Academe Blog
MARCH 20, 2025
POSTED BY HANK REICHMAN The following extraordinary statement was published today in the New York Review of Books and is reposted here with their permission. The statement’s signatories include virtually every leading First Amendment scholar in the country, conservative and liberal.
Faculty Focus
MARCH 20, 2025
There are many approaches to designing an online course, and finding the right balance may depend on a variety of factors ranging from content topics to types of assessments. Students who opt for e-learning likely prefer it for the flexibility it affords, but that doesnt mean they want to miss out on engaging with their classmates or instructor in a meaningful way.
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Wonkhe
MARCH 18, 2025
This week on the podcast - recorded live at our Secret Life of Students event in London - we get across the financial crisis facing universities in Scotland. Can the SNP hold its free education line forever?
The PIE News
MARCH 19, 2025
Wales has a proud history of internationalism. It has long been a strong global citizen, building bonds with communities and nations. Our tertiary education sector has a notable heritage of raising Waless voice on the global stage and welcoming the world to Wales. Building on this, Universities Wales has published a report calling for a comprehensive strategy for international education and research for Wales.
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As Higher Ed institutions continue struggling with budget constraints and enrollment pressures, making smart decisions about technology is crucial. How do institutions enhance data security, optimize their tech stack and engage students effectively…all while managing limited resources? Bret Ingerman, former Vice President for Information Technology at Tallahassee State College, digs into these conundrums, exploring how Pathify offers solutions to enhance student engagement while giving instituti
Higher Ed Dive
MARCH 19, 2025
Growing divides in physics and other fields at less selective colleges may be troubling for institutions hoping to graduate students into high-paying careers.
HEPI
MARCH 17, 2025
Abigail Hamer is Legal Principal at the Equality and Human Rights Commission. The Equality and Human Rights Commission is the regulator for equality and human rights issues. We intervened in the case of The University of Bristol v Dr Robert Abrahart to provide guidance to the court about the Equality Act 2010. The Act has been in force for over 10 years, so the legal duties contained within it are not new.
University Leadership Central brings together the best content for university leaders and administrators from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Inside Higher Ed
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 PIE News
MARCH 18, 2025
The partnership will see psychology programs delivered at NIBM in collaboration with the university, allowing Sri Lankan students to gain a global perspective and propel their careers. A special signing ceremony at the universitys Colchester Campus attended by Essexs vice-chancellor, Maria Fasli and NIBM director general, D. M. A. Kulasooriya helped launch the partnership.
Higher Ed Dive
MARCH 20, 2025
The agency must also reinstate canceled grants to the members of AACTE and two other educator preparation groups that sued.
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.
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The article addresses the Social Change Model of Leadership Development. It elucidates the SMC background, key assumptions, and the main pillars of the model to form a a change agent who could be helpful with institutional in-service delivery.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 18, 2025
Dr. Shantay N. Bolton Columbia College Chicago has appointed Dr. Shantay N. Bolton as its eleventh president and chief executive officer, marking a historic milestone for the 135-year-old institution. Bolton, who will officially begin her tenure on July 1, becomes the first woman to lead the creative arts-focused college in nearly 90 years and the first woman of color in the institution's history to serve as president.
The Guardian - Higher Education
MARCH 17, 2025
They were supposed to boost vocational learning, but theyre not popular with students and the dropout rate is high. Time for a dose of realism Whats in a name? With T-levels, quite a lot. By choosing a title that sounded a lot like A-levels with T for technical the reformers behind Englands latest post-16 qualification sent a message that the days of vocational educations second-class status were over.
The PIE News
MARCH 21, 2025
The industry was left reeling this week after the announcement by RMIT University in Australia of the death of Loer Hansen, a well known senior leader who had enjoyed a successful global career working in Australia and the UK. “It is with deep sadness that we share some very difficult news with our community. In a tragic car accident while returning from holiday, Saskia Loer Hansen, deputy vice-chancellor international and engagement and interim general director RMIT Vietnam, lost her life
Higher Ed Dive
MARCH 20, 2025
The system cited uncertainty at both the federal and state level, including heavy potential cuts from the National Institutes of Health.
Faculty Focus
MARCH 18, 2025
While many of our conversations have focused on what generative AI means for student assignments and learning outcomes, there’s another question faculty are askingoften individually and quietly: How can we leverage AI in our own academic and administrative work? And more importantly, should we? The answer, I believe, lies in using AI to help clear space for the work only we can dothe collaboration, connection, and critical guidance that makes education transformative.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 17, 2025
Harvard University announced on Monday that Harvard will now be free for students from families with annual incomes of $100,000 or less and tuition-free for students from families with annual incomes of $200,000 or less, according to the Harvard Gazette. This expansion of financial aid, effective as of the 2025-26 academic year, will enable approximately 86 percent of U.S. families to qualify for financial aid at Harvard.
ACRLog
MARCH 21, 2025
Musings on Teaching a Difficult Topic Stepping into the classroom of an academic integrity session has a distinctively different energy than a regular university classroom. For one thing, almost no one in the room is there by choice – and you can feel it. The body language, the facial expressions, and the overall lack of enthusiasm or even outright hostility from the students makes for a very difficult environment to teach in, especially when youre a newbie unconfident in your ability to c
The PIE News
MARCH 17, 2025
Though enrolment in UK universities from East Asia remained stable, it saw a slight decline of -0.1% in 2022/23 due to a 2.6% drop in students from China, while enrolments from Northeast Asia and Southeast Asia increased by 3.8% and 3.5%, respectively. Delegates at the British Councils East Asia Education Week 2025 in Hong Kong heard that studying in the UK has become more expensive for East Asian families compared to previous years. “East Asia as a whole is becoming increasingly price sen
Higher Ed Dive
MARCH 20, 2025
The increase is a “powerful vote of confidence” in the higher education sector, according to the Council for Advancement and Support of Education’s CEO.
Wonkhe
MARCH 23, 2025
Rewiring skills and employment pathways doesn't have to be expensive.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 18, 2025
Dr. Nicole Pulliam In my first year as a faculty member, I was the shiny new object. As a woman of color, a first-generation college graduate, and someone raised in a limited-income home, I was celebrated for bringing fresh perspectives and ideas. Colleagues praised my energy, students gravitated to my classes, and I was recruited for every diversity committee imaginable.
HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
MARCH 19, 2025
Reading Time: 11 minutes Marketing your summer camp successfully requires a well-rounded approach integrating digital strategies to maximize reach and engagement. With families and students searching online for the perfect summer experience, schools must stay ahead of the competition by adopting fresh, innovative methods. This blog explores ten of the best summer camp marketing strategies to ensure your program stands out.
The PIE News
MARCH 19, 2025
This highly anticipated session welcomed international students from across the UK to London, providing them with a platform to speak truth to power. Speaking to a diverse group of stakeholders including university representatives, policymakers, agents, and service providers students shared candid insights into their experiences: what worked, what didnt, and what needs to change to improve the journey for future cohorts.
Higher Ed Dive
MARCH 18, 2025
The Catholic institution in Wisconsin is still trying to cut $7 million from its fiscal 2026 budget after previously initiating multiple rounds of layoffs.
Wonkhe
MARCH 20, 2025
This weeks postcard from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to the home of the Boilermakers This weeks postcard from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to the home of the Boilermakers
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 18, 2025
Kevin Howell The University of North Carolina Board of Governors has elected Kevin Howell as North Carolina State University's 15th chancellor, marking a historic appointment as the first chancellor to have also served as the university's student body president. Howell, who will assume the role on May 5, will succeed Chancellor Randy Woodson, who is retiring in June after 15 years of leadership.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
MARCH 18, 2025
Artificial Intelligence is an incredibly hot technology, which means IT teams are trying to apply AI tools to almost every problem even those that AI doesnt solve well. Here are five questions to ask about any project before diving in. 1. Is This Tool a Security Risk? AI developers have been busy putting guardrails on their tools to limit information disclosure or inappropriate use, and users are just as busy trying to get around them.
The PIE News
MARCH 19, 2025
A Memorandum of Understanding between the United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has been signed in a bid to make it easier for higher education institutions to be granted a license to open campuses in Dubai. The move comes as the UEA looks to elevate its higher education sector and boost its global competitiveness.
University Business
MARCH 18, 2025
Improving the representation of Black Americans and other people of color in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers has been a long-term goal in the U.S. education sector. There has been progress; for example, while comprising 11% of the U.S. workforce as a whole, Blacks represent 9% of STEM jobs. Black workers still remain underrepresented in the STEM workforce relative to their 14.4% share of the US population.
Wonkhe
MARCH 20, 2025
The Innovation and Research Caucus has been assessing what drives FEC recovery rates down, and what can be done about it.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 20, 2025
Dr. Mary Dana Hinton March 12th would have been my mothers 99th birthday. It surprises me every day that shes not here to celebrate it. For her entire life, she was a vibrant testament to the value and the necessity of education for women. My mother believed in the promise that with an education, you could not only help yourself but also have an obligation to help those around you.
Higher Ed Dive
MARCH 17, 2025
AI and digital tools are reshaping higher ed. Can they bridge the cost-value gap? Explore new insights today!
The PIE News
MARCH 21, 2025
Although the history of the institution dates back over 100 years, it only achieved degree-awarding powers last year. Specialising in agriculture and life sciences, SRUC hopes to become an increasingly attractive choice for international students. “For many years, SRUC’s been a sleeping giant,” SRUC’s principal and chief executive Wayne Powell told The PIE News. “Now we’ve awoken and we can see huge amount of potential in what we can offer here in Scotland.
The Guardian - Higher Education
MARCH 23, 2025
Poll finds up to 48% of voters believe Scottish students who can afford it should pay, with 29% opposed Scottish voters are divided over Scotlands policy of free tuition for Scottish studentsas the crisis over university finances intensified. A poll commissioned by the Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland found that up to 48% of voters believe Scottish students who can afford it should pay for tuition, with 29% opposed.
Wonkhe
MARCH 19, 2025
Construction of heat networks is gathering momentum Nick Helm and Adam Hulme consider an exciting opportunity for education institutions to unlock environmental benefits and lower costs
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