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Oh, the humanit(ies)! Why integrating the liberal arts and STEM is a win-win for students, institutions

University Business

Bolstered by state and national workforce needs and their promising return on investment, the STEM track represents a gold mine for colleges and universities that want to ensure credentials from their institution are providing students with good job prospects and gainful employment.

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Presidents corner: How can courage breathe new life into a classic liberal arts education?

University Business

President Laurie Patton likes this framework, but in her eighth year leading Middlebury College and observing the changing world around her, she believes a new pillar has sprouted. the small private college has traditionally championed the classical values of a liberal arts education.

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Highlights from Higher Ed: International Enrollment, Campus IT Challenges, Global Recruitment, and Most-Regretted Majors 

Liaison International

colleges and universities is on the rise, although it has still not returned to pre-pandemic levels, according to a report released by the Institute for International Education. Most Schools Plan to Increase Global Recruitment Initiatives. International Enrollment Is on the Upswing . Source: Forbes. Two-thirds of U.S.

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President’s Corner: Why Lori White believes DePauw is at a nexus point

University Business

For White, a first-time leader in a role she was familiarizing herself with despite the pandemic, hers has been creating a five-year strategic plan that updates the small liberal arts model for the challenges higher education faces in the 21st century. President White, luckily, had an ace up her sleeve.

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Top 10 Student Recruitment strategies every institution should adopt

Creatrix Campus

Top 10 Student Recruitment strategies every institution should adopt editor Tue, 10/03/2023 - 05:24 In the dynamic world of higher education, recruiting top-tier talent isn't just a process—it's an art. This blog serves as your guide to 10 essential Higher Education Recruitment strategies.

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As I take my leave.

Dr. Missy Alexander

We continuously evolved as we learned about online instruction, gaps in technology access, and the financial and emotional strain on everyone. We’ve invested in Public Health, Addiction Studies, and expanded our portfolio of nursing programs to create pathways from community college to the doctorate in nursing practice.

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President moves: February breathes fresh air into these leaders’ careers

University Business

Aside from his steady hand as interim president, Rhodes is well known for his successful stint as the chancellor of the Austin Community College District (ACC), which grew to 11 campuses and experienced a 168% uptick in the number of degrees earned by students under his leadership, according to the university system. .