Wonkhe
OCTOBER 5, 2023
A university has been found to have assumed, and failed to uphold, a duty of care to students reporting sexual misconduct. Jim Dickinson and Sunday Blake unpick the judgement. The post A judge has ruled that universities do owe a duty of care to students appeared first on Wonkhe.
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 25, 2023
U.S. Bans Most Withholding of Transcripts Katherine Knott Wed, 10/25/2023 - 03:00 AM The Education Department strengthens its oversight of institutions with a sweeping set of rules finalized this week.
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Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The lawsuit says poor state investment has disadvantaged Black students at these institutions and subjected them to de facto segregation.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
OCTOBER 26, 2023
By Amita Chatterjee A survey of faculty members off the tenure track, the third in a series from the American Federation of Teachers, paints a familiar picture of their workplace challenges.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 5, 2023
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that gives community college students transferring to HBCUs a one-time grant of up to $5,000. Gov. Gavin Newsom Patrick T. Fallon/AFP/Getty Images Given that the state of California itself does not have any HBCUs, students who want to attend and experience one have to pursue it out-of-state but may miss out on state aid in the process.
The Guardian - Higher Education
OCTOBER 8, 2023
Partnership between Glasgow University and University of the West Indies was established as part of a reparative justice programme The world’s first master’s degree in reparatory justice has been launched by Glasgow University, in partnership with the University of the West Indies (UWI), as the global campaign for financial reparations for transatlantic slavery gathers momentum.
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 22, 2023
As demand for "gold standard" T levels atrophies in the face of news that they'll be replaced, Johnny Rich laments an obsession with killing off BTECs The post Why is the government wrecking its own reforms to technical education? appeared first on Wonkhe.
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Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 30, 2023
We’re breaking down some of the biggest developments this term, based on initial figures from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
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.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 14, 2023
Significant portions of the college student population have faced food insecurity, according to an analysis of data from the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study: 2020 (NPSAS:20). Dr. Tammeil Y. Gilkerson Evergreen Valley College NPSAS:20 – released earlier this year – offers the first nationally representative data collection about food insecurity and homelessness among U.S. graduate and undergraduate college students, according to Leanne Davis, managing researcher at Education Northwest, a
The PIE News
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Universities UK International is placing international students at the heart of a new campaign celebrating their impact on the UK. #WeAreInternational: Transforming Lives highlights real-life stories of students studying, working and volunteering in the UK, their chosen study destination. The initiative is designed to look beyond the £41 billion international students contribute annually to the UK.
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Shân Wareing sets out the qualities that make a successful leader and how they apply in higher education The post Five traits for higher education leadership – whatever your job title appeared first on Wonkhe.
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Why Puerto Rican For-Profits Are Exempt From New Gainful Rule Katherine Knott Fri, 10/27/2023 - 03:00 AM Nearly a third of college students in Puerto Rico attend a for-profit institution—but they won’t get the benefit of federal accountability measures.
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Here are the steps higher education officials should take to mitigate the fallout from the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling against race-conscious admissions.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
OCTOBER 9, 2023
What it’s like to maintain a friendship while competing for the same academic openings. By Paris Wicker and LaShawn Faith Washington What it’s like to maintain a friendship while competing for the same academic openings.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 15, 2023
It has been three years since the nation was shaken by the untimely murders of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor, igniting a powerful movement to address racism in policing and other facets of society like education. In response, college and university leaders nationwide made significant commitments to improve campus racial climates. They pledged millions to initiatives such as hiring diverse faculty, appointing Chief Diversity Officers, revising curricula to address issues of ra
Educause
OCTOBER 17, 2023
The 2024 EDUCAUSE Top 10 describes the contributions that technology, data, and the workforce will make to advance three dimensions of institutional resilience: mission resilience, operational resilience, and financial resilience.
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 9, 2023
With Labour resigned to frozen fees and a fixed envelope of spending, Mark Leach goes on the hunt for wriggle room at its conference in Liverpool The post The sector needs to change its lobbying tactics over fees and funding appeared first on Wonkhe.
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 9, 2023
Gettysburg College Shutters Acclaimed Literary Journal Johanna Alonso Mon, 10/09/2023 - 03:00 AM Administrators say The Gettysburg Review does not fit the college’s new curriculum, which focuses on student experiences. Staff—and former interns—disagree.
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 9, 2023
Some institutions have seen short-term enrollment gains from slashing their sticker prices, but the strategy doesn’t guarantee a turnaround.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Early on, both professors felt "uncomfortable." Then things went rapidly downhill. By Katherine Mangan Alex Williamson for The Chronicle Early on, both professors felt "uncomfortable." Then things went rapidly downhill.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 27, 2023
As a student activist, a longtime faculty member, and an administrator in higher education, I am particularly proud of two career accomplishments. One was fifty years ago at Earlham , a small Quaker liberal arts college, where I helped repurpose a college-owned house into a Black culture center. The second was twenty-five years ago at Indiana University , where I helped a large, public, research university construct a new Black culture center.
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.
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 1, 2023
A gender-critical academic is taking their university to tribunal claiming harassment. Josie Fraser reflects on navigating the line between academic freedom and inclusion The post Balancing inclusion with academic freedom appeared first on Wonkhe.
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Waiting for FAFSA Liam Knox Fri, 10/06/2023 - 03:00 AM A major overhaul to the federal student aid form delayed its launch at least two months. That means headaches for everyone from financial aid officers to applicants.
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Higher education faces an existential threat from forces like rapidly changing technology and generational shifts, one university leader argues.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
OCTOBER 6, 2023
By Megan Zahneis Csilla Cseke, MTI, AP Katalin Karikó The 2023 Nobel Prize winner says universities should set aside some funding to back scientists whose work isn't conventional enough to attract grants.
The PIE News
OCTOBER 25, 2023
International students from Africa are being grilled about the academic content of their courses at the point of entry into the UK by border force officials, a solicitor has claimed. Dele Olawanle, owner and principal solicitor of UK-based Del & Co. Solicitors told The PIE News that several students have been detained and sent back to their home countries in cases where they haven’t been able to answer questions relating to their course.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 22, 2023
In our quest for a more equitable and inclusive world, we often discuss diversity and equality. These are indeed crucial elements of the equation. But we must not overlook the equally vital aspects of accessibility and belonging. These twin pillars are indispensable in the pursuit of true diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). According to disability studies scholar, Dr.
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 3, 2023
The Research England executive chair announces details of the new Regional Innovation Fund, and celebrates her first year in office. The post New funds for regional innovation appeared first on Wonkhe.
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 31, 2023
Part-Time Faculty Members Strike at Columbia College Chicago Ryan Quinn Tue, 10/31/2023 - 03:00 AM The part-time faculty union launched a walkout Monday, sending strong demands to both the institution and its own members.
Higher Ed Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2023
A task force suggested how the Ivy League institution could diversify its student body after the high court’s summer ruling striking down race-conscious policies.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Wendy Osefo is redefining what it means to be professorial. Her colleagues aren't commenting. By Emma Pettit Wendy Osefo is redefining what it means to be professorial. Her colleagues aren't commenting.
The PIE News
OCTOBER 10, 2023
A new report is calling for an overhaul of Australia’s post-study work visa offerings for international students, claiming thousands are currently being given “false hope” for their career ambitions. The latest report from Grattan Institute, Graduates in limbo: International student visa pathways after graduation , has highlighted the struggles of many of Australia’s international graduates in gaining permanent residency and pursuing their chosen career paths.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 9, 2023
At a time when the Latino population in the United States is growing and students are still facing daunting obstacles, Excelencia in Education is recognizing nine institutions for their clear and decisive commitment to Latino student success with the Seal of Excelencia. Additionally, five institutions that previously received the Seal have chosen to recertify their status by demonstrating how they continue to utilize the Seal’s principles.
Wonkhe
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Should higher education be trying to cultivate tough, resilient students? Jon Rowlands makes the case for developing courage instead The post Is resilience really what we want for students? appeared first on Wonkhe.
Inside Higher Ed
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Tenured Faculty Raises Alarm as Gettysburg Eyes Fewer Adjuncts Ryan Quinn Mon, 10/16/2023 - 03:00 AM The Pennsylvania liberal arts college recently made headlines for closing its literary journal. Professors say they now fear more cuts.
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