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Johns Hopkins University in talks to establish India campus

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During a visit to India last week, a high-level delegation from the Maryland-based institute discussed the possibility of establishing an offshore campus in India. The university has already launched two initiatives in India to address tuberculosis elimination and promote gender equality in STEM and Medicine.

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The case for the devolution of higher education policy

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As a Cabinet Minister, he served as Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills (2007 to 2009) and Communities and Local Government (2009 to 10). He is currently a Professorial Research Fellow at Southampton University and Director of the Centre for English Identity and Politics.

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Western Michigan University Provost Heilig Steps Down After Two Years of Record-Breaking Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Julian Vasquez Heilig, the first underrepresented minority Provost in Western Michigan University's history, announced his resignation from the position after a two- year tenure marked by significant institutional achievements. During his leadership, WMU set all-time records for online programs, graduation rates, and student retention.

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Should universities focus more on student and social purpose?

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The core aims of a university have not changed in centuries. 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 pursuit of credentials. We use it to enrich and enhance traditional education,” says Al-Atabi.

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University of Surrey to open branch campus in India’s GIFT City

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The campus will be delivered in collaboration with GUS Global Services (GGS), in Gujarat’s GIFT City, Indias special economic zone , where institutions are free from the regulations that govern the rest of the country.

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Morgan State University’s Bold Journey Toward Elite R1 Research Status

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Wilson For Morgan State University president Dr. David K. Wilson,the quest to attain R1 status the highest designation auniversity can get for its research enterprise is aboutmore than just attaining some sort of higher education sealof approval. million in 2023 and was expected to surpass $50 million for 2024.

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Sri Lankan students set their sights on Indian universities

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Discussions at the New Delhi event centered on Indias growing appeal as a destination for international students and a key partner for global institutions seeking to enhance their internationalisation strategies. The only issue right now is that we need to help Indian universities, especially public ones, with capacity building.