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Wentworth Institute of Technology to Drop Pre-Calculus Admissions Requirement for STEM Programs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Wentworth Institute of Technology is dropping its pre-Calculus admissions requirement, opening its doors to a wider range of students looking to pursue STEM degrees there. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, less than half of U.S. And only 16% of graduates had completed calculus that year.

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Seed Investments Fund 15 Research Collaborations Between Virginia Tech and Minority-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Collaborations between Virginia Tech and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) or other minority-serving institutions (MSIs) have led to 15 research projects supported by grant funding. This effort is one of several seed investment programs by Virginia Tech’s Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science (ICTAS).to

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A Norwegian vision: transforming higher education with VECOIL partnerships

The PIE News

In the midst of Norway’s enchanting fjords and endless summer daylight, a gathering of educators takes place at the Western Norway University of Applied Sciences in Bergen. The institute’s beauty lies in its ability to foster brand-new partnerships. For instance, VID Specialised University in Oslo and St.

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Netherlands: call for higher education funding rethink in ongoing international debate

The PIE News

Last year, Dutch minister for Education, Culture and Science, Robbert Dijkgraaf, told The PIE in an exclusive interview that the country was searching for an “optimal” number of international students, while he praised the role of student and researcher international exchanges. times as many as the 2005/06 figure.

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Looming Dutch election leaves stakeholders sitting in first gear

The PIE News

Rollercoaster would be a tame word to describe the events in the world of Dutch international education over the last two years. Speaking to The PIE, Jorrit Snijder, Breda University of Applied Sciences ’ President, points out that the debate that’s been going on since the housing crisis has left behind some key context. “The

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How Industry Micro-Credentials Are Transforming Higher Education 

Coursera blog

Scott Shireman, Global Head of Coursera for Campus Career outcomes are a top decision-making factor for students selecting their higher education institution. Enhancing curricula to better align with in-demand skills used by today’s employers is therefore a top priority for higher education institutions.

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Dr. David Emmanuel Goatley Becomes First Black President of Fuller Theological Seminary

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

David Emmanuel Goatley Goatley – he stepped into the role this week– said he aimed for a future for Fuller that expanded beyond traditional American borders to become a global institution that supported the Christian community worldwide. "We We live in the midst of formidable challenges locally, nationally, and globally," Goatley said.