Dr. Laura Pasquini
JULY 17, 2021
If you have not faced any challenge or change in your life over the past year, I’m not sure how you avoided it. The last 18 months has been nothing but that for me. It’s been a weird and evolving period of space and time where I’ve thought more about what I’ve been doing and how I’m contributing to society. Accelerated by the pandemic and social/climate events worldwide, there has been more perspective-taking on how to move forward.
Grant McMillan
JULY 2, 2021
Last week, I posted part 1 of a presentation made by Barb Elich. This is part 2. Barb is Associate Registrar at the University of Regina. What needs to go back to “pre-covid” and what doesn’t?What needs to goes back?
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Roompact
JULY 29, 2021
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, we interview newly minted DOCTOR DeAndre Taylor. DeAndre discusses his dissertation study which examined the experiences of Black senior housing officers. Results shared include implications for how the profession can better support a more diverse leadership.
Teaching Matters Academic Support
JULY 27, 2021
CC0, Canva Pro In this post, Aigli Raouna showcases ‘Research Bow’, a blog for and from postgraduate research students at the School of Health in Social Science. Aigli is a PhD student, and this post is part of the Learning and Teaching Enhancement theme: Showcasing the Doctoral College. The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark. – Michelangelo Doing a PhD can sometimes feel l
ACEI
JULY 27, 2021
Building and maintaining a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in higher education is hard. The challenges to this important work may even seem insurmountable in our current political climate. Even beyond the overt backlash against DEI as currently seen in the campaign against Critical Race Theory (CRT)—a concept used as a catch-all for attempts to block both the teaching and learning about race and racism as well as the restructuring of our institutions to address it—the more gene
Clark Nesxen
JULY 26, 2021
Every city has economic development goals, and a strategy behind them. And while each city is unique, those that thrive tend to share intentional connections between commerce, recreation, community, and culture. Attracting diverse but complementary industries is critical for local economic growth, and for organizations looking to expand or relocate, well-planned and designed commercial office facilities are a pivotal factor.
Teaching Matters Online Learning
JULY 23, 2021
Image Credit: Designed by Eric Berger This episode and blog post accompany our “EUSA Teaching Awards 2021 Podcast Series” In this episode, Grace, a final-year Religious Studies Student, sits down with Judy Hardy, Dean of Learning and Teaching for the College of Science and Engineering, and Elizabeth Bomberg, a Professor of Environmental Politics at the School of Social and Political Science, to discuss their nominations for the Edinburgh Teaching Awards.
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Roompact
JULY 22, 2021
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, we bring back our ACUHO-I Summer 2021 Intern, Camille Bonar, to reflect on how her internship has been. We discuss working from home, differences in expectations versus reality for a position, and what you can think about before beginning an internship to set you up for success. If you're a current grad or undergrad, or a supervisor of an intern, check out what we learned from Camille's experience.
Terminalfour
JULY 22, 2021
Last year, many students struggled with excessive online learning, but demand is emerging for hybrid on-campus and online models. This week we delve into how universities can differentiate their offerings using co-location services such as WeWork, and deliver engaging recruitment campaigns.
The Change Leader, Inc.
JULY 21, 2021
Innovations in mergers and acquisitions took place when three universities’ plans took a scenic route through the process. The 2020 plan to merge the University of Bridgeport with three institutions – Goodwin University, Sacred Heart University and Paier College of Art – was considered an innovative model. However, as the effort began to unfold, one […].
Clark Nesxen
JULY 14, 2021
Sidewalk design is a central focus for municipalities looking to improve pedestrian safety and the pedestrian experience. Even before COVID-19 dramatically increased the number of people walking and biking through our towns and cities, there had been a growing emphasis on creating connected networks of sidewalks to better accommodate foot traffic. New sidewalk design and existing sidewalk replacement provides municipalities the opportunity to address basic needs, such as ADA accessibility and sa
CU Work-Life Balance
JULY 30, 2021
Your CU colleagues share their experiences using this benefit for themselves and their dependents. Becky Aker. Accounting Technician III. Center for Student Involvement. University of Colorado Boulder. Becky Aker has worked at CU Boulder for five years, most of that time as an accounting technician in the Center for Student Involvement. As of fall 2020, she’s the mother of three CU Buffs – a senior, a sophomore and a freshman.
College Scholarships
JULY 12, 2021
In the era of the internet, when most industries and services are actively migrating to the cloud, education is evolving as well. Online degrees have become quite popular and widespread, even more so since the pandemic started. They represent a safer, more accessible, and more affordable opportunity to get an education. Besides, online education allows you to apply for full-time student jobs to fund your education, without worrying about class attendance.
Roompact
JULY 20, 2021
A curricular approach is sequenced and scaffolded to follow a student’s learning journey through the institution over time. Just as you need to take a 101 course before moving on to a more advanced 201 or 301 course, a co-curriculum follows this same progression. Many institutions that begin developing a curriculum focus on their first.
Terminalfour
JULY 15, 2021
Prospective students are making decisions well in advance of a campus visit or open day. How some universities are using photography on their website and in digital marketing is undoubtedly changing. This week we take a look at how institutions are taking photography to the next level.
The Change Leader, Inc.
JULY 12, 2021
Societal needs from higher education are in an accelerated transformation phase, and in order to stay relevant and in demand, colleges and universities must adjust to those changing needs. Before the pandemic hit, higher education experienced disruptions from numerous forces – demographic shifts of traditional students, course-taking patterns, and institutional financial instability – all of which were magnified by COVID-19.
Regna Consulting
JULY 7, 2021
“…award-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones announced that she has declined an offer of tenure from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). In her first extensive comments since the UNC Board of Trustees voted on her tenure, Ms. Hannah-Jones released the following statement:” by Nikole Hannah-Jones, published by NAACP Legal, Defense and Educational Fund, Inc., July 6, 2021.
CU Work-Life Balance
JULY 15, 2021
Whether you’ll be returning to your pre-pandemic way of working or not, the world of work is going to look and feel a lot different going forward. Employee Services compiled a collection of LinkedIn Learning courses focused on remote and hybrid work skills. Topics include time management, team communication, managing technology, productivity, and more.
Teaching Matters Student Engagement
JULY 13, 2021
Original artwork by Estela Salas, Edinburgh College of art student In this post, Layla Mathieson discusses her experience as a PhD student at the Centre for Doctoral Training in Optical Medical Imaging (OPTIMA) in developing a Student-Led Independently Created Course (or SLICC) with an industry partner back in April 2020, during lockdown. This was opportunity to progress in her studies in spite of the constaints imposed by the pandemic that kept her away the lab.
Roompact
JULY 14, 2021
After 8 weeks on the Roompact Team, I’d love to say that I’ve cracked the code of WFH (“Work from Home”), but I can’t say that that’s the case. Even with WFH experience in my last position and a year of online school, working a remote internship has posed a difficult transition to navigate. It’s.
Teaching Matters Academic Communities
JULY 6, 2021
Image credit: Kitty Wheater. Harriet Harris and Kitty Wheater explain why a PhD book club can offer solace, community and shared understanding during the often lonely and painful journey of doctoral work. This post is part of the Learning and Teaching Enhancement theme: Showcasing the Doctoral College. By December I was so far behind in my work that, pausing one night to begin a new episode of Breaking Bad , I realized that I might fail my PhD.
The Change Leader, Inc.
JULY 12, 2021
Higher education leaders face new mindset challenges after working with the same approach for such a long period of time. While more federal money is being poured into higher education than ever before, there are concerns arising throughout the sector that higher education will attempt to revert to its previous mindset and approach. An alliance […] When higher education programs align with compassion for students, student persistence and graduation rates change for the better.
The Change Leader, Inc.
JULY 12, 2021
Higher education isn't immune from the anticipated post-pandemic Turnover Tsunami. College and university leaders must prepare and plan for the way the pandemic changed the way of work—and now the labor force is rapidly making its feedback known about what will be required for them to remain at work. Will higher education leaders listen? Or will colleges and universities return to pre-pandemic work expectations?
Roompact
JULY 7, 2021
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, we speak with Quan Phan, a student affairs professional with an incredible aptitude for graphic design. Learn how Quan uses his skills to enhance the educational impact of materials he designs and learn some tips on how you can, too.
Roompact
JULY 21, 2021
As I ruminate on my experience as Roompact’s Professional Development and Practice Intern, I look back on my time fondly. I spent the summer working on numerous projects including the creation of blog posts and podcasts, developing new employee onboarding and professional development activities that relate to our B Corp certification, and working through my.
CU Work-Life Balance
JULY 15, 2021
Consider recognizing the contributions of an alumnus of the Excellence in Leadership Program (ELP). Nominations for the Excellence in Leadership Award are being requested until Aug. 31. All alums of the ELP, who are currently working at the University of Colorado, are eligible to be nominated. Self-nominations will not be accepted. ELP is a university-wide program for faculty and staff.
CU Work-Life Balance
JULY 15, 2021
Open Enrollment is over, but day-to-day life rolls on. If you experience changes that may affect your benefits needs, you have a short window of time to update your health benefits. Any time of the year outside Open Enrollment, you can make certain changes to your benefits if you’ve experienced a qualifying life event. Some life events are obvious – if you’re newly hired or rehired, if you have a child or get married – and let you update benefits coverage for yourself or your family members.
Roompact
JULY 14, 2021
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Paul answers some of your questions about residential curriculum and residential student learning. Have more you want to ask? Tweet at us with the hashtag #ResEdChat and we'll hope to address them in a future episode.
Roompact
JULY 13, 2021
Roompact’s “Res Life Quick Tips” series highlights ideas and suggestions you can utilize in your residence life and education practice. Take a look through our past quick tips. Starting in housing and residence life can be exciting and daunting all at the same time. The year always starts out with an intense flurry of activity.
Roompact
JULY 7, 2021
Get Ready for Staff Training and Move In! Hello Friends! It’s hard to believe it’s time to start preparing for move in! To help get you ready, we’ve compiled a number of updates for you in this quarter’s Roompact Recap. We’ve also created a checklist for you of common tasks to accomplish to ensure you’re ready to.
Roompact
JULY 6, 2021
These horoscopes are for entertainment purposes only… and are… hopefully… entertaining. Capricorn December 22 – January 20 This month is giving you all the feels. Endings and new beginnings are all around you. Try to ride the wave and leave the month full of gratitude. You have a number of staff that will go above.
Roompact
JULY 1, 2021
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, co-hosts Paul and Camille talk with DaVaughn Vincent-Bryan from the University of Pittsburgh about his experiences using food and cooking with intentionality to enhance student engagement, learning, and community. Come away with some ideas on how you can +1 some of your strategies in the residence halls.
Teaching Matters Academic Communities
JULY 6, 2021
Image credit: Kitty Wheater. Harriet Harris and Kitty Wheater explain why a PhD book club can offer solace, community and shared understanding during the often lonely and painful journey of doctoral work. This post is part of the Learning and Teaching Enhancement theme: Showcasing the Doctoral College. By December I was so far behind in my work that, pausing one night to begin a new episode of Breaking Bad , I realized that I might fail my PhD.
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