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President moves: Leaders cross state lines for new opportunities; 1 steps down

University Business

The South Dakota Board of Regents has found a new Black Hills State University president: Steve Elliott, a Marine Corps veteran and accomplished sculptor. As dynamic as Elliott’s background and education are, his 20 years at Wayne State University (Mich.) also speak volumes about his durability and commitment.

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President moves: Why community members are opposed to 2 leaders stepping down

University Business

And the most recent smattering of presidents to soon depart is a stark reminder of that. Of the four college and university presidents whose run will end this academic year, only one is retiring on satisfying terms. Endings are never easy, and they’re rarely smooth. Carter is no stranger to the military.

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Helping Afghan women back into higher ed

Inside Higher Ed

A few are going further, asking what they can do to help Afghan women regain control of their academic futures, whether through scholarships to U.S. campuses, partnerships with universities in nearby countries or expanded access to online classes. “Scholarships to study at a U.S. The Taliban's Dec.

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Hard Jobs

Susquehanna President's Blog

At the Intercollegiate Athletics Forum in early December, Mark Emmert, president of the NCAA, said “Being a university president is the hardest job in America.” Being a university president isn’t the hardest job I have had. Being a university president isn’t even the mostly intellectually taxing job I have had.

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Employee retires after 70 years

Inside Higher Ed

“If they did say something, they would’ve been taken care of by the dean and president,” Bell said. ” Pat Flanagan, former chair of the music department at King, met Bell while he was a student. “They constantly let people know that Jewel is part of the college.” She has a Ph.D.

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Resuscitating Dead Money

Inside Higher Ed

” He wondered what could be done about funds (especially scholarship dollars) whose restrictions make them impossible to use. A scarcity mentality whereby departments created their own restrictions because they’re afraid of running out of money. If there were a topic most likely to ignite a rant from me, this would be it.

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AAUP Report on Political Interference in Higher Education: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 185 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Henry “Hank” Reichman

The Change Leader, Inc.

Investigative Insights: A Deep Dive into the Crisis In preparing this report, over 65 interviews were conducted with various stakeholders, including faculty, students, alumni, and former university presidents. Encourage not only retired but also current university leaders to speak out against political interference.