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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How to IPEDS Part I
Higher Ed Data Stories
JUNE 5, 2024
Most, but not all, of the data visualizations on this site use data from IPEDS , the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. And all of the visualizations (as I recall) use Tableau , a very powerful data visualization tool, especially for people like me who don't know how to write the code necessary in some software packages. In this post, I'll start with a few of the easiest and quickest ways to get data out of IPEDS.
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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.
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.
Navigating Higher Ed’s Tech & Budget Crunch: Yes, You Can Survive
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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
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.
Taking a closer look at how we target outreach programmes
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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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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?
It's Time to Stop the Double Talk Around Diversity Hiring
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
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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.
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.
Understanding the Social Change Model of Leadership (SCM): Igniting Students’ Academic Development P
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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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Fellowship Program Highlights the Work of Disabled Scholar-Activists
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
During her 12 years at San Francisco State University’s (SFSU) Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability , Interim Director Dr. Emily Beitiks has tried to honor the legacy of the institute’s late founder and namesake. Longmore, an SFSU history professor who made major contributions to the field of disability studies, “beautifully wore [two] hats — bringing his activist work into his work as a scholar,” Beitiks said.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sonoma State Walks Back Ousted President’s Agreement With Protesters
Inside Higher Ed
JUNE 5, 2024
Sonoma State University has released a new plan that appears to walk back several provisions of an agreement that former President Mike Lee reached with pro-Palestinian protesters to de-escalate an encampment on campus last month, The Press Democrat reported.
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
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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.
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?
How UK-Indonesia partnerships are driving ASEAN literacy
The PIE News
JUNE 5, 2024
The country’s power is in these statistics but also in its “ambitious” nature as a player on the global higher education stage, explains Summer Xia, British Council country director for Indonesia and lead for Southeast Asia. Much of the British Council ’s internationalisation efforts across the Southeast Asia region lie in promoting the value of a UK education abroad but Xia is keen to talk up the educational opportunities the region can offer to international students, global institutions and f
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
Number of students flagged for extremist views rises by half
The Guardian - Higher Education
JUNE 5, 2024
Growth in university students identified by government’s Prevent programme is worrying, says campaign group Hope Not Hate The number of university students flagged under the government’s Prevent counter-extremism programme has gone up by 50% in two years, with “mixed, unclear or unstable” (MUU) ideologies showing the biggest increase, according to new figures.
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