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FACULTY UNIONS SUE TRUMP ADMIN: NO HALTING SCIENCE RESEARCH TO SUPPRESS SPEECH (American Federation of Teachers)

Higher Education Inquirer

The plaintiffs, who represent members of Columbia University faculty in both the humanities and sciences, allege that this coercive tactic not only undermines academic independence, but stops vital scientific research that contributes to the health and prosperity of all Americans. The full complaint can be read here.

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A Multipronged Approach to Harnessing Virtual Reality to Advance the HBCU Mission

Faculty Focus

The use of VR in teaching offers distinct advantages over more traditional representation modes such as text, picture, video, or 3D models, as it engages most of the senses that humans use when navigating real-world environments. With a background in engineering, he is passionate about the use of technology in higher education.

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A Multipronged Approach to Harnessing Virtual Reality to Advance the HBCU Mission

Faculty Focus

The use of VR in teaching offers distinct advantages over more traditional representation modes such as text, picture, video, or 3D models, as it engages most of the senses that humans use when navigating real-world environments. With a background in engineering, he is passionate about the use of technology in higher education.

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Generative AI in Higher Education: A 360-Degree Approach

Helix Education

With Gen AI, we enter an entirely new era where machines can interact with humans to understand and process natural language. It can analyze current industry trends, job market demands, and emerging technologies to assist universities and faculty in designing both relevant messaging and positioning as well as an up-to-date curriculum.

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“Fighting talk, and absolutely right at last to be so.” Sir Anthony Seldon responds to the new Blueprint from Universities UK

HEPI

Universities at the time were providing over 300,000 jobs, and contributing over £200 billion to the economy – some 8.5% The quality of ministerial leadership under David Willetts and Jo Johnson was broadly supportive and engaged. Government now joined in the media and public game of university bashing.

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Job Satisfaction and Retention in Higher Education 

Faculty Focus

However, for many colleges, compensation practices have become the ‘deferred maintenance’ of the human resources world. Through her involvement in the Staff Council, she promotes a positive and collaborative work environment and serves as a representative advisory member, presenting recommendations to university leadership.

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Job Satisfaction and Retention in Higher Education 

Faculty Focus

However, for many colleges, compensation practices have become the ‘deferred maintenance’ of the human resources world. Through her involvement in the Staff Council, she promotes a positive and collaborative work environment and serves as a representative advisory member, presenting recommendations to university leadership.