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MARCH 16, 2025

Though every higher education provider is different, changes driven by financial problems start with five similar questions.

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Academe Blog

MARCH 20, 2025

POSTED BY HANK REICHMAN The following extraordinary statement was published today in the New York Review of Books and is reposted here with their permission. The statement’s signatories include virtually every leading First Amendment scholar in the country, conservative and liberal.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Dr. Nicole Pulliam In my first year as a faculty member, I was the shiny new object. As a woman of color, a first-generation college graduate, and someone raised in a limited-income home, I was celebrated for bringing fresh perspectives and ideas. Colleagues praised my energy, students gravitated to my classes, and I was recruited for every diversity committee imaginable.

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HEPI

MARCH 16, 2025

This HEPI blog was kindly authored by colleagues at the German Embassy in London and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). #ShoutOutForGerman this is the title of a week-long campaign from 17 to 21 March to showcase all things German across the entire UK and inspire learning German. The German Embassy London and the German Academic Exchange Service are only two of the organisations behind this campaign.

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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

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The PIE News

MARCH 18, 2025

The findings come from a study conducted by the German Economic Institute (IW) on behalf of DAAD , which reveals the powerful economic boost international students bring to Germany. Around 405,000 international students are currently studying in Germany. The approximately 80,000 international students who began their studies with the intention of graduating in 2022 will pay almost 15.5 billion more in taxes and duties over the course of their lives than they receive in benefits from the German s

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The Guardian - Higher Education

MARCH 15, 2025

Home Office told Manikarnika Dutta to quit Britain for spending too many days abroad for study A high-achieving academic has been threatened with deportation from the UK because the Home Office says she has spent too many days conducting her research requiring access to historic Indian archives stored in India. Manikarnika Dutta, 37, a historian, conducted the research as part of her academic commitments to the University of Oxford, which involved studying archives in cities in India and attendi

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Higher Ed Dive

MARCH 19, 2025

Growing divides in physics and other fields at less selective colleges may be troubling for institutions hoping to graduate students into high-paying careers.

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The PIE News

MARCH 18, 2025

At The PIE Live 2024, there was a clear sense of unison in the sector as we waited for the outcome of the MAC review. At this years event with many universities facing cuts or financial uncertainty there was noticeably more divide and debate over approaches to international student recruitment. Some institutions we spoke to are responding with targeted 12-month plans to secure more students in established markets, whilst others are building out five-year strategic plans designed to land-and-ex

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

When it comes to the ethical issues raised by artificial intelligence, colleges and universities are out in front. Many schools already look to AI to support teaching, learning, research, back-office functions and even physical security. At the same time, theyre being proactive and thoughtful in asking important questions about the responsible use of this powerful technology.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Dr. Shantay N. Bolton Columbia College Chicago has appointed Dr. Shantay N. Bolton as its eleventh president and chief executive officer, marking a historic milestone for the 135-year-old institution. Bolton, who will officially begin her tenure on July 1, becomes the first woman to lead the creative arts-focused college in nearly 90 years and the first woman of color in the institution's history to serve as president.

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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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Wonkhe

MARCH 18, 2025

This week on the podcast - recorded live at our Secret Life of Students event in London - we get across the financial crisis facing universities in Scotland. Can the SNP hold its free education line forever?

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The PIE News

MARCH 19, 2025

Wales has a proud history of internationalism. It has long been a strong global citizen, building bonds with communities and nations. Our tertiary education sector has a notable heritage of raising Waless voice on the global stage and welcoming the world to Wales. Building on this, Universities Wales has published a report calling for a comprehensive strategy for international education and research for Wales.

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Higher Ed Dive

MARCH 20, 2025

The system cited uncertainty at both the federal and state level, including heavy potential cuts from the National Institutes of Health.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 17, 2025

Harvard University announced on Monday that Harvard will now be free for students from families with annual incomes of $100,000 or less and tuition-free for students from families with annual incomes of $200,000 or less, according to the Harvard Gazette. This expansion of financial aid, effective as of the 2025-26 academic year, will enable approximately 86 percent of U.S. families to qualify for financial aid at Harvard.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 20, 2025

There are many approaches to designing an online course, and finding the right balance may depend on a variety of factors ranging from content topics to types of assessments. Students who opt for e-learning likely prefer it for the flexibility it affords, but that doesnt mean they want to miss out on engaging with their classmates or instructor in a meaningful way.

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The PIE News

MARCH 21, 2025

With Mark Carney sworn in as Canadas new Prime Minister, major education groups have urged the incoming cabinet to recognise international students’ vital role in the countrys economy. As Canada has already implemented study permit caps and post-graduation work permit restrictions over the past year, stakeholders are pinning their hopes on Carney.

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Higher Ed Dive

MARCH 21, 2025

Civil rights groups in the state celebrated the move, but Republicans are expected to override the governor's decision next week.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 20, 2025

Charitable contributions to American colleges and universities increased by 3 percent in the 2023-2024 academic fiscal year when adjusted for inflation, according to a report released Thursday by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). The annual CASE Insights on Voluntary Support of Education (VSE) survey reveals that higher education institutions received a total of $61.50 billion in charitable donations, demonstrating continued donor confidence despite economic fluctuatio

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HEPI

MARCH 17, 2025

Abigail Hamer is Legal Principal at the Equality and Human Rights Commission. The Equality and Human Rights Commission is the regulator for equality and human rights issues. We intervened in the case of The University of Bristol v Dr Robert Abrahart to provide guidance to the court about the Equality Act 2010. The Act has been in force for over 10 years, so the legal duties contained within it are not new.

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The PIE News

MARCH 18, 2025

The partnership will see psychology programs delivered at NIBM in collaboration with the university, allowing Sri Lankan students to gain a global perspective and propel their careers. A special signing ceremony at the universitys Colchester Campus attended by Essexs vice-chancellor, Maria Fasli and NIBM director general, D. M. A. Kulasooriya helped launch the partnership.

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Higher Ed Dive

MARCH 20, 2025

The agency must also reinstate canceled grants to the members of AACTE and two other educator preparation groups that sued.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 20, 2025

Dr. Mary Dana Hinton March 12th would have been my mothers 99th birthday. It surprises me every day that shes not here to celebrate it. For her entire life, she was a vibrant testament to the value and the necessity of education for women. My mother believed in the promise that with an education, you could not only help yourself but also have an obligation to help those around you.

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Inside Higher Ed

MARCH 21, 2025

The University of California Systems president announced a systemwide hiring freeze and other cost-saving measures, such as delaying maintenance and reducing business travel where possible. Because every UC location is different, these plans will vary, president Michael V. Drake said in a Wednesday letter to the campuses of one of the countrys largest higher education systems.

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The PIE News

MARCH 17, 2025

Though enrolment in UK universities from East Asia remained stable, it saw a slight decline of -0.1% in 2022/23 due to a 2.6% drop in students from China, while enrolments from Northeast Asia and Southeast Asia increased by 3.8% and 3.5%, respectively. Delegates at the British Councils East Asia Education Week 2025 in Hong Kong heard that studying in the UK has become more expensive for East Asian families compared to previous years. “East Asia as a whole is becoming increasingly price sen

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Wonkhe

MARCH 16, 2025

Change is inevitable, but it can come fast, or slow.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Kevin Howell The University of North Carolina Board of Governors has elected Kevin Howell as North Carolina State University's 15th chancellor, marking a historic appointment as the first chancellor to have also served as the university's student body president. Howell, who will assume the role on May 5, will succeed Chancellor Randy Woodson, who is retiring in June after 15 years of leadership.

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Higher Ed Dive

MARCH 18, 2025

The U.S. Department of Education claims mandated tests like NAEP won’t be impacted, but laid-off employees beg to differ.

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The PIE News

MARCH 21, 2025

Although the history of the institution dates back over 100 years, it only achieved degree-awarding powers last year. Specialising in agriculture and life sciences, SRUC hopes to become an increasingly attractive choice for international students. “For many years, SRUC’s been a sleeping giant,” SRUC’s principal and chief executive Wayne Powell told The PIE News. “Now we’ve awoken and we can see huge amount of potential in what we can offer here in Scotland.

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University Business

MARCH 19, 2025

Dismissing the value of a college degree has become a national pastime. Everyone from Silicon Valley to Capitol Hill is jockeying to land the hardest punch on higher education. Traditionally, a college degree signals someone has the skills to become a high achiever. But in recent years, more employers are questioning the primacy of the four-year degree and are instead searching for ways to hire individuals with specific skills.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 19, 2025

Historically Black and Predominantly Black community colleges across the South received an unprecedented $2.7 billion in federal pandemic relief funding, according to a new study released Wednesday by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies. The report, Equity and Emergency: COVID-19 Relief Funding at Historically and Predominantly Black Community Colleges in the South, examines how 39 institutions across 10 Southern states utilized Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) allo

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Higher Ed Dive

MARCH 17, 2025

AI and digital tools are reshaping higher ed. Can they bridge the cost-value gap? Explore new insights today!

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The PIE News

MARCH 19, 2025

This highly anticipated session welcomed international students from across the UK to London, providing them with a platform to speak truth to power. Speaking to a diverse group of stakeholders including university representatives, policymakers, agents, and service providers students shared candid insights into their experiences: what worked, what didnt, and what needs to change to improve the journey for future cohorts.

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ACRLog

MARCH 21, 2025

Musings on Teaching a Difficult Topic Stepping into the classroom of an academic integrity session has a distinctively different energy than a regular university classroom. For one thing, almost no one in the room is there by choice – and you can feel it. The body language, the facial expressions, and the overall lack of enthusiasm or even outright hostility from the students makes for a very difficult environment to teach in, especially when youre a newbie unconfident in your ability to c

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 20, 2025

Dr. Marlene Tromp The University of Vermont (UVM) Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Marlene Tromp as the institution's 28th president. Tromp, who is currently serving as president of Boise State University, will assume her new role later this summer. "Dr. Tromp brings with her the experience and ability for great success that will benefit the university, community, and state," said Cynthia Barnhart, Board of Trustees chair and co-chair of the Presidential Search Advisory Committee.

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Higher Ed Dive

MARCH 18, 2025

The Catholic institution in Wisconsin is still trying to cut $7 million from its fiscal 2026 budget after previously initiating multiple rounds of layoffs.

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