Higher Ed Dive
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Around two-thirds of employers responding to a survey said they want colleges to approach them about building alternative credentials for workers.
Wonkhe
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
New immigration numbers are out - and higher education has expanded again. Jim Dickinson considers the potential fall out from the figures The post Is the international recruitment bubble about to burst? appeared first on Wonkhe.
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Higher Ed Dive
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Critics argue the proposal damages tenure protections intended to allow faculty to pursue unpopular research without fear of reprisal.
Wonkhe
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
On the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Hugh Jones’ postbag takes us to Kyiv The post Higher education postcard: Kyiv Polytechnic Institute appeared first on Wonkhe.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A bill allowing people to carry concealed weapons at public college campuses in West Virginia passed by a landslide in the state's House of Delegates Feb. 21, NPR reported. This move sends the bill to West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, who has not made any public indication of whether he will sign it into law. As it stands now, the state prohibits carrying guns on public college and university campuses.
Wonkhe
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A year on from the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Leonie Ansems de Vries and Nicole Mennell call on universities to adopt sustainable sanctuary frameworks for all those affected by conflict and displacement The post Ukraine one year on: how the HE sector can support those displaced by conflict appeared first on Wonkhe.
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Image: Opponents and proponents of legalizing marijuana have long debated whether prohibiting or decriminalizing it would lead to increased usage of the drug by young people. The jury may still be out on who’s right, although some studies have shown that recreational cannabis use increased by 20 percent in states that legalized it. Twenty-one states , along with Washington, D.C., and Guam, have legalized the sale, use and production of marijuana; 27 states have decriminalized it, and resea
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Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Image: Career readiness is a critical part of students’ postgraduate success in the workforce. The National Association of Colleges and Employers’ 2022 Student Survey found that graduating seniors who used career center services received more job offers on average, compared to their peers who did not. While the advantages of career services are clear, higher education professionals must implement effective modeling and teaching for their students to navigate career readiness.
University Business
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A new study focusing on employers’ perspectives on micro-credentials reveals that while a strong majority of them believe it boosts a prospective hire’s value, not enough colleges and universities are capitalizing on it. More than 70% of respondents agreed that job applicants with non-degree or alternative credentials have increased the past two years and those hires helped their organization fill an existing skill gap (74%) and improved the quality of their workforce (73%).
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The University of Texas System’s board of regents has suspended all new policies promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and asked school leaders to report on their current DEI policies, citing that some practices have “strayed from the original intent,” The Texas Tribune reported. “Certain DEI efforts have strayed from the original intent to now imposing requirements and actions that, rightfully so, has raised the concerns of our policymakers around those efforts on campuses across our
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
“Making dreams a reality is a common thread throughout the lives and stories of our Alumni Awards finalists,” said Elizabeth Tresnan, campaign director for Study UK , at North American awards ceremony at The British Embassy in Washington DC. The British Council’s Study UK Alumni Awards is celebrated in multiple locations throughout the world, with finalists then eligible to apply for the worldwide award in one of the four categories: Business and Innovation, Science and Sustainability, Culture a
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the end of the military draft and the birth of America’s all-volunteer force, and the golden anniversary comes at a time when the future of the volunteer military has never been more uncertain. In fiscal year 2022, the U.S. Army missed its recruitment target by a record 25 percent, or 15,000 soldiers. Even applications to the elite service academies—long insulated from social and economic pressures—declined in 2022, with those declines ra
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A bill to incentivize Colorado prisoners to pursue higher education passed 61-1 in the state House of Representatives, Colorado Politics reported. The bill still needs approval from the state Senate and governor. Rep. Matthew Martinez HB 1037 – Reps. Matthew Martinez and Rose Pugliese, and Sen. Julie Gonzales are prime bill sponsors – would deduct time off of an inmate’s sentence for earning an academic credential while incarcerated – six months for earning a certificate, one year for an associa
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Image: Stanford University will raise undergraduate tuition by 7 percent for the upcoming academic year, citing inflation, which has squeezed institutions and consumers alike across the U.S. The move marks a significant jump from the 4 percent tuition increase Stanford’s Board of Trustees approved last year. Experts say Stanford is an outlier in the size of its tuition increase, though they expect numerous other institutions to raise sticker prices in the coming months.
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The US will begin allowing student visa applications up to a year in advance, it has been announced. In a bid to get ahead of visa processing times, the US government added a clause on the state department’s website that could see prospective students issued an I-20 form, in order to obtain an F-1 or M visa, up to 365 days before their start date. But students will not be permitted to enter the US until they are within 30 days of the beginning of their university program.
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
In our digital age, academics are having to include ever more numbers in papers and reports, and Martha B. Coven offers tips for using them most effectively. Job Tags: FACULTY JOBS Editorial Tags: Career Advice Research Writing Show on Jobs site: Image Source: Erhui1979/digitalvision vectors/getty iamges Image Size: Thumbnail-horizontal Is this diversity newsletter?
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The current uncertainties and socioeconomic circumstances have led to a demand for skilled workers worldwide. International students are currently the target of widening skills gaps in Australia and Canada through various government immigration activities. In September-November 2022, according to the office of national statistics, there were 1.19 million vacancies in the UK.
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Blog: Learning Innovation Each week, I receive email messages from communications professionals asking if I’d be interested in including their clients in my “ 3 Questions ” series. Ninety-nine out of 100 times, I’d say the answer is no. In order to potentially generate some new Q&As and perhaps cut down on unproductive emails, I thought I’d share the criteria I use in deciding whom to interview.
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Mental health services at Australian universities need to be tailored to international students’ cultural needs if they are to be effective, a leading mental health charity has said. Orygen , which is based in Victoria, told The PIE News that while most Australian educational institutions provide some form of mental health support for their international students, service engagement is often limited.
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Image: In the perpetual tug-of-war between openness and confidentiality in searches for new college and university presidents, secrecy has been winning in a rout. Most recently, Florida passed a law exempting public college presidential searches from the state’s open records law, and Purdue University hired Mitch Daniels’s replacement on the same day the university announced its longtime president’s retirement.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Following up plans for educational access and equity with actions has become the hallmark of Grand Valley State University, which has a statewide presence in Michigan. After the death of George Floyd in 2020, Dr. Philomena V. Mantella, president of Grand Valley State, issued and completed a 15-point plan for racial equity as a clear statement on providing foundational knowledge around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and emphasizing commitment to the university’s values.
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Blog: Beyond Transfer Knowing there is no easy way to “fix transfer,” the Beyond Transfer Policy Advisory Board (PAB) seeks to tackle the complicated problems and hidden complexities associated with credit mobility and transfer. Financial disincentives—what they are, why they exist and how they impede progress on transfer and credit mobility—represent hidden complexities the PAB explores in its new paper released today.
Faculty Focus
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
What is imposter syndrome? You feel a change in breathing as you enter a classroom. The thought of applying for an internship makes you tense. An envelope comes from a college you have just been accepted to—are they revoking your admission? The above scenarios can be understood as the impact of imposter syndrome in a variety of settings. Imposter syndrome is a common experience among college students, particularly those students from any group marginalized on campus.
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Sector stakeholders have celebrated Australia’s decision to extend post-study work rights for targeted courses and professions, and to raise the cap on the number of hours that international students are permitted to work to 48 hours per fortnight from July 1. Rizky Pratama, s outheast Asia country coordinator at Macquarie University, described it as “e xciting”, while Noida Ritika Gupta, o wner of Planet Education, said it was a “g reat opportunity for students lookin
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Ninety-five percent of employers see benefits in their employees accruing microcredentials, according to a new survey from Collegis Education and UPCEA, the association for college and university leaders in online and professional continuing education. Among the leaders surveyed from 500 organizations, 76 percent said pursuing microcredentials demonstrates an employee’s willingness to develop their skills, 63 percent said it shows initiative and 60 percent said it’s an easy way to co
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Macalester’s response to a controversial exhibit undermines the liberal arts. By Amna Khalid and Jeffrey Aaron Snyder Getty Images Macalester’s response to a controversial exhibit undermines the liberal arts.
Academe Blog
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
BY JENNIFER RUTH “Will You Take the Stand?” ask the Florida college students staging a walkout at noon today. In an online pledge form, they write, The DeSantis Administration is proposing to outlaw all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives at Florida Colleges and Universities.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
After a student authored an antisemitic article, activists accused Tulane of violating its own free speech by publicly launching an investigation. By Sylvia Goodman Philip Cheung for The Chronicle After a student published an article defending Kanye West, Tulane denounced it and opened a review of her conduct. Some free-speech experts say the university may have violated her rights by implying that her speech may not be protected.
HEPI
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
This blog has been kindly written for HEPI by Elaine Boyes, Executive Director, AGCAS and Anne Marie Graham, Chief Executive, UKCISA. Recent research by AGCAS (Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services) found that international graduates using the Graduate Route visa need resilience and perseverance to succeed in the UK job market. The research, funded by the UPP Foundation , is based on a June 2022 survey and November 2022 focus groups with survey respondents.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
By Kate Hidalgo Bellows Mandi Wright, USA Today Network Michigan State’s interim president, Teresa Woodruff, speaks to reporters last week, after a gunman’s fatal attack on the campus. After a shooting spree last week killed three students, officials wrestled with how to make the campus feel safe, when to resume operations, and how to handle the media.
Faculty Focus
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
What is imposter syndrome? You feel a change in breathing as you enter a classroom. The thought of applying for an internship makes you tense. An envelope comes from a college you have just been accepted to—are they revoking your admission? The above scenarios can be understood as the impact of imposter syndrome in a variety of settings. Imposter syndrome is a common experience among college students, particularly those students from any group marginalized on campus.
The Guardian - Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
University accepts it did not make adjustments for her illness as a form of disability Warwick University has agreed to pay a student who is seriously ill with cancer £12,000 in damages for the “distress and inconvenience” caused by not allowing her to extend her course as a result of her health condition. Riham Sheble, an international postgraduate film and television studies student at Warwick was diagnosed with uterine sarcoma – a rare and aggressive form of cancer – in February 2021.
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Arizona State University’s student newspaper, State Press Magazine , called on the university to end its institutional subscription to The New York Times in solidarity with members of the LGBTQ+ community who have criticized the paper for publishing homophobic and transphobic content. On Feb. 15, a coalition of Times contributors wrote a letter to the newspaper condemning recent reporting in the paper that they described as damaging to the transgender community.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Gloria Oikelome Gloria Oikelome has been appointed provost and vice president for academic affairs at Delaware Valley University. Oikelome received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Bethel University, a master’s in science education and cell & molecular biology from Long Island University, an Ed.D. in higher education administration from Immaculata University, and a Ph.D. in organizational leadership from Eastern University.
The Guardian - Higher Education
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
We are seeing a leader emerge who doesn’t promise quick fixes, but is committed to the long-term revival of broken Britain Aside from being 28% ahead in the polls, a sure sign that a party is on the threshold of power, is its leader receiving a ferocious roasting on the BBC’s Today show. Keir Starmer, laying out his “ five missions ” covering the economy, the NHS, crime, the climate crisis and education, was stress-tested in that boxing ring on Thursday morning.
Inside Higher Ed
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The Temple University Graduate Students’ Association voted to reject a deal proposed by the administration to end the strike that began in late January. The margin wasn’t close: 92 percent voted to continue the strike (and 83 percent of eligible voters participated). The university has ended striking graduate student workers’ health coverage and, in what the American Federation of Teachers calls an “unprecedented” move, is demanding they pay tuition, too.
Campus Technology
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Through a new partnership with online learning platform edX, Pepperdine University plans to launch its first MicroMasters master's degree program, available later this year. The new program will offer a flexible pathway to completing a master's degree through career-relevant, skill-based introductory courses.
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