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Bob Jones University is imploding. What happened?

University Business

Pettit’s primary grievance with Lewis stems from his “posture of secrecy and hostility toward the board and administration.” President Steve Pettit warned in a letter to the board’s chair that he would resign if Chairman John Lewis did not step down from his position.

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Ex–Business Dean Sues Michigan State Over Ouster

Confessions of a Community College Dean

and five other MSU employees related to his removal over alleged missteps on Title IX. The lawsuit alleges Woodruff defamed and demoted Gupta to thwart his potential bid for the presidency to replace Dr. Stanley, who was forced out over an unrelated Title IX issue , The Detroit News reported. Samuel Stanley Jr.

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How flashpoint response impacts faculty well-being

EAB

In our current landscape—characterized by heightened emotional states , polarized political environments, and perceptions among some faculty that administration may not always have their best interest in mind—academic leaders are spending more time grappling with and addressing these incidents. You guide to manage campus climate flashpoints.

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Top 12 Challenges Facing Higher Ed in 2025—and the Exemplars Solving Them: An overview of the most urgent issues impacting higher education, with examples of how some institutions are beginning to respond.

The Change Leader, Inc.

Theyve also diversified revenue streams by leveraging endowments and increasing alumni contributions, creating a model of financial sustainability while maintaining accessibility. Changes in administration or legislative priorities can lead to significant shifts in funding, compliance obligations, and accreditation standards.

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Are Northwestern’s recent athletic firings indicative of a deeper problem?

University Business

However, Schill’s decision to retract his suspension and fire Fitzgerald instead has drawn criticism from the community and alumni who still find Fitzgerald, a beloved school community member. Fitzgerald had been head coach since 2006 and played for the Wildcats from 1993 to 1996.

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College Sports: A Work in Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Action taken While there has been steady advancement over the past 40 years, the murder of George Floyd in 2020 has proven to be a seminal moment that has propelled student-athletes, coaches, and administrators to face issues of race and racism in college sports. They were making demands and holding administration’s feet to the fire.”

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When disgraced presidents return (or never go away)

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Reclaim MSU, a group of students, employees and alumni that emerged during the Nassar scandal, was sharply critical of the decision to honor Simon, tweeting, “An institutional crisis began under Simon’s leadership. Administrators must STOP minimizing what has happened at MSU — and what happens still. It is not over.