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Hard Truths That Higher Education Has Evaded for Too Long

Inside Higher Ed

That inequities pervade American higher education, including gates that restrict entry into high-demand, high-salary majors in computer science, economics, finance, engineering and nursing. We need to reframe the conversation about equity in ways that prioritize learning and equity in learning outcomes.

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Rising higher ed leaders tackle campus challenges in EAB’s fellowship

EAB

Many tackled improving student success, retention, and equity at their institutions, while others focused on budget models and streamlining administrative processes. Note: The views and opinions in the blog post are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB.

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The push for more active learning spaces on campus

Inside Higher Ed

Physics and engineering have long experimented with studio and collaborative design space concepts that have much in common with general purpose active learning classrooms. Weaver Science-Engineering Library, in a previously underused gym and in the main library. ” On Equity. ” The Active Learning Spacescape.

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Carnegie Mellon–Africa receives $275M investment

Inside Higher Ed

The graduate school has offered two-year master’s degrees through CMU’s renowned college of engineering since 2011. million investment in the institution, and in higher education development across Africa. million investment in the institution, and in higher education development across Africa.