Financial pressure grows for colleges, Fitch says
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The credit ratings agency pointed to fluctuating demand and high costs for institutions, among other challenges.
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Are innovation and quality assurance compatible?
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Julie Hulme and Bunmi Omorotionmwan argue that collaboration, innovation and ditching tradition are crucial to closing awarding gaps, improving student outcomes, and securing quality
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How DEI Initiatives on Islamophobia Fall Short
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 18, 2024
How DEI Initiatives on Islamophobia Fall Short Elizabeth Redden Fri, 10/18/2024 - 03:00 AM Nadia Ahmad suggests steps institutions can take to create better anti-Islamophobia initiatives.
Economist James A. Robinson, a new Nobel laureate, left a lasting impact in his years at UC Berkeley
The Berkeley Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Robinson helped to transform the study of development in low-income countries, and built a network of influential former students. His win is now one of four 2024 Nobel Prizes awarded to scholars with UC Berkeley connections. The post Economist James A. Robinson, a new Nobel laureate, left a lasting impact in his years at UC Berkeley appeared first on Berkeley News.
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State politics are swaying college choice, survey finds
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Students from both sides of the aisle are increasingly citing sociopolitical motivations when ruling out states from their college search.
The Research Excellence Framework cannot carry the can for the whole research ecosystem
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 13, 2024
James Coe looks asks whether a proposal to scrap the REF is a symptom of bigger problems in the research ecosystem James Coe looks asks whether a proposal to scrap the REF is a symptom of bigger problems in the research ecosystem
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World Humanities Report, directed by UC Berkeley’s Sara Guyer, warns of extinction risk to human knowledge
The Berkeley Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The ambitious report — complete as of today — was a six-year global effort that includes 10 recommendations for how to protect the humanities. The post World Humanities Report, directed by UC Berkeley’s Sara Guyer, warns of extinction risk to human knowledge appeared first on Berkeley News.
Nearly 90 Portland State University faculty face potential layoffs
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The public university’s AAUP chapter has criticized leadership for turning to job cuts while spending on construction and has questioned its budget stance.
Research assessment has always been controversial, yet it necessarily persists
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OCTOBER 13, 2024
Arguing about research assessment has been a central feature of seventy-five years of higher education policy.
Group Says 4 Cornell Students Banned From Campus for 3 Years
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 18, 2024
A pro-Palestinian group said Cornell University has banned four students from campus for three years for participating in the successful Sept. 18 disruption and shutdown of a university-hosted career fair that included weapons manufacturers.
Berkeley Talks: A return to monarchy? Bradley Onishi on Project 2025
The Berkeley Blog
OCTOBER 18, 2024
“Project 2025 is a deeply reactionary Catholic vision for the country,” said Onishi, a scholar on religion who gave the 2024 Berkeley Lecture on Religious Tolerance. The post Berkeley Talks: A return to monarchy? Bradley Onishi on Project 2025 appeared first on Berkeley News.
ACT, SAT scores decline year over year
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The class of 2024’s average scores were lower compared to peers from the previous graduating class, but participation in school day testing was stronger.
Beware the lure of simplicity in reforming the Research Excellence Framework
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 13, 2024
James Wilsdon argues that "low-bureaucracy" proposals to replace the REF are based on faulty calculations, and overlook the broader progressive potential of responsible research assessment
Black, Hispanic Faculty Far Less Likely to Get ‘Gold Standard’ Tenure Recommendations
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Black, Hispanic Faculty Far Less Likely to Get ‘Gold Standard’ Tenure Recommendations Ryan Quinn Tue, 10/15/2024 - 03:00 AM A study published this month focusing on five unnamed universities adds to research on racial disparities in the professoriate.
BREAKING: Supreme Court revives lawsuit of citizen journalist arrested for asking a question
FIRE
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The Supreme Court agreed to review Priscilla Villarreal’s case, vacated the Fifth Circuit’s 9-7 decision against her, and sent the case back to the Fifth Circuit.
Western Washington University to nix about 55 jobs amid $18M budget cut
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The public institution blamed the structural deficit in part on “lingering pandemic revenue shortfalls,” salary increases and inflation.
Higher education postcard: Exeter revisited
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 17, 2024
This week’s card from Hugh Jones’ postbag takes us back to the West Country
Most Campus Tech Leaders Say Higher Ed Is Unprepared for AI’s Rise
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Most Campus Tech Leaders Say Higher Ed Is Unprepared for AI’s Rise kathryn.palmer… Wed, 10/16/2024 - 03:00 AM Inside Higher Ed’s third annual survey of campus chief technology officers shows that while there’s enthusiasm for artificial intelligence’s potential to enhance higher education, most institutions don’t have policies that support enterprise-level uses of AI.
Personal Statements – a redraft rather than a reform?
HEPI
OCTOBER 13, 2024
This HEPI blog was kindly authored by Sarra Jenkins , Director of Future Pathways at Loughborough Grammar School. Sarra has previously blogged for HEPI on the topics of getting the best fit for students and supporting students to move into higher education. ‘Miss, the Year 12s are so lucky – Personal Statements are being scrapped for them…’ Writing etiquette precludes me from including an ‘eye-roll’ emoji here, but that was definitely my first reaction when one of my Year 13 Politics
The fallout: A two-part look at the University of the Arts’ closure and legacy
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Higher Ed Dive traveled to Philadelphia to chronicle the lasting impact of a beloved arts education institution’s sudden demise.
Yes but where does all the time go?
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Jim Dickinson has been to a teaching and learning conference - and like the sector as a whole, lost track of time Jim Dickinson has been to a teaching and learning conference - and like the sector as a whole, lost track of time
Why Students Are Disrupting Career Fairs
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Pro-Palestinian students at Harvey Mudd College, Tufts University, and others have protested the presence of certain companies at recent career fairs. Pro-Palestinian protest activity has declined on college campuses this semester, at least compared to the tumultuous events of last spring.
Challenges Persist for Early-Career Black Academics
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 14, 2024
In an “embarrassing moment” to witness, a British university’s vice-chancellor “beelined” for the only Black academic at a PhD reception, despite not having spoken to any other candidates. At a European research institute, the only Black female researcher was included in every possible photo, even when the subject of the photo opportunity was unrelated to her area of expertise.
How have statewide race-conscious admissions bans impacted college and labor outcomes?
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A new working paper examines what happened in four states that barred these practices within their borders over two decades ago.
Stepping across disciplines for experiential learning brings threats to academic identity
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OCTOBER 15, 2024
Kate Black considers the relational and emotional dynamics that can affect academics engaged in cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teaching Kate Black considers the relational and emotional dynamics that can affect academics engaged in cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teaching
7-Month Boston University Grad Worker Strike Ends, but Fight May Not Be Over
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 17, 2024
7-Month Boston University Grad Worker Strike Ends, but Fight May Not Be Over Ryan Quinn Thu, 10/17/2024 - 03:00 AM The student employees won their first union contract after months of bargaining and then a lengthy walkout. But the agreement, which only lasts three years, doesn’t achieve some major demands.
Not using AI is “disservice” to students
The PIE News
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Rather than be deterred by fears surrounding data privacy and cheating, universities must actively embrace generative AI to prepare students for the future of work and to enhance personalised learning and the accessibility of education, conference delegates heard. “Students will go on to get jobs where they use AI… if you’re not preparing them because of fears of AI then you’re doing them a disservice,” Ryan Lufkin, vice president of global academic strategy at Instructure told delegates
Walden University’s $28.5M class-action settlement with students gets court approval
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Plaintiffs alleged the for-profit college drew out the capstone phase of a doctorate program that targeted women and Black students in its recruitment.
Universities must address menopause in the workplace
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Kristine Brance and Hyun-Joo Lim reflect on why the menopause can be a particular issue in higher education, why stigma still exists, and what can be done about it
Neutrality Directive Raises Concerns for Yale Women’s Center
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Neutrality Directive Raises Concerns for Yale Women’s Center Josh Moody Thu, 10/17/2024 - 03:00 AM Yale University administrators urged a student group to adopt a policy of “broad neutrality” after clashes over Palestinian advocacy. Some say the vague directive could chill speech.
Clamping down on international HE will damage global development
THE (Times Higher Education)
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Policymakers must recognise that international education is a lifeline for low- and middle-income countries, say Maia Chankseliani and Joonghyun Kwak
George Washington University police chief resigns amid gun program probe
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The institution began arming campus officers during James Tate’s tenure, but the department faces allegations that it wasn’t following safety rules.
Podcast: Graduate jobs, sexual misconduct, NSS analysis
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 17, 2024
This week on the podcast we look at the latest graduate recruitment trends as the Institute of Student Employers reveals a 60 per cent surge in applications per vacancy
How U.S. Plans to Recognize Colleges for Student Success
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 18, 2024
How U.S. Plans to Recognize Colleges for Student Success jessica.blake@… Fri, 10/18/2024 - 03:00 AM The Education Department has selected 200 colleges eligible for recognition of their efforts to boost degree completion. But some experts question how it chose the institutions.
When Kamala Harris is speaking, this professor is listening
The Berkeley Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Watch UC Berkeley linguistics professor Nicole Holliday break down the linguistic signals in Kamala Harris' speech. The post When Kamala Harris is speaking, this professor is listening appeared first on Berkeley News.
Stopped-out students are confident in their academic skills — but financial concerns remain
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2024
A new survey from UPCEA and StraighterLine examined potential motivations that could spur former students to return to higher education.
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