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Medaille University to close amid falling enrollment and layoffs

Higher Ed Dive

The university's board voted Monday to cease operations, following a failed merger attempt with Trocaire College.

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Simulation is great, but nursing students need more placements

Wonkhe

A greater use of simulation makes investment in traditional nursing placements more, not less, important. Andrew Jones and Robert Mirante explain The post Simulation is great, but nursing students need more placements appeared first on Wonkhe.

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Report: Many borrowers who could benefit from income-driven repayment don’t know about it

Higher Ed Dive

The Education Department should ramp up communications about the plans as it rolls out regulations to expand them, New America said.

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UK international student contribution soars to £42bn

The PIE News

A landmark report by various stakeholders in the UK has revealed that international students boosted the country’s economy by £41.9bn in the academic year 2021/22. The benefits and costs of international higher education students to the UK economy, compiled by Universities UK International , HEPI and Kaplan International Pathways , showed that the corresponding cost of the students to taxpayers was just £4.4bn.

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New York lawmakers again seek to ban legacy, early decision college admissions

Higher Ed Dive

The prohibition would apply to public and private institutions and would heavily fine them if they violated it.

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FIRE statement on Florida’s expansion of the Stop WOKE Act

FIRE

As FIRE said when this bill passed the legislature: Prohibiting ideas in the name of freedom is not freedom at all. It is censorship.

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Higher ed survey reveals trending data uses among 150 institutions

Higher Ed Dive

Data practices in higher education have lagged behind other industries, but that’s changing as more institutions seek to apply data insights.

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Politicians as commencement speakers remain a risky proposition

Higher Ed Dive

Dividing the audience with speaker choice can undercut the joy of graduation, says George Mason professor emeritus.

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FIRE to Uvalde: Lift ban on father who questioned school safety or we'll sue

FIRE

Uvalde father Adam Martinez was banned from school property and school board meetings for two years.

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Florida bans DEI spending at all public colleges

Higher Ed Dive

The new law, signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday, also limits what faculty can teach in the classroom.

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DeSantis Signs Bill to Defund DEI Programs at Florida Colleges

Insight Into Diversity

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed several bills Monday that will bring major changes to the state’s higher education system, including banning public colleges and universities from spending money on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The newly approved SB 266 prohibits public colleges from using state or federal funds to support DEI initiatives.

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Dr. Leonard Taylor Appointed Director of the National Survey of Student Engagement at Indiana University Bloomington

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Leonard Taylor will become director of the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) at Indiana University Bloomington, effective July. NSSE is part of the IU School of Education’s Center for Postsecondary Research. Dr. Leonard Taylor Taylor, currently an associate professor and program coordinator in Auburn University’s College of Education, will also become an associate professor in the school’s Higher Education and Student Affairs program.

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“Mixed” recovery for New Zealand institutions

The PIE News

International student numbers have continued to increase in New Zealand since borders reopened in July 2022, but student visa rates are still lagging behind pre-pandemic levels. Visa approvals for applicants to New Zealand’s universities exceeded pre-pandemic levels at the beginning of 2023, but other sectors remain lower than in 2019, according to new data.

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Admissions Offices, Cautiously, Start Using AI

Inside Higher Ed

Admissions Offices, Cautiously, Start Using AI Featured Image at Top of Article gettyimages-1448152453-170667a.

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My Mentors Taught Me to Be Career-Ready

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Finding your first job after college can be like solving a puzzle. To succeed, you'll need to gather the necessary information, connect the dots, and figure out the best way to reach your goal. As someone who developed an interest in business and finance during high school, I wish I had learned more about the different pieces needed to solve this puzzle earlier on.

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How Campuses Can Help Prepare Borrowers for the Resumption of Student Loan Repayments

Higher Education Today

Title: Resumption of Loan Repayment: Task Force Report Authors: National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) recently released a report providing guidance to college and university leaders on how to support borrowers waiting for their student loan repayments to resume or those beginning repayment.

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UK ELT recovery is optimistic but uneven, new data shows

The PIE News

The latest figures from English UK show optimism for the country’s ELT sector, as MPs responded to the sector’s bid for government help to regain its premier position. For English UK members, the year 2022 saw a doubling of student weeks and a three-fold rise in numbers, according to association’s annual Student Statistics report. Data from the 308 centres reporting in both 2019 and 2022, compiled by BONARD , outlines that the sector has now recovered 60% of its 2019 student we

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Dr. Lorenzo Lamar Esters Appointed President of The Indianapolis Foundation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Lorenzo L. Esters has been appointed president of The Indianapolis Foundation. Dr. Lorenzo Lamar Esters Esters was most recently the chancellor for the Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis service area. Previously, he was vice president for advancement and member engagement for the Association of American Colleges and Universities; executive director of higher education partnerships for the Educational Testing Service (ETS); and vice president for philanthropy with Strada Education Networ

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IIT Madras to open first campus in East Africa

The PIE News

One of India’s most prestigious institutions, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras , will open a campus on the island of Zanzibar in Tanzania later this year as the country moves to embrace transnational education. The campus will be opened in the Indian ocean island in October this year and will open with 70 students including 50 undergraduates and 20 master’s degree students.

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ILIANA B. MELENDEZ

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Iliana B. Melendez Iliana B. Melendez has been named assistant vice president and dean of students at Coastal Carolina University in Conway, South Carolina. Melendez holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, and a master’s in student affairs and higher education from Texas State University.

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'Calls' and 'Meetings': How Ben Sasse Spent His First 7 Weeks as U. of Florida President

The Chronicle of Higher Education

By Megan Zahneis Illustration by The Chronicle; photo by Tom Williams, Getty Images The former U.S. senator from Nebraska, who took office at a tumultuous time for higher education in the state, has been seen infrequently on campus.

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In the Battle for Tenure, Words Matter

Inside Higher Ed

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How to Become a Mobile-Mindful Teacher

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Instead of giving in to frustration over cellphones in the fall, maybe it’s time to put them to good use in class. By James M. Lang Instead of giving in to frustration over cellphones in the fall, maybe it’s time to put them to good use in class.

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Whittier College President Dr. Linda Oubré Announces Resignation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Linda Oubré, the first Black president of Whittier College, announced her resignation last week, amid financial challenges, declining enrollment, and performance criticism, the Los Angeles Times reported. Dr. Linda Oubré Oubré, who has spent five years in the role, said it was the “right time” to step down, not mentioning controversies in her resignation email, which was sent to the campus community.

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Police Seek Recruits at HBCUs

Inside Higher Ed

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Updated College Scorecard Data Shed New Light on Student Earnings, Borrower Repayment Outcomes, Campus Diversity, and More  

IHEP

By: Kim Dancy Last month, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced a series of updates to its College Scorecard —a free online resource designed to help prospective college students compare institutions using data such as tuition costs, graduation rates, and post-college earnings. Policymakers, institutional leaders, and researchers can also leverage this data to shed light on postsecondary education today.

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Tips for Graduation Speakers

Inside Higher Ed

Tips for Graduation Speakers Matt Reed Mon, 05/15/2023 - 03:00 AM

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International students boosted UK economy by £42bn in 2021/2 – study

The Guardian - Higher Education

Report finds economic benefit to UK rose by a third in three years, making overseas students a significant contributor to economy The economic benefit international students bring to the UK has jumped by a third in three years, boosting the economy by an estimated £42bn in 2021/2, according to new analysis. The report, by analysts London Economics, said the economic benefit to the country rose from £31.3bn in 2018/9 to £41.9bn three years later as growing numbers of international students choose

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Northland Votes No Confidence in President

Inside Higher Ed

Northland Votes No Confidence in President Scott Jaschik Mon, 05/15/2023 - 06:04 AM

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Ontario Colleges. Again.

HESA

Hi all. Just a short note before getting into this blog post that we at HESA Towers are trying something a bit new. On Thursday, we are hosting an online meeting for everyone across the country who is interested in institutional policies on teaching and learning with respect to AI programs based on Large Language Models. Want to know how many institutions are seeing the issue mainly as a plagiarism problem and how many are seeing it as an opportunity to innovate in teaching learning?

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NYC Mayor Booed at Commencement

Inside Higher Ed

NYC Mayor Booed at Commencement Scott Jaschik Mon, 05/15/2023 - 03:00 AM

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Here are 4 ways AI is already impacting higher education

University Business

Artificial intelligence is finding evermore creative ways to interweave within our everyday lives, and it’s no different in higher education. When OpenAI released ChatGPT in November, administrators clamored to adapt curriculum around AI-powered students. Little did they realize that college professors are among the most prominent professions affected by AI language modeling.

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5 top priorities for advancement leaders in 2023

EAB

Blogs 5 top priorities for advancement leaders in 2023 In April 2023, EAB surveyed chief advancement officers across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom asking them to identify the most pressing issues for their advancement shops. The 95+ respondents included leaders at both public and private institutions, whose student counts ranged from less than 2,000 to more than 50,000.

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Are private colleges losing potential students due to a bad marketing tactic?

University Business

It used to be a clever marketing tactic for colleges to increase their cost of attendance incrementally. In marketing psychology, companies are willing to raise their price tag to associate their service with higher quality. However, it seems private colleges have now taken the Chivas Regal Effect past its limit. Today, nearly one-third of parents and students believe that a college education is overpriced, and 81% of families crossed a school off their list at some point due to cost, according

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Some College, No Credential Population Continues to Grow

Higher Education Today

Title: Some College, No Credential Student Outcomes: Annual Progress Report – Academic Year 2021/2022 Authors: J. Causey, A. Gardner, A. Pevitz, M. Ryu, and D. Shapiro Source: National Student Clearinghouse Research Center In its annual report, the National Student Clearinghouse provides context in creating better outcomes for the some college, no credential (SCNC) population, specifically.

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Innovations in Engineering Education and Practice: The Engineering New Zealand Perspective

Creatrix Campus

Innovations in Engineering Education and Practice: The Engineering New Zealand Perspective editor Mon, 05/15/2023 - 06:37 The field of engineering is constantly evolving, and staying up-to-date with the latest innovations is critical for success. This is particularly true for engineering education and practice, where innovative approaches can enhance learning outcomes, improve professional skills, and solve complex societal challenges.

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Native American remains discovered at Dartmouth College spark calls for accountability

University Business

As a citizen of the Quapaw Nation, Ahnili Johnson-Jennings has always seen Dartmouth College as the university for Native American students. But news in March that the Ivy League school in New Hampshire found partial skeletal remains of 15 Native Americans in one of its collections has Johnson-Jennings and others reassessing that relationship. Dartmouth is among a growing list of universities , museums and other institutions wrestling with how best to handle Native American remains and artifact

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