Higher Ed Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The Illinois institution plans to transfer its seminary school to Ozark Christian College, just over 400 miles away in Missouri.

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Wonkhe

OCTOBER 12, 2023

This week’s card from Hugh Jones’ postbag takes us to Scotland’s newest university The post Higher education postcard: University of the Highlands and Islands appeared first on Wonkhe.

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Higher Ed Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Occupancy and rental rates have jumped since the pandemic, but inflation remains a hurdle for owners and developers.

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Wonkhe

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The Russell Group wants student finance entitlements and thresholds to increase with inflation and earnings - Jim Dickinson runs the numbers on its members' bursaries The post Student costs have been rising. Have bursaries been rising with them? appeared first on Wonkhe.

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MindMax

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The traditional higher education pathway used to look something like a long cross-country trip on a series of highways. People had a clear idea of the destination they hoped to reach and took the straightest possible path to get there, progressing steadily from one point to the next: an undergraduate degree to a master’s degree, sometimes to a terminal degree before beginning a lifelong career.

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Wonkhe

OCTOBER 12, 2023

We've got three OfS assessment reports so far, so it is time to start drawing conclusions as to how these things work. David Kernohan is your guide The post How do OfS’ “boots on the ground” investigations work? appeared first on Wonkhe.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The literary magazine put the college on the cultural map. Now its institutional home is shutting it down. By Evan Kindley The Gettysburg Review The literary magazine put the college on the cultural map. Now its institutional home is shutting it down.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The way higher education institutions think about learning spaces has changed dramatically in the past few years. Today’s college classrooms must do many things at the same time, offering instruction to students in the room, to others participating remotely, to more who will absorb the lesson later and to still another group who may want to gather outside the classroom to go into even more depth.

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Wonkhe

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It seems to come round faster every time. Jim and DK round up all the excitement from another two sets of OfS board papers The post 34 things to note in the May and July 2023 OfS board papers appeared first on Wonkhe.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Every year, the EDUCAUSE top 10 IT issues report outlines the biggest trends, opportunities and challenges in higher ed IT, covering the higher education IT workforce, teaching and learning, emerging technologies, and more. Susan Grajek, vice president of partnerships, communities and research at EDUCAUSE, presented this year’s list at the organization’s annual conference in Chicago.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

By Adrienne Lu Illustration by The Chronicle A draft, obtained by The Chronicle, would prohibit most outreach programs on public campuses aimed at assisting historically marginalized students.

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WCET Frontiers

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Each year, the goal of the WCET Awards Program is to highlight and showcase promising practices in higher education digital learning and to honor those who have dedicated their time and energies to our field. It is an absolute honor for me to coordinate this program each year. One of my favorite aspects of this program is to work with the WCET Outstanding Work – WOW – Award winners.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work was not the norm in higher education. However, once institutions realized that remote and flexible work policies were not only possible but also offered several advantages — from improved productivity to talent recruitment and retention benefits — many embraced it. At the 2023 EDUCAUSE conference in Chicago, a panel of cybersecurity staff members from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign spoke about their team’s willingness to embrace a hybrid and

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Helix Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Market research provides the insights that give you a competitive advantage. Higher education is facing an array of challenges that require a thorough understanding of the landscape to ensure institutions remain competitive and that resources are allocated to strategies that can be most impactful. The key to navigating these challenges and achieving success lies in understanding the market, anticipating student and industry needs and interests, and implementing strategies to be competitive.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Coming through COVID and having successfully managed the pressure colleges and universities experienced, institutions have found value in flexible course models. The bimodal flexible course model has not been researched or implemented as widely as the trimodal model, commonly referred to as HyFlex. There are many articles and experiments done with HyFlex course design, and currently, it is the most flexible option available for students as it offers students three ways to attend and participate

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The PIE News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The latest insights from admissions tech solution Enroly reveal that despite a 4.8% overall increase in CAS issuance for British universities, there have been declines in enrolments from both India and Nigeria across a sample of 43 institutions in September 23. The PIE understands that several universities are conducting post mortem reviews into the autumn intake, as these enrolment swings were largely unexpected.

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Campus Technology

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Seeking to improve graduation rates at City University of New York (CUNY), a three-way partnership between Google, DataKind, and CUNY's John Jay College of Criminal Justice (JJCCJ) built a predictive AI tool that resulted in a dramatic graduation rate increase — from 54% to 86% in just two years.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Wanda A. Wright Wanda A. Wright has been named director of Arizona State University’s Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement. Wright is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy with a master’s in educational leadership from Arizona State University, an MBA from Webster University in Missouri, and a master’s in public administration from the University of Arizona.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Coming through COVID and having successfully managed the pressure colleges and universities experienced, institutions have found value in flexible course models. The bimodal flexible course model has not been researched or implemented as widely as the trimodal model, commonly referred to as HyFlex. There are many articles and experiments done with HyFlex course design, and currently, it is the most flexible option available for students as it offers students three ways to attend and participate

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The PIE News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Applications submitted to UCAS from international school students are growing faster than overall UCAS international undergraduate applications, a new report from BridgeU has suggested. The report , Investing in International Schools: How UK Universities Can Meet Their Quality & Diversity Goals in 2024 highlighted that applications from BridgeU international school students have risen by a compound annual growth rate of 12% between 2017 and 2022.

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LSE Higher Education Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The Palgrave Handbook of Imposter Syndrome in Higher Education reflects on the ubiquity of imposterism and whether the notion has become so hollowed out it no longer reveals anything about the specificity of academic belonging.

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Caylor Solutions

OCTOBER 12, 2023

SEO strategy expert Guus Goorts explains how the right mix of short and long-term tactics drives traffic and conversions. The post SEO Strategy: Mapping Your SEO Road Trip appeared first on Caylor Solutions.

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Insight Into Diversity

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Two new laws signed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) require state public university systems to make progress in their review and return of Native American remains and artifacts. State and federal legislation requires government entities to return such items, including prayer sticks and wolves’ skins, to tribes. However, a 2020 report from the state auditor found many college campuses lack the funds or clear guidelines to make progress in repatriation, reports the Associated Press (AP).

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University Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

A 6% increase appeared small. It amounted to $342 for every student in the first year. But when Crystal Chavira-Ordunez discussed the tuition rise with their sister, who has been considering attending Cal State Fullerton to pursue a K-12 teaching program, she bristled. Faced with a $1.5bn budget deficit and a years-long enrollment decline , trustees in September voted to raise tuition costs, prompting backlash from students and faculty alike.

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totallyrewired

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:00 – 13:45 Over the last year JISC have been doing some original research on how university students have been incorporating AI into their learning journey and daily lives. Sue will discuss this research and the impact it will have on teaching and assessing our students. Guest: Sue Attewell, Head of Edtech at JISC This event is part of the AI Conversations series from the Teaching, Learning and Employability Exchange at UAL.

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Helix Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Data slicing can reveal valuable insights, but needs to be done carfully. It is beneficial to see the big picture of student satisfaction for the total population you serve. But you may want to consider taking your data review a step further by data slicing on key demographic variables to clarify the picture for you when it comes time to targeting initiatives.

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Campus Technology

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Sparked by the need for remote learning solutions in the face of the pandemic, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) in 2020 began installing ClearOne audio systems in small and large classrooms and conference rooms campuswide.

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University Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Register Now Date & Time: Tuesday, November 14 at 1 pm ET While many institutions are facing flat or declining enrollment, a recent survey found that a staggering 85% of adult learners are actively seeking programs that offer digital credentials for higher education, career advancement, and personal growth. Digital credentials not only offer a more detailed and nuanced representation of an individual’s skills and competencies, but also provide a convenient way to share achievements within pr

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The PIE News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The eldest of six siblings, Sadiq Basha, CEO and founder of application platform Edvoy and language school provider New College Group , started his entrepreneurial journey as an international student coming to the UK from India. He’s not the only international student to have used his journey as inspiration for a business idea (Rupesh Singh’s story is also impressive, for example), but his story is nonetheless inspiring for those the many that follow in his footsteps.

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University Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

A news release stated the Stillman College Cybersecurity Center received $500,000 in grant funding and additional support from Google’s Cybersecurity Clinics Fund. The grant and support are expected to help develop new cybersecurity professionals and help the community defend against cyber attacks. Stillman College will use the grant money to offer free cybersecurity services to organizations and small businesses, hire students for internships in the clinic, provide scholarships and mentor

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UW Presidential Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In her 2023 Annual President’s Address, President Ana Mari Cauce shared her vision for how the University of Washington can elevate its mission of public service through an impact ecosystem that leverages both the breadth and depth of the institution’s capacity for learning, discovery and service. The full text of the address is available here.

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University Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Federal officials discovered that land-grant HBCUs in 16 states have been underfunded compared to their neighboring, predominantly white research universities by more than $12 billion since 1987. U.S. Senators are now working to create stronger federal oversight over state funding. However, there are other sources for HBCUs to explore. A National Science Foundation (NSF) report found that the Department of Defense’s Federal allocation of colleges’ science and engineering programs top

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PeopleAdmin

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Onboarding new employees in higher education is a crucial step that sets the stage for their career success, as well as their contributions to your institution. Whether you’re welcoming faculty, staff, or administrators, a well-structured onboarding program can make all the difference. In this blog post, we’ll explore top tips for onboarding in higher education to ensure a smooth transition for new hires. 1.

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WENR

OCTOBER 12, 2023

NAFSA's Dr. Fanta Aw discusses the indispensability of diversity, the transformative power of international education, and more. The post International Education in an Interdependent World: An Interview with Dr. Fanta Aw, NAFSA appeared first on WENR.

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Campus Technology

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Clarkson University has announced an expansion of its partnership with Mantra Health to offer a broader digital health program called Whole Campus Care for more mental healthcare options for students. The programs are clinically informed and offer various options to support student health 24/7.

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Economics and Change in Higher Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

“Arkansas State is committed to easing the financial burden for these hard-working families as they seek to send their children to college,” Shields said at an on-campus event announcing university achievements and the new scholarship plan. “A-State Promise Plus scholarship will bridge the tuition gap for Arkansas families with a household income of $70,000 or less.

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Campus Technology

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In 2023, just 5% of enterprises had deployed generative AI apps or used generative APIs in production environments, according to Gartner. By 2026, that will skyrocket to 80%, the market research firm forecast in a new report.

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