Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The path to higher education success has many obstacles and barriers for Latinos across the U.S. The mission of Excelencia in Education, founded in 2004 by Dr. Deborah A. Santiago and Sarita E. Brown, is to advance Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies and advancing institutional practices.
Great College Advice
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
One of the most-asked questions we receive from families is some version of this: “What do colleges look for these days in a student?” Although anecdotes can help, sometimes the data can tell the story for you. Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions The most recent National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) State of College Admission Report updated its four-year college members’ survey of the Factors in the Admission Decision.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
I was 24 years old the first time I visited my tribal lands in Fort Yuma, Arizona. I have always had a strong connection to my heritage and a sense of identity as an American Indian, largely through my mother’s insistence that we do “Indian” things. Beyond the countless Pow Wows we attended over the years, Mom insisted we read books on our culture, and even (without much success) attempted to teach us some of our tribal language.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission announced Monday that the Tennessee Promise program saw a record number of applicants—more than 670,000—from the Class of 2025. The program, launched in 2015, is a last-dollar free tuition scholarship for the state’s community college students. When the Tennessee Promise application period closed Nov. 1, the program had received approximately 700 more applications than last year.
Roompact
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
When you hear the word silo, what comes to mind? For me, I immediately think of the Midwest and a tall structure housing grain or feed or something that is very unfamiliar to this Floridian turned North Carolinian. However, there may be no need to travel to the Midwest, there could be silos right there.
The Guardian Higher Education
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Contracts with existing students that prevent changes may mean up to £2.5m less income, according to one institution Some universities in England could lose out on millions of pounds from increased tuition fees because their contracts with existing students may prevent changes to terms and conditions. The government announced on Monday that undergraduate tuition fees are to go up for the first time in eight years next autumn , taking annual payments to a record £9,535 a student.
University Business
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Faculty and administrators are using AI professionally and personally at over double the rate from last year, and 93% expect to use it more over the next two years, asserts a new report from Ellucian. However, concerns surrounding data privacy and bias are increasing as well. The higher education technology solutions provider surveyed 445 faculty and administrators from more than 330 institutions across the U.S. and Canada in its second annual “AI in Higher Education Survey” to bette
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Parchment
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
What is the microcredentialing landscape in Europe? In this episode, we are joined by Anastasia Pouliou, an expert in Vocational Education & Training from Cedefop. She shares the work being done in Europe on microcredentials, how they are aligning to qualifications frameworks, and how microcredentials can impact learning. Transcript Matthew Sterenberg (00:15.874) Welcome to the podcast.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Professors Say Indiana U Has Stopped Enforcing Late-Night Protest Ban Ryan Quinn Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM The university implemented the curfew in August, after pro-Palestinian encampments. Protesters who’ve been purposefully violating it say IU has suddenly stopped, but a spokesperson says the policy hasn’t changed.
University Business
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Register Now Date & Time: Thursday, December 5 at 2 p.m. ET Join Laura Carpenter from the Department of Energy’s State and Community Energy Programs and Mike Hines, Director of Education Initiatives at Trane, for an insightful 30-minute Ed Talk on the transformative potential of Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) as a strategic tool for revitalizing aging campus infrastructure.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Colleges Deploy Meditation and Baked Potato Bars to Combat Election Stress Johanna Alonso Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM With about seven in 10 Americans reporting that the election is a significant source of stress, colleges are planning ahead to manage anxieties in the coming days.
University Business
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Out of Mississippi’s eight public universities, three institutions saw a decrease in enrollment compared to last year’s numbers, according to recently released data from the Mississippi Institute of Higher Learning. Overall, enrollment at all eight universities combined reached 79,817 students in fall 2024. This number is 3.6% increase from the 77,074 students enrolled in fall 2023.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
5 Good-News Stories to Distract You From the Election sara.custer@in… Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM Need a break from the polls and predictions? We’ve got you covered.
PUC
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Taylor Webster is one of PUC’s newest Pioneers. Coming from just down the hill in Napa, she chose to pursue aviation since she loves to fly. This passion began during the summer of 2023 when Taylor had the opportunity to join a free aviation program as an explorer. “I knew there was nothing I’d rather do,” she shared. “Though I love flying, I want to be an advocate for young women looking to pursue careers that they may not feel is an option for them.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
A tenured math professor was back in court Monday, seeking to revive a First Amendment case that a U.S. District Court dismissed last year.
University Business
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Public college education in Washington has been getting less costly, in line with a national trend spurred by higher funding, according to a recent report. Average in-state tuition at four-year colleges in Washington, after adjusting for inflation, is now 4.7% lower than it was in the 2019-20 academic year, according to the report published by College Board, a standardized testing organization.
Gray Associates
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
When financial pressures rise, colleges and universities often consider cutting academic programs to balance budgets—but is this truly effective? Cutting a program can seem like an easy solution, yet the financial impact is complex, with potential enrollment and revenue losses that may outweigh the savings. Explore the nuanced economics of program cuts, using a real-world example to reveal how revenue, costs, and contribution margins intersect.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Extraordinariness of Extramural Absolutism Elizabeth Redden Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM The protection of extramural speech may be necessary, but academics should acknowledge the magnitude of the privilege they’re claiming, Deepa Das Acevedo writes.
HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
How to Strategically Expand Your Online Adult Degree Programs So you’ve built a successful online adult degree program. No small feat. Now you need to keep your foot on the gas to keep the momentum going. Your first instinct might be to “go wide” with your program expansion strategy by launching a variety of new, unrelated programs to pair with your successful offering.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Campus Engagement Tip: Reaching First-Gen Students Ashley Mowreader Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM First-generation students are less likely to participate in on-campus activities compared to their continuing-generation peers. Intentional programming and support work can help close this gap.
Higher Education Whisperer
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Greetings from stage 2 at EduTech Asia where I am about to have a fireside chat with Professor Angela Lee from Sunway University Malaysia. This is on the expo floor with the roar of delegates, so everyone wears headphones. This works well and might be useful for some educational environments l.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
A Michigan Republican has called on the University of Michigan to break ties with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, a Chinese institution, alleging potential risks to research integrity and ties to the Chinese military, according to a copy of the letter that U.S.
Teaching Matters Online Learning
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Image credit: Unsplash In this insightful post, Cathy Benson, an EAP Lecturer at English Language Education in the Centre for Open Learning and Coordinator of Academic Language and Literacies for Research Students at the University of Edinburgh, explores the evolution of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses to inclusively serve all doctoral students, irrespective of their first language.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
3 Questions for Brown’s Josh Taub joshua.m.kim@d… Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM A conversation with an international fundraising expert.
Terminalfour
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Universities embrace Halloween to engage students, alumni, and communities, hosting themed traditions like haunted tours, costume contests, and festivals. This week, we look at celebrations that enhance school spirit and brand visibility.
ISA Journal
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Coast with video blogger Isaiah as he travels from Madrid to Lisbon, Portugal, with friends from his program. [link] Isaiah Choma, Kansas State University, is studying abroad with ISA in Madrid, Spain.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
A 126-year-old building at Knoxville College (KC) was destroyed after a fire broke out at the vacant historically Black college on Monday evening. Elnathan Hall was an administrative building on campus but largely remained empty for several decades after the university lost its accreditation and largely closed its doors. The Knoxville Fire Department's investigation unit said that it is searching for the cause of the fire.
Higher Education Inquirer
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
So that's how it is," sighed Yakov. " Behind the world lies another world." Benard Malamud The Higher Education Inquirer has published a number of articles about how US higher education works and the institutions, organizations, and individuals it serves. We have written about US higher education in a number of ways, discussing the history, economics, and underlying ideologies (e.g. neoliberalism , white supremacy ) and theories making it what it is-- an industry that reinforces the larger econo
Teaching Matters Online Learning
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Image credit: Unsplash In this insightful post, Cathy Benson, an EAP Lecturer at English Language Education in the Centre for Open Learning and Coordinator of Academic Language and Literacies for Research Students at the University of Edinburgh, explores the evolution of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses to inclusively serve all doctoral students, irrespective of their first language.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Stakes for Higher Ed on Election Night Katherine Knott Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:00 AM In a consequential election for higher ed, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump promise very different futures for colleges and universities.
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