7 higher education trends to watch in 2024
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 8, 2024
Colleges will likely grapple with continued consolidation, the rise of artificial intelligence and more attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion.
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The other student loan affordability problem
Wonkhe
JANUARY 8, 2024
It's not just graduates that are struggling to afford student loan repayments. The IFS notes that covering the cost of loans is getting very expensive for the government. David Kernohan has a read The post The other student loan affordability problem appeared first on Wonkhe.
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Fewer individuals donate to colleges following tax changes, research finds
Higher Ed Dive
JANUARY 8, 2024
Peer-reviewed research found private research universities saw the biggest decline in donor numbers.
Taking part in sport can prepare you for leadership
Wonkhe
JANUARY 8, 2024
If your New Year's resolution is to move more, Shân Wareing shares her reflections on how sport can support growing leadership skills and personal wellbeing The post Taking part in sport can prepare you for leadership appeared first on Wonkhe.
The Disposable, Indispensable Faculty Member
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JANUARY 8, 2024
If teaching is so easy, why do so many tenured professors take such great pains to avoid it? By Rebecca Schuman If teaching is so easy, why do so many tenured professors take such great pains to avoid it?
Report Presents New Approach to Increasing Completion Rates at Public Institutions
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JANUARY 8, 2024
Complete College America makes a case for a shift in higher education funding formulas. In the new report, “Ending Unfunded Mandates in Higher Education: Using Completion-Goals Funding to Improve Accountability and Outcomes,” Complete College America (CCA) calls on states to evolve beyond performance-based funding to what they call completion-goals funding.
Who Failed Whom at Harvard?
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
Who Failed Whom at Harvard? Josh Moody Mon, 01/08/2024 - 03:00 AM Claudine Gay’s presidency lasted a mere six months. Now, in the aftermath of her exit, questions linger about how the Harvard Corporation handled matters.
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Presidential Selection Is Not Like the Weather
Academe Blog
JANUARY 8, 2024
BY JONATHAN REES The key part of what the AAUP Redbook has to say about the role of faculty in the selection of a new university president is in the Statement on Government of Colleges and Universities: “Joint effort of a most critical kind must be taken when an institution chooses a new president.
JAMES T. OVERTON
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JANUARY 8, 2024
James T. Overton James T. Overton has been named chief of the police department at Delaware State University. This is his second time serving in the role, initially from 2005 to 2011. Overton holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Delaware State and a master’s degree in human resource management from Wilmington College in Delaware.
European student housing sees smallest YoY price increase since 2021
The PIE News
JANUARY 8, 2024
Rent prices across most of Europe experienced a “consecutive slowdown in price increases” in 2023’s Q4, according to HousingAnywhere. The organisation’s international rent index for the final quarter of last year reported a year-on-year price increase of 5.8% – while still an increase, it was the lowest of the financial year – and the lowest since 2021.
Finding Strength in the Struggle
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
Finding Strength in the Struggle Sarah Bray Mon, 01/08/2024 - 03:00 AM Roshni Rao describes how she discovered that progress as an international scholar demands active self-advocacy, not just adaptation.
About That Taylor Swift Class at Harvard …
The Chronicle of Higher Education
JANUARY 8, 2024
Should college courses really be resorting to clickbait? By Ben Parker Lambada, iStock Should college courses really be resorting to clickbait?
‘Depending on the Context’
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
‘Depending on the Context’ Elizabeth Redden Mon, 01/08/2024 - 03:00 AM Walter M. Kimbrough considers the context for a high-profile presidential resignation. Byline(s) Walter M.
Government to lose money on all student loans – even those repaid in full
The Guardian - Higher Education
JANUARY 8, 2024
The increased cost of borrowing has left the government with an £11bn annual shortfall, according to the IFS Student loans in England are expected to cost the government an extra £11bn a year as a result of higher interest rates massively increasing the cost of borrowing, according to analysis by the Institute for Fiscal Studies. The IFS said the huge additional cost was not reflected in either of the government’s official measures of the cost of student loans.
Columbia joins New York consortium on artificial intelligence
University Business
JANUARY 8, 2024
Columbia University will join six other research institutions as part of a plan announced today by New York Governor Kathy Hochul to make New York State a leader in artificial intelligence research and innovation. At the center of this effort, called “Empire AI,” is the building of a state-of-the art artificial intelligence computing center in upstate New York to promote responsible research and development and to create jobs and other opportunities.
Addressing Funding Disparities to Advance Equity in Community Colleges
Higher Education Today
JANUARY 8, 2024
Title: Variation in Community College Funding Levels: A Focus on Equity Authors: Sandy Baum and Jason Cohn Source: The Urban Institute Community colleges play a critical role in expanding access to higher education, enrolling 44 percent of all U.S. public undergraduate students. But concerns about uneven and inadequate funding for these institutions relative to public.
Report Details Student Loan Servicing Errors
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
Student loan borrowers have experienced billing errors and long waits to get hold of the companies managing their loans since payments restarted in October, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said in a new report released Friday.
‘Terms that may be open to challenge’: Competition and Markets Authority warns Higher Education Institutions
HEPI
JANUARY 8, 2024
This blog was kindly authored by Daniel Amery, LLB graduate from UCL and Operations Director at lawprof.co. Consumer Rights Legislation exists to ensure that powerful traders do not take advantage of their consumers through unfair terms and actions. However, many academics are unaware that students are one such example, owing to the high fees charged, the high level commitment, and the potential consequences of onerous terms that are impossible to negotiate.
Rora 2023 Salary Negotiation Report for AI Researchers - TeamRora
Economics and Change in Higher Education
JANUARY 8, 2024
This report is for 4th and 5th year PhDs or final year postdocs interested in transitioning from academia to industry and have a background in machine learning. This can also be a guide for early career professionals who did not negotiate well at the start of their career. Over the past five years, we’ve coached hundreds of PhDs on everything from career decisions to negotiating offers at most of the top AI companies like Google Brain, DeepMind, OpenAI, FAIR, MSR, Anthropic, and more.
New College Degree Programs Announced in December 2023
Gray Associates
JANUARY 8, 2024
Discover the latest college degree programs introduced in December, spanning healthcare, computer sciences, engineering, and business. These programs promise innovation and opportunity, but it's essential to evaluate their alignment with your institution's goals, quality, demand, job prospects, competition, and economic feasibility. Stay at the forefront of higher education with these exciting possibilities.
Report Finds Most Colleges Did Not Consider Race Before 2023 Supreme Court Decision
Higher Education Today
JANUARY 8, 2024
Title: Admissions at most colleges will be unaffected by Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action Authors: Sarah Reber, Gabriela Goodman, Rina Nagashima Source: Brookings Institute One of the primary concerns after the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision on the consideration of race in higher education is that the number of students from historically excluded backgrounds will.
15 More Gen Z Swag Ideas For Your Students
Caylor Solutions
JANUARY 8, 2024
Fifteen ideas to help you create eye catching swag that resonates with Gen Z. The post 15 More Gen Z Swag Ideas For Your Students appeared first on Caylor Solutions.
University of Utah Ends Diversity Statements in Hiring
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
The University of Utah will no longer use diversity statements in hiring, The Salt Lake Tribune reported. The paper shared a screenshot of the email President Taylor Randall sent announcing the move to all university leaders involved in hiring new employees.
U.S. News makes money from some of its biggest critics: Colleges
University Business
JANUARY 8, 2024
For more than a year, U.S. News has been embroiled in another caustic dispute about the worthiness of college rankings — this time with dozens of law and medical schools vowing not to supply data to the publisher, saying that rankings sometimes unduly influence the priorities of universities. But school records and interviews show that colleges nevertheless feed the rankings industry, collectively pouring millions of dollars into it.
How Human Law Can Apply to AI: Academic Minute
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
Today on the Academic Minute: Daniel Gervais, the Milton R. Underwood Chair and professor of law at Vanderbilt University, examines the laws of the land to find out if artificial intelligence run an LLC by itself.
Texas A&M President responds to national security and Qatar campus rumors
University Business
JANUARY 8, 2024
This week reports from several outlets, including the Jerusalem Post, referenced a letter from the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP) to US Officials about “alarming research findings exposing Qatar’s unreported and unregulated funding to Texas A&M University.” Contrary to recent reports, (Ret.) General Mark A. Welsh III, the President of Texas A&M University, clarified that the Qatar campus does not offer a nuclear engineering program or related classes.
Tips to balance work and life
Coursera blog
JANUARY 8, 2024
Hi! So far in this series, we’ve explored ways you can encourage career growth through clear professional development goals , a structured career development plan , guidance from your mentors , and with help from your network. To close this series, we’re going to explore the role work-life balance can play in your growth. Although it’s tempting to believe that the best way to get work done is to simply do your work, taking breaks and nourishing the non-work areas of your life can enable greater
Norwich University President Out
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
Norwich University president Mark Anarumo is out after three years leading the private military college in Vermont, a decision that Anarumo told VTDigger was “mutual.” University officials have been tight-lipped about his departure.
From Career Upskilling to Lifelong Learning: A Q&A with 2U's Anant Agarwal
Campus Technology
JANUARY 8, 2024
CT asks Anant Agarwal about lifelong learning and how edX connects individuals to education whatever their career or life stage.
Eastern Gateway Community College Under U.S., State Criminal Investigation
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
A search warrant issued by federal, state and local law enforcement authorities was executed last week at Eastern Gateway Community College in Ohio, according to the state auditor’s office.
Google likely to layoff 30,000 employees post new AI innovation - CNBCTV18
Economics and Change in Higher Education
JANUARY 8, 2024
According to a recent report from The Information, Google is considering a substantial workforce reduction, potentially affecting up to 30,000 employees, as part of a strategic move to integrate AI into various aspects of its business processes. The proposed restructuring is anticipated to primarily impact Google's ad sales department, where the company is exploring the benefits of leveraging AI for operational efficiency.
Jacques Berlinerblau on Protest and Learning: Syllabus Podcast
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
This week’s episode of the Syllabus podcast features a conversation with Jacques Berlinerblau, an MSNBC commentator and professor at Georgetown University. The Syllabus podcast is from the Office of Open Learning at American Jewish University and Inside Higher Ed.
Advocacy quick hits
AACC
JANUARY 8, 2024
Editor’s note: This weekly update from the government relations office at the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) provides the latest on what’s happening in Washington and how AACC is advancing policies to support community colleges and students. Send questions, feedback and more to: kgimborys@aacc.nche.edu. The 2024-25 FAFSA Goes Live Department of Education gears up Read More » The post Advocacy quick hits first appeared on AACC.
Aberdeen strike ballot opens amid MFL cut proposal
The PIE News
JANUARY 8, 2024
The Universities and College Union Aberdeen branch has opened a strike ballot following the University of Aberdeen’s proposal to cut modern languages degrees. The consultation began in late 2023, with university officials proposing the idea to senior university management. On December 12, the plan was put through in a university court meeting – leading to up to 30 people facing redundancy and “facing a worrying start to the new year”, said the UCU.
DataPoints: Military service-related student aid programs
AACC
JANUARY 8, 2024
DataPoints: Military service-related student aid programs The U.S. Department of Education collects information on the number of recipients and total amount of aid received at each institution of higher education for two military service-related programs. The data reported on the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) are for: the Post 9/11 GI Bill, which provides aid for Read More » The post DataPoints: Military service-related student aid programs first appeared on AACC.
MLA Delegates Pass Motion Defending Pro-Palestine Speech
Inside Higher Ed
JANUARY 8, 2024
MLA Delegates Pass Motion Defending Pro-Palestine Speech Ryan Quinn Mon, 01/08/2024 - 03:00 AM A leading opponent of the statement said it represented “an organizational pivot to anti-Zionism.
How these 3 U.S. universities are democratizing study abroad access
University Business
JANUARY 8, 2024
Growth in international students to the U.S. helps suggest that globalized learning has a chance to make a big rebound in higher education as it sheds its pandemic coat. While interest in studying abroad, too, makes big gains, it’s hitting an age-old roadblock, stymying students from experiencing a vital growth opportunity. More than eight in 10 students surveyed by Terra Dotta, a global engagement platform, said program cost/finances weight into their doubts about studying abroad.
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