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The doctoral journey should be difficult. But only intellectually

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Structural barriers, underfunding, and exclusionary practices - Richard Budd calls for reform to the doctoral experience of getting in, on and out Structural barriers, underfunding, and exclusionary practices - Richard Budd calls for reform to the doctoral experience of getting in, on and out

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How one Pennsylvania college navigated the turbulent FAFSA season

Higher Ed Dive

Colleges can avoid a repeat of last cycle's challenges through consistent communication and creativity, a Widener University official says.

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U. of Michigan Student Government Impeaches President, VP for 'Inciting Violence' Over Student-Fee Dispute

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Katherine Mangan The leaders were elected last spring on a pro-Palestinian platform called Shut It Down, which promised to withhold funding for student groups in a bid to force the university to divest from Israel.

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Christian Brothers University says its poised to come off accreditor probation

Higher Ed Dive

Facing a multi-million deficit, the private Catholic institution declared exigency and made major cuts. Now it says it’s on track to bank a surplus.

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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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Wait, a College Owns the Land Beneath the Chrysler Building?

Inside Higher Ed

Wait, a College Owns the Land Beneath the Chrysler Building? Johanna Alonso Tue, 11/12/2024 - 03:00 AM Cooper Union, the New York college working to reinstate its long-standing free tuition policy, is engaged in a real estate battle over one of its most important assets.

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Should universities focus more on student and social purpose?

The PIE News

The core aims of a university have not changed in centuries. Yet financial pressures for the UK sector and geopolitical shifts are bringing tensions to a model which has stood the test of time. It raises questions not only about how the sector will sustain itself in the short-term, but also how it will operate in the future. Among those taking a more holistic approach is the University of Heriot-Watt Malaysia, pushing an emphasis on supporting students to ‘find their purpose’ over the mere pursu

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Young working-class people being ‘blocked’ from creative industries, study finds

The Guardian - Higher Education

Sutton Trust calls for improved access to creative education and industry dominated by upper middle-class Young people from working-class backgrounds are being “blocked” from entering the creative industries, which remain “elitist” and inaccessible, according to research. A report from the Sutton Trust found stark overrepresentation in the arts for those from the most affluent backgrounds, which it defines as those from “upper middle-class backgrounds”.

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Texas A&M Cuts Programs Amid Political Pressure

Inside Higher Ed

Texas A&M Cuts Programs Amid Political Pressure Josh Moody Tue, 11/12/2024 - 03:00 AM The flagship is eliminating dozens of programs, including an LGBTQ studies minor that a conservative lawmaker has criticized. He says he’ll soon target other institutions.

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How Professors Handled Classes After the Election

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Beckie Supiano Students’ reactions varied, as did their desire to discuss the subject. The same was true of how their instructors approached it.

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Voting Miscount Upends MSU Trustee Election

Inside Higher Ed

A counting error has disrupted a competitive race for two open seats on Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees, according to The Lansing State Journal.

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College Mania!, College Meltdown, and the other "C" Words

Higher Education Inquirer

What are we seeing in US higher education and American society today? Lower college enrollments (for some colleges), high student loan debt (for some consumers) and upward mobility and increasing wealth for others. Many of us hope to be the fortunate ones, through hard work and persistence. Culture and society (including myths, marketing and advertising, and media) tell folks that higher education is essential and elite education is necessary for upward social mobility.

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Beyond the Hype: Unlocking AI’s Potential in Enrollment Management

Inside Higher Ed

If artificial intelligence is key to the future of enrollment management—and many experts say it is—teams and their institutions need to understand how, when and why AI works.

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Studying abroad – disease or an opportunity? Let’s break the myth

The PIE News

Dhankar’s statement followed prime minister Modi’s pledge to reduce the number of young students seeking education outside India. While the vice president’s role is meant to be apolitical, his affiliations with the ruling government are widely recognised. Dhankar’s opposition to studying abroad seems particularly intriguing given his family’s background; reports indicate that his daughter has studied in three countries: the US, the UK, and briefly in Italy.

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Did Title VI Guidance to Colleges Suppress Protesters' First Amendment Rights? A Lawsuit Seeks Answers.

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By J. Brian Charles After antiwar protests spread across campuses last spring, federal officials privately told college officials to go above and beyond what antidiscrimination laws require, a free-speech group alleges.

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Tuskegee Increase Campus Security in Wake of Mass Shooting

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Tuskegee University has closed its campus from outsiders and fired its security chief in the wake of a mass shooting that disrupted homecoming festivities last weekend. Dr. Mark Brown An 18-year-old who was not a Tuskegee University student was killed, and 16 others were injured. "The Tuskegee University community is heartbroken by what happened on our campus Sunday morning," said Dr.

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The Role of Writing in Communicative Language Teaching: An Investigation of an AI-Integrated Classroom Activity

Faculty Focus

One of the persistent challenges in second language acquisition (SLA), especially within the communicative approach, is how to incorporate writing in a way that feels meaningful and beneficial to students. The communicative method, which focuses on teaching language through interaction and real-life communication, traditionally prioritizes speaking and listening skills, emphasizing real-time language use.

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Citizen scientists discover new, more virulent form of sudden oak death in Bay Area

The Berkeley Blog

Every year, volunteers with the UC Berkeley-led SOD Blitz Project survey tens of thousands of California trees for signs of the fungus-like pathogen. The post Citizen scientists discover new, more virulent form of sudden oak death in Bay Area appeared first on Berkeley News.

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A ‘Love Letter’ to the Admissions Profession

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Eric Hoover Ken Anselment on professional challenges, lessons in leadership, and why enrollment officials should pick up their megaphones.

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International early applications on the rise, UCAS data reveals

The PIE News

UCAS figures released last week revealed that international student early applications had risen for the 2025 cycle – a 4.7% increase in international applicants and a 1.3% overall increase in applications. The early deadline, October 15, is for all Oxbridge courses as well as medicine, dentistry, and veterinary degrees beginning in Autumn 2025. This deadline comes before the January 29 UCAS equal consideration deadline.

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From One Woman to Another

Inside Higher Ed

From One Woman to Another Elizabeth Redden Tue, 11/12/2024 - 03:00 AM Heather Setka writes that female colleagues can be one another’s best supports in teaching in male-dominated classrooms.

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3 ways campus bookstores can adapt to new habits

University Business

Colleges and universities adpating to the digitization of course materials are finding new functions for their campus bookstore, the once-ubiquitous center for students’ academic needs. The rise of online learning management systems and inclusive access models are supplying students with materials faster and cheaper than ever before. It may also be boosting student outcomes.

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The Election, ‘Our Final Warning’ and Us

Inside Higher Ed

The Election, ‘Our Final Warning’ and Us joshua.m.kim@d… Tue, 11/12/2024 - 03:00 AM Where “Universities on Fire” meets “Six Degrees of Climate Emergency.

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CSU Proposes New Framework for Student Success

Insight Into Diversity

The California State University (CSU) recently shared data from a major systemwide project highlighting its progress in supporting a more diverse student body and introducing a new plan to revamp student success measures. CSU launched Graduation Initiative 2025 in 2015 with the goals of helping more students graduate, closing gaps in degree completion, and addressing California’s workforce needs.

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Accreditation NECHE Style—From Prescriptive to Nuanced: Changing Higher Ed podcast 233 with Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Dr. Lawrence "Larry" Schall

The Change Leader, Inc.

Innovation in Higher Education Accreditation: How NECHE Leads Change Gone are the days of counting library books and checking boxes. With average presidential tenure plummeting to less than five years and a wave of institutional mergers reshaping American higher education, understanding the evolution from prescriptive to nuanced accreditation has become paramount for institutional survival.

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Transforming Hybrid Learning: How the University of Wollongong and Cisco are Revolutionising the Student Experience

Cisco blogs - Education

Discover how the University of Wollongong's partnership with Cisco is setting a new standard in hybrid learning by leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance student experiences and achieve global recognition.

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Colleges Create Spaces to Support Student Veterans

Insight Into Diversity

Transitioning from military service to college life presents unique challenges for student veterans. To foster a sense of belonging and community, many higher education institutions are developing physical spaces on campus dedicated to military-affiliated students. These spaces provide opportunities for connection, support, and resources, contributing to improved retention and graduation rates.

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State universities facing issues as they seek to maintain enrollment

University Business

Enrollment at the three state universities has been holding steady recently, but there are some challenges ahead. Regents associate academic officer Jason Pontius says enrollment remains down from the record peak in the fall of 2016. “Forty percent of that drop over that time are from Chinese national students who are choosing not to attend our universities,” he says.

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Working environments: a short overview of the literature

SRHE

by Nic Kipar We rarely consider whether staff on our campuses are enjoying their work environments and are able to be their most creative and effective selves. We should ask individuals how they work best, to enable them to thrive. Staff should be given the freedom to experiment with different settings, without others imposing judgments based on their own limited perspectives.

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More veterans, military members are applying to Alabama colleges. Here’s why

University Business

Jacob Padgett has been in the Air National Guard for seven years, and he’s already planning his next career move. He’s a graduate student studying cybersecurity at the University of Alabama at Huntsville and is considering getting a Ph.D. or a second master’s degree. “I enjoy cybersecurity,” Padgett said. “My end goal is to commission within the Air Force.

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Learn IT, Work IT: Unlock Your Career Potential With Simulations vs. Sandbox Labs

Today's Learner

Reading Time: 4 minutes Hands-on experience is essential across critical career fields. Without it, the risks are real — a med student could jeopardize a patient’s life. A programmer might create software filled with bugs. A cybersecurity analyst could expose sensitive company data to breaches. No matter the industry, virtual environments like simulations and sandbox labs play a vital role when it comes to enhancing skills and preparing individuals for real-life challenges.

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3 GenAI prompting methods worth trying

Coursera blog

In our past few issues, we’ve been highlighting specific career areas, namely business management , data analytics , and cybersecurity. This week, we’re going to zoom out and return to a more widely applicable topic, AI skills. At first glance, AI skills may seem highly technical. The name alone can bring to mind mechanical and robotic imagery. And, truthfully, some aspects of AI are highly technical.

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New Presidents or Provosts: Cleveland State CC, Felician, Highland CC, Lake Superior State, Mitchell Hamline, South Carolina–Aiken, Southern Oregon, Washington & Jefferson

Inside Higher Ed

New Presidents or Provosts: Cleveland State CC, Felician, Highland CC, Lake Superior State, Mitchell Hamline, South Carolina–Aiken, Southern Oregon, Washington & Jefferson Doug Lederman Tue, 11/12/2024 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Doug Lederman

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Webinar: What the National Elections Mean for Community Colleges

AACC

Join the AACC government relations team as they break down the presidential and congressional election outcomes and what they portend for community colleges. What could be the potential impact on federal funding? Tax policy? Higher education and workforce legislation? Regulations? Find out what you need to know about the political and policy landscapes to be […] The post Webinar: What the National Elections Mean for Community Colleges first appeared on AACC.

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Liz Gross's Top Picks for the 2018 eduWeb Digital Summit

Campus Sonar

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These are the best college presidents of the century—according to one list

University Business

You’ve waded through all the other rankings: the top colleges and universities , prettiest campuses , best college towns —but did you know there is also a list that purports to rank best college presidents? A new report from the American Enterprise Institute ranked more than 400 current and former college and university presidents who served between the 2001-02 and 2022-23 academic years.

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Why a Tufts U. Department Found Itself in a Spat With a Congressman Over Transgender Rights

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Garrett Shanley A department chair said he'd no longer facilitate student internships with Rep. Seth Moulton, Democrat of Massachusetts, over his comments about transgender athletes. Now, Tufts officials have walked that back.