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Trade Commission Sues Grand Canyon University for Deceptive Advertising

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against Grand Canyon University for deceptive advertising, illegal telemarketing, and misrepresenting the school as a nonprofit institution, according to Reuters. Grand Canyon University President Brian Mueller speaks during a Nov. 16 press conference regarding the university’s appeal to recent U.S.

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U.S. Trade Commission Accuses Grand Canyon of Deceptive Advertising

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday sued Grand Canyon University in federal court, alleging that the institution, its parent company and its CEO deceived prospective doctoral students about the price and requirements of its programs a

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FRAN ALBRECHT

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Fran Albrecht Fran Albrecht has been named vice president for advancement at Montana State University (MSU). She served as the chief philanthropy officer for Providence Montana Health Foundation in Missoula. Albrecht holds a bachelor’s degree from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, and a master’s in education from MSU-Billings.

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Meet Sam Heier: Executive Director of Financial Administration

PUC

PUC’s Executive Director of Financial Administration, Sam Heier, started working at PUC in March (2023) but graduated from the college in 1999. Growing up in a small town near Stuttgart, Germany, Sam moved straight to PUC in 1996 and was an ESL student struggling to catch on to the language.

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Tailoring Fitness to Young Adults with Autism: A Guide to Enhanced Physical and Mental Well-Being

CIP

When it comes to enhancing physical health or nurturing mental well-being, especially for young adults with autism, it's crucial to consider more than just the typical exercises like weight lifting, running, or aerobic classes. While these are excellent choices, tailoring your workout routine to align with specific interests, sensory needs, and social skills can significantly impact commitment and overall success in achieving fitness goals.

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CUNY orders deeper spending cuts, putting course options and student services at risk - CAYLA BAMBERGER, New York Daily News

Ray Schroeder

The City University of New York is slashing tens of millions of dollars from college budgets across eight of its 25 campuses, potentially gutting course offerings and student services from counseling to recordkeeping, the Daily News has learned. Central administration ordered the schools — including York, Brooklyn and Queens colleges — to submit “enhanced deficit reduction plans” that find savings and boost revenue this school year and next, according to one of the college memos obtained by The

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4 takeaways from marketing to graduate students in 2023—and predictions for 2024

EAB

Blogs 4 takeaways from marketing to graduate students in 2023—and predictions for 2024 Insights from a former higher ed CMO I recently returned from the Windy City, where I attended the American Marketing Association ’s (AMA) annual higher ed symposium. As a former university CMO, I always come away from this convening of higher ed marketers energized about the future of marketing and what it means to engage evolving adult learner audiences in the coming year.

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6 Top Cities for a Fashion Internship

AIFS Abroad

Most people want to make sure their clothes are on trend, but the truth is that it’s pretty hard to break into the fashion industry. Luckily, if you’re interested in pursuing the field professionally, you can get a jump start on your career with an internship program in one of the top fashion cities in the world. The fashion industry is one that values “who you know,” and here at AIFS Abroad, we’re dedicated to helping you find your “who” so you can wow them with your talent.

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Required to Study Abroad

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At Goucher College, every single student pursuing a degree is expected to study abroad for at least some amount of time. According to the school, there is much to be gained by doing so. Goucher College Though Goucher’s study abroad requirement was implemented in 2006, the motivations behind it can be traced back to the school’s founder, the Rev. John Franklin Goucher, said Dr.

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U.S. Trade Commission Accuses Grand Canyon of Deceptive Advertising

Confessions of a Community College Dean

U.S. Trade Commission Accuses Grand Canyon of Deceptive Advertising Doug Lederman Wed, 12/27/2023 - 03:54 PM The FTC said the university deceived prospective doctoral students; Grand Canyon officials say Biden administration is out of step with other regulators that have declared it a nonprofit.