eLiterate

OCTOBER 31, 2022

One of the two slides Phil shared out was further confirmation of a trend that everyone in higher education has already been struggling with: Coursera, like US higher education institutions, has seen a decline in degree program enrollments. Coursera as a marketplace. And then the BootCamp business.

Architecture 124

Architecture Industry Government Higher Education 124

The Change Leader, Inc.

OCTOBER 24, 2023

David Decker, the President of Franklin University, discuss three strategic moves that helped his institution experience positive growth in the double-digit territory during and after the pandemic. Franklin University, which primarily serves non-traditional, part-time adult learners, offers a unique perspective on higher education growth.

Marketing and Communication Services 98

Marketing and Communication Services Higher Education Community College Manufacturing 98

The Change Leader, Inc.

JANUARY 27, 2017

According to a recent article in The Chronicle of Higher Education, closures of four-year, private, and not-for-profit universities and colleges in 2017 are expected to triple from the current average rate of five per year. There is an important reason for schools to be proactive.

Consulting 52

Consulting Higher Education For-Profit Universities Faculty 52

Confessions of a Community College Dean

JANUARY 26, 2023

Image: The University of Arkansas System is considering a transaction in which it would transform the for-profit University of Phoenix into an independent nonprofit affiliate, spokespeople for both institutions have confirmed. “Being private equity owned, you’re always having that conversation,” Smiley said.

For-Profit Universities 109

For-Profit Universities Recruitment Nonprofit Universities Administration 109

University Business

MARCH 3, 2023

In the midst of President Joe Biden’s Supreme Court defense of student loan relief, the Department of Education formally announced it would personally pursue leaders of for-profit institutions to pay unanswered debts their institution incurred from reckless spending and non-compliance with federally allocated financial aid dollars.

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eLiterate

JULY 10, 2023

I can write about big trends that will affect education. Still, it’s worth taking a beat to remind ourselves that the landscape is at least as confusing for vendors as it is for universities. That has worked in the past because, frankly, the education markets haven’t changed much or quickly. Everybody knows it.

Industry 84

Industry Development and Fund Raising Computers and Informational Technology Faculty 84

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Students who took out loans to attend the for-profit University of Phoenix under the belief that the school offered them unique job opportunities at top organizations will have their debt forgiven, the Biden administration announced Wednesday. In a statement, Phoenix pledged to fight claims that it said were illegitimate.

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Administration For-Profit Universities Faculty IT 214

University Business

JANUARY 2, 2025

The implications of President-elect Donald Trump regaining the helm of the Department of Education have catalyzed many predictions and fears of how higher education will fare in 2025. In the face of such uncertainty, college and university leaders may feel compelled to sit tight and assess the climate.

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Higher Education Study Abroad For-Profit Universities Industry 141

The Change Leader, Inc.

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Alliances, mergers, and acquisitions in Higher Ed aren’t new, but now it’s becoming commonplace. The higher ed sector has been relatively immune (or perhaps resistant?) Compounding this decrease, higher ed is becoming perceived as elitist, and many cannot afford its cost and/or the resultant student debt.

Higher Education 52

Higher Education Education Faculty Administration 52

The Change Leader, Inc.

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Drumm McNaughton, drills down on higher-than-historical activity and discusses things university presidents should consider before a merger. The higher education sector has been relatively immune (or perhaps resistant?) Higher Education M&A for New Technologies.

Faculty 52

Faculty Administration Higher Education IT 52

The Change Leader, Inc.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

The polarization of Higher Education isn’t entirely new. Unfortunately, higher education isnt immune to this conflict Policymakers, faculty, students, outside agitators, and college athletes all have stepped up to voice their concerns among the ivy-covered walls and ivory towers of higher education.

Higher Education 52

Higher Education Education Alumni Faculty 52

Higher Education Inquirer

JANUARY 2, 2024

Here’s what’s been happening lately: — Last week, the Federal Trade Commission sued Grand Canyon University and its CEO, asserting that the school deceived doctoral students about the costs and course requirements of programs — and about the school’s claimed nonprofit status. The FTC lawsuit follows an October announcement by the U.S.

Recruitment 40

Recruitment Government Education Higher Education 40

The Change Leader, Inc.

JANUARY 3, 2019

However, the more relevant reason for many of these closures is the lifecycle and current operating environment of higher education. Over the past few years, 65 for-profits closed and seven merged with other institutions. We continue to see higher education closures. Transfer Students and Reducing Costs.

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