It is possible to tame higher education’s wicked problems – here’s how
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Claire Hamshire and Neil Barrett have developed a framework for moving forward incrementally to overcome inertia and make change happen
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Claire Hamshire and Neil Barrett have developed a framework for moving forward incrementally to overcome inertia and make change happen
University Business
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Nearly a dozen colleges and universities over the past month have announced tuition-free initiatives for incoming undergraduates as the traditional application season kicks back into full swing. It marks the latest step higher education leaders have taken to answer growing criticisms about affordability. The majority of institutions featured on this list are promising to wave select students’ tuition and fees based on familial financial data retrieved by FAFSA.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Removing barriers for students to use mental health services is one of the most important goals of college administrations today particularly for students of color and diverse backgrounds. In a recent article , Diverse outlined the various mental health challenges students face today and discussed how educators can offer more effective support. According to the 2023 Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) for returning students and the 2023 Survey of Entering Student Engagement (
The PIE News
DECEMBER 11, 2024
At the end of November, I had the opportunity to join the British Councils Going Global Conference in Abuja. Holding the flagship event in Nigerias capital was a strong statement: its first-ever Going Global to shine a light on Africa a continent whose population is projected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, and whose youth population , already the largest in the world, is set to double to over 830 million by the middle of this century.
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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
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Jim Dickinson assesses the findings of new polling from Belong on students' experiences of and impacts from being at work Jim Dickinson assesses the findings of new polling from Belong on students' experiences of and impacts from being at work
Insight Into Diversity
DECEMBER 11, 2024
A federal judge recently ruled that the U.S. Naval Academy may continue considering race as a factor in its admissions process, citing the unique needs of military readiness and national security. Judge Richard Bennett, in his decision, emphasized that the academy demonstrated a compelling national security interest in fostering a diverse officer corps.
University Leadership Central brings together the best content for university leaders and administrators from the widest variety of thought leaders.
The PIE News
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Genie, which the company Edvoy launched in September with “several millions of pounds” of investment, is an AI-powered search tool that helps students find the right university courses for them. Having initially been tested in the UK after two years of development, it is now used around the world by more than 4,600 recruitment agents, Sadiq Basha, CEO and founder at Edvoy, told The PIE News. “Agents, especially in India and Bangladesh and Nigeria and the Middle East are really,
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Mark Taylor makes the case for a change in the Office for Students regulatory framework to encourage more realistic planning and open the door to better dialogue
University Business
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Growing up, the thought of attending college rarely crossed my mind. Neither my parents nor my seven older siblings had pursued higher education, and I didnt know anyone in my community who did either. But becoming a mother reshaped my aspirations; I was determined to secure a better future for my child, though I had no clear path to begin this journey.
UW Presidential Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2024
I join the many people across the University of Washington who were saddened to learn of the passing of David Bonderman, who earned his undergraduate degree in Russian here in 1963. We are proud to count him among our alumni and grateful for his generous support, which created immense opportunities for students to transform their lives and expand their horizons through travel and cultural exchange.
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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.
The PIE News
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Local leaders, educational institutions, businesses, and other organisations from Limburg have penned an open letter to Eppo Bruins, the Netherlands minister of education, culture, and science, highlighting the provinces dependence on international students. Limburg has a strong international orientation due to its location on the border with Belgium and Germany.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Board voted over the weekend to remove Saint Augustines University (SAU) from membership, following its annual meeting in Austin, Texas. The private historically Black university in Raleigh, N.C., vowed to appeal the decision. While the appeal is underway, the university will remain accredited until the final decision of the appeals committee and, if necessary, an arbitration panel, weighs in on the matter.
The Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Kazerooni, a leading expert in robotics and human-machine systems, is known for creating medical exoskeletons that have allowed those who have been paralyzed to stand and walk. The post UC Berkeley engineer Homayoon Kazerooni elected to the National Academy of Inventors appeared first on Berkeley News.
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 11, 2024
England's higher education regulator is consulting on a new strategy designed to enable improvement. Debbie McVitty explains the new plan England's higher education regulator is consulting on a new strategy designed to enable improvement.
The PIE News
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A recent LinkedIn post by a career counsellor at a prominent school in Islamabad has gained traction for highlighting instances of fake IELTS results being circulated by certain agencies and agents in the country. As a dedicated school counselor from Pakistan, I can attest to the immense effort we put into guiding our students toward meaningful educational opportunities abroad.
ACRLog
DECEMBER 10, 2024
This time of year, at my university, and perhaps at yours as well, we are preparing to submit documentation for our annual performance reviews. As I get my activity reports ready for my first cycle in this process, I cant shake an idea surrounding the nature of academic evaluation. From report cards in elementary school to doctoral dissertation defenses to tenure and promotion procedures, the academy structures itself around the individual.
Higher Ed Dive
DECEMBER 13, 2024
We’re rounding up recent stories, from the latest study on the traditional college student pipeline to financial forecasts for the year ahead.
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Anne Marie Graham calls for measurable objectives to ensure international students receive a world-class experience while in the UK
The PIE News
DECEMBER 12, 2024
A report published today by HEPI and Uoffer Global has found that Chinese students are not being adequately supported by UK universities despite their collective contribution of 2.3 billion a year in tuition fees. Investigating integration challenges facing Chinese students amid growing uncertainty about their future in the UK, the report concludes that institutions must improve the support services on offer or risk the UK becoming less popular with students from China.
University Business
DECEMBER 11, 2024
In 2025, high school graduation numbers will peak before entering a period of prolonged decline, exacerbating pressures higher ed institutions are experiencing as they brace for the proverbial enrollment “cliff.” Nearly four million high school students will walk the graduation stage next year, the Western Interstate for Higher Education (WICHE) projects in the 11th installment of Knocking at the College Door , a comprehensive report that tracks graduation numbers in every state.
Higher Ed Dive
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Walberg will take the reins from Rep. Virginia Foxx, who led the panel twice and helped shape Republican discourse around higher education.
Higher Education Today
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Authors: Lauren Asher, Nate Johnson, Marissa Molina, and Kristin D. Hultquist Source: HCM Strategists An October 2024 report, Beyond Sticker Prices: How States Can Make Postsecondary Education More Affordable, reviews data to evaluate affordability of postsecondary education across nine states, including Alabama, California, Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.
The PIE News
DECEMBER 8, 2024
The Memorandum of Understanding was exchanged by IIT Bombay ‘s Milind Atrey, deputy director (academics, research and translation) and Dr. Tessa Flatten, vice president, TU Dortmund on behalf of the institutions. This partnership is a very important step for TU Dortmund Universitys internationalisation in terms of student exchange, research collaboration and entrepreneurship cooperation, Flatten told The PIE News.
Liaison International
DECEMBER 9, 2024
These days, it seems like everyone is talking about artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to redefine the future of higher education. But how well do you understand and speak the language of AI? Although much of the language that now informs conversations about innovation and success werent familiar to most people just a few years ago, its now mission critical for you and your peers to embrace AI literacy.
Faculty Focus
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Teaching is a dynamic endeavor. As instructors, we are continually looking for ways to grow and improve. We want to make sure that we are serving our students to the best of our abilities and, thereby, creating inclusive, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences. As part of this journey, we might consider incorporating high impact practices in our classrooms.
The Guardian - Higher Education
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Researchers say Chinese students feel they are treated as revenue sources rather community members Universities in the UK are being urged to provide better support for students from China to improve integration on campuses amid concerns about ethnic clustering. Chinese students make up a quarter of all international students and the 2.3bn fees they pay every year play a vital role in propping up the UKs cash-strapped higher education sector.
The PIE News
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Starting January 10, 2025, visa Type D applicants which includes students on programs longer than 90 days will have to secure an individual appointment at an Italian consulate for fingerprinting, increasing administrative demands on consulates and prospective students. In addition to the increased expense, many students will incur travelling to a consulate and the likelihood of massive wait times for visa appointments, I am concerned that this new requirement will impact students decision to s
Liaison International
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Key Takeaways: Shift from transactional to strategic planning to drive impactful enrollment outcomes. Adopt AI-powered tools for continuous optimization, moving beyond traditional analytics. Embrace holistic, omnichannel strategies that engage individual students on multiple platforms. Therecent AACRAO SEM Conference2024 was buzzing with insights and strategies to address the rapid changes reshaping the work of enrollment leaders.
Higher Education Today
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Title: Some College, No Credential Learners: Measuring Enrollment Readiness Source: Straighterline, UPCEA UPCEA and StraighterLine carried out a survey to examine the driving factors, obstacles, preparedness, and viewpoints of individuals who started but did not finish a degree, certificate, technical, or vocational program. This population, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, has grown to 36.8 million, a 2.9 percent.
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Everyone wants their learning environment to be flexible, engaging, and supportive.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The interim president of Tennessee State University abruptly resigned from his post earlier this week. "This decision is not made lightly," Dr. Ronald A. Johnson wrote to TSU students, faculty and staff. "It has become apparent that there is a fundamental difference of perspective with the board on how best to move this institution forward." Dr. Ronald A.
IHEP
DECEMBER 12, 2024
This season presents opportunities to share gratitude for the Institute for Higher Education Policys hard-working team and engaged partners, celebrate our impact, and set sights on the year ahead. Its also a time for reflection. A time to reflect on progress towards our vision of a more equitable and just society through higher education and a time to reflect on the vital need to continue our efforts with persistence and zeal into 2025 and beyond.
Coursera blog
DECEMBER 11, 2024
A collection of stories from the University of London program Earning the MSc in Cyber Security from the University of London is a transformative experience for students from many backgrounds. Because every student enrolls with unique motivations and aspirations, they each have something different to say about their time during and after the program.
Wonkhe
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The tech industry might be able to outspend and outhire academia.
HEPI
DECEMBER 7, 2024
By Dr Madina Tash, Dr Oussama Baher, and Dr Amira Hawas, lecturers in Finance at the University of Sussex Business School. The traditional model of higher education institutions in the UK has largely relied on student recruitment as the primary means of funding both staff salaries and research activities. However, a boom in student enrolments has created a critical challenge: how to maintain an equilibrium between student satisfaction and research output.
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