Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Adler University will offer a tenure program to full-time faculty for the first time beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year, university officials announced on Monday. The Chicago-based institution which provides master's and doctoral degrees, said that all full-time Adler faculty will have the opportunity to apply for tenure upon completing five years of service at the University and achieving the rank of associate professor.

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Robert Kelchen

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The U.S. Department of Education’s Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) is a great resource in the field of higher education. While it is the foundation of much of my research, the data are self-reported by colleges and occasionally include errors or implausible values. A great example of some of the issues with IPEDS data is this recent Wall Street Journal analysis of the finances of flagship public universities.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Grand Canyon University (GCU) P resident Brian Mueller has said that GCU will not pay the $37.7 million fine from the U.S. Department of Education (ED) for alleged deceptive practices, The Christian Post reported. Baptist News Global "The amount of the fine is absolutely ridiculous, but the point is, whether it was one dollar or $38 million, we're not paying a dime," Mueller said.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Can Free Graduate Tuition Boost Undergrad Enrollment? kathryn.palmer… Mon, 11/06/2023 - 03:00 AM Starting next year, Spring Hill College will offer free graduate school tuition to freshmen who complete a bachelor’s degree at the college within four years.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023

It is crucial to pave clear pathways for students to obtain industry recognized credentials in today’s challenging economic landscape. One of the fundamental aspects of supporting students on their route to industry recognized credentials is starting these pathways early. By introducing students to various career options and credentialing opportunities in middle school, they can make informed decisions about their educational journey.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The higher education enrollment crisis in the U.S. has affected colleges and universities of all sizes, from the smallest community colleges to the largest public and private institutions. In a time of mounting challenges, though, there are some silver linings. Many colleges and universities have become more reactive to students’ wants and needs, especially when it comes to teaching and learning modalities.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The University of San Diego (USD) has launched a master's program for restorative justice. University of San Diego "Restorative justice is a much-needed approach to harm and conflict in our highly divided society," said Dr. David Karp, director of the USD Center for Restorative Justice and co-principal investigator of the National Center on Restorative Justice.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Rupal Gadhia Rupal Gadhia has been named managing director of MBA admissions and financial aid at Harvard Business School. She served as global vice president of brand and digital marketing at Genpact. Gadhia holds an MBA from Harvard Business School.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

More than half of today’s college students are first-generation, and some of the country’s most populous states just so happen to have the highest concentration of such learners. However, first-generation students are prone to fall behind in higher education and beyond, which has prompted colleges, universities and related organizations to recognize their struggles—and alleviate them.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

A Corporate-Style Presidential Succession Plan Josh Moody Mon, 11/06/2023 - 03:00 AM Nova Southeastern’s next president, who will begin in 2025, was chosen via a process that avoids some potential pitfalls of traditional higher ed leadership transitions.

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eLiterate

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Let’s assume we live in a world in which students are going to use ChatGPT or similar tools on their assignments. (Because we do.) Let’s also assume that when those students start their jobs, they will continue to use ChatGPT or similar tools to complete their jobs. (Because they will.) Is this the end of teaching as we know it? Is this the end of education as we know it?

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The Common Application is expanding its direct admissions efforts, this month partnering with 70 institutions in 28 states to offer proactive admission to more than 200,000 prospective college students, Education Week reported.

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College Forward

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

We recently sat down with Anna Brigden, access program manager at College Possible Washington, to discuss the preparation that occurs before our students start their academic coaching journey. Our conversation highlighted College Possible’s commitment to making college admission and success achievable for students from under-resourced communities.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The National Science Foundation has filled a new role leading its efforts to prevent and respond to sexual assault or harassment in the work it funds, the federal agency announced last week. The NSF has faced pressure to address confirmed and alleged sexual misconduct in its labs and field sites.

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Roompact

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Getting involved in a professional association has a number of benefits. Luckily for professionals working in residence life and college student housing, there are a number of ways to get involved. The Association of College and University Housing Officers – International (ACUHO-I) represents professionals on the national level, but there are also regional associations that.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Should We Require Ethics? Doug Lederman Mon, 11/06/2023 - 10:39 AM Yes, more students should be exposed to these important issues, but philosophy departments have it covered.

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College Forward

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

At the start of each school year, the College Possible Oregon team participates in a community service day. Traditionally called “Make a Difference Day,” this annual event is an opportunity for the College Possible team to meet our neighbors in the Portland metro area and contribute to a culture of volunteerism and community engagement. This year, the team joined SOLVE Oregon for a neighborhood litter cleanup in northwest Portland.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The University of California, San Diego, said last week that it won’t move forward with trying to criminally charge union-represented protesters for what it called “felony vandalism” of one of its buildings.

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College Forward

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Lauren Kraushaar is a senior program manager and has been with College Possible Washington for two years. In this conversation, she shares insight on the Seattle Public Schools District and the AmeriCorps members that serve as coaches in the schools we support there: Franklin, Garfield, and Nathan Hale High School. What role do program managers play in supporting AmeriCorps coaches and nurturing partner school relationships?

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AIFS Abroad

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Last Updated on November 6, 2023 by Cat Rogliano Ah, packing — that mix of excitement and frustration we all know too well! Let’s face it, most of us end up packing at the eleventh hour and then proceed to play a game of packing Tetris. But don’t worry! Based on decades of helping young people on their travel journeys, we’ve compiled a list of ways to help you pack for your internship abroad.

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College Forward

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Written by Austin Dahl, Advisory Board Chair As the chair of the Advisory Board for College Possible Washington, I would like to introduce the advisory board to the larger community, explain our role and how we serve College Possible Washington. We are a group of twelve passionate volunteers, from various professional backgrounds and experiences, who believe in the mission of the organization: When students have an equitable path to a college degree, they will thrive and will make our entire com

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EAB

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Blogs Is Your Institution ‘Gen P’ Ready? 5 Areas to Improve Your Campus Support for Pandemic-Era Students Generation Pandemic (“Gen P”) are the cohort of students whose high school years were significantly influenced by COVID-19. Given the prolonged disruption they faced, it’s unsurprising that their college-going behavior differs from that of their predecessors.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

For many years, the booze flowed only outside of stadiums. Not anymore: Selling beer and wine inside college football stadiums has become the norm over the past decade, a way for schools to bring in more revenue and attract fans who might otherwise be inclined to stay home. According to a survey by The Associated Press of Power Five conference schools and Notre Dame, 80% now sell alcohol in the public areas of their stadiums on game days.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Blogs 5 career services to support your professional and adult learners Build these services to aid your current students and stand out to prospects Career services are going to be especially important to your graduate and adult students in 2024. According to Microsoft’s latest Annual Work Trend Index Report , 52% of Gen Z and Millennials are expected to pivot careers in the coming year.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The authorities have opened a hate crime investigation into the report of a hit-and-run on Friday that left an Arab Muslim student injured at Stanford University. According to the university, a black S.U.V. hit the student on the campus in Stanford, Calif., just before 2 p.m. The driver left the scene, and the student was being treated for injuries that were not life-threatening.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

A federal judge on Friday ruled that thousands of current and former college athletes should be included in the damages phase of an antitrust lawsuit challenging the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s policies governing compensation of players.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

What’s more is that those offers will go to prospective students even if they haven’t completed their applications. Five public universities in Virginia and Maryland are among the institutions participating in what’s known as “direct admissions” — Christopher Newport, George Mason, Towson and Virginia Commonwealth universities and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

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Ray Schroeder

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

UNK administration is addressing a $4.3 million shortfall, $3 million of which will be reduced from the Academic Affairs division. The 2023-24 fiscal year will be the 15th of the last 21 years that has included budget reductions. Total reduction amounts since 2001 can be found on the UNK Factbook. The Antelope searched for detailed reports of each year but could only locate specifics for select years since 2002.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Weeks after he was placed on administrative leave for unclear reasons, Northeast Iowa Community College president Herbert Riedel has accused the Board of Trustees of suspending him after he raised ethical and legal concerns about board chair Jim Anderson, KCRG-TV9 reported.

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Ray Schroeder

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The financially troubled Vermont State University announced on Friday it will eliminate 33 faculty, administrative and staff positions and reduce benefits for the remaining workers for an annual savings of $12 million. Workers received layoff notices on Thursday, and VTSU’s outgoing interim president, Mike Smith, made the details public on Friday in a report that outlines cuts to the schools’ health insurance and retirement plans.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Today on the Academic Minute: Paula Marantz, dean and distinguished professor of English at Drexel University, explores some of the benefits of good conversation.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Trump Free College Plan Taps ‘Restless Discontent’ Over Higher Ed Katherine Knott Mon, 11/06/2023 - 03:00 AM The plan to create a national online college is a political nonstarter, experts say, but it capitalizes on concerns about price and politics in higher education.

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