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How Colleges and Universities Nationwide are Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As Dr. Martin Luther King Day approaches this year, colleges and universities across the nation are gearing up once again to celebrate and honor the life and legacy of the civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel Morehouse College With programming ranging from panels and performances to service in the community – and much more in between – many institutions are planning to commemorate the occasion for longer than just the one day itself.

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Workforce Development, State Funding Among Higher Ed Leaders’ Policy Priorities

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Workforce Development, State Funding Among Higher Ed Leaders’ Policy Priorities jessica.blake@… Tue, 01/09/2024 - 03:00 AM A new survey of state higher ed officials also found that providing students a return on their investment was a top concern.

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ARCHIE L. BOUIE II

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Archie L. Bouie II Archie L. Bouie II has been named vice president for finance, administration, and business innovation at Edward Waters U. in Jacksonville, Florida.

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A State Calculates the Costs of Dual Enrollment

Confessions of a Community College Dean

A State Calculates the Costs of Dual Enrollment Sara Weissman Tue, 01/09/2024 - 03:00 AM Ohio’s state auditor finds that half of colleges lose money when accounting for all costs of their programs for high school students.

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CSU to Increase Salary Pay 5 Percent

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The California State University (CSU) announced it will provide all instructional faculty, librarians, counselors, and coaches with a 5% general salary increase. Cal State LA The measure means that CSU and the California Faculty Association (CFA) have concluded the last step in the collective bargaining impasse procedure – the “ factfinding ” process.

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Report: Microcredentials Not a Strategic Priority for Many Colleges

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Report: Microcredentials Not a Strategic Priority for Many Colleges kathryn.palmer… Tue, 01/09/2024 - 03:00 AM A new report finds that while most colleges surveyed embrace alternative credentials, many have a decentralized approach for creating and managing them.

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The W Proposes New Name

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Mississippi University for Women announced its new proposed name as Mississippi Brightwell University. The announcement comes after a 15-month-long process and multiple constituent conversations. If approved by the state legislature, Mississippi University for Women will rebrand as Mississippi Brightwell University. The W, located in historic Columbus, Mississippi, was founded in 1884 as the first state-supported college for women in the United States.

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Collegiate Food Services Organization Publishes ‘Campus Dining: 2030 and Beyond’ Report

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) has released its “ Campus Dining: 2030 and Beyond ” report, adding that it reveals the values of a new generation of students and non-student staff and management. NACUFS President and CEO Robert Nelson NACUFS provides its member schools with programs and resources to help improve food services on their campuses.

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On Plagiarism: Don’t Let the Billionaires Drive the Bus

Confessions of a Community College Dean

On Plagiarism: Don’t Let the Billionaires Drive the Bus johnw@mcsweeneys.net Tue, 01/09/2024 - 12:07 PM A guest post on the Great Plagiarism Debate.

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AMARDEEP KAHLON

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Amardeep Kahlon Amardeep Kahlon has been named vice president of education and learning at Central New Mexico Community College. Kahlon served as the vice president of academic affairs at Paradise Valley Community College in Phoenix. She holds a master’s in computer science from Binghamton University in New York and a doctorate in higher education leadership from the University of Texas at Austin.

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This design firm may have just the branding blueprint you need to appeal to Gen Z

University Business

Incoming traditional college-aged students from Gen Z might seem as complex to understand and appeal to as the state of today’s rapidly changing world. Their personalities are so unique and nuanced that off-campus residencies hoping to attract them should rethink their standard for an adequate living design, Ankrom Moisam declares in its latest report.

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‘Depending on the Context’

Confessions of a Community College Dean

‘Depending on the Context’ Elizabeth Redden Tue, 01/09/2024 - 09:44 AM Walter M. Kimbrough considers the context for a high-profile presidential resignation. Byline(s) Walter M.

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Out of the Loop in Residence Life: How to Receive Feedback Effectively

Roompact

Have you heard of the yes-no-yes sandwich? What about using I statements during difficult conversations? How about the phrase, “Praise in Public, Punish in Private?” I suspect your answer to one or all of these questions is yes as they all related to a popular topic for Residence Life Professionals—feedback. However, have you noticed that.

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18 Christian Colleges Closed Since the Start of COVID-19 - DANIEL SILLIMAN, Christianity Today

Ray Schroeder

A new study from Higher Ed Dive found three dozen colleges and universities have closed or merged since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Eighteen of them are Christian, including Methodist, Lutheran, Roman Catholic, Baptist, Church of Christ, and Independent Christian Church institutions. One minute they were there—seemingly as solid as the buildings, invested with the mission of integrating faith and learning, full of students’ hopes and ambitions—and then they were gone.

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Revisiting Mind-Set

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Revisiting Mind-Set Sarah Bray Tue, 01/09/2024 - 03:00 AM When you read Carol Dweck’s examples, you may see bits of yourself in them—and be displeased enough to want to change, writes Rachel Toor.

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These 2 edtech companies are dominating the digital mental health space

University Business

As colleges and universities sharpen their academic program offerings and their relevancy to employment opportunities for a more skeptical cohort of students, higher education is simultaneously grappling with an entirely new animal. Mental health support is an expectation for today’s first-year students , but colleges have struggled to keep up with demand.

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Connecticut Budget Deficit Prompts Buyout Offer, Tuition Increase

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system is offering employee buyouts and raising tuition in response to a $140 million budget deficit, CT Insider reported.

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4 Ways Universities Can Extend the Life of Aging Devices

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

For a variety of reasons, many higher education institutions around the country are entering 2024 facing budget cuts and other types of financial belt-tightening that will have ripple effects throughout campus. It’s a sharp pivot from just a few years ago, when institutions poured millions into the tech that carried them through the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Creating an AI Policy for Your Marketing Communications Team

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Creating an AI Policy for Your Marketing Communications Team Kristine Maloney Tue, 01/09/2024 - 03:00 AM Your marketing and communication teams serve a unique purpose for your college or university. That means you need a generative AI policy tailored to their specific functions.

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Rent Athletic & Outdoor Equipment at The Shed

PUC

The Shed is a new department at PUC facilitated and funded by the student association and senate. They rent outdoor equipment such as mountain bikes, paddleboards, and backpacking gear to PUC students.

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A Look at the Success of Two of 2023’s Emerging Programs: Creator Economy and Smart Plants

Gray Associates

Join us on a journey through the world of emerging academic programs as we revisit two of our past predictions from our annual Emerging Programs Webinar. We'll delve into the performance of two programs from last January, offering insights into their growth and impact. Explore the dynamic Creator Economy and the captivating Smart Plants, and see how these fields have evolved since our predictions.

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Ohio State’s new president leaves Nebraska amid financial woes and potential cuts - Sarah Szilagy, WKBN

Ray Schroeder

When Ted Carter takes the helm of Ohio State University on Monday, he will have to navigate the rocky waters of politics and challenges to academia. From politicians’ criticisms of colleges’ commitment to free speech to declining student enrollment, Ohio State – like other universities across the state and country – is facing pressure from all sides.

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Interview tips for prospective AmeriCorps coaches

College Forward

According to Pew Research data, the number of managerial and teaching jobs that require both analytical and social skills has increased by 94 percent since 1980. It should come as no surprise, then, that more than 1.2 million people have chosen AmeriCorps service to help them gain invaluable skills and launch their career. While an AmeriCorps service year helps service members hone tangible skills in various career sectors, AmeriCorps work is centered in the values of honesty, integrity and res

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Google Keyword Blog: 23 of our most helpful tips from 2023

CAPD

From the launch of Bard and the Gemini-powered Pixel 8 Pro to the dozens of new features we rolled out across Search, Maps, Gmail and more, Google took helpfulness to a new level in 2023. If you’re hoping to enter the New Year feeling organized, creatively inspired or simply a bit more relaxed and well-read , the tips below from the past year will get you moving in the right direction.

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The State of EdTech: OPMs, Risk Planning, and Generative AI: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 189 with host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Phill Hill

The Change Leader, Inc.

9 January · Episode 189 The State of EdTech: OPMs, Risk Planning, and Generative AI 45 Min · By Dr. Drumm McNaughton In this episode of Changing Higher Ed podcast, listeners will gain an overview of how technology is reshaping the EdTech arena and the potential risks of the current state of OPMs. In this episode of Changing Higher Ed podcast , listeners will gain an overview of how technology is reshaping the EdTech arena and the potential risks of the current state of OPMs.

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Crews called to numerous fires in Ann Arbor after University of Michigan victory

University Business

The Ann Arbor Fire Department was called to numerous fires throughout the city after the University of Michigan football team won the national championship on Monday, Jan. 8. There was a fire raging in front of Good Time Charley’s after the game ended. Reporters at the scene said there were at least a thousand people near the bar, located at 1140 S.

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College Possible Minnesota now recruiting student Community Leaders

College Forward

Each year, a new cohort of on-campus Community Leaders support College Possible students by cultivating robust connections within their campus through a network of supportive peers. Community Leaders play a pivotal role in fostering a cohesive College Possible community at their respective institution. Responsibilities include establishing a network among College Possible students, organizing events, facilitating social outings, and offering constructive feedback to program leaders.

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Do University of Utah students, faculty, staff feel free to express their points of view?

University Business

University of Utah President Taylor Randall has empaneled a task force charged to explore what happens when students, faculty and staff are uncomfortable expressing their points of view. The task force has been asked to review this question and develop recommendations that “strengthen our campus climate so that all voices and perspectives are welcomed and respected,” according to Randall’s letter to task force members, which was released on Monday.

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Enhancing Traveler Safety in Education Abroad with Via Risk Alerts

Via's

Safeguarding Global Explorations: Via TRM’s Risk Alerts for Education Abroad At Via, ensuring the safety of every traveler is at the heart of what we do, especially for those leading educational journeys abroad. As the world becomes more connected, it’s more important than ever for study abroad professionals to be aware of and prepared for any travel risks.

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The FAFSA rollout has been rough on students. The biggest problem is yet to come

University Business

A last-minute FAFSA change of this magnitude could further delay college aid offers, but it would also mean many students would qualify for more help. That’s a problem because protecting more of a student’s or family’s income allows them to qualify for more financial aid. And failing to adjust this so-called “income protection allowance” for inflation, especially given the past couple years of rampant inflation, will make it look as though students and families ha

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Reverse Culture Shock: Is It Real?

ISA Journal

You wouldn't think that you would experience culture shock returning home from studying abroad. I was only gone for four months, so I figured I would resume my life in Washington just as I left it.

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New Presidents and Provosts: Big Sandy, LIM, New South Wales, SUNY, Washington

Confessions of a Community College Dean

New Presidents and Provosts: Big Sandy, LIM, New South Wales, SUNY, Washington Doug Lederman Tue, 01/09/2024 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Doug Lederman

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Should 25 Years Feel Like Forever or Only Yesterday?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In 2024, I celebrate an anniversary that is special to me, 25 years of close affiliation with America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), especially those in my home state of Mississippi. While I had been on the campus of Tougaloo College as a guest, I was hired at the college, often called the “Cradle of the Civil Rights Movement in Mississippi,” as a tenure-track assistant professor in 1999.

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Novel Approach to Decreasing Drug Prices: Academic Minute

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Today on the Academic Minute: Melissa Wasserman, Charles Tilford McCormick Professor of Law and associate dean for research at the University of Texas School of Law, looks into a novel way to reduce prices in one sector.

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Morgan State Acquires the Papers of Late Congressman Cummings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Morgan State University announced it has acquired a 200 linear-foot personal collection of papers, framed artwork, photographs, numbered pieces, and a small cache of curated Maryland belongings from the estate of the late Congressman Elijah E. Cummings. Morgan State officially acquired the rare collection — it includes constituency letters of concerned citizens and items depicting significant milestones and achievements in advancing policy and legislature — in October.

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Will New House Bill Help Pregnant Students?

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Will New House Bill Help Pregnant Students? Katherine Knott Tue, 01/09/2024 - 03:00 AM The bill aims to ensure that college students don’t feel pressured to have an abortion. But it doesn’t address other issues facing pregnant or parenting students.

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