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With new safeguards rule, cybersecurity programs become even more critical for higher ed

University Business

Federal regulators have enhanced their requirements that colleges and universities have a comprehensive cybersecurity program in place. If they don’t, they may be unable to participate in Title IV programs and award federal financial aid. Months later, the college received notice that the U.S.

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OPM and Third-Party Servicers Update; Your Turn to Inform the Department of Ed

WCET Frontiers

Their February 15 press release ( see our post about it ) provides opportunities to inform the Department on two separate but related topic areas. Also, our previous research shows that the price at public institutions is often set by their boards without reflection on the cost to build and offer the program. Please join us!

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Student Satisfaction Data: Taking Action for Institutional Success

Helix Education

When used optimally, the data can offer a strong return on investment by informing retention/student success efforts, providing the student perspective for strategic planning, documenting the priorities for your institutional accreditation activities, and identifying your strengths to promote in recruitment materials.

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Aligning Your Academic Program Portfolio to Student and Labor Market Demand

Helix Education

Developing new and innovating within existing academic programs to meet evolving external market demand is critical but can be a daunting challenge for many colleges and universities. Crucial Questions to Ask How can we think strategically about academic program planning?

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Better Conversations and Faster Decisions: Understanding Buyer Psychology

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Navigating the Crossroads of Tradition and Modern Market Dynamics Colleges and universities have a long history of helping students transform their lives. But in a world overflowing with choices and information, institutions should adapt to the changes and evolve to see prospective students as customers.

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Utica proposing to cut a dozen programs, faculty ask why

Inside Higher Ed

18 recommended ending a dozen degree offerings, moves the institution says were informed by a report it won’t release. The private New York college’s public comment period on the changes ends Thursday. Image: Utica University’s president on Jan.

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Critical Role of Classified Professionals with Amparo Medina

Continuous Learning Institute

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: Learn why classified professionals play a critical role in student success and college operations. In this episode, I interview Amparo Medina , Classified Senate President, Oxnard College , California. Another one is program review systems. We do program reviews on the operational side.