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Why It’s Imperative that Africa Study Abroad Opportunities Thrive

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

When U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (Hawai’i), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, listens to testimony and asks tough questions about our country’s interactions with African nations, he does so with first-hand experience. That’s because he studied abroad with our School for International Training program in Kenya as a college student over 30 years ago.

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Students Outrunning Faculty in AI Use

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Students Outrunning Faculty in AI Use Lauren.Coffey@… Tue, 10/31/2023 - 03:00 AM A new study finds over half of students use generative AI, while more than 75 percent of faculty members do not regularly use the technology.

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How Domestic Abuse Hinders Educational Pursuits for Student Parents

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Domestic abuse can have a lasting impact on the wellbeing and academic trajectories of not just adults but children as well, according to a new report from student parent success organization Generation Hope. Marlee Breakstone The report, " Student Parents and Intimate Partner Violence " lays out research from various sources on the extent and effects of domestic violence on survivors, student parents, and children.

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Part-Time Faculty Members Strike at Columbia College Chicago

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Part-Time Faculty Members Strike at Columbia College Chicago Ryan Quinn Tue, 10/31/2023 - 03:00 AM The part-time faculty union launched a walkout Monday, sending strong demands to both the institution and its own members.

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Exploring the History of Latinos in Baseball

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Adrian Burgos, Jr., grew up playing and loving baseball. So did his mother, his grandmothers, and many of the people he grew up around. So, when it came time for him to pick an academic pursuit, the study of Latinos and sports history naturally came to mind. Dr. Adrian Burgos, Jr. “I just wanted to understand what [the history was] behind this,” says Burgos.

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Biden Administration Details Plan for Broader Debt Relief

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Biden Administration Details Plan for Broader Debt Relief Katherine Knott Tue, 10/31/2023 - 03:00 AM The draft proposal offers relief to borrowers who fall into certain categories, including those whose balances exceed the amount they initially borrowed.

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TIFFANY BETH MFUME

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Tiffany Beth Mfume Tiffany Beth Mfume has been appointed associate vice provost for student success and retention initiatives at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. She served as associate vice president for student success and retention at Morgan State University in Baltimore. Mfume is a graduate of Morgan State University.

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Why your school needs to adopt curricula in computer and information sciences

University Business

Degrees and subsequent jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) have long been praised as lucrative and safe pathways for students looking to enroll at a college or university. However, there is one subset of this group that stands out in popularity and workforce prowess: computer and data science. Out of the top 20 undergraduate four-year majors, the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that computer and information (data) sciences is the only one that has seen consistent gro

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Deaf scholar promoted to full professor in deaf studies in UK first

The Guardian Higher Education

Until the appointment of Annelies Kusters, UK had only hearing people as full professors in the field Trains in the Indian megacity of Mumbai are famously among the most crowded in the world, but they have also become “deaf meeting spots” where deaf people meet and socialise on their daily commute. These unexpected gatherings in carriages reserved for disabled passengers have been documented by Annelies Kusters, who has just become the first deaf scholar to be made a full professor in the field

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It’s Not Just About the Free Scwhag: Working with Vendors in College Student Housing

Roompact

As a higher education professional, you may work with a variety of vendors, from those who provide essential supplies and services to those who offer more specialized products and services. When I think about my time as an earlier career housing professional, I recall very clearly being told by higher-ups not to tease or engage.

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Model D Shares How d.Tree Studio Turned Dying Trees into a Detroit Story

College for Creative Study

The post Model D Shares How d.Tree Studio Turned Dying Trees into a Detroit Story appeared first on College for Creative Studies.

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Innovation at the ANU

Higher Education Whisperer

Greetings from the Birch Building at the Australian National University, where 60 second pitches are on. Think Shark Tank, but with a friendly audience of 300. This is First Wednesday of the Canberra Innovation Network. I might be about to do something innovative. On the way to the event I stopped in at the ANU Library on the way and found myself looking up "Cambridge Phenomenon".

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ESL PALS: English Second Language Peer Assisted Learning Scheme

Teaching Matters Academic Support

In this post, Sirui He and Yongxin Guo, share their experience hosting and leading the English Second Language Peer Assisted Learning Scheme (ESL PALS↗️) sessions.

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New Report on Supporting Student Parents Who Face Abuse

Confessions of a Community College Dean

A new brief from Generation Hope, an organization focused on student parents, calls attention to how domestic violence can affect these students and hurt their studies.

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Beyond Ideas: Implementing Innovative Structures in Higher Education: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 179 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. Philomena "Philly" Mantella

The Change Leader, Inc.

31 October · Episode 179 Beyond Ideas: Implementing Innovative Structures in Higher Education 38 Min · By Dr. Drumm McNaughton Implementing innovative structures in higher education is not an option; it's a necessity. President Mantella's approach is a how-to guide. Implementing Innovative Structures Innovation in higher education is not just about generating ideas; it’s about putting those ideas into action and breaking down structural barriers that no longer serve tod

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Minnesota Drops Degree Requirement for Most Jobs

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The state of Minnesota on Monday said it would eliminate degree requirements for most of its jobs, joining a growing list of states taking that step.

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Lesley University to lay off faculty as it phases out 4 degrees - Jeremy Bauer-Wolf, Higher Ed Dive

Ray Schroeder

Enrollment has tanked at the private Massachusetts institution, where the president has faced two no-confidence votes. Lesley University is laying off faculty as the private Massachusetts institution phases out four academic programs. The university said this month it is axing degrees in political science, sociology, global studies and graduate-level photography as it confronts financial troubles — reportedly a $10 million budget deficit, as of early 2023.

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Birmingham-Southern, State Treasurer Trade Accusations

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Birmingham-Southern College has accused Alabama state treasurer Young Boozer III of misleading the public in statements about denying a state loan to the struggling private institution, marking an escalation in the conflict between Boozer and college officials.

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Webster University chancellor to resign in December amid financial turmoil - Blythe Bernhard, St. Louis Today

Ray Schroeder

The chancellor of Webster University will resign at the end of 2023 after overseeing years of falling enrollment and financial troubles. Beth Stroble came to the university in 2009 as president and was named chancellor in 2019. After taking a sabbatical early next year, she will return to Webster to work in alumni relations and fundraising, according to a press release issued Friday.

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A Push to Rename De Anza College

Confessions of a Community College Dean

De Anza College students, faculty and local community members are pushing for a name change at the California community college, The Mercury News reported.

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Hundreds of adjunct faculty members at Columbia College go on strike over class cuts

University Business

A sea of red was visible along South Michigan Avenue as hundreds of adjunct faculty members at Columbia College stood together. It’s not just adjunct faculty picketing, but some students, too. NBC Chicago talked to students said they want to see the school make some major changes. Read more from NBC Chicago. The post Hundreds of adjunct faculty members at Columbia College go on strike over class cuts appeared first on University Business.

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5 Unique Halloween Traditions Around the World

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on October 31, 2023 by Cat Rogliano Halloween on a college campus can be a whole lot of fun. Inevitably, there’s always that one over-memed costume that way too many people have chosen to wear. But Halloween isn’t just for young Americans — lots of people and cultures around the world have their own spooky traditions this time of year. You won’t want to miss these Halloween traditions from around the world. 1.

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From Lagging to Leading: A Call to Action

University Business

Facilities actions must move from a lagging response to a leading planning element. We’re asserting that campus planning must be transformed. Facilities stewards can longer be asked to react to the next trend or change in play: They must lead the conversation. Institutions have intentionally crafted “timeless” campuses that enable all manner of remarkable educational endeavors and countless associated activities that have been in high demand.

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Beyond the Brochure | College Possible Minnesota’s College Partner Fair

College Forward

Now in its sixth year, College Possible Minnesota is bringing back its annual partner fair series, Beyond the Brochure: College Possible College Partner Fair. The College Partner Fair is an opportunity for new high school AmeriCorps coaches to learn in-depth information about the colleges that College Possible Minnesota students are commonly interested in attending.

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Northwestern Commits $100M to Evanston

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Northwestern University has committed $100 million to support city services and programs in its hometown of Evanston, Ill., the university announced Monday. The proposed 10-year agreement, which still requires final approval, will focus primarily on “equity, affordable housing, education, economic development and community engagement.

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Annual Notification of VCU Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy to Faculty and Staff

The Student Affairs Blog

Creating a positive environment for learning is essential to the VCU community. The use of alcohol and other drugs has the potential to impact academic success and the safety of our community. At VCU, we proactively address these issues in both our wellness programs and our policy enforcement. The VCU Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy provides information about protecting your health, sustaining safety and promoting the general well-being of the VCU community.

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Legal Expert Art Coleman Examines the Affirmative Action Ruling

EAB

Podcast Legal Expert Art Coleman Examines the Affirmative Action Ruling Episode 171. October 31, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.

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U.S. Takes Steps to Curb Campus Antisemitism

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Biden administration is taking action to combat antisemitism on college campuses, which has spiked amid the Israel-Hamas war.