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Tenured faculty in steady decline while part-time and graduate workers rise, per report

University Business

is slowly but surely relying more heavily on contingent faculty and graduate student employees as tenure and tenure-track faculty positions decline, according to a key summary from the American Association of University Professors. In 1987, part-time faculty made up 33% of the workforce. The academic workforce in the U.S.

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The Missed Opportunity: Student Affairs and Human Resources Collaboration to [Re]engage College Communities

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jonelle Knox When I reviewed the question posed to me about [re]engaging the college community, I started thinking about a missed opportunity that many colleges and university leaders are not taking advantage of; the collaboration of student affairs and human resources to create [re]engagement activities.

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Understanding the ACBSP Accreditation Process

Creatrix Campus

It provides a level of assurance to students, employers, and other stakeholders that the institution meets certain standards for quality and effectiveness. ACBSP accreditation indicates that a business program has met specific standards of quality, including curriculum, faculty, facilities, and student support services.

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Understanding the purpose and role of the CAA UAE in higher education

Creatrix Campus

It evaluates a range of factors, including the institution's governance and administration, academic programs, faculty, and student services, to determine whether the institution should receive accreditation. It evaluates factors such as curriculum, faculty qualifications, educational resources, and student 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. Below are a few of the key themes that appeared in multiple capstone projects from past participants.

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The QAA Approach to Higher Education Quality Assurance

Creatrix Campus

Collaboration : The QAA works collaboratively with higher education institutions, students, employers, and other stakeholders to promote and enhance the quality of higher education. Some of the key benefits of the QAA approach include: Ensuring quality standards across UK higher education institutions.

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How colleges are creating sustainable business models while upticking student support programs

University Business

As a result, colleges have had to develop sustainable strategies to ensure they can continue spending money on student support and tuition assistance programs while ensuring their own financial viability. Some programs were cut entirely, such as student employment for those who don’t demonstrate financial need through the FAFSA.