Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Apprenticeships have received much attention of late as a way to funnel badly needed talent into key industries.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Early undergraduate applications to Harvard fell by 17 percent this fall, according to data shared by the university. Harvard’s early-action program drew 7,921 applicants this cycle, compared to 9,553 last year.

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Higher Ed Dive

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The plaintiff said he encountered gender bias during the investigation "as a male accused of sexual assault.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By Amita Chatterjee Facing enrollment declines, Beloit College, in Wisconsin, is hoping to win over prospective students by drawing connections between their education and desired careers.

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The PIE News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Heriot-Watt University has launched a new strategic partnership with K. Zhubanov Aktobe Regional University in Kazakhstan, further strengthening the relationship between the two universities. In a bid to bring Heriot-Watt’s learning and teaching offering to an even broader international audience, the partnership will initially see the delivery of undergraduate dual-degree engineering programs to a new intake of 300 students per year.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By Stephanie M. Lee The system said a vote on data-science courses was part of "an ongoing dialogue." Internal emails reveal strenuous objection.

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The PIE News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

How do we measure the importance of international students to higher education? The Spanish philosopher Ortega Y Gasset wrote, “Tell me what you pay attention to, and I’ll tell you who you are.” And so it is with calculating value. When we consider flows, trends and finances, it’s easy to downplay purpose. How do we capture that? Yet we must find a way.

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The PIE News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Languages Canada welcomed a group of 36 agents from Italy and Spain in December as part of the largest delegation to ever visit the country. The operation was run in conjunction with CAPS-I, the Italian Association of Language Consultants and Agents and the Spanish Association of Promoters of Language Courses Abroad. The mission was organised, Languages Canada said, as European agents were “looking to diversify” in response to student overpopulation in Ireland and Malta , and stricter entry rule

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University Business

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the 40 years of the Carnegie Classification, doctoral institutions have vied for the coveted R1 class, a mark of excellence in research. But things are changing. Since announcing an overhaul in its metrics starting in 2025, a spate of institutions known for their dynamic approach to ensuring workforce viability and equitable academic pathways are due for some long-awaited recognition.

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The PIE News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A landmark report from UCAS has found nine out of 10 Chinese students in the UK would recommend the country, among other findings. Some 92% of respondents also believed that their expectations of course quality have been met (65%) or exceeded (27%), according to the report, Global Insights: What are the experiences of Chinese students in the UK? The report was put together by UCAS, in a partnership with Pearson, surveying those who had applied through the UCAS system.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Religious Tradition Butts Against Catholic College’s New Trans Policy jessica.blake@… Tue, 12/19/2023 - 03:00 AM A local bishop is at the center of opposition to a decision by Saint Mary’s College, a women’s institution in Indiana, to consider admitting trans women.

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The PIE News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A new framework for processing student visas based on the risk level of institutions has been formalised by Australia’s Home Affairs Department, in line with the government’s latest migration strategy. Minister for Home Affairs Clare O’Neil signed a directive on December 14, setting out how immigration officials will prioritise visa applications from international students wishing to study in Australia based on provider risk.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Latest Program and Job Cuts Josh Moody Tue, 12/19/2023 - 03:00 AM Officials cited enrollment issues, wage pressures and inflation as the driving forces behind the latest cuts, which affect a mix of public and private institutions.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Having good people in charge isn’t enough. They need to actually be acting as a team. By Susan M. Snyder and Melody Rose Pat Kinsella for The Chronicle Having good people in charge isn’t enough. They need to actually be acting as a team.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

It’s Not Donor Control: It’s Donor Activism Elizabeth Redden Tue, 12/19/2023 - 03:00 AM Withholding funds over antisemitism worries is a form of activism in line with higher ed’s mission, Noah D. Drezner writes. Byline(s) Noah D.

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Academe Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

BY THE MIDDLE EAST STUDIES ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA The following statement by the president of the Middle East Studies Association and the chair of that association’s Committee on Academic Freedom was published online on December 18.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Supporting First-Year Doctoral Students Sarah Bray Tue, 12/19/2023 - 03:00 AM Zora M. Wolfe, Katia Ciampa and Ashley DiRienzo share three ways to help remove some of the barriers students seeking Ph.D.s confront. Byline(s) Zora M.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Losing a member of the IT team hurts colleges and universities of any size, but the intensity and duration of the pain tend to increase as the size of the institution and its staff decrease. To start with, the retirement or resignation of one worker on a 10-person staff creates a significantly larger workload for fewer people than it would for a staff of 50.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is now among 23 colleges and universities under investigation for alleged discrimination on the basis of shared ancestry, according to the Education Department’s updated list of open inquiries.

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HEPI

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This HEPI blog was kindly authored by Michael Frantzis , Principal – Professional Services (Digital) at Curio Group. Find him on LinkedIn. The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) recently confronted a pressing challenge in the realm of education technology. Its University of London (International) programme students exhibited a reluctance to embrace the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) as enthusiastically as expected.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Columbia College Chicago and its union representing part-time faculty members reached a tentative agreement Sunday, possibly ending an unusually long contingent faculty strike, which

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Economics and Change in Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2023

There are a handful of tell-tale signs a school is facing stress. Rider University, a landmark in central New Jersey for the past 158 years, has been grappling with most of them. The school is losing money. Over the past decade, it has lost about a fifth of its student body. And this month, the outlook for its credit rating, already below investment grade, was cut to negative.

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Coursera blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Ready to complete your bachelor’s degree? Your hard work counts. If you have at least 30 credit hours from an accredited institution, you can complete your bachelor’s degree with the University of North Texas (UNT). UNT’s 100% online Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.) program is designed to streamline your path to a fully accredited bachelor’s degree by making it easy to transfer course work you’ve previously completed for technical, applied, or U.S. military credit.

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EAB

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Blogs Children are facing potentially permanent learning loss. But additional instructional time alone won’t help. Amidst the pandemic fallout, public schools are wrestling with the serious problem of learning loss. In fact, studies show that the average student is lagging by about six months in math and four months in reading. There are many strategies district leaders have used to combat learning loss that focus on building more instructional time, like extending the school year and encouragin

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University Business

DECEMBER 19, 2023

College professors once regarded Wisconsin as one of the safest places to work, with the right to be tenured baked into state law. Then, in 2015, the state removed that right and sent dozens of instructors running toward the exits. Karma Chávez was among those departures from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Like her, many of the people who left were people of color or queer.

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Coursera blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Technology is swiftly transforming the way individuals and organisations function, giving rise to domains, jobs, and skills that didn’t exist a few years ago. As per NASSCOM, the Indian IT industry is expected to grow to $500 billion by 2030. India will need nine times as many digital skilled workers by 2025 according to an Amazon Web Services study.

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University Business

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The College Board released the updated curriculum for its AP African American Studies course Dec. 6, after months of conflict with Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Education over what it should include. The final curriculum largely coincides with the February iteration in its organization and major themes. The College Board has denied that DeSantis’ complaints caused the omission or deemphasis of some controversial topics, like the Black Lives Matter movement and reparations.

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Coursera blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By Leah Belsky, Chief Revenue Officer, Coursera At Coursera, we are working with our world-class university partners to reimagine the traditional degree. Working adults in an increasingly digital world need a degree model that is flexible, affordable, and job-relevant. To that end, I’m delighted to share that Annabel (Annie) Cellini has joined Coursera as our new General Manager of Degrees to lead the growth and impact of our degree offerings for both our learners and partners.

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University Business

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Despite newfound skepticism in higher education, leaders have a well of data to back up their faith in the sector. Just consider that individuals with a bachelor’s degree earn about 68% more weekly than those with just a high school diploma. It’s up to higher education institutions to prove their worth. By demonstrating the continued value of a degree—and offering diverse, innovative learning options for students—schools can help restore public trust in higher education.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Today on the Academic Minute: Christian B. Miller, A. C. Reid Professor of Philosophy at Wake Forest University, explains why a small group of people may lie more than others. Learn more about the Academic Minute here.

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Economics and Change in Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The University of Arizona’s chief financial officer is leaving her position one month after leadership publicly announced they were experiencing immediate cashflow issues. UA President Robert Robbins on Wednesday announced that he has accepted the resignation of Lisa Rulney, the now former CFO and senior vice president for business affairs. The transition comes as officials work to solve their financial stressors with just 97 days of cash on hand estimated by the end of the fiscal year.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Distinctions exist. Fallout from the media frenzy following the congressional hearing with the presidents of elite universities leaves a question unaddressed: Should colleges and universities—whether public or private—have policies that differ from the First Amendment? The answer is yes. Our institutions have missions vital to American interests. Higher education deserves, and should have, policies that respect the First Amendment but are distinguishable from contemporary First Amendment jurispr

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The Change Leader, Inc.

DECEMBER 19, 2023

19 December · Episode 186 How Presidents Can Create a Thriving Workplace Culture in Higher Ed Institutions 43 Min · By Dr. Drumm McNaughton A thriving workplace culture that sets work-life boundaries strengthens shared governance, retains employees, and role models the practice for students as they move into their careers. Creating a thriving workplace culture in higher education institutions is a multifaceted endeavor that hinges on leadership, boundary-setting, and an acute awareness

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University Business

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Getting into an Ivy League college or another elite university requires hard work from a student, including top grades, scores and stellar essays. But for some wealthy families, it takes a bit more to tip the scales in their child’s favor: College consultants who can charge up to $750,000. The rise of concierge college consultants comes as acceptance rates for top universities have continued to shrink.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

House Republicans Cry Foul as Biden Administration Delays Antisemitism Regulations Katherine Knott Tue, 12/19/2023 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Katherine Knott

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ACPA

DECEMBER 19, 2023

ACPA – College Student Educators International is concerned by the increasing restrictions being placed on campus free speech and expression. This concern is not new with the ongoing efforts taken in different U.S. states to limit the discussion of diversity, equity and inclusion topics but has taken additional urgency in light of the ongoing wars and conflicts involving Israel, Hamas, Palestine, and Gaza.

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 19, 2023

‘The Gloves Have Come Off’: Lawmakers Ramp Up Scrutiny of Higher Ed Katherine Knott Tue, 12/19/2023 - 03:00 AM Republicans are eyeing ways to penalize and punish elite institutions amid controversies over how they’ve responded to antisemitic incidents.

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