EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
MARCH 18, 2025
When it comes to the ethical issues raised by artificial intelligence, colleges and universities are out in front. Many schools already look to AI to support teaching, learning, research, back-office functions and even physical security. At the same time, theyre being proactive and thoughtful in asking important questions about the responsible use of this powerful technology.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 27, 2025
Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) play a vital role in advancing educational opportunities for Latine students across the United States. As their numbers have surged to over 600 institutions, representing 20% of all colleges and universities nationwide, HSIs now enroll and advise two-thirds of all Latino undergraduates. This significant responsibility has prompted researchers to examine how these institutions prepare academic advisors to effectively serve their diverse student populations.
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The Scholarly Teacher
MARCH 20, 2025
Stacey S. Souther, Cuyahoga Community CollegeIntroductionA students sense of belonging is powerfulin fact, the formation of relationships is one of the most significant determinants of student success. Academic belonging is multidimensional and includes both the normally construed social dimension as well as an often overlooked intellectual one (Rueda & Lowe Swift, 2024).
Ed.gov Blog
MARCH 5, 2025
By: Scott Yenor In 1982, President Ronald Reagan proposed dismantling the Department of Education, an agency barely two years old. This was not as radical a move for his administration as it may sound to modern ears. Americans were not accustomed to such a massive role for the federal government in education, which had always Continue Reading The post Education: Whose Job Is It?
The Guardian Higher Education
MARCH 15, 2025
Home Office told Manikarnika Dutta to quit Britain for spending too many days abroad for study A high-achieving academic has been threatened with deportation from the UK because the Home Office says she has spent too many days conducting her research requiring access to historic Indian archives stored in India. Manikarnika Dutta, 37, a historian, conducted the research as part of her academic commitments to the University of Oxford, which involved studying archives in cities in India and attendi
Dr. Josie Ahlquist
MARCH 18, 2025
This session is designed to equip campus leaders with actionable strategies for building impactful executive communication. Presenters will feature insights from community college presidents with backgrounds in Student Affairs.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
MARCH 24, 2025
Artificial intelligence-driven tutors, which generally provide answers to objective questions, have demonstrated the ability to boost academic performance. For example, in a study led by Harvard University lecturers, physics students who used AI tutors learned more than twice as much in less time than other students. Elsewhere, faculty members at colleges and universities have already made creative and dynamic use of generative AI at part of their curriculum.
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The Scholarly Teacher
MARCH 6, 2025
Kimberly Ideus , Emporia State University Ning Sui, North Carolina State University Key Statement: Transparency in a lab report template and rubric enhances the scientific integrity for undergraduate biochemistry students in laboratory courses. Keywords : Lab Report Template, Rubric, Hidden Curriculum Background Laboratory courses are a staple of undergraduate science programs.
Parchment
MARCH 24, 2025
Recently, we sat down with Molly McDermott-Fallon, Assistant Vice Provost & University Registrar at the University of Cincinnati, to discuss their implementation of Parchments Data Automation solution. Challenges Time-consuming manual data entry process Lengthy turnaround time for transfer evaluation, creating delays for students and advising 60-day processing backlog Solution Parchment Data Automation Results From 45-60 minutes per transcript to 3.5 minutes From 30-45 days for transfer eva
The Guardian Higher Education
MARCH 26, 2025
Regulator accused of perpetuating culture wars after case of Kathleen Stock, who was targeted for views on gender Englands university regulator has been accused of perpetuating the culture wars after fining the University of Sussex a record 585,000 at the conclusion of an investigation into freedom of speech on campus. It marks the end of a three-and-a-half year investigation into the universitys handling of the case of Kathleen Stock, a philosophy professor who resigned after being targeted by
Dr. Josie Ahlquist
MARCH 17, 2025
Social media has evolved over 20 years, but has your division’s strategy kept up? In this session, Dr. Josie Ahlquist presents findings from a four-year study on student affairs Marketing, exploring the shift toward centralized staff, advanced tools, and integrated resources. Dr.
University Business
MARCH 14, 2025
Belmont University President Greg Jones may have crafted the most authentic initiative for the Tennessee-based liberal arts college after striking a unique partnership with global superstar legend Dolly Parton. With the country legend poised to premiere her Broadway musical at Belmonts performing arts center, Jones is helping spearhead Dolly U, an interdisciplinary experiential learning program that connects classroom lessons in theatre production with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 24, 2025
Amirah Kambe Barbie dolls have been popular for generations among young children. They have also been criticized for having an unrealistic female body, which can cause young girls to have body image concerns. Now, new research from a Cal State Fullerton student is shedding light on how Black Barbie dolls specifically influence young Black girls' perceptions of their own hair and beauty standards.
The Scholarly Teacher
MARCH 26, 2025
Katie Graves, University of the PacificMichael Robinson, Howard UniversityJulia VanderMolen, University of the PacificKey Statement: Using classroom response systems in a laboratory setting can enhance student engagement while providing a means of formative assessment and peer teaching.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
MARCH 21, 2025
The University of California Systems president announced a systemwide hiring freeze and other cost-saving measures, such as delaying maintenance and reducing business travel where possible. Because every UC location is different, these plans will vary, president Michael V. Drake said in a Wednesday letter to the campuses of one of the countrys largest higher education systems.
The Guardian Higher Education
MARCH 27, 2025
Vice-chancellor Sasha Roseneil accuses Office for Students of seeking to persecute rather than solve problems The University of Sussex is taking legal action to overturn a record fine levied by Englands higher education regulator, accusing the regulator of seeking to persecute it rather than solve problems. This week the Office for Students (OfS) said it would fine Sussex 585,000 for two historic breaches of its regulations related to freedom of speech and governance.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
MARCH 4, 2025
Small language models, known as SLMs, create intriguing possibilities for higher education leaders looking to take advantage of artificial intelligence and machine learning. SLMs are miniaturized versions of the large language models (LLMs) that spawned ChatGPT and other flavors of generative AI. For example, compare a smartwatch to a desktop workstation (monitor, keyboard, CPU and mouse): The watch has a sliver of the computing muscle of the PC, but you wouldnt strap a PC to your wrist to monit
University Business
MARCH 25, 2025
More than 2,500 universities are currently marketing online programs, so your higher ed institution needs an integrated marketing approach to differentiate your coursesensuring you reach and captivate more students at all stages of their enrollment journey. In this 17-page guide, discover key marketing strategies to stand out among the competition as well as to connect with and attract the right students.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 10, 2025
Dr. Michael L. Lomax A new study released by the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has found that students at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) demonstrate significantly stronger mental health outcomes compared to their peers at other institutions, despite facing greater financial stressors and barriers to mental health services. The comprehensive report, titled Flourishing: Bolstering the Mental Health of Students at HBCUs and PBIs," examined mental health indicators among 2,5
Roompact
MARCH 11, 2025
Ill admit itIm a Millennial. And while that means Im not the most credible source when it comes to understanding Gen Z, I have spent enough time in Higher Education to see how student engagement has shifted over the years. Now that Ive stepped away from the world of learning outcomes and passive programming, I.
Hope College Network
MARCH 6, 2025
If you’re feeling unsure about your major, don’t worry! Hope College gives you the freedom to explore and find your path. Choosing a major is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in college. For me, it wasn’t a straight pathit was a journey of trial, error, and self-discovery. And honestly? That’s the best part. Here’s how I went from coding in Python to pursuing a future in law, and how Hope College helped me every step of the way.
The Guardian Higher Education
MARCH 11, 2025
Interim principal says drastic measures needed to tackle 35m shortfall in day-to-day spending Dundee University has announced plans to cut more than 600 jobs and reduce its teaching by a fifth to help cope with a 35m deficit in its accounts. The universitys interim principal, Prof Shane ONeill, said that nearly 200 academic staff and 435 support staff would be made redundant, with every department hit by the cuts.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
MARCH 26, 2025
Universities have been cautious adopters of artificial intelligence. As they address data-management challenges while shoring up student retention and boosting enrollment, they need clear, well-organized data to avoid garbage in, garbage out, in which poor quality input leads to faulty data output. Nicole Muscanell, a researcher at EDUCAUSE, compares bad data in AI models with spoiled ingredients when cooking.
University Business
MARCH 27, 2025
Black students at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are flourishing mentally at higher rates than their peers nationwide, according to a new UNCF report that also reveals significant gaps in mental health resources. The report, Flourishing: Bolstering the Mental Health of Students at HBCUs and PBIs, was conducted in partnership with UNCFs Institute for Capacity Building, the Healthy Minds Network and The Steve Fund.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 31, 2025
Dr. Sylvester James (Jim) Gates, Jr. received the Dr. John Hope Franklin Award presented by Diverse at this year's AABHE conference. College and university administrators should be strategic about how they respond to government attempts to root out diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) on campus. Thats what a bevy of scholars told attendees who gathered at the annual conference of the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education.
Roompact
MARCH 20, 2025
We're pleased to welcome Brian to the show this week to talk about his journey that led him to joining ACPA in a professional capacity as well as what he sees as the ways professional organizations are creating relevant opportunities for learning, camaraderie, and authentic connections for higher education staff members all over the world. *You may notice that there was a minor audio issue in the middle of this episode, which required us to swap mics.
CIP
MARCH 18, 2025
At the heart of social work is a dedication to helping others grow, develop, and thrive. Over the past year, the CIP Bloomington Center has been building a budding partnership with Indiana University Bloomington's School of Social Work, providing valuable hands-on experience for students while enhancing support for young adults on the autism spectrum.
The Guardian Higher Education
MARCH 8, 2025
Despite winning a landmark legal battle, academic Alice Jolly believes it wont benefit others An academic who won a landmark court battle last year against Oxford University for employing her and her colleague on sham gig economy contracts has criticised the university for trying to brush their case under the carpet. Alice Jolly and her colleague Rebecca Abrams, both award-winning authors, taught on Oxfords prestigious creative writing course for 15 years but were employed on zero hours personal
College for Creative Study
MARCH 3, 2025
For Jacob Emmett, creativity isnt just a passion its a way of life. As a Coach Workshop Apprentice, Jacob has found his calling in the hands-on world of design and craftsmanship. From his roots in Detroit to the fast-paced energy of New York City, Emmetts journey is one of self-discovery and a deep love for the art of making. In this interview, he shares the rewards of creating with his hands and gives us insight into his day-to-day in one of the fashion worlds most exciting spaces.
University Business
MARCH 25, 2025
American colleges and universities have received close to $60 billion in foreign gifts and contracts over a decades-long span, according to a new watchdog report. Americans for Public Trust, a right-leaning dark money watchdog, found the nearly $60 billion of foreign money has gone into hundreds of colleges and universities, with 10 elite schools raking in a third of the money, raising concerns about national security and a lack of compliance with disclosure laws.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 6, 2025
Dr. Jerome E. Morris Dr. Jerome E. Morris, the E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Urban Education at the University of MissouriSt. Louis, has been elected as the next president of the American Educational Research Association (AERA). Morris will serve as president-elect for the 2025-2026 term before assuming the presidency following the association's 2026 Annual Meeting.
Roompact
MARCH 21, 2025
Welcome to the nation’s capital! We’re doing some special things to support our residential curriculum schools–whether you’ve been using the approach for a while, or if it’s new to you. Best of all, this is all complimentary (free!). Roompact has secured ICA registration discounts for schools that use our software.
Hope College Network
MARCH 3, 2025
All freshmen at Hope take an FYS class in their first semesterbut what actually is FYS? FYS stands for First Year Seminar. Meeting three days a week for the first semester of the school year, each course aims to prepare freshmen for their college experience. The content of instruction varies per course. Each topic is niche and provides grounds for insightful discussion.
The Guardian Higher Education
MARCH 26, 2025
Universities UK say ruling may harm efforts to prevent harassment and hate speech on campus A landmark freedom of speech ruling against the University of Sussex that resulted in a fine in excess of half a million pounds, has prompted fears other institutions could face investigation and even bigger penalties. The record 585,000 fine , the biggest ever issued by the higher education regulator in England, was issued after an investigation into the universitys handling of the case of the philosophy
SRHE
MARCH 26, 2025
by Amir Shahsavari and Mohammad Eslahi This blog is based on research reported in Shahsavari, A, & Eslahi, M (2025) Dynamics of Imbalanced Higher Education Development: Analysing Factors and Policy Implications in Policy Reviews in Higher Education. Our study addresses the paradox of expanding higher education, particularly in Iran, failing to translate into substantial societal impact.
University Business
MARCH 11, 2025
The number of colleges and universities that have adopted institutional neutrality has dramatically increased since Hamas’ attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, according to a new report from Heterodox Academy, a nonprofit organization focused on viewpoint diversity. Prior to Israel’s retaliation and the ensuing protests, just eight institutions had official policies discouraging administrators from commenting on sociopolitical events that did not directly impact their campus.By the end
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 4, 2025
Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy A coalition of 104 education organizations has called on Congress to immediately reverse the Department of Education's recent cancellation of several major teacher preparation grant programs, a move that has disrupted educator pipelines across the country and threatens to worsen the national teacher shortage crisis. The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) and the National Center for Teacher Residencies (NCTR), joined by 102 other education grou
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