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Beyond the Campus Food Pantry

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As the holidays approach, today’s colleges and universities are increasingly marked by overflowing donation bins containing canned goods collected by every student organization and faculty department to stock the campus food pantry. While that generosity of spirit is appreciated, we think it’s time to say thanks and ask how those collective energies could be harnessed to fight students’ hunger, rather than just feed them.

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Why certificates are becoming popular beyond the undergraduate realm

University Business

Non-degree credentials, such as certificates and other micro-pathways, have become a reliably positive metric for national undergraduate enrollment over the past two years. But did you know that graduate certificates were growing rapidly as well? Estimated enrollment in graduate certificates has grown by 9.5% between 2023 and ’24, according to the “2025 Landscape of Higher Education Report” by Education Dynamics, an enrollment management service.

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What’s Next for Esports and Higher Education?

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

No longer viewed as mere video gaming, collegiate esports are now an integral part of campus life at colleges and universities nationwide. To understand the changing esports landscape and the role of top-notch equipment in a competitive program, EdTech: Focus on Higher Education talked with Joey Gawrysiak, associate professor and executive director of esports at Syracuse University, and Danielle Rourke, national esports manager at CDW.

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5 ways to improve civic engagement among your students

University Business

Higher education “can and must renew American democracy.” In fact, the two are linked in more ways than you might think. Higher education plays a critical role in civic engagement and safeguarding democracy, a new white paper from Complete College America suggests. It can be achieved in three ways: Making sure more students graduate Colleges should prioritize civic engagement and democratic learning across all areas of study Ensuring student success personnel play a critical role in

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Escape Velocity: The Power of Your Multiyear Growth Road Map

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Applying a Strategic Framework to Your Organizational Plan “It’s Groundhog Day … again,” said Phil Connors, a disgruntled weatherman. In the movie “Groundhog Day,” Phil Connors knew what it was like to experience life as an endless series of tedious events that recur in the same way day after day. And many of us working in online education management — especially in a highly competitive environment — can begin to feel like Phil did.

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Indian international students in the U.S. outnumber Chinese for the first time in 15 years

University Business

For more than a decade, Chinese students have flocked to the United States, drawn by the prestige of an overseas education and the glamor of the American Dream. Education consultancies flourished across China, with parents paying big bucks for tutors and classes that promised to send their children abroad. But that’s changing now — and recent statistics suggest the allure may be wearing off.

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Is the FAFSA Ready for Prime Time?

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Is the FAFSA Ready for Prime Time? Liam Knox Wed, 11/20/2024 - 03:00 AM The federal aid form could officially launch this week. Hopes for a smooth financial aid cycle, and the Education Department’s chance at redemption, are on the line.

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Connecting First-Gen Faculty and Students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Connecting First-Gen Faculty and Students Ashley Mowreader Wed, 11/20/2024 - 03:00 AM Many first-generation students can feel alone in higher education. Colleges raise up role models in their first-generation faculty and staff who have been in students’ shoes.

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Talked on Radio 3AW Melbourne about Y2038 Problem

Higher Education Whisperer

Had a call from 3AW breakfast Melbourne this morning about a Year 2038 Problem. Apparently, a Victorian government body has been sending out invoices with the date 2038 on them. This is a known problem similar to Y2K. But not the end of the world.

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Winds of Change in Higher Ed to Become a Hurricane in 2025

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Winds of Change in Higher Ed to Become a Hurricane in 2025 jdimaggio@upcea.edu Wed, 11/20/2024 - 03:00 AM A number of factors are converging to create a huge storm. Generative AI advances, massive federal policy shifts, broad societal and economic changes, and the demographic cliff combine to create uncertainty today and change tomorrow.

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California professor speaks out against charges over pro-Palestinian protest: ‘failure in leadership’

The Guardian Higher Education

Video of arrest of Tiffany Willoughby-Herard, tenured professor at University of California, Irvine, went viral As riot police arrested 50 people during a May 2024 pro-Palestinian demonstration at the University of California, Irvine, Tiffany Willoughby-Herard was escorted away by riot police, her hands zip-tied behind her back. A video of the tenured professor speaking passionately to reporters as she was arrested circulated widely on social media.

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2 Minnesota Colleges Consider Merging

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College are considering a merger to consolidate resources and stave off enrollment declines, The Minnesota Star Tribune reported.

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Challenging Implicit Linguistic Biases in Teaching and Learning Across Disciplines Through Student-Faculty Partnerships

The Scholarly Teacher

Alyssa G. Cavazos , The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Ryan McBride , The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Key Statement: Student-faculty partnerships can foster asset-based approaches in teaching and learning that challenge implicit linguistic bias and enhance students’ linguistically diverse resources. Keywords: Student partnerships, Asset-Based Mindset, Language Resources Introduction In educational contexts, English is often privileged as the language of communication and instruc

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DEI Retrenchment on Campus Is Far Worse Than Maps Show

Confessions of a Community College Dean

DEI Retrenchment on Campus Is Far Worse Than Maps Show Doug Lederman Wed, 11/20/2024 - 03:00 AM They don’t capture local-level and self-imposed efforts to defund, eliminate or otherwise suppress diversity and inclusion efforts.

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Webinar Focuses on the Impact of DEI Programs in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Fostering a deeper understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at U.S. colleges and universities, was the focus of a webinar sponsored by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. The conversation, titled, "Championing Inclusion: The Impact of DEI Programs in Higher Education,” provided valuable insights on navigating challenges and championing inclusion in the evolving landscape of academia.

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Penn, Brandeis Boost Financial Aid for Middle-Class Students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The University of Pennsylvania and Brandeis University both announced new financial aid initiatives on Tuesday to lower college costs for students from middle-income families.

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Alumni Perspectives: Navigating Anxiety During Your Study Abroad Journey

ISA Journal

Fatima Elmokaddem is an ISA Madrid alumna and Global Ambassador at Arizona State University. In this blog, she discusses fears and anxieties that she had about studying abroad, while providing some useful tips for managing and overcoming these difficult feelings.

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Cuts to Indiana Financial Aid Could Impact Tens of Thousands of Students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Cuts to Indiana Financial Aid Could Impact Tens of Thousands of Students Johanna Alonso Wed, 11/20/2024 - 03:00 AM Two years after boosting financial aid for low-income students, the state of Indiana plans to slash those awards again. It’s the latest instance of state officials grappling with changes to the FAFSA.

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Trump Names Former WWE Executive to Lead U.S. Department of Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Donald J. Trump’s appointment of Linda McMahon—the retired wresting professional wrestling executive—to lead the U.S. Department of Education has drawn the ire of some advocacy groups and worries from others who question if she is qualified to lead the agency. “The position of United States Secretary of Education is a vitally important one, both substantively and symbolically,” said Robert Kim, the executive director of the Education Law Center , an organization that pushes for equitable outcom

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Bard College at Simon’s Rock Campus Closing

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Bard College at Simon’s Rock is shutting down its campus in Great Barrington, Mass., and moving the academic programs to a location near the institution’s main site in New York. Administrators cited enrollment challenges at the Bard College at Simon’s Rock campus, which admits students after the 10th or 11th grade and allows them to begin college classes early.

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Trump’s Ed pick, Linda McMahon is a big proponent of school choice

University Business

President-elect Donald Trump announced he will nominate Linda McMahon, a former head of the U.S. Small Business Administration during his first term and a co-chair of his transition team, to lead the U.S. Department of Education. McMahon is a professional wrestling magnate who ran two unsuccessful campaigns for the U.S. Senate in Connecticut. She was selected by Trump to lead the SBA during his first presidency.

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New on the Job: Q&A With Melissa Young, Columbus State University

Confessions of a Community College Dean

New on the Job: Q&A With Melissa Young, Columbus State University Ashley Mowreader Wed, 11/20/2024 - 03:00 AM As the inaugural assistant vice president for student success, Young is charged with implementing campuswide changes to improve the student experience and, in turn, impact retention rates.

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Postelection Uncertainty Looms Large for Presidents

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Postelection Uncertainty Looms Large for Presidents Josh Moody Wed, 11/20/2024 - 03:00 AM At a media dinner in New York Monday, nearly a dozen college presidents fielded questions on a range of topics, but none dominated the discussion more than Trump.

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