Pew: Almost half of adults say the importance of a college degree has declined
Higher Ed Dive
JUNE 5, 2024
The research center found that just 1 in 4 adults say a four-year degree is a "very or extremely important" part of getting a well-paid job.
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Why I wouldn’t bet against a fee rise after the election
Wonkhe
JUNE 5, 2024
A big majority for Labour at the coming general election could give the new government cover to raise fees as part of a package to help universities get to safety The post Why I wouldn’t bet against a fee rise after the election appeared first on Wonkhe.
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University of the Arts president resigns, Temple eyes possible merger
Higher Ed Dive
JUNE 5, 2024
Kerry Walk announced she is leaving the Philadelphia university days after it announced suddenly it would shutter permanently this week.
Taking a closer look at how we target outreach programmes
Wonkhe
JUNE 5, 2024
The amount of data available for analysis means that we can be surer that outreach programmes are performing. Paul Martin explains how The post Taking a closer look at how we target outreach programmes appeared first on Wonkhe.
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Columbia College Chicago axes 70 positions on campus
Higher Ed Dive
JUNE 5, 2024
The cuts, which amount to roughly 5% of its staff and faculty, follow the approval of a broad restructuring plan to save millions in the budget.
Faculty Power on the Line in Kentucky
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
Faculty Power on the Line in Kentucky Ryan Quinn Wed, 06/05/2024 - 03:00 AM University of Kentucky leaders are on the verge of replacing a strong University Senate with a purely advisory body. Faculty members are asking a simple question: Why?
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New Commission on Faith-Based Institutions Launched
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
New Commission on Faith-Based Institutions Launched Sara Weissman Wed, 06/05/2024 - 03:00 AM A group of leaders of religiously affiliated colleges and universities gathered in Washington, D.C., for a first meeting hosted by the American Council on Education.
Anonymous Complaints and the Narrative Attacking Higher Education
Academe Blog
JUNE 5, 2024
By Matthew Boedy The Georgia conference of the AAUP recently published its semi-annual newsletter and I thought readers of this blog might be interested in one element of it.
Geographer Maps Origins of ‘Publish or Perish’
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
The phrase “publish or perish” is the dictum of modern academic survival. It sums up what many researchers at universities and colleges across the world understand about their careers: If you want to stick around, get your work published in high-impact journals. But, like many common phrases in the English language, it didn’t always have this interpretation.
Why Did This Beloved Arts College Have to Close?
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
By Eric Kelderman Monica Herndon, The Philadelphia Inquirer, AP Amanda Rattigan and Kayleigh Morrison, both Class of 2025 dance majors, dance during a student demonstration protesting the closure of the U. of the Arts, in Philadelphia. The University of the Arts gave students and employees just seven days' notice that it would shut its doors. “It didn’t appear to be a hair-on-fire situation,” one administrator said.
Avoiding the ‘Curse of Knowledge’ in Your Writing
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
Avoiding the ‘Curse of Knowledge’ in Your Writing Sarah Bray Wed, 06/05/2024 - 03:00 AM When seeking an academic editor, you may want to consider a generalist, writes Natalie Schriefer, who suggests how to find the best one for your work.
Research Finds that Higher Ed is Responsive to Labor Markets
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
A new study finds that colleges and universities are responding to changing labor market needs. Dr. Kevin Stange " Skills, Majors, and Jobs: Does Higher Education Respond? ” is the most recent study by the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research and part of a multiyear research project led by Dr. Kevin Stange, co-director of the University of Michigan's Education Policy Initiative.
UNC System’s Controlled DEI Demolition
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
UNC System’s Controlled DEI Demolition Liam Knox Wed, 06/05/2024 - 03:00 AM The University of North Carolina System board of governors voted to repeal the system’s DEI policy. Will the outcomes differ from those in states that did so through legislation?
The employability end game: are we preparing graduates for the future world of work?
The PIE News
JUNE 5, 2024
Most recently, Open AI introduced chat GPT, a form of generative AI – an LLM – that generates texts and images based on user queries and requests. The days following the launch of Open AI’s Chat GPT were fraught with uncertainty as pundits, tech experts, and even novices deliberated on the implications of Chat GPT and similar AI programs for employment.
Graduation Speakers on Democracy, Free College and Being a “Weird Person”
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
Graduation Speakers on Democracy, Free College and Being a “Weird Person” Johanna Alonso Wed, 06/05/2024 - 03:00 AM From Ken Burns to children’s YouTuber Ms. Rachel, commencement speakers tapped into the hopes, fears and quirks of the class of 2024.
Yet Again, the Number of College Dropouts Stays Persistently High
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
By Amanda Friedman But in a bright spot for higher ed, more of those former students returned to college from 2022 to 2023, according to the latest data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
Stewart Named Executive Vice President & Provost at Hampton University
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
Dr. Betty H. Stewart has been appointed executive vice president and provost at Hampton University, effective July 1. Dr. Betty H. Stewart “I hope to cultivate a culture of care and support within our university community, advocating for the success and happiness of students, faculty, and staff alike,” said Stewart. Stewart said her goal is to propel the university forward through collaboration.
Is online learning still popular after the pandemic ended?
University Business
JUNE 5, 2024
Although it existed before the pandemic, online learning took off with as many as 75% of college students enrolled in distance education courses in the fall of 2020. Is it still an option students prefer? New data from Forbes Advisor reveals enrollment declines in online learning since 2020, although participation remains robust. In the fall of 2022, approximately 54% of college students took online classes, which represents about 10 million learners. “Instead of reverting to the pre-pande
Number of Some College, No Credential Students Continues to Increase
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
While more students with some college, no credential (SCNC) re-enrolled in educational programs this year than last year, there are still 36.8 million Americans under the age of 65 without credentials, despite attending a postsecondary institution. “That’s an increase of 2.9%, or about one million learners, within the last year,” said Dr. Doug Shapiro, research and executive director at the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) Research Center, which gathers data on postsecondary institutions i
Coursera Coach: Leveraging GenAI to Empower Learners
Coursera blog
JUNE 5, 2024
Using pedagogy and user research to take a learner-centered approach Online education opens up a world of possibilities, enabling learners to acquire new skills and knowledge from anywhere, at their own pace. However, it can also present challenges, including staying motivated, balancing other life priorities, and overcoming roadblocks. At Coursera, we recognize these challenges and have been exploring ways to apply the power of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to help learners stay on
CIEE awards four US institutions $1m each to transform study abroad
The PIE News
JUNE 5, 2024
Arizona State University, Borough of Manhattan Community College, Northeastern University, and UC San Diego will each receive the funding over four years to establish new study abroad programs, as part of CIEE’s Pledge to Lead Change in Study Abroad. The initiative seeks to create international exchange programs that will advance institutional goals while improving student outcomes.
Harvard’s Largest Division Drops DEI Hiring Statements
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS), which houses 40 academic departments and more than 30 centers, is dropping diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) statements in its hiring processes.
Most American universities plunge in this popular international ranking
University Business
JUNE 5, 2024
Higher education powerhouses abroad are slowly increasing their reputation as over two-thirds of American universities slipped, according to this year’s international university ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), a global education strategy group. Six American institutions ranked in the top 100 fell 10 places or more. The University of Chicago, for one, crashed out of the top 20 after falling 10 places, now ranking 21st.
It's Time to Stop the Double Talk Around Diversity Hiring
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
First, let's admit that it's happening. By Matt Burgess Randy Lyhus for The Chronicle First, let's admit that it's happening.
Zimbabwe deregisters seven universities in India and Northern Cyprus
The PIE News
JUNE 5, 2024
In its initial statement on March 11, 2024, the government body, ZIMCHE , gave no reason for the deregistration of institutions but noted that “studying at an unaccredited institution may result in financial loss and have serious implications for one’s academic qualifications and career prospects.” “We strongly advise members of the public to verify the accreditation status of foreign universities they intend to enrol with or consider for their children’s university education,” read the statemen
FCC Issues Net Neutrality Final Rule
Educause
JUNE 5, 2024
Last month, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued the anticipated final rule to reclassify broadband internet access as a telecommunications service under Title II of the Communications Act, thus reestablishing the FCC's 2015 net neutrality regulations. The rule goes into effect on July 22, 2024.
Provosts on Gen AI, Tenure and Program Cuts: Key Podcast
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
Colleges and universities are undergoing intense pressure from a lot of angles—and their provosts are arguably at the epicenter of most of them. A new episode of The Key, Inside Higher Ed’s news and analysis podcast, explores our 2024 Survey of College and University Chief Academic Officers and topics such as the future of tenure, cost-cutting around academic programs and the potential impact of generative artificial intelligence.
CHRISTOPHER M. SPAN
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
Dr. Christopher M. Span Christopher M. Span has been appointed dean for the Graduate School of Education at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. He served as a professor in the Department of Education Policy, Organization and Leadership at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he holds a doctoral degree.
Mastering the Art of Enrollment: Designing a High-Converting Admissions Funnel From Prospect to Student
HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
JUNE 5, 2024
Reading Time: 10 minutes The journey from prospective student to enrolled pupil is anything but linear. It involves carefully planned interactions that balance communication, engagement, and persuasion guiding prospects through the decision-making process. At the heart of this journey is the admissions funnel —a powerful tool that, when optimized, can significantly enhance the effectiveness of your enrollment strategies.
Austrade awards students across India at SAEC 2024
The PIE News
JUNE 5, 2024
SAEC 2024, which saw participation from 33 student teams across prominent institutions in India, had students working in multidisciplinary teams to build tech-enabled solutions to solve real-world problems on one of the two themes – global net zero goals and artificial intelligence. Each team created a three-minute video pitch, evaluated by a panel of SAEC award sponsors, with the help of assigned mentors from Australian academia and business, who guided them with their video pitches.
Ask the Chair: How Do I Start Training for the Role Now?
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
A new assistant professor with an eye on administration asks how to get ready for leadership posts down the road. By Kevin Dettmar Sam Kalda for The Chronicle A new assistant professor with an eye on administration asks how to get ready for leadership posts down the road.
Lavinia Yosub, Livit International, Bali
The PIE News
JUNE 5, 2024
Introduce yourself. I am a future of work enthusiast and the CEO of Livit International , a support ecosystem for entrepreneurs, startups and remote workers who build exciting tech and digital businesses; we have an innovation hub in Bali & run a number of other programs remotely and internationally. I’m also the founder of the Remote Skills Academy , an education platform that has equipped over 10,000 Indonesian (and not only) young people with in-demand digital skills.I was born Romanian a
Unexpected Benefits of Projects in the Humanities: Academic Minute
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
Today on the Academic Minute, part of Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Benefits of Project-Based Learning Week: Ryan Madan, associate professor of teaching in the humanities and arts department, examines how a capstone project in the arts and humanities fields can benefit many types of students.
Collective’s Report Examines Foster Youth Educational Outcomes
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
Less than half of California’s students in foster care who complete high school enter postsecondary education within a year of graduation, according to a new report from The Foster Youth Pre-College Collective. Matt Strieker is CEO of United Friends of the Children, a member of The Foster Youth Pre-College Collective. The collective serves over 3,000 students annually among six leading California-based foster youth direct service provider organizations that, joined together, seek to enhance educ
Working-class kids are being denied a second chance at education | Letters
The Guardian - Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
Yvonne Williams on adult education that is now virtually nonexistent, and Geoff Reid on the non-financial value of a degree Gaby Hinsliff presents a compelling case for the 50% of young people eligible for higher education courses ( It’s the Tories who broke Britain, but now they want teenagers to pay for it, 31 May ), but why is no one, politician or journalist, making any kind of case for the young people who will pay an even higher price for government failure?
The Specter of 'Indoctrination'
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
How a military term became a culture-war shibboleth. By Colin Dickey How a military term became a culture-war shibboleth.
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