Fri.May 31, 2024

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New Paper Examines Funding of Attacks on Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new white paper, released by the American Association of University Professors’ (AAUP) Center for the Defense of Academic Freedom, details an outgrowth of a coordinated campaign to generate a backlash against academic institutions. Dr. Irene Mulvey “ Manufacturing Backlash: Right-Wing Think Tanks and Legislative Attacks on Higher Education ” describes well-funded, widespread political attacks on higher education, comprising legislative pursuits that undermine academic freedom and university au

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New ChatGPT Version Aiming at Higher Ed

Confessions of a Community College Dean

New ChatGPT Version Aiming at Higher Ed Lauren.Coffey@… Fri, 05/31/2024 - 03:00 AM ChatGPT Edu, emerging after initial partnerships with several universities, is prompting both cautious optimism and worries.

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The Commencement Story and the Rhymes of History

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

More often than not, the commencement address is designed to be a sanitized rhetorical moment. Graduation speeches are not often written to make incisive interventions, despite the many ways that commencement speakers intone their words. A commencement signals a new beginning or a new start for graduates as they take their hard-earned degrees and begin the journey of professional trials and tribulations.

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‘The Last Straw’ for Weary Financial Aid Officers

Confessions of a Community College Dean

‘The Last Straw’ for Weary Financial Aid Officers Liam Knox Fri, 05/31/2024 - 03:00 AM Financial aid offices have been overworked and understaffed since the pandemic. Now the FAFSA fiasco has put some in crisis mode.

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Southwestern Law School, Los Angeles LGBT Center to Launch Legal Lifeline

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Tess Feldman Southwestern Law School is collaborating with the Los Angeles LGBT Center in launching the Asylum Law Clinic to better equip future lawyers in providing legal support to asylum seekers in the LGBTQIA+ community. "The Asylum Law Clinic is a huge step in training law students to advocate effectively for marginalized groups," said Andrea Ramos, director of Southwestern’s Immigration Law Clinic.

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Teaching Writing in a Generative AI World: a Compendium

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Teaching Writing in a Generative AI World: a Compendium johnw@mcsweeneys.net Fri, 05/31/2024 - 03:00 AM Collecting up my recent writings on a complex topic.

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ACCT Project Catalogs State Funding Models for Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new project by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) explores how states fund community colleges based on the enrollment for their students. Dr. Walter G. Bumphus “There is no national data set that reflects the true scope of community college enrollments and curriculum,” said Dr. Walter G. Bumphus, president and CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC).

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NCAA Agrees to Remove Transfer Eligibility Rule for Division I Student-Athletes

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has reached an agreement with the NCAA, or the National Collegiate Athletic Association, that would restore competition for student-athletes interested in playing at Division I institutions. Jonathan Kanter That is, DOJ filed a proposed consent decree May 30 to prohibit the NCAA from enforcing its transfer eligibility rule.

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NCAA Agrees to Stop Limiting Athletes From Transferring

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Under an agreement with the U.S. Justice Department, the National Collegiate Athletic Association has agreed to stop restricting athletes’ rights to remain eligible to compete when they transfer from one institution to another.

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LAVONDA N. REED

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Lavonda N. Reed Lavonda N. Reed has been named dean of the School of Law at the University of Baltimore. She served as dean of Georgia State University’s College of Law. Reed holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Virginia and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law.

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PTSD Diagnoses More Than Double Among College Students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Rates of post-traumatic stress disorder among college students more than doubled from 2017 to 2022, jumping from 3.4 percent to 7.

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DAWN SCHOENENBERGER

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dawn Schoenenberger Dawn Schoenenberger has been named vice president of academic affairs and student services at Hagerstown Community College in Maryland. She served as the college’s interim vice president. Schoenenberger holds an associate degree from Pierce College, a bachelor’s degree from Pacific Lutheran University, and a master’s from Capella University.

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Police Dismantle Wayne State Encampment

Confessions of a Community College Dean

At least 12 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested at Wayne State University on Thursday after police raided and shut down their encampment which began May 23, The Detroit Free Press reported.

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ChatGPT Edu makes its higher ed debut. Here’s what’s included

University Business

Higher education has gotten creative with artificial intelligence tools, including ChatGPT Edu. From personalized tutoring to grant writing, faculty have seemed to unlock its potential—and it’s proved successful. Last week, ChatGPT’s OpenAI announced its latest iteration of the generative AI chatbot, ChatGPT Edu, in direct response to the innovative ways schools such as the University of Oxford, Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and others have been leveraging the tech

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Studley to Retire as President of Western Accreditor

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Jamienne S. Studley, whose in her six years leading the WASC Senior College and University Commission sought to emphasize transparency and to show that accreditors can encourage rather than stifle innovation, is retiring at the end of this year, the organization announced Thursday.

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Looking to become a CIO? Think twice before you leap

University Business

In 2019, I stepped into my role as the director for innovation, operations, and solutions at Oral Roberts University. In my few years on the job, I have had the opportunity to work with one of higher ed’s finest CIOs, Mike Mathews , and learned alot about the CIO role. Watching Mike has inspired me to improve my communication skills and vendor management.

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Different Hearing Format for Harvard, Michigan Presidents on Campus Antisemitism

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Different Hearing Format for Harvard, Michigan Presidents on Campus Antisemitism Marjorie Valbrun Fri, 05/31/2024 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Marjorie Valbrun

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A Balanced Approach to Job Hunting with AI

Study and Go Abroad

In today’s competitive job market, recent graduates face a dynamic digital landscape that demands innovation and adaptability. While it is tempting to dive into the world of AI for quick and easy ways to navigate your job hunt, AI should only be used as a valuable aid, as success still hinges on personal motivation and resilience. Let’s look at ways you can utilize AI in the pursuit of your dream career.

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FAFSA, Affordability and Financial Aid’s Future: Key Podcast

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The last year has been a hellish one for many college financial aid directors—and, not surprisingly, for the head of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, who’s leaving his role after 14 years.

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Pioneers Profile: Ryann Van Horn

PUC

From Palm Springs is PUC’s women’s soccer defense player, Ryann Van Horn. As a freshman nursing student, balancing school and sports is challenging regardless of sport or major. She balances both through time management and keeping a weekly agenda with everything due throughout the week. “I also plan my day by the hour the night before,” shares Ryann.

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Navigating the Virtual Workplace: How to Avoid WFH Burnout

Study and Go Abroad

Working from home (WFH) is part of the new corporate norm, but it comes with an “always on” feeling that makes it difficult to stop working. If you find yourself working late into the night (or barely working at all), this article is for you! Get Clear About Online WFH Expectations It can be really confusing to start a new job that’s exclusively remote.

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College Possible students give behind-the-scenes tour of Lindbergh renovations

College Forward

Lindbergh Senior High School is one of four high schools and one of the two partner schools in the Renton School District where College Possible coaches serve. In April, College Possible board and staff members were invited to meet with the coaches and students to tour the school through the students’ eyes. This team includes the high school junior coach Iman, high school senior coach Gyssel, and program manager Anna Brigden.

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Breaking the Ice: From Cold Calls to Warm Connections

Study and Go Abroad

If you’ve been job hunting recently, you may have heard from some well-meaning people that you should cold call and talk to the company directly. Unfortunately, this strategy doesn’t work anymore. It can actually hurt your chances of getting hired! Here’s why cold calling (and cold emailing!) doesn’t work and what you should do instead. Why NOT To Cold Call Employers We know cold calling used to work.

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College Possible Washington students complete the FAFSA at double the rate of Washington average

College Forward

At College Possible our goal is to ensure students graduate college with the least amount of debt possible. There are a variety of tactics we employ to meet this goal – none more important than supporting completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – which has proven more difficult for students and their families this year. In the winter of 2023, the Department of Education rolled out what is dubbed the “Better FAFSA.

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4 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Internship

Study and Go Abroad

In search of internship advice? First of all, congrats on landing a position! Sometimes, securing a spot can be the most challenging part. However, you may feel intimidated entering a professional workplace and understanding your role. But with the right attitude and some organization and planning, your internship can bring you closer to achieving your career goals.

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Announcing Our New Paradigm Reach Course: Preventing and Addressing Workplace Violence

Paradigm IQ

I’m thrilled to announce our latest Paradigm Reach course, "Preventing and Addressing Workplace Violence." This training is designed to equip organizations and employees with the knowledge and skills to foster a safe, respectful w.

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Top 4 Tips for Mastering Your Study Sessions

Study and Go Abroad

Exam season is approaching, and it’s time to hit the books. An effective studying structure will go a long way and help you establish healthy habits throughout the school year. Don’t lose sleep over your exams. Managing your time will help you get the best test results. Here are the top four tips on focusing when studying and organizing your study plans.

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Judge finds just cause in termination of Northeast Iowa Community College president

University Business

Northeast Iowa Community College was justified in its termination of President Herbert Riedel, a judge has ruled. Riedel was previously placed on administrative leave in October after a series of closed sessions, and Vice President of Finance and Administration Dave Dahms is serving as acting president of the institution. Riedel’s hiring was announced in February 2022.

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Give the young more votes than older people

The Guardian Higher Education

A proposal for electoral reform | The lunch ‘hour’ that lasts 33 minutes | Waitrose customers | Low-value degrees Like Beth Riding ( Austria lowered the voting age for young people like me, and transformed politics. The UK should do the same, 29 May ), I would like to see the voting age reduced to 16. I’d go further, though: why not assign different numbers of votes to people according to their age?

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Internships lead to better employment outcomes for graduates—but there aren’t enough for students who want them

University Business

Are there enough paid internships? No. Only two out of three internships offer compensation for students at four-year colleges. The situation is worse for students at two-year institutions, where 50% of internships are unpaid. Given the rising cost of college tuition, growing income inequality and the cost-of-living crisis in big cities where many internships are located, we contend that reliance on unpaid internships is untenable.

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Highlights from the 2024 ENGAGE AGCAS report: Inclusivity for neurodivergent students and employees

Symplicity

As the UK moves towards greater inclusivity, understanding the unique strengths and challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals has become crucial in both educational and employment sectors. Neurodivergent students and employees, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other conditions, offer distinct perspectives and capabilities that can significantly enrich companies.

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Crafting a Stellar Professional Identity: Job Applications and Beyond!

Study and Go Abroad

In an era defined by our digital connections, the ability to cultivate a robust online professional profile is not just advantageous – it’s integral. Technology has reshaped the job market into a hyper-competitive landscape, further emphasizing the need to personalize your professional identity to stand out. Crafting your professional identity is not just about showcasing qualifications; it’s about leveraging your uniqueness and utilizing the wealth of resources available at your fingertips.

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President moves: Yale taps next leader, plus more hires abound

University Business

Colleges and universities welcome new presidents while bidding students farewell for the summer. The biggest splash is the recent hire of Yale’s next leader. Also: Southern New Hampshire settles into its next president following Paul LeBlanc’s departure and Tuskegee University finds a former federal student aid leader to champion the HBCU.