Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough has been appointed interim president of Talladega College, a historically Black college in Alabama. Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough Dr. Edward L. Hill Jr., the college’s vice provost for Lifelong Learning and Professional Development and Dean of Graduate Studies, served as the immediate interim president following the June 4 resignation of Dr.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
University of Southern California postdoctoral scholars have “resoundingly” voted to unionize, the new union announced Monday. The vote, held Thursday and Friday, was 200 to 15 to form USC Researchers and Fellows United, the organization announced in a news release. The union, affiliated with the UAW, said it will represent 450 total employees.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
Law schools are increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into their curricula, according to an AI and Legal Education Survey released by the American Bar Association and the ABA Task Force on Law and Artificial Intelligence. American Bar Association American Bar Association The survey is a compilation of insights — gathered from 29 law school deans or faculty members between December 2023 and February 2024 — on the integration of AI into legal education.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
While both students and faculty have concerns with generative artificial intelligence, two new reports show a divergence in AI adoption. Students continue to run laps around faculty when it comes to using generative artificial intelligence, two unrelated surveys find.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
Dr. Anne Magro Anne Magro has been named dean of Marymount University’s College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology. She served as interim dean and deputy dean and senior associate dean for strategy and impact in George Mason University’s Costello College of Business. Magro holds a bachelor’s degree in general studies from the University of Michigan as well as a master’s in taxation and a Ph.D. in accountancy, both from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
Some feared the bungled rollout of the new federal aid form would halt momentum for state completion requirements. It appears to be doing just the opposite. This year’s rollout of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid was, by almost all accounts, a fiasco. What was supposed to be a simpler form made the process more complicated for many.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
Dr. Kristin G. Esterberg The American Association of State Colleges and Universities has announced a new cohort of 35 higher education professionals taking part in its 2024 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). “Once again, AASCU is providing a group of aspiring higher education leaders with an invaluable learning experience to help them grow into their future roles in higher education administration,” said Dr.
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Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
Marietta College was planning to welcome a new president in July. Instead it’s back to the drawing board after President-elect Susan Stuebner backed out of the job before it started. A news release Monday from the college described the sudden reversal as “the result of an unforeseen change in personal considerations for Stuebner.” College officials did not provide additional details on what prompted Stuebner to back out at the last minute.
Higher Education Whisperer
JUNE 25, 2024
iAward to ANU TechlauncherWhat is on in Adelaide, 28 to 30 August 2024? I will be attending the 2024 National iAwards on 29 August, as on of the teaching team fior the Australian National University's Techlauncher Project which is in the running. Are there any computer or education events on, while I am in town? I would be happy to give a talk, if someone has a venue.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
Struggling Bacone College has filed for bankruptcy. The move likely brings an end to its status as a freestanding institution, given that bankruptcy will render it ineligible for federal student aid. Interim president Leslie Hannah told Inside Higher Ed that while the college doesn’t plan to close, it will take the next academic year off to reorganize in hopes of attracting a partner to merge with or to acquire Bacone.
Roompact
JUNE 25, 2024
When I started as a hall director, I was excited but also overwhelmed by the number of responsibilities. I had to supervise a student staff of 13, manage the hall’s administrative desk, oversee the community budget, advise hall government, adjudicate conduct cases, and all the other duties as assigned. Thankfully I received a full training.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
To create an office culture marked by trust, humanity and collaboration, Diana Lawrence poses a rather unexpected question to job interviewees. Ask anyone today whose work involves interacting with other people and they’ll confirm it: incivility is without question on the rise. We’ve all seen the post-pandemic signs in the doctor’s office, at airports and in restaurants: “Please treat our staff with courtesy and respect.
The Change Leader, Inc.
JUNE 25, 2024
In this episode, we explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing higher education enrollment funnels. Gil Rogers, founder and CEO of GR7 Marketing, joins Dr. Drumm McNaughton to share insights on the evolving nature of enrollment processes and how AI can address key challenges facing higher education recruitment and admissions.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
The University of California regents have declined a request from San Francisco mayor London Breed to install a new campus in downtown San Francisco, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. The regents said the project would be too expensive.
The Guardian Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
News comes amid anti-diversity legislation that has gutted inclusionary programs at several public universities After 21 years of service, the University of Utah’s LGBT Resource Center will close on Friday, as the second-largest public university in the state comes into compliance with HB 261, Utah’s version of the anti-DEI legislation that has swept the country and gutted inclusionary programs at several public universities.
Teaching Matters Student Engagement
JUNE 25, 2024
In this blog post, David Wilson, Zoe Lai and Finn Eilenberger, students at The University of Edinburgh highlight the value of reflection and explore practical strategies to integrate reflective practices into classroom settings. David is a third year undergraduate Politics student. Zoe is pursuing her MA degree in Psychology and Business.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
A Texas judge issued a national injunction Friday blocking a federal rule that dictated the clock-hour length for career training programs.
The Guardian Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
Leading experts have described Labor’s controversial migration policy as a ‘recipe for chaos’ set to hit campuses Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our morning and afternoon news emails , free app or daily news podcast University staff have been threatened with deep job cuts because of the federal government’s proposed international student cap , raising concerns the controversial policy is being weaponised as an “excuse” to slash jobs.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
Today on the Academic Minute: Francis Galan, associate professor of history at Texas A&M University–San Antonio, sheds some light on the complexities of early Spanish settlements in Texas.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
Successful higher education institutions are an ingrained part of their communities. They draw students from the surrounding area, their faculty and staff make their homes nearby, they host events ranging from sports to music and theater that bring scores of local residents to campus, and they contribute tangibly and intangibly to the betterment of the region.
Teaching Matters Student Engagement
JUNE 25, 2024
Students at SACHA Think Tank ideas launch. Photo credit: Daniel Hooper-Jones and Isaure Echivard, SACHA In this blog post, David Wilson, Zoe Lai and Finn Eilenberger, students at The University of Edinburgh highlight the value of reflection and explore practical strategies to integrate reflective practices into classroom settings. David is a third year undergraduate Politics student.
Creatrix Campus
JUNE 25, 2024
10 Reasons University Management Software is Good for Your Institution admin Tue, 06/25/2024 - 19:25 For quite some time, many higher education institutions have jumped into University management software. Selecting a robust university administrative software is challenging. Those days were gone when people were debating the need to use software to manage a university.
Gray Associates
JUNE 25, 2024
Timely adoption of a Program Evaluation System (PES) is crucial for sustaining successful academic programs. Early implementation offers valuable insights into program economics, market demand, and resource optimization, while delaying can lead to financial strain, missed opportunities, and decreased competitiveness. Whether building a custom system or opting for specialized software, investing in PES is a proactive step toward ensuring your institution's programs remain relevant and financially
University Business
JUNE 25, 2024
When Molly started the college search with her oldest child last year, she was afraid her family would fall into the “donut hole” of tuition finances — where they made too much to qualify for need-based financial aid but not enough to easily pay for college out of pocket. The mother of three in Maryland knew from talking to other families as well as following discussions in Facebook groups — “Paying for College 101” and “Paying for College for High-Income Families 101” — that there were tricks f
ISA Journal
JUNE 25, 2024
If I could go back, I would choose southern Spain for my study abroad a hundred times over. This summer, I’m living in Sevilla and have traveled through Andalusia to the historical towns of Córdoba, Granada, Jerez, and Cádiz.
University Business
JUNE 25, 2024
Miles College has signed a letter of intent (LOI) to begin negotiations to purchase Birmingham-Southern College, the private liberal arts school that closed May 31, The Birmingham Times has learned. Reached Sunday afternoon, a spokesperson for Miles told the Times , “Yes, I can confirm that the letter has been signed, but neither President [Bobbie] Knight nor the college will make any further comments at this time.
Credo Higher Ed
JUNE 25, 2024
What is executive coaching, and who can benefit from executive coaching?
University Business
JUNE 25, 2024
Lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill in response to the recent rise in antisemitic incidents on college campuses last school year after the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Reps. Justin Pizzulli, R-Scioto County, and Dontavius Jarrells, D-Columbus, recently put forth House Bill 606 — also known as the Enact Campus Act — which would require public and private colleges and universities to adopt and enforce a policy regarding racial, religious and ethnic harassment and intimidation.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 25, 2024
Federal judges in Kansas and Missouri have ruled against parts of the student loan repayment plan, known as the SAVE Plan, promoted by the Biden-Harris administration. Dr. Miguel Cardona “We strongly disagree with the Kansas and Missouri District Court rulings, which block components of the SAVE Plan that help student loan borrowers have affordable monthly payments and stay out of default,” said U.S.
University Business
JUNE 25, 2024
Register Now Date & Time: Tuesday, July 30th at 2 pm ET From enrollment cliffs and the changing admission policies in the U.S. to international student caps in Canada to the rise of AI, the higher education landscape is always evolving. How can institutions face these new realities while also meeting the needs of every learner? Join this webinar to hear from a panel of higher ed leaders including a President of a 4-year public HBCU institution, Deputy CIO of a private 4-year research inst
Confessions of a Community College Dean
JUNE 25, 2024
A conservative think tank’s plan for a potential second Trump administration could drive up student loan payments for millions of borrowers, according to a new analysis from the Center for American Progress, a left-leaning think tank.
University Business
JUNE 25, 2024
Institutions across more than half the country rushing to comply with recently unveiled Title IX regulations find themselves at a standstill. Seven lawsuits encompassing 26 states argue that President Joe Biden and the Department of Education do not have the proper authority to extend Title IX protection to LGBTQIA+ students. “As we push back on the federal government, we think that we’re within our states’ rights,” Utah Senate President Stuart Adams told The Salt Lake Tribune.
University Business
JUNE 25, 2024
Long gone are the days when colleges and universities could visit Capitol Hill and expect universal support for campus grants. Today, when higher education leaders speak with members of Congress, they’re not greeted with promises of more funding but rather a barrage of pointed questions about antisemitism on campus, their endowments, DEI policies and more.
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