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How Being a Mother and Academic Helped Me Fix Higher Education’s Transfer Crisis

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As associate provost at the college, Ill admit I was biased but even two decades of experience in higher education couldnt fully prepare me for her struggle to transfer credits. At the same time, reality struck: A student should not need to have an associate provost as a parent to transfer college credits. Dr. Alicia M.

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Tom Cavanagh Thinks Innovation Can Redefine Online Learning

MindMax

In this conversation, Lee Maxey, CEO of MindMax, sits down with Tom Cavanagh, Vice Provost for Digital Learning at the University of Central Florida, to discuss the evolving landscape of online education. – The importance of staying informed and adaptable as higher education continues to evolve. Watch the full conversation.

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Stewart Named Executive Vice President & Provost at Hampton University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Stewart has been appointed executive vice president and provost at Hampton University, effective July 1. I want to equip students with the tools to make informed decisions, fostering healthier lifestyles and well-being through education.” Dr. Betty H. Stewart said her goal is to propel the university forward through collaboration. “I

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College Completion Rates Edging Upward

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

T he “Yearly Progress and Completion” report has enhanced data quality and methodology and a new dashboard with a greater range of information, including rates of enrollment, stop-out and completion for each year along the way and an indicator of student progress in each cohort.

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Complete College America Offers Playbook on How Higher Education Can Bolster Civic Engagement

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“Complete College, America: Harnessing the Power of Higher Education to Renew American Democracy” examines actionable steps that colleges and universities can take to prepare students to be ready for today’s workforce and be active, informed citizens.

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Dr. Michelle Robinson Named Senior Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs at University of Alabama at Birmingham

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Michelle Robinson has become senior vice provost for faculty affairs at University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) as of Feb. Robinson is a proven leader and collaborator with expansive institutional knowledge and extensive experience,” said Dr. Pam Benoit, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs.

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Why Do Universities Lie About Program Information?

Higher Ed Ethics Watch

I have previously blogged about doctored program information submitted by four prominent universities—Rutgers University, Temple University, Claremont McKenna College, and Iona College. The university gave false information about standardized testing, student debt, grade point averages of admitted students, student-faculty ratios and more.