Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
College Transfer Process Is ‘DIY’ for Many Students jessica.blake@… Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM A new report magnifies existing hurdles students face when attempting to transfer from a two-year college to a four-year institution.
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.
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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
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?
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
University of Arizona Miscalculated by Millions Josh Moody Thu, 11/16/2023 - 03:00 AM UA has much less cash on hand than the Board of Regents requires. The faculty is accusing the administration of financial mismanagement.
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
University Business
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Higher education has reached an inflection point. The cost of a four-year education has increased to an average of $26,000 per year, which has put strain on students. Furthermore, more than 50% of recent high school graduates reported not pursuing a traditional four-year college pathway, and 64% stated they had changed their major since their initial selection.
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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.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) is calling for people to respect intellectual and academic freedom and speech, and combat antisemitism, Islamophobia, and other racist hate on college campuses. Randi Weingarten The move stems from a unanimous AFT executive council resolution on Nov. 9, Condemning Hate and Affirming Freedom of Speech on Campus.
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.
Symplicity
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
For recruiters and employers on the hunt for best-fit talent, time is everything. During recruiting season, employers and recruiters need to focus on strategies that will ensure long-term success. Yet, sometimes, tight recruiting budgets and small teams make it difficult to split their time between proactively building pipelines and repetitive low-level tasks like screening and scheduling.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
End-of-Year FAFSA Launch Could Cause More Delays, Headaches Katherine Knott Thu, 11/16/2023 - 03:00 AM Colleges and universities will face a tighter timeline to get students their financial aid offer letters, and students will have less time to make decisions.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Morris Brown College (MBC) will receive $500,000 from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to build leadership skills in students. David Goldman/Associated Press The money – the company’s second gift to the school – will help fund a leadership development initiative to prepare select scholars for careers in hospitality and organizational leadership. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Chick-fil-A, a tenured leader in the restaurant industry,” said MBC President Dr.
University Business
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Colleges and universities’ admissions and enrollment teams were already preparing for one of the most complicated years in financial aid history with the release of FAFSA Simplification. Aside from its revamped methodology, they have also been preparing for its release sometime in December. Now, another hurdle has arisen: The new FAFSA will not be released until the last possible day of the year, Dec. 31, nearly three months deferred from its usual date.
Symplicity
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Finding the ideal candidate for a job is not an easy task. It involves hours of searching, sourcing, and interviewing applicants to establish a professional connection. Symplicity has been nurturing relationships with universities and career centers for decades to help students search for opportunities that get them a little closer to their career goals.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Foreign Language Enrollment Sees Steepest Decline on Record Ryan Quinn Thu, 11/16/2023 - 03:00 AM The MLA’s new census shows plummeting class head counts far outstripped the general student enrollment decrease. Korean continued its rise, while Western European languages further shrank.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to benefit multiple aspects of higher education, from logistics to the student experience, according to a new playbook from Complete College America and T3 Advisory. The playbook, “Attainment with AI Making a Real Difference in College Completion with Artificial Intelligence,” describes the ways in which higher ed can take advantage of what AI has to offer amid the surge in AI discussion this year.
University Business
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Although community college may be regularly associated as an equitable pathway to bachelor’s degrees, wealthier students typically capitalize on the opportunity. As for low-income students, a new report from the Department of Education details how infrequently their college hopes pan out. Only 13% of Title IV students who start at community colleges ultimately earn bachelor’s degrees within eight years.
PUC
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
David Bui has the incredible privilege of curating a musical experience at PUC that elevates spiritual gatherings to a new level on campus. As worship coordinator for Campus Ministries, his role revolves around crafting the ideal setlist for events like Vespers, Week of Prayer, and GLOW.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Early Application Data Are Rosy, if Complex Liam Knox Thu, 11/16/2023 - 03:00 AM Applications this fall rose 41 percent over pre-pandemic levels, buoyed by a big upswing in minority applicants, according to preliminary data from the Common App.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Now that college football season is in full swing again, millions of fans will be planted in front of their televisions cheering on their favorite teams. Thousands of other fans who can procure tickets will watch the games in person, and many of these folks will be alumni of one of the two teams competing on the field – both teams are likely to feature star players who are young men of color.
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.
Higher Education Whisperer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Greetings from the National Press club in Canberra, where the ACS Digital Pulse 2023 report was just launched by Mr Jerome Laxale MP, Member for Bennelong. The report confirms a looming tech skills crisis, with 1.3 million additional skilled workers being needed. This is also bad news with women's share of the tech workforce going backwards in the last year.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Columbia Altered Protest Policy Before Suspending Pro-Palestinian Groups Liam Knox Fri, 11/17/2023 - 06:20 PM Administrators, who cited alleged violations of the policies in acting against the groups, confirm they made the changes unilaterally.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Dr. Chinenye Anyanwu Chinenye Anyanwu has been named faculty director of the new Black Sisters Optimizing Unity & Leadership (BSOUL House) Learning Community at the University of Connecticut. Anyanwu holds a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Connecticut as well as an MPH from George Washington University.
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.
Roompact
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Dustin welcomes Natasha, one of our faithful bloggers, to the show this week. She shares her perspective on how student affairs divisions need to approach assessment to better manage their teams as well as support their students.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Getting the President-Board Relationship Right Sarah Bray Fri, 11/17/2023 - 03:59 AM It is one of any president’s most important tasks, write Julie A. Peterson and Laurie Fenlason, who offer 10 best practices. Byline(s) Julie A.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
MINNEAPOLIS—Amid the ongoing attacks to higher education, experts who study the field are gathering this week to debate and respond to the growing political challenges that have impacted colleges and universities. The annual meeting of the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE) has become the go-to place for practitioners looking to call attention to a wide-range of topics including academic freedom, campus sexual violence and the growing legislation against efforts to promote dive
The Guardian Higher Education
NOVEMBER 11, 2023
Cambridge University scientists develop a device to ‘defossilise’ the economy using sunlight, water and carbon dioxide Automated floating factories that manufacture green versions of petrol or diesel could soon be in operation thanks to pioneering work at the University of Cambridge. The revolutionary system would produce a net-zero fuel that would burn without creating fossil-derived emissions of carbon dioxide, say researchers.
ISA Journal
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Regan Prieto is an ISA Florence alumna at the University of Kentucky whose experience abroad during Spring 2023 led to discovering life-long friendships. We reached out to learn more about why she chose to go abroad with ISA Italy and how she was able to connect with the locals. Check out this unique story below.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
The Department Chair Triumvirate Sarah Bray Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM Vicki L. Baker shares case studies that shed light on new ways department chairs need to operate in terms of leadership, management and personnel. Byline(s) Vicki L.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Dr. Charles L. Welch has been named president and CEO of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). He will succeed Dr. Mildred Garcia who left the organization in October to become chancellor of the California State University system. Dr. Charles L. Welch Welch is currently president of AASCU member Arkansas State University System and co-chair of the Executive Council of the Arkansas Department of Higher Education.
EAB
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Blogs Looking to the future of advising: 6 takeaways from the 2023 NACADA conference The academic advising profession faces shrinking budgets, expanding student and administration expectations, and increasing turnover—all of which make it harder for institutions to think strategically about advising structure and staffing to support student success.
HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
The Impact of AI on Higher Education Content Marketing Tactics By the time you read this, it could be old news — that’s how fast the field of artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving. While the full impact of AI on the economy and various industries is unknowable, a transformation is happening, and higher education content marketers are already feeling the effects.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Some Good News on Campus Veterans Doug Lederman Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM There is progress amid the discouraging developments about the state of veterans on campuses, Wick Sloane writes.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) has received $4 million, the largest gift commitment in the school’s history. The commitment was made by SMCM alum R. Scott Raspa, a class of 1986 graduate, and contributes to SMCM’s 2023 $20 million Taking the LEAD fundraising campaign. The money will go toward the school’s endowment and the R. Scott Raspa and John M.
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