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Dr. Robert Scott Named Finalist for Albany State University Presidency

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Before entering the corporate world, Scott built a foundation in academia as a biology professor at Norfolk State University and served in administrative roles at Boston College and Spelman College. He holds a bachelor's degree in biology from Norfolk State University and a Ph.D. in biology from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

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Q&A: Retiring Maryville University President Recalls Early Connectivity Efforts

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

As students gravitated to smartphones over flip phones, and increasingly relied on laptops and other connected technologies both inside and outside of the classroom, Lombardi brought together the universitys leadership team to ask a pivotal question: What does it mean to be student-centered?

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Harrisburg University President Resigns

Inside Higher Ed

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology president Eric Darr announced his resignation Friday afternoon, according to a statement from the university that offered no details about the decision. “On

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President Jones, Dolly Parton and the magic of ‘traditioned innovation’

University Business

Belmont University President Greg Jones may have crafted the most authentic initiative for the Tennessee-based liberal arts college after striking a unique partnership with global superstar legend Dolly Parton. While the technology can enhance students preparation for the future, it must be combined with human interaction, Jones says.

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Using Technology to Upgrade Higher Ed Branding and Marketing: Changing Higher Ed podcast 218 with host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Nuno Fernandes

The Change Leader, Inc.

In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Dr. Drumm McNaughton welcomes Nuno Fernandes, President of American Public University System (APUS), to discuss how institutions can leverage technology to revolutionize their branding and marketing strategies in higher education.

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Whither the College or University Presidency

Inside Higher Ed

Selingo argued persuasively that the exemplar for the contemporary university president is the corporate CEO, with all that implies. Presidents are more answerable to a host of stakeholders, who expect a level of accountability and responsiveness far greater than in the past.

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Howard University Makes History as First HBCU to Achieve Top Research Status

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

University President Dr. Ben Vinson III emphasized the broader implications of this achievement for both Howard and the communities it serves. It would be great for HBCUs seeking R1 status to form a coalition and work collectively to support each other towards this goal, he added.