Colleges want to move away from expensive textbooks. Can it be done?
Higher Ed Dive
DECEMBER 18, 2023
West Texas A&M University is one of the latest institutions exploring using more open educational resources.
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Turmoil Continues in Texas Higher Ed
Insight Into Diversity
APRIL 11, 2024
The latest school to make cuts as a result is the University of Texas at Dallas (UT-Dallas). The school announced Tuesday that less than six months after opening, the Office of Campus Resources will close, eliminating 20 associated jobs in the process. This letter should serve as notice that this practice is unacceptable.”
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CUNY Receives $5M to Expand Black, Race and Ethnic Studies Initiative
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 28, 2024
Matos Rodríguez The latest grant will allow CUNY to launch New York’s first dedicated graduate degree program in Black, Race, and Ethnic Studies. The project was created with support from the foundation to drive change across CUNY's 25 campuses and advance racial and social justice initiatives. Dr. Félix V. CUNY is grateful to the Andrew W.
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Fall 2023 Enrollment Trends: Bachelor’s Programs
Gray Associates
MARCH 19, 2024
Explore the latest insights on undergraduate enrollment trends in higher education, focusing on Fall 2023 data from the National Student Clearinghouse. Discover the fastest-growing programs nationwide, from Human Resources Management to Cyber Security, and gain valuable perspectives on regional variations.
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UT-Austin announces round of firings in latest step to comply with Texas’ DEI ban
University Business
APRIL 4, 2024
UT-Austin President Jay Hartzell said in an email Tuesday that the school was also disbanding the Division of Campus and Community Engagement, which provided support and resources for “those who may face the most significant challenges in accessing” education, according to the department’s website. Read more from The Texas Tribune.
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BRICS to launch new university rankings system
The PIE News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Many universities saw a significant change in position in the latest QS rankings as the metrics were updated, leading some institutions to boycott the rankings altogether. In a joint statement, the group accused established ranking systems of being “skewed towards valuing the priorities and context of universities of the Global North”.
College of Lake County Advanced Technology Center Supports the Next Generation of Manufacturing
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
MARCH 14, 2023
The College of Lake County’s Advanced Technology Center was created as a local resource to prepare students for the demands of this changing industry.
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Navigating Higher Education Employee Retention Challenges: Insights from the 2023 CUPA-HR Survey
Higher Education Today
OCTOBER 23, 2023
The report delves into various factors influencing employee.
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TICAS Policy Agenda Tackles the Flaws in the Higher Ed System
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
APRIL 19, 2024
The Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS) has released its latest policy recommendations to make postsecondary education affordable and completable for all students. “It Institutions are split, advocating for the students, faculty and staff and even for themselves.”
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The University of Texas System to Launch Free, Virtual Mental Health Support Program for UT Students
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
JUNE 20, 2023
We are proud that this latest investment will make mental health resources more readily available and easier to access for UT students.” The Board of Regents has consistently and proactively addressed this need.
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How schools can streamline their alternative credentials programs
University Business
MARCH 21, 2024
One worry is that 51% of the survey respondents represent either medium (37%) or small (14%) schools, which often struggle with fewer resources for developing and administering nontraditional programs compared with large institutions. It also provides a reoccurring revenue stream for the college.
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Beyond the trend: 3 ways to build your social media strategy amid emerging platforms
University Business
AUGUST 30, 2023
” This was an intriguing response from one of Primacy’s higher education clients when discussing the possibility of adopting Meta’s latest social media platform, Threads. The availability of resources—both financial and human—is a critical factor and one that can’t be ignored.
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Leader of Learning Podcast episode 165: Exploring the Future of Technology in Education with John Sowash
Leader of Learning
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
John discusses the future of technology in education, specifically focusing on the impact of AI and the latest developments in Google’s educational tools. John sheds light on the challenges and opportunities AI presents in the classroom and shares practical advice for teachers and leaders on navigating these new trends.
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Higher Education Trends: The Imperative to Meet Students’ Needs
MindMax
AUGUST 9, 2023
ChatGPT is the latest tool that has people frantically questioning AI’s implications. Embracing the latest tools requires a similar mindset shift. Businesses expect workers to use all available resources, and schools must consider doing the same. Yes, even if one of those resources is ChatGPT.
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2023-2024 Higher Education Trends: The Imperative to Meet Students’ Needs
MindMax
AUGUST 9, 2023
ChatGPT is the latest tool that has people frantically questioning AI’s implications. Embracing the latest tools requires a similar mindset shift. Businesses expect workers to use all available resources, and schools must consider doing the same. Yes, even if one of those resources is ChatGPT.
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Report and New Database Identify Successful Programming for Latinx Students
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
APRIL 24, 2024
Excelencia in Education, an organization working for increased access and completion of Latinx students in postsecondary education, has released its latest report on programs that have qualitatively and quantitatively shown to improve and increase the success of Latinx students in higher education.
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UK uni funding model “inherently precarious”
The PIE News
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
As reported by The PIE in December, the latest real-time sample data in the UK is forecasting dramatic falls in international student numbers for the January 2024 intake when compared with January 2023. In 2021, the higher education sector spent £5.6 billion of its own money on research and development.
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U.S. Department of Education Announces Updates for New FAFSA Implementation
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Cardona said the update, the latest in ED’s 2024–25 Better FAFSA ® implementation, will not impact implementation timelines. ED plans to deploy support from the office of Federal Student Aid and nonprofit organizations to lower-resourced colleges as part of its FAFSA College Support Strategy. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel A.
The top 20 university endowments of 2023
University Business
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
gain, according to the latest report by the National Association of College and University Business Officers and Commonfund (NACUBO-Commonfund). Enrollment wasn’t the only significant metric to bounce back in higher education in 2023. Among the 20 wealthiest universities, the median endowment was a crisp $17.1 Freeman in a statement.
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Leader of Learning Podcast episode 165: Exploring the Future of Technology in Education with John Sowash
Leader of Learning
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
John discusses the future of technology in education, specifically focusing on the impact of AI and the latest developments in Google’s educational tools. John sheds light on the challenges and opportunities AI presents in the classroom and shares practical advice for teachers and leaders on navigating these new trends.
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Here are 4 ways institutions can upgrade campus wellness for their most vital asset: Their staff
University Business
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Jacqueline Bichsel, the director of research at CUPA-HR, helped illuminate some of the key stressors causing high turnover today, first identified in CUPA-HR’s latest Higher Education Employee Retention Survey (ERS). ” “W e’ve been looking at those things from a human resource standpoint.
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College Affordability Still Out of Reach for Students with Lowest Incomes, Students of Color
IHEP
AUGUST 16, 2023
Additionally, students who received a federal Pell Grant at least once face almost $10,000 of unmet need, on average, while students who never received Pell Grants are typically able to fully cover their financial need with resources to spare.
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Why two thirds of graduate enrollment leaders may leave their jobs
EAB
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Blogs Why two thirds of graduate enrollment leaders may leave their jobs Top takeaways about staffing from EAB’s latest survey with NAGAP When speaking with graduate enrollment leaders, stress is a frequent topic. I know from experience that being an enrollment manager is challenging, but now it's even harder than before.
Why two thirds of graduate enrollment leaders may leave their jobs
EAB
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Blogs Why two thirds of graduate enrollment leaders may leave their jobs Top takeaways about staffing from EAB’s latest survey with NAGAP When speaking with graduate enrollment leaders, stress is a frequent topic. I know from experience that being an enrollment manager is challenging, but now it's even harder than before.
These latest courses, Specialization, and Professional Certificates from Extended Reality (XR) and customer service to project management and AI
Coursera blog
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
These latest courses, Specialization, and Professional Certificates cover everything from Extended Reality (XR) and customer service to project management and AI. HRCI Human Resource Associate Professional Certificate by HRCI Human Resource professionals have a significant impact on an organization’s success.
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Leadership Strategies for Rebuilding Trust on Campus: Part 2
Campus Sonar
APRIL 17, 2024
In Campus Sonar’s latest industry trends report on “ Rebuilding Trust in Higher Ed ,” we explored the gap between trust and value to understand what audiences discuss about a college degree using social intelligence. Identify ways to provide customized reassurance and support while highlighting tangible examples of care in your messaging.
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Announcing new job-relevant content from top brands to help learners prepare for surge in digital jobs
Coursera blog
APRIL 26, 2024
Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Professional Certificate from IBM – Learners will build in-demand BI skills such as SQL and data management and work with the latest tools including Tableau, IBM Cognos, Google Looker, and Excel.
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4 Ways We’ve Made Teaching in WebAssign Easier
Today's Learner
MARCH 18, 2024
Let’s explore some of the latest WebAssign improvements and ways we’ve made your teaching experience easier. This new menu reorganizes your existing tools and resources into a more intuitive design. Click image to expand. Offer students more opportunities to practice with Mastery The newest addition to WebAssign is Mastery.
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LRN’s IELCA approved by Irish Immigration
The PIE News
MARCH 13, 2023
The Irish Immigration Authority has approved Learning Resource Network’s International English Language Competency Assessment for use in student visa applications. The testing provider is the latest to gain recognition by the authority to operate language testing for immigration purposes.
How enrollment leaders should navigate the new FAFSA processing delay
EAB
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The latest news from the federal government suggests that students and families will be able to access the new form at the end of December, but data from the new FAFSAs will not be available to schools until the end of January. If you haven’t, I recommend checking out our most recent webinar update.) Use clear, specific language in messages.
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Leveraging Dynamic Content in Higher Education Marketing
MindMax
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
Maximizing internal resources With higher education marketing and enrollment departments already stretched thin, any opportunity to maximize resources helps. Contact us today to learn more about how we can leverage the latest technologies to help your school grow enrollments.
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Confronting higher education’s class divide
HEPI
JANUARY 17, 2024
In my latest book, Equity in Education , I summarise research on class biases in schools: well-intentioned teachers unconsciously slip into stereotypes, interpreting working-class accents, slang or dress codes as signals of lower academic capacity. But we need to up our game amidst a world of widening inequalities.
HEER Funding Kept Community Colleges Open and Students Enrolled
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MARCH 15, 2024
That’s the conclusion of the latest research from the Accelerating Recovery in Community Colleges Network at the Community College Research Center (CCRC) at Columbia University. What I think was really brilliant about the way the community colleges used the resources was they put students first,” said Dr. Karen A. Dr. Karen A.
Higher ed institutions face fewer malware threats, but ransomware attacks continue on
University Business
AUGUST 3, 2023
Last week, the cybersecurity company SonicWall published its mid-year update report in which it identified some of the latest trends and tactics used by cybercriminals. Resources for leaders While these threats may not be of any surprise to you or your IT department, their sheer scope may be of concern. If that is the case, the U.S.
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Lunchtime Reading: Investing in Quality
HEPI
MARCH 21, 2024
This HEPI blog was kindly authored by Vicki Stott, CEO of the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), which yesterday published the latest paper in its Policy Series examining the future of quality in England. Email Address Subscribe The post Lunchtime Reading: Investing in Quality appeared first on HEPI.
Community college and career opportunities becoming a higher priority for high schoolers
University Business
JUNE 29, 2023
Now, the latest snapshot offers some new insight on this topic that leaders should know. As the data suggests, 63% said they wish their high school would provide more resources on finances, including how to manage debt and pay for college.
5 key takeaways from an analysis of the U.S. IT labor market
EAB
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
To compete in today’s cutthroat IT labor market, higher ed leaders must be aware of the latest labor market trends from higher ed and across industries to inform how they advertise jobs and recruit talent. Remote Work and Hybrid Workplace Resource Center. IT Resource Hub. labor market, this trend holds true in the U.K.
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Malaysia sweeps public, private ASEAN rankings
The PIE News
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Universities across Malaysia have garnered success in a big way in the latest ASEAN private university rankings, as well as new public university rankings. Malaysia’s performance] is likely related to resources. For their size, Singapore and Brunei also perform exceptionally well,” Stek told The PIE.
Achieving Success Without an OPM
Helix Education
MARCH 28, 2024
Watch RNL’s latest webinar on Maintaining Online Enrollment Stability in an Era of Disruption in which we talk through both the market forces that are affecting OPM viability and how to evaluate your readiness to go in a different direction. Most schools, in my experience, have no idea what it takes but need to.
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Female students lag behind males in college readiness, concludes a national survey
University Business
JANUARY 13, 2023
Female high school graduates are less prepared—and feel less informed—to confidently enter college or choose a career path, concludes the latest report from YouScience, the leading college and career readiness company. In fact, 57% of women reported not being exposed to a wide variety of options for college and a career.
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France aiming to welcome 30,000 Indian students by 2030
The PIE News
JULY 25, 2023
The latest Franco-Indian roadmap will see a new target of 30,000 Indian students in France by 2030, as well as a five-year short-stay Schengen visa for Indian master’s graduates who have spent a semester in France. The European nation previously had a target of hosting 10,000 Indian students by 2020.
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The Status Quo Strikes (again)
Jon Boeckenstedt
JUNE 7, 2021
I’ll do my best to make this an evergreen post: One I can just point to when we read yet another opinion article by the same types of people insisting that removing the SATs is going to harm first-generation and/or low-income and/or students of color and/or anyone who attends an under-resourced high school. The latest […].
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New Admissions Counselor Resource Center
EAB
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Resource Center. New Admissions Counselor Resource Center. Subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest research and recommendations from EAB. Resources for specific job responsibilities. FAFSA Resource Center. Resources for general skills. Additional guides and resources. Browse resources.
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NCAA eliminates standardized testing requirement for student-athletes
University Business
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is the latest entity to dismiss standardized testing as a core requirement for student-athletic scholarships. The NCAA, along with several other colleges and universities , relaxed its testing requirements during the pandemic due to a lack of infrastructure and resources to support it.
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