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Colleges want to expand continuing education but don’t devote resources, survey says

Higher Ed Dive

Nondegree offerings face strain on administrative staff and slow implementation when trying to build out.

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Despite high interest, continuing education programs are sputtering

University Business

Professional continuing education looked particularly enticing to colleges and universities in the wake of the pandemic and the staggering enrollment numbers that followed. The problems may also seem to be worsening. Moreover, 47% of the respondents themselves did not know PCO unit enrollment numbers when asked.

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Oakton Community College Renamed to Oakton College, Plans to Remain a Community College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Oakton Community College has changed its name to Oakton College. The school will remain a community college and offer associate degrees, certificates, and adult and continuing education programs, including the State of Illinois High School Diploma and English as a Second Language programs. “We

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Dr. Elizabeth Mauch Appointed Chancellor of the Vermont State Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Elizabeth Mauch will become the next chancellor of the Vermont State Colleges, effective Jan. Dr. Elizabeth Mauch Bethany College Mauch, currently president of Bethany College, previously served in faculty and leadership roles at Bloomsburg University, including as dean of the College of Education.

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Smith Named Chancellor at the San Diego Community College District

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The San Diego Community College District Board of Trustees has named Gregory Smith to be the district’s next chancellor. Chancellor-Designate Smith has extensive executive-level experience as well as strong familiarity with the challenges facing California’s community colleges,” said SDCCD Board President Bernie Rhinerson.

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Are institutions leveraging their alumni to their full potential? Here’s how they can

University Business

Rep, one alumna make for big-time hires Student recruitment Alumni can be utilized to help enlighten potential college applicants who aren’t well-versed in a specific institution’s offerings. Harvard Business School provides alumni tips and tricks to maximize their utility as unofficial college recruiters.

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The College of Saint Rose to Close Permanently at the End of School Year

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The College of Saint Rose in New York will close permanently due to financial challenges, ending its 103-year span in higher ed. The College of Saint Rose The school’s Board of Trustees voted Thursday to close at the end of the academic year, after May 11 graduation.

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