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How to keep moving when higher ed data dries up

University Business

In March 2025, the U.S. Department of Education laid off nearly all federal staff responsible for managing, analyzing and interpreting higher education data through the National Center for Education Statistics. While the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System, also known as IPEDS, continues uninterrupted for now, the broader budget cuts and contract cancellations at NCES signal future disruptions to data collection and reporting, sounding the alarm for higher education planning.

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HBCU Leaders Unite to Address Threats to Black Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Roderick L. Smothers In a powerful response to growing challenges facing Black students and institutions, Virginia Union University (VUU) recently convened over 250 educational leaders for an urgent national summit addressing the state of Black education in America. The virtual B.L.A.C. (Black Leadership Across Campuses) Summit, held on April 3, brought together university presidents, scholars, K-12 administrators, policymakers, and students for a candid three-hour discussion on systemic bar

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Twist on a Classic: Anchoring a Course With a 3-2-1 Report

The Scholarly Teacher

Barry Sharpe, Western Governors UniversityKeywords: 3-2-1 Report, Backward Design, ElaborationKey Statement: Anchoring a course with the 3-2-1 Report can strengthen backward design and expand opportunities for students to use elaboration as a learning strategy.IntroductionThe 3-2-1 Report guides student note-taking by prompting students to reflect on their learning and consider where they are still struggling (Van Gyn, 2013).

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Virtual Reality Technology Enhances Modern Learning Environments

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Imagine walking into a chemistry lab, beakers and chemicals laid out on the table ready for the days experiments to begin. Beyond your table are 30 identical tables with the same setup. You pick up a beaker and add two chemicals that, when combined, create a toxic gas. But despite this error, no one gets hurt and theres absolutely no threat to others.

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Here is one promising way to unlock stopped-out learners

University Business

Many stopped-out adult learners owe a small balance to their former institutions. To get them to return, they often need to be remindedhow beneficial a college degree can be for their entire family, says Ruth Bauer, president of Inside Track , a student success coaching nonprofit, on this episode of “The University Business Podcast.” “It’s hard to always stay connected to that long-term goal when you’re managing a full-time job or taking care of kids.

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Where is the Love? Compassionate Pedagogy is Needed Now More Than Ever Before

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Erik M. Hines In the scriptures, Jesus stated, And the King will answer and say to them, Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you do it to the least to these, My brethren, you did it to Me. Jesus refers to the individuals who think they were doing the right thing, such as helping people and feeding the poor, rather than doing performative things, such as discussing what one would do to help people or implementing policies that are counterintuitive to assisting people.

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Faces of PUC: Dovan Leona Geraldez–Martella

PUC

Born in Cebu, Philippines, Dovan Leona GeraldezMartella is a freshman pre-nursing student from Hanford, CA. When considering being a nurse in high school, she heard about PUCs nursing department and the science PacificQuest summer program. Intrigued, Dovan attended the summer event and, within a week, knew PUC was the place for her. Later, while attending the 2024 Pioneer Invitational Academy Basketball Tournament, she saw PUC’s Vox Pro Musica and orchestra perform and was instantly starst

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Cambridge University accused of bullying ‘cover-up’ as internal survey revealed

The Guardian Higher Education

Only a quarter of staff are satisfied with how their department tackles bullying and harassment, FoI requests reveal Only a quarter of staff at Cambridge University are satisfied with how their department tackles bullying and harassment, according to an internal survey seen by the Observer. Cambridge undertook its staff culture survey in January 2024 and is now facing accusations from academics that it tried to cover up the grim results, which have been released through freedom of information (F

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Protecting Trans Rights? Disability Inclusion? International Students? Why It’s All the Same Battle

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Jane Fernandes Imagine a country where no ones right to exist, to move freely, to be seen, or to contribute is constantly up for debate. Where trans kids are not headlines but classmates. Where immigrants are not bargaining chips but community leaders. Where disabled people are not burdens but innovators In 2023 alone, over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced across U.S. state legislatures, the majority targeting transgender youth and adults.

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How bad is California’s housing crisis? A first-in-the-nation bill would let students live in cars

University Business

A progressive Democratic lawmaker is seeking a simple but jarring remedy of last resort for Californias college students navigating the states housing crisis: Let them sleep in their cars. While roughly half a dozen state legislative proposals this year seek to fund student or faculty housing or loosen building regulations, the benefits would come far too late for current students struggling to stay afloat.

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Transforming Student Success Through Enterprise Technology

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Artificial intelligence is having an unprecedented impact across academia. Tools like Canva and Grammarly are no longer things students use only for their personal projects; theyre now central elements of the academic experience. Once-skeptical educators are increasingly embracing these applications, and trends point toward a significant uptick in adoption and use.

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Alarm on campus after FBI raid on Chinese cybersecurity professor’s home

The Guardian Higher Education

Xiaofeng Wang was fired by Indiana University on same day as raid and Asian students fear political motivation When FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents descended recently on two homes owned by Xiaofeng Wang, a Chinese national and cybersecurity professor at Indiana University, many in the idyllic college town of Bloomington were shocked.

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The Strategic Necessity of Rest: Protecting Higher Education in an Era of Uncertainty

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Edward Summers Recently, Ive found myself obsessed with playing Sudoku before bed. These puzzles, which require strategy and the careful placement of numbers 1-9 without repetition in rows, columns, and boxes, have become a nightly ritual. Ive played for hours, becoming engrossed in the game, only to realize that as the night wears on, my ability to see patterns diminishes.

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Writing Outstanding Performance Reviews for Your ResLife Team

Roompact

Even though ResLife is focused and committee toward development, performance reviews can sometimes feel like a grueling process. They do not have to be; its all about how you, as a manager, can provide outstanding feedback connected to specific observations that help to develop the staff member. A well-crafted review fosters motivation, improves performance, and.

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How universities can build new bridges to industry

University Business

Interest in non-degree programming is growing among both professionals and institutions. With the world of continuing education evolving rapidly, universities have a unique opportunity to bridge education with industry needs. As workforce demands shift, higher education institutions must ensure professionals can upskill efficiently, meeting local labor market needs while driving economic mobility.

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Three Easy Tax Fixes That Would Help Students Succeed

Higher Education Today

As Congress works on a sweeping rewrite of the tax code, students and families across the country are watchingand hoping this moment leads to real change that will increase access to higher education. The conversation in Washington will likely center on what to keep, what to cut, and how to fit higher education into the massive, complex puzzle that is the.

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Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Wins 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a testament to how community colleges can transform lives and regional economies, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has been named the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation's most prestigious recognition for community colleges. The rural college earned the $700,000 top prize by demonstrating exceptional student outcomes, particularly in graduation rates and economic mobility for graduates.

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April 17, 2025 National Day of Action for Higher Ed (Higher Ed Labor United)

Higher Education Inquirer

April 17, 2025 National Day of Action for Higher Ed On April 17, HELU is partnering with the Coalition for Action in Higher Education (CAHE) for the National Day of Action for Higher Education. There are more than 175 events planned in 44 states for April 17. We urge you to join us however you can, either in-person or online. As campus workers, students, and community members, we have a unique power and responsibility to exercise our collective voice in this moment of turmoil.

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4 ways to look at AI’s growth on campus

University Business

Students share some of the same concerns as educators do about the growth of AI on campus. Students are, in fact, more worried than faculty or administrators that the technology is “short-cutting their learning” and they want more guidance, according to a new study and survey from plagiarism checker Turnitin. Companies expect new employees to be comfortable and competent using AI but employers surveyed said graduates “are far from that point.” Educators are seen as the so

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Florida Universities Sign Agreements With ICE

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Florida Universities Sign Agreements With ICE Josh Moody Wed, 04/16/2025 - 12:15 PM Amid a state crackdown on undocumented migrants, at least 10 public universities are giving campus police immigration enforcement powers. More are considering doing so.

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Dakota Kennedy - Softball, University of Arizona

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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Celebrating Differences and Moving Beyond the Medical Model: A Strengths-Based View of Autism

CIP

The medical model approach to autism has historically reinforced the idea that autism is a disease that should be cured. Over many decades, we have worked as practitioners within the autism community and have seen firsthand the detrimental effects of oversimplifying autism and framing it solely as a medical issue. Differences are not always disabilities.

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The State of Public Trust in Higher Education: Insights from Gallup-Lumina Foundation: Changing Higher Ed® podcast 255 with host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. Courtney Brown

The Change Leader, Inc.

April 15, 2025 · Episode 255 The State of Public Trust in Higher Education: Insights from Gallup-Lumina Foundation 33 Min · By The Change Leader, Inc. GallupLumina data shows why trust in higher ed is decliningand what colleges must do to regain credibility, relevance, and workforce alignment. Rebuilding Public Trust in Higher Education Public trust in higher education has reached historic lows.

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3 Steps for Transitioning to Windows 11 Devices

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

Oct. 14 is quickly approaching, which means higher education institutions should transition to Windows 11 now to beat Microsofts end-of-support date for Windows 10. While this can seem daunting, theres no need to panic yet. But there should be a sense of urgency to create and implement a device refresh plan. Here are three ways to do just that. 1. Identify Which Devices Need To Be Refreshed Many institutions are already paying for Windows 11 in their Microsoft licensing agreements.

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Xavier Rivas - Baseball, University of Mississippi

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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Perspectives on international student transitions: Part 1

Teaching Matters Academic Communities

Students studying in the PPLS library, 7 George Square. [Sam Ingram-Sills (Whitedog Photography)] In these two extra blog posts, Hannah Jones, Director of English Language Education at the Centre for Open Learning, and Shirley Tian, undergraduate student in History and Politics, share their perspectives on successful international student transitions.

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Small College America – Profile: Tuskegee University

Edu Alliance Journal

April 14, 2025, by Dean Hoke : This profile of Tuskegee University is the ninth in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Background Founded in 1881 by educator Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee University is a private historically black university (HBCU) located in Tuskegee, Alabama about 40 miles east of Montgomery. Established initially as the Tuskegee Normal School for training Black teachers, it evolved into Tuskegee Institute and eventually a university known for bl

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US Department of Education's Failure to Address Food Insecurity Among College Students (Government Accountability Office)

Higher Education Inquirer

Nearly 25% of college students in 2020 reported limited or uncertain access to food. Despite being potentially eligible, most didn't receive Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) benefitsformerly known as "food stamps"which could help them pay for food. A recent law gave the Department of Education authority to share students' Free Application for Federal Student Aid data with federal and state SNAP agencies to identify and help students who may be eligible for benefits.

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Sarah Dev - Tennis, Miami University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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How Lumina’s 2040 Vision Can Help Restore Public Confidence in Higher Education: Creating Pathways to Rebuild America's Trust in Colleges and Universities

The Change Leader, Inc.

A staggering one-third of the American population reports having no confidence in higher education. Once viewed as the gateway to opportunity and upward mobility, colleges and universities are now in a trust crisisincreasingly perceived as inaccessible, unaffordable, and disconnected from the realities of today’s learners. The consequence? The drop in public confidence exacerbates the effects of the demographic cliff, leading to even greater enrollment declines.

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Scout out benefits plan changes ahead of Open Enrollment

CU Work-Life Balance

Now is the time to crack open your playbook and research your options to select the right health plans for yourself, your family and your lifestyle. Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for University of Colorado faculty and staff to review upcoming health plan changes, compare their current coverage to their actual health care needs and enroll.

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‘Draconian’ Layoffs, Grant Terminations Come for the NEH

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Draconian Layoffs, Grant Terminations Come for the NEH kathryn.palmer Mon, 04/14/2025 - 03:00 AM Critics say the deep cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities, which has supported research and learning at colleges since 1965, will ripple across American life.

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Camilla Johannessen - Rifle, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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President moves: End of the line for this president’s remarkable 25-year career

University Business

Hired Shari Olsen – Northland Community and Technical College (Minn.) Shari Olson, Northland Community College Shari Olsen has been promoted to permanent president of Northland Community College, effective immediately. She has served in the interim since July 2024. More from UB: Why Muslim voices face an untenable environment in higher ed right now Olsen worked for the community college between 1995 and 2007 in various roles, helping create associate degrees in robotics and manufacturing t

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How Major Restrictions Silently Reshape Student Pathways

Higher Education Today

Title: The Invisible Barrier: How Restrictions on Majors Influence Career Paths Source: Strada Education Foundation Author: Nichole Torpey-Saboe and Akua Amankwah-Ayeh When university departments face increasing demand, many implement additional entry requirements. But this seemingly reasonable practice has far-reaching consequences for equity and workforce development, according to new research from Strada Education Foundation surveying recent college graduates.

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NIH Resumes Key Grant Review Panels

Confessions of a Community College Dean

NIH Resumes Key Grant Review Panels kathryn.palmer Wed, 04/16/2025 - 03:00 AM After a months-long pause, advisory councils for the National Institutes of Health are restarting, paving the way for the final approval of grants. Experts say its an encouraging sign for the $47 billion agency.

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Jacqueline Azevedo - Waterpolo, University of California, Merced

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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