Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Borough of Manhattan Community College and the Institute for Justice and Opportunity at John Jay College of Criminal Justice have teamed up to create a new degree-granting Prison-to-College Pathways (P2CP) program for incarcerated students at Otisville Correctional Facility in upstate New York. Participants in the program will earn an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts at BMCC, making P2CP the only CUNY College-in-Prison (CIP) program providing an undergraduate degree in a New York State Departm

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Long-Awaited FAFSA Autopsy Is Here Liam Knox Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:26 AM A new government investigation dissects the federal aid form’s botched rollout. It paints a familiar picture of bureaucratic bungling, with some telling new details.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

North Dakota University System has joined the Complete College America (CCA) Alliance, a national coalition of 53 states, systems, institutions of higher education, and other organizations committed to increasing the number of students who successfully complete college and attain degrees or other postsecondary credentials. “North Dakota's future success depends on our ability to align higher education with workforce demands and the changing economic landscape," said North Dakota Governor Doug B

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Have Americans Actually Lost Faith in Higher Education? jessica.blake@… Tue, 09/24/2024 - 03:00 AM A policy brief from New America argues the answer is no and that media organizations have oversimplified the results of public perception polls.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

As I reflect on my journey through higher education, I find myself looking back on a career that began in the small, rural community of Calhoun in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was there that I first understood the profound impact that education could have on a person’s life. This foundational experience shaped my path through various educational and leadership roles, leading me from Alabama A&M University to Virginia State University to Indiana University of Pennsylvania and ultimately to sig

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Penn Professor Amy Wax Punished for ‘Derogatory’ Statements but Won’t Lose Job Ryan Quinn Tue, 09/24/2024 - 03:00 AM After years of a disciplinary procedure, the lightning-rod law professor accused of “incessant racist, sexist, xenophobic and homophobic actions and statements” is now being punished.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

A bill that would have directed the University of California, California State University and state community colleges to hire undocumented students for campus jobs was vetoed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Gov. Gavin Newsom Newsom said he vetoed Assembly Bill 2586 on Sunday because of legal risks to state employees who could be deemed in violation of federal laws against hiring undocumented people.

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Ed.gov Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

By: Patti Curtis, Senior STEM Advisor, Office of the Deputy Secretary On August 14, 2024, the Office of the Deputy Secretary, in collaboration with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), held a YOU Belong in STEM webinar entitled Inclusive Higher Education Pathways that featured grant programs for minority serving institutions (MSIs) of higher education Continue Reading The post Inclusive Higher Education STEM Pathways appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Pictures at a (Cancelled) Exhibition Elizabeth Redden Tue, 09/24/2024 - 03:00 AM Alex Lichtenstein writes that the cancellation of an art exhibit at Indiana University was but a prelude to further insults to academic freedom.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The other day there was a hint of Fall in the air when I stepped outside to do my morning walk. It brought a much needed level of excitement and joy! Excitement and joy because it’s September and we made it here (goodbye August!) also because yay for cooler weather… especially here in the South.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

3 Questions for Excelsior University’s Craig Lundsten joshua.m.kim@d… Tue, 09/24/2024 - 03:00 AM A conversation with the special assistant to the president for transformational partnerships.

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The Guardian Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Labour peer says costs should rise in line with inflation but that universities would still have ‘tough choices’ Peter Mandelson: Universities are in a hole Peter Mandelson has said that tuition fees paid by students in England must rise to stave off the “severe and worsening” financial pressures facing universities. Mandelson, a Labour peer and a candidate to be Oxford University’s next chancellor, said raising domestic undergraduate fees from £9,250 to £9,480 a year would provide stability bef

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

A Gettysburg College swimmer accused of scratching a racial slur into the chest of another member of the swim team is no longer enrolled at the college, Reuters reported.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Drumm welcomes Teege Mettille, author of "The Admission Counselor Malaise:Addressing the staff morale crisis in college admissions," to discuss the challenges facing admissions teams and students due to increasing enrollment pressure. Podcast Overview: • Insights into how the drive for enrollment numbers is affecting admissions counselors and their ability to connect with students. • Analysis of the increasing workload on admissions teams and its impact on

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Rebooting the Presidency Sarah Bray Tue, 09/24/2024 - 09:34 AM If we help our campus leader have a more balanced role, it will lead to meaningful gains in presidential effectiveness, satisfaction and longevity, writes Ryan Hays.

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The Guardian Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

To ensure less privileged students are not put off, a more progressive system for repayment of loans is also urgently needed England’s universities have reached an inflection point. Financial pressures are severe and worsening. With a new government in office, there is an opportunity to undertake a thorough reappraisal, and the education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, has signalled she is ready to do so.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Newsom Vetoes Employing Undocumented Students on Campuses Sara Weissman Tue, 09/24/2024 - 03:00 AM The clock is ticking for the California governor to sign or veto other key higher ed bills that would ban scholarship displacement and legacy admissions.

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Symplicity

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Symplicity® Corporation, a global leader in student employability, student wellness and success, is proud to welcome the National College of Ireland (NCI) to its CSM network. This collaboration marks a major step forward in NCI's commitment to empowering students and graduates to achieve career success in an increasingly competitive job market.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Dozens of College Leaders Gather for Antisemitism Summit in D.C.

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University Business

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

U.S. News & World Report ‘s latest college rankings are out and a handful of institutions rocketed up the charts thanks to a formula tilted more in favor of schools that succeed in enrolling and graduating students from all backgrounds. More than 50% of a college’s or university’s ranking is based on metrics related to the success of diverse students and the earnings of graduates.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This year, 89% of organizations are using multiple cloud services for their IT, and 73% are using hybrid cloud, a combination of both cloud-based and on-premises IT, according to Flexera. Higher education institutions are no exception. Many use a hybrid combination of internal and cloud-based systems to deliver an array of IT services that range from recordkeeping, HR and other administrative functions to the delivery of online content for both classroom teaching and remote learning.

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Gray Associates

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Discover the real story behind History majors’ career success. Despite common misconceptions, humanities graduates—especially History majors—are thriving in diverse, high-paying careers. Data from the American Community Survey reveals how they excel in fields like law, management, and education, often out-earning Business majors. Learn how accurate insights can help students pursue their passions while securing meaningful employment, and how institutions can reshape the narrative around humaniti

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Hope College Network

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Introduction Hello, everyone! I am Alan, but my real name is Asan Kosimov, I chose Alan as a second name because it’s easier to pronounce and remember in the West. I’m excited to be here today to talk about a subject that I think is fundamental to not just surviving but thriving in this world: Adaptation. Whether it’s changes in our environment, our lives, or the unexpected twists of fate, adaptation is what makes us resilient.

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Ed.gov Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

By: James Kvaal, U.S. Under Secretary of Education The U.S. Department of Education today announced another important step in its ongoing efforts to fix the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Borrowers can now see their payment counts, updated through this summer, including how many payments they have left until they are eligible for forgiveness Continue Reading The post Updates for PSLF Borrowers: Payment Count Availability appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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PUC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

College gives you the freedom to do more things, but you have to keep yourself in check of what you’re doing. With everything you have going on in school and your personal life, it can be difficult to manage your time. Of course, you want to have fun, but school is the main focus. (That is why you’re here.) Here are five tips to help you manage your time.

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Via's

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Managing partnerships in global education has become increasingly complex, with institutions juggling a myriad of agreements, exchange balances, and compliance requirements. Until now, many have relied on fragmented tools and manual processes that lack a holistic view, often leading to inefficiencies and missed opportunities. To address these challenges, we introduce Via Contracts – a comprehensive solution designed to simplify and automate the management of institutional agreements and exchange

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University Business

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Students and their families fret about the rising costs of college tuition, but housing costs are rising faster. The average cost of a dorm room at a four-year college rose by 37% in 10 years, from $5,433 in the 2012-13 academic year to $7,456 in 2022-23, federal datashows. In the same span, tuition and fees rose only 26%, from $14,099 to $17,709. Adjusted for inflation, tuition and fees have actually gone down in the past decade, the data shows.

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ISA Journal

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

When one thinks of the city of Rome, there are several possible images that might flash through their mind. Perhaps the religious Christian thinks of Paul and Peter.

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University Business

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Believe it or not, the political makeup of a college campus significantly alters high schoolers’ college aspirations and choices. One in four students have concerns about attending college in specific states based on their political climate. Let’s discuss this further. Political turmoil in recent years has led to higher voter turnout in our younger population than ever.

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Parchment

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Sometimes the best way to look forward is to look back. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Ethan Hutt, Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, about the history of the student record, the benefits and drawbacks of our system today, and how he would like student records evolve. As we highlight in the episode, be sure to check out Dr.

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University Business

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

School districts and their partners play a more critical role than ever in preparing students for success in life following high school graduation. Recent history shows us that a concerted nationwide effort can improve students’ outcomes, such as the gains made in high school graduation rates over the past 20 years. It’s past time for a similar push to increase the number of students successfully transitioning to a college and career pathway that sets them up for later success.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Republicans Sound Alarm on Research Partnerships With China kathryn.palmer… Tue, 09/24/2024 - 03:00 AM A new House committee report claims that some U.S.-China university institutes pose a security threat and suggests the solution lies in a stalled Republican bill.

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University Business

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Nearly 1 in 4 undergraduate students and about one-third of graduate students have children, and campus child care can help address some of the challenges student parents face. The number of colleges offering campus child care services has declined in recent years—a trend accelerated by the coronavirus pandemic, experts say. “The child care workforce continues to experience shortages as child care work is underpaid and undervalued,” Jennifer Turner, senior research associate at the n

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Wesleyan University’s Board of Trustees voted Saturday to reject a proposal driven by pro-Palestinian student protesters to divest endowment funds from weapons manufacturers and other companies tied to the war between Israel and Hamas, The Connecticut Post reported.

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