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It is possible to tame higher education’s wicked problems – here’s how

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Claire Hamshire and Neil Barrett have developed a framework for moving forward incrementally to overcome inertia and make change happen

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This week in 5 numbers: The coming decline in high school graduates

Higher Ed Dive

We’re rounding up recent stories, from the latest study on the traditional college student pipeline to financial forecasts for the year ahead.

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A new timeline for Neanderthal interbreeding with modern humans

The Berkeley Blog

Surviving Neanderthal genes in modern genomes tell a story of thousands of years of interactions The post A new timeline for Neanderthal interbreeding with modern humans appeared first on Berkeley News.

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FIRE SURVEY: Only 20% of university faculty say a conservative would fit in well in their department

FIRE

A third of faculty say they self-censor their written work, nearly four times the number of social scientists who said the same in 1954 at the height of McCarthyism.

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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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Latest from Belong – students are earning, but what are we learning?

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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

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See which 9 schools are the latest to make college free

University Business

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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Judge Upholds Race Consideration at Naval Academy

Insight Into Diversity

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.

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A refocus on financial sustainability should mean a deeper think about regulation

Wonkhe

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

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Can a College Town Survive the Closure of Its College?

The Chronicle of Higher Education

For communities surrounding small colleges, the losses are more than economic. By Karin Fischer For communities surrounding small institutions, the losses are more than economic.

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Four big reasons you should oppose KOSA

FIRE

From its inception, KOSA has suffered from broad First Amendment and free speech issues. Here are four of the biggest.

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Netherlands province warns against curbs on international students

The PIE News

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.

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The Office for Students’ proposed new strategy for 2025–30

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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.

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A forgotten minority: Why we must better serve student parents

University Business

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.

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In Memoriam: Mourning the passing of David Bonderman, who shared the gift of exploration

UW Presidential Blog

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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Stakeholders raise alarm over fake IELTS scores in Pakistan

The PIE News

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.

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Student experience must be at the heart of the new International Education Strategy

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Anne Marie Graham calls for measurable objectives to ensure international students receive a world-class experience while in the UK

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12 amazing UC discoveries of 2024

The Berkeley Blog

Join us in looking back on some of 2024s most memorable discoveries from UC research. The post 12 amazing UC discoveries of 2024 appeared first on Berkeley News.

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We've Been Tracking Colleges' Dismantling of DEI for 8 Months. Here's What We've Found.

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Declan Bradley While many changes have been made as a result of state-level directives, more colleges are eliminating diversity offices and staff even when they arent required to do so.

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New AI tool helps students find ideal university programs

The PIE News

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,

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Institutional silos are making it harder to build learning environments for student success

Wonkhe

Everyone wants their learning environment to be flexible, engaging, and supportive.

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Estranged student data is critical to the development of evidence-led practice

HEPI

This HEPI blog was co-authored by Kate Brown, interim Director at Unite Foundation, and Denise Rawls, Executive Director at the National Network for the Education of Care Leavers (NNECL). In Scotland and Wales, Estranged Student is a required field for institutions returning student data. England must follow suit and ensure estranged students are #InvisibleNoMore.

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The Online Classroom: Trust, Explore, Engage

Faculty Focus

Many of you reading this article are online teachers and I would like to start by asking two questions: Are you a good online teacher? What are you doing that truly engages your students? The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant growth in how often higher education institutions offer online coursework and provided K-12 schools with the chance to begin their journeys into allowing students to take online coursework.

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Report finds inadequate Chinese student support at UK unis

The PIE News

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.

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University research can ensure that AI benefits society

Wonkhe

The tech industry might be able to outspend and outhire academia.

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UC Berkeley engineer Homayoon Kazerooni elected to the National Academy of Inventors

The Berkeley Blog

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.

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High school graduation numbers will decline. How to prepare

University Business

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.

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New visa rules in Italy could deter international students

The PIE News

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

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The realities of student transfer

Wonkhe

As the prospect of course or provider closure looms larger, Charlotte Corrish reflects on what student complaints tell us about the practicalities of student transfer

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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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 (

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Recommendations for States to Address Postsecondary Affordability

Higher Education Today

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.

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London Higher unveils interactive map highlighting city’s R&D reach

The PIE News

The interactive map , which was unveiled on December 9, features over 70 examples where London university research and development projects are “directly impacting” communities around England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Users can organise research impact case studies by regions, giving an insight into “place-oriented initiatives”, London Higher said in a release.

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It’s okay not to be okay sometimes

Wonkhe

What happens when collective acts of reassurance and optimism mask a growing crisis beneath? Jim Dickinson attempts to analyse the incentives What happens when collective acts of reassurance and optimism mask a growing crisis beneath?

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Paradigm Shift: DEI, Anti-DEI, or Underrepresentation?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In June 2023, the U. S. Supreme Court struck down race-consciousness in college admissions upending four decades of precedent and reshaping the landscape of higher education (Edelman, 2023, par. 1). This fundamental change reversed thinking about the equal protection clause under the 14th Amendment and galvanized states to reconsider their stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

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Innovating Together: 6 Essential Episodes for Higher Education Leaders

UIA (University Innovation Alliance)

Innovating Together: 6 Essential Episodes for Higher Education Leaders Elana Thu, 12/12/2024 - 06:25 Image Blog Post Higher Ed Leadership Inside Higher Ed Weekly Wisdom Its been another great year for the University Innovation Alliance (UIA), and were happy to share our top six episodes from the Innovating Together Podcast. These must-listen shows represent just a few of the innovations and challenges that were top of mind for higher education leaders in 2024.

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TU Dortmund partners with IIT Bombay for exchange, research

The PIE News

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.

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Higher education postcard: May Morning

Wonkhe

This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to Oxford for May Morning This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to Oxford for May Morning