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Time to address disability inclusion for university staff

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There is significant work to do to promote inclusion for disabled staff in higher education. Susan Wilbraham, Carol Evans, and Jackie Carter see sharing practice and gathering data as the next step.

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Common App data shows 5% jump in first-year college applicants

Higher Ed Dive

Applications grew at a faster pace in the 2024-25 cycle among students traditionally underrepresented in higher education, the company reported.

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The courts are slowly clarifying universities’ duty of care

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A High Court ruling could have significant implications for disabled students seeking reasonable adjustments from their university.

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New York governor pursues free community college program for adult students

Higher Ed Dive

If passed by the Legislature, New York residents ages 25 to 55 could study for free if they enroll in certain high-demand programs.

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Understanding the Social Change Model of Leadership (SCM): Igniting Students’ Academic Development P

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.

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Diversity in the First-year Class at the Ivy Plus Institutions

Higher Ed Data Stories

I'm not sure where to begin on this one, so let's veer off topic a bit. I've decided I'll likely be phasing out Higher Ed Data Stories in the near future as I go into retirement and start my new venture , which is soft launched but not officially open for business. When I do, I'll be posting regularly on my blog over there , but won't be putting everything out on the web for free, as I've been doing on this site.

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How Wealthy Universities Favor the Rich

Inside Higher Ed

How Wealthy Universities Favor the Rich Josh Moody Tue, 01/21/2025 - 03:00 AM Documents released in an antitrust lawsuit show how some elite colleges gave well-connected applicants a leg up in admissions. Are these practices ongoing?

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Misrepresentations by OPMs could land colleges in trouble, Education Department says

Higher Ed Dive

Higher education institutions could lose access to financial aid or face penalties if their external service providers mislead students, new guidance says.

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No speech for you: College fires professor for calling America ‘racist fascist country’ in email to students

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A Mississippi college fired a professor for using his faculty email to share an opinion about the 2024 election, cites a made up policy violation and then adds a new violation.

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Texas A&M Pulls Out of Event Rufo Described as ‘Racial Segregation’

Inside Higher Ed

Texas A&M Pulls Out of Event Rufo Described as Racial Segregation Ryan Quinn Thu, 01/16/2025 - 03:00 AM The national conservative activist wrote on social media that a student recruiting conference violates the states DEI ban because it excludes whites and Asians. Governor Abbott then threatened to fire the A&M president.

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Why dining halls are now devoted to plant-based options

University Business

Colleges and universities are setting systemwide commitments to transition up to 75% of their dining hall offerings to plant-based options in the next three years, according to a new report from the Humane Society of the United States. Now more than ever, students are demanding meal options that are healthier for themselves and the environment,” said Kate Watts, director of food service innovation at the Humane Society. “Colleges and universities have a responsibility to meet these d

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Asking students about the challenges they face

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Lee Dibben, Liz Gloyn, Zena Kamash and Emilio Zucchetti explain how engaging with students who are neurodivergent or living with a mental health condition can identify simple and effective interventions

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Pennsylvania AG argues Temple should win bid for UArts building

Higher Ed Dive

Attorney General Michelle Henry said Temple University's bid should take priority over a $6.5 million offer from a Philadelphia real estate developer.

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US leads in World Future Skills Index

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The new index evaluates countries across four key indicators: Skills Fit, Academic Readiness, Future of Work, and Economic Transformation. The index analyses 81 countries, highlighting their strengths, challenges and potential across these areas. According to the report, released by QS, the index has used data from over 280 million job postings via QS 1Mentor, the QS Global Employer Survey, and economic and demographic statistics from the World Bank Group.

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SMU Wants to Separate From the Church but Keep the ‘Methodist’ 

Inside Higher Ed

The Texas Supreme Court will hear oral arguments today in an ongoing legal saga between the United Methodist Church and Southern Methodist University over who governs the university. A contentious, six-year legal battle between the United Methodist Church and Southern Methodist University is coming before the Texas Supreme Court today.

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Montana State's Dr. Waded Cruzado Makes History as APLU's First Latina President

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Montana State University President Waded Cruzado has been named the next president of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), marking a Dr. Waded Cruzado historic appointment as she becomes the first Latina to lead the organization. Cruzado, who will assume the role on July 1, brings a deeply personal connection to the land-grant university mission, having begun her higher education journey as a first-generation college student at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagez.

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UKVI is tightening the rules on international student attendance

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The Home Office has completed its consultation on how much of an international student's course can be delivered without requiring their attendance. Jim Dickinson considers the implications.

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Florida bill would block undocumented students from selective public colleges

Higher Ed Dive

The proposal comes the day after Gov. Ron DeSantis called for a special legislative session focused on implementing tougher immigration policies.

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Ceremony celebrates xučyun ruwway, UC Berkeley’s newest housing for graduate students

The Berkeley Blog

Indigenous leaders, campus representatives and Albany's mayor honored steps taken to repair relationships between Berkeley and Indigenous people. The post Ceremony celebrates xuyun ruwway, UC Berkeley’s newest housing for graduate students appeared first on Berkeley News.

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SUNY Will Teach Students to ‘Ethically Use AI’

Inside Higher Ed

SUNY Will Teach Students to Ethically Use AI Johanna Alonso Thu, 01/16/2025 - 03:00 AM As part of its existing information literacy general education requirement, students will now study the ethical dimensions of the technology.

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Olin College President Steps Down Amid Financial Strain, Latest in String of Higher Ed Leadership Exits

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Gilda Barabino, president of Olin College of Engineering in Massachusetts, will leave her position at the end of the academic year, adding to the growing list of higher Dr. Gilda Barabino education leadership departures. The announcement comes as the private institution grapples with persistent financial challenges, including annual operating deficits of $4 million.

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Higher education should lift students out of poverty, not trap them within it

Wonkhe

The latest student money and wellbeing survey from Blackbullion shows the impact of student poverty on learning and experience.

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Education Department discharges $4.5B in loans for former Ashford University students

Higher Ed Dive

The agency also is moving to bar the former founder and CEO of Zovio, which owned the online university, from leading any institution taking Title IV funds.

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How Black Americans worked to reform America’s legal system before the Civil Rights Movement

The Berkeley Blog

UC Berkeley professor Dylan Penningroth's book "Before the Movement" reveals the many ways Black Americans navigated the law by asserting their civil rights of property. The post How Black Americans worked to reform America’s legal system before the Civil Rights Movement appeared first on Berkeley News.

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California Colleges Confront Loss as L.A. Burns

Inside Higher Ed

Although colleges in Los Angeles escaped serious fire damage, leaders say they face a long road ahead as hundreds of students and faculty were displaced. The past week has been a blur for Fred Farina, the California Institute of Technologys chief innovation officer, who lost his home in the fires still tearing through Los Angeles. Things turned on a dime.

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NCAA Adds Women's Wrestling as Championship Sport, First Tournament Set for 2026

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a historic move for collegiate athletics, the NCAA has officially recognized women's wrestling as its 91st championship sport, marking a significant milestone for female athletes across the country. The decision, announced at the Association's annual Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, will culminate in the first-ever NCAA women's wrestling championship tournament in 2026.

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Bridget Phillipson reaffirms commitment to free speech

Wonkhe

The government has set out its plan to partially repeal the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act.

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Brenda Eskenazi: An environmental epidemiologist’s journey from Woodstock to America’s salad bowl

The Berkeley Blog

Eskenazis research has taken her all over the world, producing groundbreaking studies on numerous health hazards.

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What Could an Ex-President’s Exit Package Pay For?

Inside Higher Ed

What Could an Ex-Presidents Exit Package Pay For? Josh Moody Thu, 01/16/2025 - 03:00 AM Western New Mexico University president Joseph Shepard received a lucrative payout when he resigned amid controversy. Heres how it stacks up to other budget items at the college.

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Quality Matters Launches Advisory and Consulting Service

Campus Technology

A new service from Quality Matters, the nonprofit focused on quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments, is designed to help colleges and universities develop a sustainable online learning strategy.

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Higher education postcard: Trinity College, Carmarthen

Wonkhe

This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to west Wales This weeks card from Hugh Jones postbag takes us to west Wales

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University of New Orleans turns to furloughs to plug $10M budget hole

Higher Ed Dive

Officials at the public institution blamed falling enrollment, rising costs and a culture of nonpayment among students for ongoing financial woes.

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Engineering a Path for the Forgotten: Meet the Professor Transforming Transportation Access - Dr. Kyung "Kate" Hyun

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Title: Associate Professor Tenured: Yes Age: 40 Education: B.S and M.S. in Urban Planning and Engineering, Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea; PhD. University of California, Irvine (Civil and Environmental Engineering) Career mentors: Dr. Stephen Mattingly, UTA; Dr. Melanie Sattler, UTA Words of wisdom/advice for new faculty: Stay resilient and persistent.

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The Indicators of Timely Completers

Inside Higher Ed

A new study from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows a connection between a students academic achievement in the first year, persistence into the second year and credential completion rates. Over 36million Americans have earned some college credits but have yet to complete a credential, demonstrating gaps in higher education that leave students with only part of a degree and often student loan debt.

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UC Berkeley Announces Sky-T1-32B Open Source AI Model, Offering High Performance at a Fraction of the Cost

Campus Technology

UC Berkeley researchers have introduced Sky-T1-32B, an open source, reasoning-focused language model that delivers high performance at an unprecedented cost of under $450 for training.

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Keep talking about data

Wonkhe

All universities could make more of the data on students they have.

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Colleges no longer protected from immigration raids

Higher Ed Dive

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security lifted the practice of avoiding immigration enforcement at locations where students gather.