recruitment

The PIE News

UK university leaders gathered last week in the historic city of Oxford for the International Student Recruitment and Retention: Challenges and Solutions event at the University of Oxfords Blavatnik School of Government. Hosted by Oxford University Press, the day celebrated the launch of the new Oxford Test of English alongside insightful discussions from sector stakeholders about the constantly evolving landscape of international student recruitment.

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Josele Ballester - Arizona State University, Golf

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