Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The majority of employers still view a college degree as being worth it, according to a national survey from The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). Dr. Ashley Finley The survey – conducted online in May 2023 in partnership with Morning Consult – asked 1,010 employers – hiring managers and executives – about their views on the value of a college education and preparedness of incoming graduates into the workforce.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Survey Finds Employer Confidence in College Grads kathryn.palmer… Thu, 11/30/2023 - 03:00 AM American Association of Colleges and Universities report finds employers see value in degrees and favor graduates who’ve been exposed to a wide range of viewpoints.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Many educators come to the profession because they have a passion and commitment to help students succeed. However, the complexities of education often get in the way of successfully advocating for Black students in a way that is impactful and transformative. For example, some states have banned books due to race and gender, which can put educators at odds with non-discriminatory policies.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The public’s confidence in higher education has taken a considerable hit this year, thanks to students’ rocky ride through the pandemic. While some Americans may still find value in a degree, many do not believe it’s worth the cost or time. This perception has even trickled down to higher education’s next generation of incoming first-year students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The U.S.’s national college completion rate has remained stagnant, with rates even falling for some populations, according to a new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC). Dr. Doug Shapiro The Completing College 2023 report – the 12th report in the series – tracked and illustrates trends in six-year college completion rates, both on a national and state-by-state basis.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Columbia Chicago Faculty Strike Hits One-Month Mark Ryan Quinn Thu, 11/30/2023 - 03:00 AM The uncommonly long walkout by part-time instructors at the arts-focused institution is roiling not just them but students and their full-time peers.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Brandon A. Logan Brandon A. Logan has been appointed vice president for university advancement and innovation at Grambling State University in Louisiana. He serves as executive director of the Grambling University Foundation and of the university’s Doug Williams Center for the Study of Race and Politics in Sports. Logan holds a bachelor’s degree at Grambling.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

There are many responses to the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision. The federal government and national, regional, and local organizations have weighed in, too. People are already declaring a “post-affirmative action era” while still weighing the scales of benefit from new approaches to equity, justice… and admissions. Wherever approach tips the scale for an institution, one derivative must be clear: Is what you’re communicating about your support for DEI central to an active agenda, or is it rh

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

College Completion Rates Remain Stagnant Liam Knox Thu, 11/30/2023 - 03:00 AM After years of incremental but steady growth, six-year completion rates have been at a standstill since 2020. Is pandemic hangover to blame, or something bigger?

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Ray Schroeder

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The University of Chicago faces rising debt levels more serious than those at any of its peer institutions, a result of overspending in the sciences that could cost the elite campus its traditional strength in the humanities, a professor has warned. The situation at Chicago seemed comparable, said Clifford Ando, professor of Classics and history at Chicago, to that of West Virginia University, which recently caused angst by cutting 143 faculty positions – heavily in the humanities – to address a

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Happy (?) First Birthday to ChatGPT Elizabeth Redden Thu, 11/30/2023 - 03:00 AM ChatGPT has introduced new tensions to professors’ dual roles as educators and assessors, Jeremy Davis writes.

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Roompact

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal engages in conversation with Camille (Mimi) Sullivan, an Associate Director of Residential Education at Sonoma State University. They delve into the art of conducting effective one-on-one meetings with RAs. Mimi offers invaluable insights on the content of these meetings, the optimal frequency for conducting them, and strategies for rebounding from a "challenging" one-on-one session.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

An investigation by California State University, Fresno, found that the now president of the Academic Senate at Fresno City College committed an “act of sexual violence” against a Fresno State professor, EdSource reported.

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College for Creative Study

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The post Join CCS for the Alumni and Student Art Sale during Noel Night appeared first on College for Creative Studies.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

College of Saint Rose to Close, Local Reports Say Josh Moody Thu, 11/30/2023 - 05:23 PM Byline(s) Josh Moody

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Higher Education Whisperer

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Greetings from the Australian Computer Society national office in Sydney. I am here for two days of meetings of the ACS Professional Standards Board, and the Accreditation Committee. I am on the Board, which sets standards for computing professional education in Australia, and am sitting in on the committee which accredits individual degrees at universities.

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Terminalfour

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In many ways, digitalization has improved efficiency, saved energy, and cut down on waste. But advancing technology doesn’t come without its share of environmental implications. In this blog post, we explore ways higher education can address digital sustainability.

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Teaching Matters Online Learning

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In this post, Fiona Buckland, Learning Technology Team Manager, shares useful tips on how to make use of Open Educational Resources. This post belongs to the Teaching Matters’ November-December ‘Learning & Teaching Enhancement’ theme entitled ‘10 years of MOOCs↗️’.

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Ray Schroeder

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

‘A cost we can’t afford’: Faculty blast state for not investing in university - Zach Wendling, Nebraska Examiner Faculty across the University of Nebraska said Friday the state government is forcing NU to “collapse into a more limited version of its former self.” In the face of mounting budget cuts and stalled state investments, faculty at NU’s Lincoln, Omaha and Kearney campuses in a joint statement said the state government is starving Nebraska of educational opportunities and economic develop

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University Business

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Preventing AI Content Tools in Higher Ed Artificial intelligence is more sophisticated than ever, and rapidly advancing. AI is being used in higher education to personalize learning, provide quicker feedback, and automate many time-consuming tasks. But some forms of AI, like ChatGPT and other tools, can also put academic integrity at risk. They can write nearly anything, and they’re virtually undetectable.

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CAPD

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Sometimes you may encounter an internship posting that asks for you to include a copy of your transcript. As a first year undergraduate student at MIT, you might be wondering what you might need to provide to them if transcripts aren’t available for you until after the end of the Fall semester. There are a couple of different documents you can request from the Registrar’s Office that may be able to help you bridge the gap between the due date of the internship application and the release of tran

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University Business

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

North Dakota State University announced Wednesday that it’s extending a new scholarship brought about due to neighboring Minnesota’s program to cover tuition for income-eligible residents, beginning next year. North Dakota State’s new scholarship is for Minnesota and North Dakota first-year students who are eligible for the federal Pell Grant and whose family income is $80,000 or less.

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AIFS Abroad

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

When studying abroad, you’re there to learn both inside and outside of the classroom. That means making sure you’re enjoying all that your host country has to offer. If you’re planning on doing a study abroad program in Costa Rica during your summer break , you’ll especially need to respect pura vida. It roughly translates to “simple life” or “pure life,” but it’s so much more than just a saying.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Columbia College, which last month announced the elimination of more than 100 jobs, has been in the red since 2019, according to financial records compiled by ProPublica. Columbia College reported a $13.9 million loss for fiscal 2022. This is a trend the college has seen since 2019 where, excluding 2021, Columbia College reported net losses. One large expense Columbia College has reported is paying the school’s former president.

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ISA Journal

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Whether you dream of exploring the dramatic landscapes in Ireland, experiencing the vibrancy of Spain, or mastering the art of sushi in Japan, there's something every student can gain from an intercultural and transformative experience. I'm Savanna, and I'm interning abroad with a company called Medforce in Dublin, Ireland.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Are Adult Students Obtaining Bachelor’s Degrees After Transferring? quintina.barne… Thu, 11/30/2023 - 03:00 AM Study findings suggest no difference in the likelihood of graduating between nontraditional-aged or first-generation community college transfer students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In today's rapidly evolving world, the role of colleges and universities extends beyond the traditional boundaries of teaching and research. They are increasingly recognizing the importance of community engagement in fostering civic responsibility, addressing societal challenges, and enriching the educational experience for students. One of the most prominent frameworks for assessing and promoting community engagement in higher education is the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagemen

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Survivors and family members of the victims of a mass shooting in Lewiston, Me., in October will be granted free tuition to colleges in the University of Maine system, administrators announced Wednesday.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Ramapo College said it is investigating a professor’s posts on Facebook regarding the Israel-Hamas war that caused controversy after an outside group posted them on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, accusing her of antisemitism. Renata Gangemi, a faculty member in the digital filmmaking department, allegedly posted a cartoon on her public Facebook page, along with other posts denouncing Israel’s bombardment of Gaza.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Harvard University is the latest college facing a civil rights investigation over its handling of alleged harassment of Jewish students, according to an updated U.S. Education Department list.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Today on the Academic Minute: James Scott, assistant professor in the department of criminal justice at Albertus Magnus College, explores one high-pressure job where people often don’t get the mental health help they need.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This week’s episode of the Syllabus podcast, from the Office of Open Learning at American Jewish University and Inside Higher Ed, features a conversation with Robert Vitalis, a free speech absolutist who is finding himself at odds with colleagues and friends on the right and the left.

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