Fri.Apr 11, 2025

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Design Thinking & Policy Development

Grant McMillan

As registrars, we operate guided by the policies established at our institutions. These frameworks shape our daily work, sometimes consuming our entire workday. We quickly recognize when a policy falls short of its purpose. Well-crafted policies function like good designthey operate seamlessly.

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Chloey Prichard - Equestrian, Delaware State University

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These IT teams are riding an AI breakthrough to unlock student success

University Business

AI advancements thatstreamline user experience and administrative workflow could revolutionize student accessibility, enrollment and workforce outcomes, according to leaders attending Ellucian Live, the annual conference hosted by the global higher education software company. However, the project management necessary to embed AI across an institution’s IT infrastructure may be just as ambitious. “It’s hard for separate business units to connect when they’re all trying to

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Emma Min - Ice Hockey, Holy Cross

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The Ripple Effects of Draining the Ph.D. Pool

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Ripple Effects of Draining the Ph.D. Pool kathryn.palmer Fri, 04/11/2025 - 03:00 AM Deep cuts to federal research funding and crackdowns on international students could mean far fewer graduate students next fall and beyond. If that happens, undergraduates, faculty and research productivity would all suffer.

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Karli Leflore - Cheerleading, Southern University

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Curious? Don’t miss the Research Slam Showcase on April 23!

CAPD

Get ready to be blown away by the latest and greatest research projects coming out of MIT! Join us at the MIT Wong Auditorium on April 23 from 5-7pm for an exciting showcase of innovative ideas, cutting-edge technology, and mind-blowing discoveries: The 2025 MIT Research Slam Showcase. Hear in-person engaging presentations from the brilliant minds of MIT PhDs & postdocs!

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GAO Calls for Federal Agencies to Do More to Close the SNAP Gap

Confessions of a Community College Dean

GAO Calls for Federal Agencies to Do More to Close the SNAP Gap Sara Weissman Fri, 04/11/2025 - 03:00 AM Students have trouble accessing federal food benefits. Poor planning at the Ed Department and the Department of Agriculture arent helping, a new GAO report concluded.

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Aimee Plumb - Field Hockey, University of Louisville

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Celebrating Faculty Excellence: The 2025 CCS Publishing Awards

College for Creative Study

CCS is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Publishing Awards, honoring the impactful scholarly and creative contributions of our faculty and staff. This year’s distinguished recipients are: Academic Award Winner – Karen McGarry, Associate Professor, Art Education McGarry, Karen. “Educating the Whiteness Out.” The Intersectionality of Critical Identities in Art Education , edited by S.

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7 Inclusive Hiring Practices For Better Business Outcomes

Paradigm IQ

Great companies grow, in part, because of strong systems. A well-crafted, standardized hiring process is one such area where employers can focus efforts to attract and select the best candidates. A well-crafted hiring program streamlines talent acquisition efforts, saves valuable time and resources, and promotes fairness by applying the same standards to all applica.

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University of Florida Signs Agreement With ICE

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The University of Florida has signed an agreement to partner with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcementto help crack down on undocumented students, according to The Independent Florida Alligator, a student publication.

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Managed IT Services for Higher Education: Choosing the Right Partner

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Higher education is no stranger to managed service providers, as many institutions depend on temporary administrative staff, legal advisers and third-party partners for waste management, cleaning and food services. These professionals help organizations run smoothly without requiring them to hire and retain full-time staff. Amid growing resource constraints and the increasing complexity of technology environments, higher ed is turning its attention to managed service providers for IT.

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Maxwell Scholar Spotlight: Marilyn Do 

PUC

Coming from a family of six, receiving PUC’s Maxwell Scholarship for freshman biochemistry student Marilyn Do is not only financially significant but also a source of motivation, propelling her to continue to strive for success. “Being able to represent PUC as a Maxwell Scholar is a great honor,” expressed Marilyn. “It is proof of Gods blessings and the effort I put in.” What made you choose to attend PUC?

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Student visa terminations have quickly hit over half of all states. What’s behind it.

University Business

Students from California to Ohio to North Carolina are losing their visas with no explanation, being taken off the street by plainclothes officers and finding themselves subject to accusations reserved for terrorists. As of Wednesday, authorities had revoked the visas of international students in at least 29 stateswith officials largely citing a seldom-used 1952 foreign policy statute to take aim at their activism.

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Embattled University of West Florida Trustee Resigns

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Scott Yenor, chair of the Board of Trustees at the University of West Florida, resigned Wednesday ahead of a looming fight with lawmakers, The Pensacola News Journal reported.

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Collaboration for Completion: Expanding Access With Course Sharing Infographic

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Colleges and universities are focused on helping learners achieve their academic goals to put them on a path toward successful careers. But the reality is, 36% of first-time, full-time bachelors degree students dont finish their degree within six years , and nearly two-thirds of learners seeking two-year degrees do not finish within three years. One of the obstacles learners face is course availability.

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Antisemitism Task Force Considering Consent Decree for Columbia U

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The federal task force investigating Columbia University for its alleged failures to address antisemitism is considering putting the Ivy League institution under a consent decree, The Wall Street Journal

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Unlock More Inclusion Benefits With DEI Training in 2025

Paradigm IQ

Including DEI in a mission statement or achieving a best places to work designation is not enoughtruly inclusive and high-performing companies must be built through intentional efforts.

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Data: Students Less Involved on Campus Post-Pandemic

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Data: Students Less Involved on Campus Post-Pandemic Ashley Mowreader Fri, 04/11/2025 - 03:00 AM New data shows that student participation in high-impact practices at research institutions has yet to fully rebound after COVID-19related shutdowns.

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Is it safe for international students to attend US universities? Here's a list of alternatives.

Higher Education Inquirer

In recent decades, the United States has been a top destination for international students, offering world-class universities, diverse academic programs, and a global reputation for innovation and research. Yet in recent years, many prospective international students and their families are asking a difficult question: Is it still safe to attend US universities?

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Committee Withdraws Request Related to Northwestern Legal Clinics

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The House Education and the Workforce Committee is no longer seeking records related to legal clinics at Northwestern University after a group of law professors sued over the request.

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The controversial and obscure law being used against immigrant student protestors

University Business

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil who was detained in early March by U.S. immigration officials, is facing possible deportation for actions the government alleges goes against American foreign interests. Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student, is a Green Card holder, married to a U.S. citizen. To justify his deportation, the government is invoking an obscure law that played a major role in shaping American immigration during the Cold War: the McCarran-Walter Act, or the Immigration

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Emma Malabuyo - Gymnastics, UCLA

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Amid emerging anti-LGBT+ rhetoric, Texas faculty and staff are hurting

University Business

Students, faculty and staff at public universities in Texas have considered leaving the state following state legislation targeting the LGBTQIA+ community, asserts a new survey from Equality Texas. The statewide political advocacy organization interviewed 44 LGBTQIA+ students, faculty and staff across 19 Texas schools in 2024 to understand the ramifications of SB17.

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Lola Mancuso - Lacrosse, Xavier University

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US-China Trade War Escalates: What It Means for Chinese Students in America

Higher Education Inquirer

The ongoing US-China trade war has intensified tensions between the two global superpowers, and higher education is feeling the impact. As President Donald Trumps administration enforces harsher policies on China, international studentsparticularly those from Chinaare now caught in the crossfire of this economic and diplomatic battle. The implications for Chinese students hoping to study in the United States, as well as for American universities that have long relied on them, are becoming increa

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Kameron Nelson - Gymnastics, The Ohio State University

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5 Takeaways From a Conference on Free Speech in Higher Ed

Confessions of a Community College Dean

5 Takeaways From a Conference on Free Speech in Higher Ed Johanna Alonso Fri, 04/11/2025 - 03:00 AM Leaders in higher education spoke candidly about their concerns regarding trust in higher education and Trumps targeting of foreign students.

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Jacob Perez - Baseball, Wiley University

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Penn Loses Security Clearance in Trump Attack on Miles Taylor

Confessions of a Community College Dean

President Donald Trump signed a directive Wednesday removing the security clearances of University of Pennsylvania community members, the latest government action to pummel the presidents alma mater.

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Mawuli Nevis - Wrestling, Wabash College

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Education Dept. Agrees to Push DEI Compliance Deadline

Confessions of a Community College Dean

State education agencies are no longer bound to certify their compliance with President Donald Trumps executive orders and guidance memos banning diversity, equity and inclusion programs in order to continue receiving federal fundsat least for now.

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