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ASHE Conference Urges Humanization of Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In order to enact human values, we have to start with ourselves. The conference theme this year is humanizing higher education, and hundreds of scholars from across the country gathered here to share their research, resources, and make connections. These values run contrary to systemic oppression.

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Disruption, Evolution, and Leadership

UIA (University Innovation Alliance)

Disruption, Evolution, and Leadership. Higher Ed Leadership. When President LeBlanc began his first higher ed leadership position in 1996, the year of the dotcom boom, he saw a role for digital technology at Vermont's small, struggling Marlboro College. Learning Leadership the Hard Way. Thu, 10/06/2022 - 06:00.

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How leading universities are preparing the future workforce with digital and human skills

Coursera blog

Below, discover how universities around the world are meeting the demand with top courses that teach job-relevant skills, like GenAI and project management, as well as foundational subjects, like communication and leadership. Notably, 10% of those courses focused on GenAI , the fastest-growing skill for both 2024 and 2025.

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Will the use of generative AI shift higher education from a knowledge-first system to a skills-first system?

HEPI

The advent of search engines has made acquiring knowledge more accessible, while generative AI has automated the communication of knowledge. It was suggested that these are distinctly human skills: relationship building, in-person communication, and leadership. Are we explicitly teaching these skills within the curriculum?

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The Importance of Women’s Leadership in Higher Education

Kortext University Leaders' Blog

Firstly, education is a fundamental human right that should be accessible to all, regardless of gender. Things are looking up… There have been positive trends and progress in promoting women’s leadership in higher education in recent years. But we’re not there yet.

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HBCU Scholars Program Celebrates 10 Years with 2024 Cohort

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Members of the 2024 cohort were selected for their exceptional academic achievements, leadership potential, and dedication to their communities. They represent 23 states and 11 countries in disciplines, including science, technology, engineering, math, humanities, social sciences, and the arts.

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Assume the Best: Trust-Based Strategies for Empowering College Students

Faculty Focus

Student-led discussions: Rotate leadership roles for class discussions, allowing students to take ownership of their learning with their peers. Active learning increases student performance in science, engineering, and mathematics. Provide guidance and resources to ensure they feel confident in this role. Freeman, S., McDonough, M.,

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