Dr. Josie Ahlquist
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
I loved my role as a college student leader. I fully embraced the campus engagement opportunities, and as a result, I received valuable coaching, mentorship, and guidance. The support came from various sources: advisors, supervisors, conferences, guest speakers, and my peers, all of whom invested in me. Since then, I’ve been paying it forward by offering others the same kind of support.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
In Stephanie Land’s brave and important new book CLASS ( a follow-up to her memoir MAID , the basis for an award-winning Netflix series) she explains that even though she knew a college degree was the best chance she and her 6-year-old daughter had of escaping poverty, being deprived of food made it nearly impossible. The work requirements in the Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the program that helped feed her family, declared her undeserving of its support if she devoted time
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The Scholarly Teacher
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Katie Morales , Tanner Health System School of Nursing University of West Georgia Cindy Johnson , Tanner Health System School of Nursing University of West Georgia Key Statement: Reflection can create connection and caring between faculty and students, enhance learning and success, and promote collaborative professional encounters. Keywords: Reflection, Connection, Caring Introduction The authors are nursing faculty at a large public university and a private liberal arts college in the Southeast
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Black Scientists with STEM PhDs Face Deep Disparities Sara Weissman Mon, 11/27/2023 - 03:00 AM A new report finds they disproportionately carry large amounts of student loan debt, among other disparities faced by STEM doctoral grads of color.
Ed.gov Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Nathan Sotherland, Kevin Stange, and Jordan Matsudaira The U.S. postsecondary education system provides students with many flexible pathways to earning a bachelor’s degree. One of the most important of these is the opportunity to start a degree at a community college and transfer to a four-year degree program. Community colleges provide access to postsecondary education Continue Reading The post New Measures of Postsecondary Education Transfer Performance: Transfer-out rates for community colleg
Great College Advice
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Let’s face it: high school in America has become exhausting and unpleasant for many high school students. They spend so much time and energy preparing for college that they barely have time to think about what’s important. Many kids are just burned out by the age of 18. As a result, more and more students are asking themselves, “should I take a gap year?
Dr. Josie Ahlquist
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
No one can tell the authentic story of your institution better than students. But finding and hiring the right students, providing timely training, and establishing trust and your strategy with them is challenging.
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The Scholarly Teacher
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Tracy W. Smith , Appalachian State University Brooke Anne Hofsess , Appalachian State University Key Statement: Creating intentional, flexible, and interdisciplinary programming cultivates a campus culture where diverse scholarship is supported and creative teacher-scholars feel valued. Keywords: Mentoring, Creative Scholarship, Belonging The Purpose The faculty at Appalachian State University is composed of artists, photographers, sculptors, media makers, creators, composers, performers (dancer
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Professor Says Spelman Raised Students’ Grades, Fired Him Ryan Quinn Tue, 11/28/2023 - 03:00 AM Former tenure-track faculty member says the college inflated students’ grades and axed him after he complained. Some say that violates academic freedom.
University Business
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
The public’s confidence in higher education has taken a considerable hit this year, thanks to students’ rocky ride through the pandemic. While some Americans may still find value in a degree, many do not believe it’s worth the cost or time. This perception has even trickled down to higher education’s next generation of incoming first-year students.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
The higher education enrollment crisis in the U.S. has affected colleges and universities of all sizes, from the smallest community colleges to the largest public and private institutions. In a time of mounting challenges, though, there are some silver linings. Many colleges and universities have become more reactive to students’ wants and needs, especially when it comes to teaching and learning modalities.
Ed.gov Blog
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
By: Office of Elementary and Secondary Education Democracy thrives when there is a well-educated and informed citizenry. Raising the Bar in education means that every student is provided with a well-rounded education, and that includes creating opportunities to learn deeply about American history, understand the U.S. Constitution and how our system of government works, and Continue Reading The post Raising the Bar for American History and Civics appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
The exclusion and omission of Black history threatens to harm not just the Black community at large but also students and the very future of the nation, experts said during a Nov. 14 panel. Janel George The panel – part of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s larger National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI) Summit – brought together experts to discuss contemporary attacks against the inclusion of Black history in societal awareness and education.
The Scholarly Teacher
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Todd Zakrajsek , Director, ITLC Lilly Conferences Key Statement: Learners do not simply ascend Bloom's pyramid and cease learning; deep understanding of material is an iterative process that transforms mastery into foundational learning, and mastery of one concept does not guarantee foundational soundness in related knowledge. Keywords: Bloom's Cognitive Taxonomy, Scaffolding, Metacognition Introduction Identifying how students learn by conceptualizing their thinking as levels of cognition is a
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
New College of Florida Seeks $400M for Conservative Transformation Josh Moody Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM The high-priced business plan emphasizes new facilities and academic programs, as well as athletics. Officials say the money is needed to reach state goals.
University Business
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Colleges and universities nationwide have incrementally ramped up initiatives around their campuses to help their LGBTQ+ students feel seen, heard and supported. Efforts have ranged from providing LGBTQ+-inclusive housing to scholarships and sports teams. With students coming ever closer to relaxing into their safe space, one prestigious university has identified the next step in supporting not just queer students—but members of society beyond.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Thieves, vandals and other criminals looking for easy prey may want to leave Bowie State University off their list of potential targets. The Maryland institution, recognized regularly for its innovation and as a leader among historically Black colleges and universities, is in the midst of a campuswide initiative focused on modernizing its video surveillance system.
Higher Education Today
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
By Jadyn Dunning The growing mental health crisis among young adults is one of the most pressing public health issues. The World Health Organization reported that approximately 20 percent of young adults will have experienced a mental health problem (mostly depression or anxiety) by 2024. For student-athletes, the stressors of the college experience can include.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Michigan State University (MSU) tenure-track faculty have launched a public unionization campaign to gain more influence in administrative decision-making, The State News reported. Michigan State University Supporters of the union have argued that unionizing would give tenured faculty a larger role in discussions of changes to working conditions, campus safety, promotion and tenure systems, and sexual misconduct and Title IX issues.
The Guardian Higher Education
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
British campuses have seen more incidents in a month than in all of 2022, but support and understanding are in short supply When I woke in my student house on Saturday 7 October, my stomach turned at the news from Israel. As fellow Jewish students and I checked on our loved ones there, one replied on WhatsApp: “Do not go to synagogue today.” In their moment of terror they knew that here, in the UK, antisemitism would erupt; racism would jeopardise our safety.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Florida Approves Controversial Anti-DEI Regulations Johanna Alonso Fri, 11/10/2023 - 03:00 AM Students expressed worry that the broad definitions of diversity and activism laid out in the regulations will severely restrict free expression on campus.
University Business
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Emergency federal aid during the pandemic helped keep millions of students enrolled. Of the $76.2 billion allocated by Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds, about half went toward students directly and 80% of Pell Grant recipients received aid, averaging $2,000 apiece. But with the well of federal relief aid expired, community colleges that have historically served the nation’s most underresourced populations have been forced to cull together various resources to keep their at-risk stud
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Biometrics are often associated with identity verification, but this rapidly advancing technology has now found its way into the higher ed classroom. There, it has the potential to bring about a more comprehensive learning experience and help institutions tackle test-taking challenges. Biometrics as Tools to Enhance Learning Outcomes Instructors can take advantage of cameras with motion detectors and face recognition to identify when students are not engaged or attentive, adjusting their coursew
Higher Education Today
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Title: National Student Clearinghouse Research Center’s Regular Updates on Higher Education Enrollment Source: National Student Clearinghouse The National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) continues to provide up-to-date enrollment trends to highlight disparities in pandemic recovery across differing student and institutional characteristics. The NSC’s latest report encapsulates comprehensive data concerning 9.6 million students, both undergraduate and graduate, reported by.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Virginia State University will host the second presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle Oct. 1, becoming the first HBCU to host a general election presidential debate. “We are honored and grateful to have been chosen as a host for a 2024 Presidential Debate,” said VSU President Dr. Makola M. Abdullah. “This is a historic moment for our university and for HBCUs nationwide.
The Guardian Higher Education
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Enrolments in bachelor degrees dropped from 934,000 in 2016 to 815,000 in 2022 Get our morning and afternoon news emails , free app or daily news podcast The number of Australians enrolled in bachelor degrees has fallen 12% in less than a decade, as experts warn the cost of living crisis may be affecting decisions and ambitious targets to ramp up university enrolments will not be met.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Survey Finds Employer Confidence in College Grads kathryn.palmer… Thu, 11/30/2023 - 03:00 AM American Association of Colleges and Universities report finds employers see value in degrees and favor graduates who’ve been exposed to a wide range of viewpoints.
University Business
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
More colleges and universities are stepping away from focusing on enrolling potential prospects, opting to reengage with stopped-out students. Colleges overlooking this cohort may not be aware of the data that illustrates they’re ripe for picking. Despite freshman enrollment dropping this fall, overall undergraduate enrollment grew for the first time since the pandemic thanks to swaths of students choosing to reenroll, many of whom dropped during the pandemic.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
At Butler University, the cloud is a key piece of the school’s disaster recovery strategy. The IT team backs up systems across multiple data centers, and it uses Synology to add an extra layer of protection with cloud-based backups. “With the encryption of backups and deletion of backups as part of ransomware attacks these days, we wanted to have that air-gapped solution of backups in the cloud.
Roompact
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal engages in conversation with Camille (Mimi) Sullivan, an Associate Director of Residential Education at Sonoma State University. They delve into the art of conducting effective one-on-one meetings with RAs. Mimi offers invaluable insights on the content of these meetings, the optimal frequency for conducting them, and strategies for rebounding from a "challenging" one-on-one session.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
The early learning sector plays a crucial role in shaping the foundation of children's education and future success. However, the shortage of qualified professionals poses significant challenges, hindering access to quality early learning programs and impeding economic growth. To address these issues, it is imperative to focus on building a thriving workforce through higher education.
The Guardian Higher Education
NOVEMBER 11, 2023
Furious colleagues denounce decision that there are ‘no compassionate grounds’ to allow the child to join her mother Dr Doseline Kiguru, a Kenyan expert in world literature, was overjoyed when she secured a permanent position at Bristol University. But that all changed last week when the Home Office refused to allow her six-year-old daughter to join her.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
U of Washington Faculty Search Weighed Race Inappropriately Ryan Quinn Fri, 11/03/2023 - 03:00 AM A psychology department hiring committee re-ranked finalists to hire a Black candidate over a white person originally rated No. 1, violating policy, a report concludes.
University Business
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Forward-thinking leaders may seek to implement AI into their daily, high-level operations as more community members gain exposure to its upside. But aside from being an effective tool, the advent of the revolutionary technology can help institutions thrive in a changing landscape and improve their commitment to student equity, according to a new report from Complete College America.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
The modern higher education network landscape is a complex mix. Institutionally owned and managed devices exist alongside personally owned devices. Data and applications are spread across the institution’s on-premises network and multiple vendor-hosted cloud environments. Connections to research and educational networks make a network perimeter harder to define, and the Internet of Things presence is growing as everything from door access to telephony to classroom occupancy monitoring is shiftin
Roompact
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
How are you thinking about your impact on your university’s environment? What about your university’s environment and its impact on your students? As Residence Life professionals, we often focus solely on the environments that we actively create in our own buildings. However, the campus environment is a complex and nuanced factor in a college student’s.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 19, 2023
Alabama A&M University's Marching Maroon and White marching band will lead the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year. They will be the first HBCU marching band to kick off the event. Alabama A&M University Marching Maroon and White Band Alabama A&M Additionally, the band’s auxiliary unit, The Dancin' Divas , will be featured in a special performance with the famous Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall.
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