Merger Watch: Size matters for surviving the enrollment drop
Higher Ed Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The largest colleges have been growing over the last decade, while enrollment shrank elsewhere.
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How to meet the government’s targets for care experienced students
Wonkhe
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Patricia Ambrose sets out what needs to happen if targets on care leaver participation are to be met The post How to meet the government’s targets for care experienced students appeared first on Wonkhe.
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Advocates urge NC-SARA to add more consumer protections for online students
Higher Ed Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
A dozen policy wonks and higher ed groups are calling for changes at NC-SARA, an organization controlling a key interstate distance learning pact.
Why do universities have so few working class staff?
Wonkhe
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The Social Mobility Foundation's Sarah Atkinson asks why the sector struggles with staff socioeconomic diversity The post Why do universities have so few working class staff? appeared first on Wonkhe.
To fight student disengagement, real-world projects can help
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Image: Undergraduate students are struggling to stay engaged in class—and they believe that material more directly connected to real-life issues could help solve the problem. That’s a key finding of the recent State of the Student 2022 survey by the academic publishing company Wiley, which noted that 55 percent of undergraduate and 38 percent of graduate students said they struggle to remain interested in their classes.
To Support Student Success, Faculty and Campus Leaders Need to Feel a Sense of Belonging Too
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
By Denise S. Bartell, Sandra Robinson & Willie McKether Only two-thirds of new college students will complete their degree within six years. For Black, Latinx, and Native American students, this number is much lower. For colleges and universities to close these equity gaps, they must address the core of the student experience: the time that students spend in the classroom.
The UK Professoriate: male, pale and stale (and unequal)?
HEPI
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
This blog has been kindly written for HEPI by Roger Watson, President, National Conference of University Professors. Since the 1980s, the number of UK university professors has grown five times from 4,500 to 22,855. The professoriate remains predominantly White British and less than one-third are female. However, little knowledge is available about what the UK professoriate does and if, for example, ethnicity and gender influence their roles.
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UK education secretary to oppose cuts to int’l student numbers
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The UK secretary of state for education, Gillian Keegan, has shown strong support for international students and the wider sector, with reports that she will oppose any potential cuts to international student numbers by the Home Office. “It’s a sector we should be very proud of,” said Keegan, in an interview with the Financial Times. “It’s world-leading, a great advert to our country.” Keegan told the publication she wanted to build on the UK’s export market in uni
First Latina Miss Coppin State faces social media backlash
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Image: Keylin Perez, a senior at Coppin State University, was thrilled to be the first Latina crowned Miss Coppin State University, or the university “queen,” a student leadership role at the historically Black institution in Baltimore. She ran unopposed, but not everyone is excited about her win. Perez recently received a surge of vitriol and harassment on social media after she posted a lighthearted TikTok video of her and Mister Coppin bumping into their counterparts at Morgan Sta
The earthquake in Turkey and Syria is a global tragedy and a moment to offer support
UW Presidential Blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Resources Office of Student Life Accessing mental health care (Seattle campus students) Counseling services (UW Tacoma students) Counseling services (UW Bothell students) UW CareLink (PEBB benefits eligible employees, their dependents and household members) ASUW Middle Eastern Student Commission The Center for International Relations & Cultural Leadership Exchange (CIRCLE) Office of Student Financial Aid Academic Advising UW Turkish Cultural Association With every passing day, the devast
Florida colleges have no right to accreditation (opinion)
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
In a recent piece in The Atlantic , Tom Nichols argues that “Florida has a right to destroy its universities.” Governor Ron DeSantis, he writes, “has decided to root out wrong-think at one of Florida’s public colleges”—New College of Florida—“and his harebrained meddling will likely harm the school, but he has every right to do it.
A Valentine for Education Technology
Campus Technology
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
In conversations with educators, have you ever heard one of them say they "love" a certain technology? With Valentine's Day this week, we are wondering what it is about education technologies that educators actually love. Here, we ask Gardner Campbell what he loves about education technology.
College Board Admits Mistakes in AP African American Studies Release and Condemns Florida Administration
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The College Board has admitted almost two weeks after publishing a revised AP African American Studies course framework that it made mistakes in the course’s roll out and condemned the actions and rhetoric of Florida officials surrounding the matter, The Hill reported. Gov. Ron DeSantis “The dialogue surrounding AP African American Studies has moved from healthy debate to misinformation,” College Board said in a statement.
Higher Ed's Political Naïveté
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
As the College Board's Florida fiasco shows, it's time to stop appeasing malign actors. By Holden Thorp Harry Campbell for The Chronicle As the College Board's Florida fiasco shows, it's time to stop appeasing malign actors.
UC Irvine to Launch Pre-Health Professional Development Program to Support Students from Underserved Communities
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The University of California, Irvine, will launch an interdisciplinary, pre-health professional development program, which aims to support students from underserved communities interested in healthcare careers. Dr. Belinda Campos UC PRIME Pre-Health Pathways (UCPPP) – it is receiving funding from a five-year, $3.6 million grant from the California Department of Health Care Access and Information – will select undergraduates for training, advising, and support to increase readiness for medical sc
A Q+A with AI UVA Professor Rajkumar Venkatesan
Coursera blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Winning digital marketing strategies are driven by innovative marketing leaders who relentlessly pursue new ways to connect with their markets using the latest digital tools, from artificial intelligence (AI) to machine learning and more. The AI Marketing Certificate from the Darden School Foundation is designed to provide managers with the framework to advance their marketing strategies to deliver dynamic and personalized customer experiences.
Women Do Higher Ed's Chores. That Must Change.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
From the mundanely sexist to the lawsuit-worthy, service work is inequitable. By Liz Mayo Joan Wong for The Chronicle From the mundanely sexist to the lawsuit-worthy, service work is inequitable.
Community college resource center takes on male retention
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Image: To increase enrollment and retention of male students, Queensborough Community College in New York is investing in a Male Resource Center, aimed at its smallest populations of Black and Latino men to create equity, President Christine Mangino says. The center, expected to open this fall, will provide resources, mentorship and a communal space for male students.
UNCF to Host Networking and Educational Conference
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The United Negro College Fund’s (UNCF) Leadership Conference will host a conference Feb. 16-19 to bring together students, faculty, HBCU community leaders, funding experts, sponsors, alumni, and UNCF-member institutions. Michael J. Cleveland The three-day event will take place in Birmingham, AL, and aims to provide networking and educational opportunities.
Why Faculty Diversity Matters
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Blog: Higher Ed Gamma Did you know that full-time faculty at 4-year universities are: 225 percent more likely to be of a non-Chrisitian faith than other US adults. 131 percent more likely to on the political left. 60 percent more likely to identify as LGBTQ. 55 percent more likely to be religiously unaffiliated. 55 percent less likely to be Black and 67 percent less likely to be Hispanic.
Help Wanted
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
With COVID-19 and its mutations still a presence and cold and flu season in full swing, nurses across the nation continue to be pushed to their limits. In January, nurses from two of New York City’s private hospitals went on strike. Staffing levels were a significant issue in the negotiations. The Ohio State University College of Nursing uses its Summer Institute for Future Nurses as a recruiting tool for high school students.
Taking a big-picture approach to grad school and your career (opinion)
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Category: Carpe Careers Grad school is a perfect opportunity to look beyond minute details and hone that mind-set, a skill that can be used throughout your career and life, writes Anne Meyer-Miner. Editorial Tags: Career Advice Graduate students Show on Jobs site: Image Source: Nadezhda Buravleva/istock/getty images plus Image Size: Thumbnail-horizontal Is this diversity newsletter?
ANNE EDWARDS
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Anne Edwards Anne Edwards has been named director of the Black Cultural Center at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind. Edwards earned a bachelor’s degree in hospitality and tourism management at Purdue University. She holds an MBA from Valparaiso University in Indiana and a Ph.D. in educational psychology from Northern Illinois University.
Why everyone should be talking about student success
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Image: The University Innovation Alliance has been a vocal proponent of student success since its original 11 public member institutions came together in 2014 to innovate based on that goal, with a particular emphasis on scale. Now with 15 members, the alliance—which describes itself as a “multi-campus laboratory for student success innovation”—has produced 118,000 additional graduates as a result of its efforts.
Purdue University to Receive $50 Million to Name Institute in Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business After Benefactor Bruce White.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Purdue University will receive $50 million to name the undergraduate institute in the Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business the Bruce White Undergraduate Institute. Bruce White White – he died Jan. 19 – was founder and chairman of White Lodging, former member of the Purdue Board of Trustees, and longtime university benefactor. The $50 million commitment comes from The Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation and is the largest monetary contribution made to Purdue’s School of Management/Bus
Ask the Chair: ‘Can I Use the Position to Escape My Institution?’
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
“Selfish chair” is an oxymoron, assuming you do the job responsibly. By Kevin Dettmar Sam Kalda for the Chronicle “Selfish chair” is an oxymoron, assuming you do the job responsibly.
Fascinating laser research projects you wish you thought of (Part 1 of 9): Cisco Optics Podcast Ep 35
Cisco blogs - Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Episode 35 of the Cisco Optics Podcast is now posted! See below for episode notes. Cisco Optics Podcast Episode 35 Fascinating laser research projects you wish you thought of, with Juliet Gopinath.
Canada: Edvoy and Trent partner on joint venture
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
International study tech platform Edvoy has entered into a “first-of-its-kind” postgraduate student recruitment partnership with Canada’s Trent University. Together with the Ontario-based institution, Edvoy will launch the joint venture ‘TEX Advanced Learning Centre’ While Trent will deliver the curriculum and manage the academic programs, the one-stop digital platform will bring hundreds of international students to the centre in downtown Oshawa, Ontario. “We
3 Dead, 5 Hospitalized in Shooting at Michigan State U., Police Say
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
By Megan Zahneis Jakkar Aimery, Detroit News, AP Police officers respond to a shooting on the campus of Michigan State U. late Monday. The suspect was found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, university police said in a briefing early Tuesday.
Kirkwood Community College to Close or Modify Programs and Lay Off Faculty and Staff Due to Low Enrollment
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Kirkwood Community College will be closing or modifying three programs and is laying off faculty and staff, citing low enrollment, Corridor Business Journal reported. “Part of our mission is to identify community needs in order to provide exceptional education and training for the communities we serve across our seven counties,” said Kirkwood President Dr.
Drop in China UCAS applications as Nigeria grows
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The number of international students applying for UK undergraduate courses via UCAS has increased by 3% after a slump during the pandemic, driven by countries including Nigeria, India and the US. Applications from China dropped by -4.2% compared to last year but still beat pre-pandemic levels (27,710 in 2023 vs 21,250 in 2020) and were more than double those from five years ago.
Mass Shooting Kills Three and Critically Wounds Five Students at Michigan State University
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Yet another U.S. mass shooting has killed three and critically wounded five Michigan State University (MSU) students. The gunman – he committed suicide – was 43-year-old Anthony Dwayne McRae, someone not affiliated with the school, said MSU Interim Deputy Police Chief Chris Rozman. “We have no idea why he came to campus to do this tonight,” Rozman said.
Collective Bargaining to Reprofessionalize the Faculty
Academe Blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
BY JORDAN HARPER AND ADRIANNA KEZAR In the winter 2023 issue of Academe, our article “Reprofessionalizing the Faculty” highlights campuses that are making systemic changes to better support non-tenure-track faculty, including Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Penn State, and the University of Denver.
SOFIYA ALHASSAN
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Sofiya Alhassan Sofiya Alhassan has been appointed associate dean for inclusion and engagement for the Graduate School of the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She served as the graduate program director of the kinesiology department. Alhassan received a bachelor’s degree from Stetson University and master’s and doctorate degrees in exercise physiology from Auburn University.
'We Cannot All Be Edward Said'
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
John Guillory responds to his critics on politics and criticism. By John Guillory John Guillory responds to his critics on politics and criticism.
A love letter to planet Earth
Cisco blogs - Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
I grew up 228 miles northwest of New York City in a rural village dotted with small farms. It was in this environment that I felt closest to planet Earth.
Fundraiser Fiasco at Connecticut College
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Students at Connecticut College are calling on President Katherine Bergeron to step down over plans for a controversial fundraiser in Florida. The fundraiser was set to be held at the Everglades Club, one of the oldest and most exclusive country clubs in Palm Beach. The venue has a history of racial discrimination and antisemitism ; it famously barred both Black crooner Sammy Davis Jr. and Jewish fashion mogul Estée Lauder from even entering.
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