Dr. Josie Ahlquist
MAY 31, 2022
When I first began my work researching and writing about social media, I considered myself an ambitious cheerleader – maybe even a hype woman – for campuses to adopt the latest digital communication tools to better tell their stories and connect with students. In 2012 it was Twitter and Instagram; today it’s TikTok or Discord. But adoption does not equal impact.
Teaching & Learning in HigherEd
MAY 27, 2022
“We need to learn to listen and read and interpret messages more thoughtfully,” Amy Lombardi told me. A doctoral student at the University of California at Davis, Lombardi says such […].
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The Scholarly Teacher
MAY 12, 2022
Amanda Steiner, University of Nebraska at Omaha. Jennifer Lemke, University of Nebraska at Omaha. Key Statement: Best practices for online instructional strategies include promoting community and collaborative learning experiences. Four pedagogical approaches for creating an engaging virtual learning environment are shared. Introduction. All educators have one goal in mind: to create the best learning environment possible for their students.
Higher Education Inquirer
MAY 28, 2022
Ambow touts its place on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), but that status may be short-lived. Ambow Education Holding (AMBO) is facing financial peril--again. The Cayman Islands corporation , with headquarters in Beijing, People's Republic of China , has had financial troubles before. In 2013, the company was liquidated after allegations of financial improprieties.
Campus Sonar
MAY 4, 2022
Every time a new social platform surfaces, we hear the question “should my campus be on this platform?” While TikTok has been around for a few years, it’s still incredibly popular with your prospective and admitted students. According to Statista , almost half of TikTok’s users are under age 29 and 25% of them are ages 10–19. So how do you know if it’s a platform your campus should be on?
Roompact
MAY 30, 2022
This post is one in a series about integrating Restorative Practices into a model for residential learning. Start with the introduction as a primer and explore posts on other strategies you can utilize with a restorative lens. | Introduction | Roommate Agreements | Floor Meetings & Circles | Curriculum Development | Residential Curriculum | Intentional.
Campus Groups
MAY 31, 2022
16 Fun College Orientation Ideas to Encourage Student Engagement in 2022 For many students, college orientation can be their first experience on their own. As they embark on an exciting new journey, they are suddenly faced with some new pressures — and without the familiar and structured environment of home and high school. The obstacle? They may be feeling a little lost in a sea of new faces and places.
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AIFS Abroad
MAY 26, 2022
Last Updated on May 26, 2022 by Cat Rogliano. Want to have an extraordinary semester abroad? Don’t miss the new AIFS Abroad Study Abroad program in Sydney, Australia ! This is your chance to take fascinating courses at the University of Sydney ( one of the top business schools in the world! ) and immerse yourself in everything Australia’s largest city has to offer.
Terminalfour
MAY 26, 2022
With so much dynamic content to work with, university newsrooms can quickly become disorganized. This week, we take a look at 10 great examples of sites that have found a way to surface great content and take their news to the next level.
Teaching Matters Online Learning
MAY 23, 2022
In this Spotlight on Learn Ultra post, Karen Howie presents her take on the work being done to improve our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Karen is Head of Digital Learning Applications and Media in Learning, Teaching & Web (part of Information Services). Her team service manage all of our centrally managed teaching, learning, assessment and […].
Roompact
MAY 24, 2022
We’ve heard the attributions of another year covered in the cloak of COVID-19’s shadow–arresting the development of our residents, limiting academic engagement and success, and continuing to exhaust the efforts of our residential life staff members. Though there have been many types of efforts at recognizing these vital staff within a university, I offer an.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MAY 18, 2022
In this episode of The Changing Higher Ed Podcast, Drumm McNaughton interviews Richard Light and Allison Jegla, co-authors of the new book, Becoming Great Universities: Small Steps for Sustainable Excellence. Drumm McNaughton interviews Richard Light and Allison Jegla, co-authors of the book, Becoming Great Universities: Small Steps for Sustainable Excellence.
Campus Sonar
MAY 18, 2022
Defining your target audience is key to your brand messaging. In Episode 2 of Social Strategy Fundamentals , Senior Strategist Katlin Swisher and our guest experts walk through finding your audience based on demographics and how to tailor your strategies to the platforms you’re on. This updated post will help you keep on top of where your audience is so you can refine your strategy and reach your desired audience.
Campus Groups
MAY 17, 2022
CampusGroups has some exciting news to share! We are delighted to announce that we have now joined forces with the leading mobile-first student engagement platform in higher education- Ready Education (Ready). This development positions us as the leader in digital student experience platforms. Together, we have over 700 campus partners and will work to help over 7 million students in 25 countries succeed.
Student Life Network
MAY 16, 2022
This year, the winner of Canada’s Luckiest Student will take home $66,263.16 in life-changing prizes! Consequently, here’s everything you need to know about who the winner might be and what comes next for the surprise winner reveal. Without fail, the minute that Canda’s Luckiest Student closes every year, we start getting flooded with messages and comments from excited students across the country who want to know if they’ve won.
Dr. Al Solano
MAY 15, 2022
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: Learn why classified professionals play a critical role in student success and college operations. In this episode, I interview Amparo Medina , Classified Senate President, Oxnard College , California. (Scroll down to access the transcript.). We discuss the following topics: 7:38:00: The role of classified senate & the tri-chairs (administrator, faculty, classified) model in key committees. - AB1725 - 10+1. 14:05:50: Example classified professional roles. 20:03:50: A s
Roompact
MAY 23, 2022
We’d like to introduce you to our ACUHO-I intern for 2022, Patricia Harvel! Patricia is helping us out in a number of campus facing roles–from helping with our efforts to be a better B-Corp to developing resources of use to residence life professionals. We love the ideas and enthusiasm she brings to our team. Patricia Harvel.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MAY 15, 2022
Higher education institutions have an urgent responsibility to act on the values of environmental sustainability by going green, campus by campus. The Carleton College sustainability model leads the way for higher education institutions to reduce operating costs while being influential role models for environmental stewardship. The climate crisis has become more visible and tangible than ever.
Higher Education Inquirer
MAY 15, 2022
College viability is best determined by comparing the private colleges you are considering (Click on the image.) [This article is part of the Transparency-Accountability-Value series.] You have worked hard to make higher education a smart, informed investment. You have talked with college admissions counselors, developed a list of preferred colleges, visited the schools in-person or virtually, written the application essays, and filled out the common app.
Kay Peterson
MAY 13, 2022
In our recent podcast, Michellana Jester describes her experiences with MIT Sloan’s Global Entrepreneurship Lab where business and graduate student teams provide insights and analysis to startups in emerging and frontier markets. To accomplish this, G-Lab students work together on teams that face the challenges of working in a new context with multiple stakeholders who may have different life experiences and perspectives , managing vast amounts of information, analyzing complex challenges, and d
Terminalfour
MAY 12, 2022
Is the printed course catalog (prospectus) obsolete? And are digital—and even personalized viewbooks/catalogs—the way forward as students get more sustainability savvy? We explore what the future might hold for this key recruitment product.
Campus Groups
MAY 10, 2022
At CampusGroups (CG) our team is our biggest strength. We believe in the importance of bringing people together to activate our collective potential. Our outlook is global, with teams in the US, Canada, France, the Middle East, and India. We trust in the strength that a diverse team brings. This vision is reflected in how we: Develop our product. Work with clients.
Roompact
MAY 17, 2022
This post is one in a series about integrating Restorative Practices into a model for residential learning. Start with the introduction as a primer and explore posts on other strategies you can utilize with a restorative lens. | Introduction | Roommate Agreements | Floor Meetings & Circles | Curriculum Development | Residential Curriculum | Intentional.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MAY 13, 2022
In this episode of the Changing Higher Ed podcast, Drumm McNaughton engages in conversation with the president of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, Mike Petrilli, whose recent article presents a strong argument for optimism despite fewer students enrolling in traditional colleges and universities. The downward enrollment trend has induced panic among many in the higher education industry, but Petrilli offers data-based evidence suggesting the trend is neither surprising nor a cause for despair.
Higher Education Inquirer
MAY 9, 2022
The latest report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) about wrongdoing by higher education online program managers (OPMs) felt disappointing to social justice advocates who watch the space and know the bad actors who were unnamed in the GAO document. US higher education has always been a racket, but its latest pursuits have gone untouched and even unmentioned.
AIFS Abroad
MAY 6, 2022
Last Updated on May 6, 2022 by Cat Rogliano. You probably already know that Ireland’s lush green hills and dramatic seaside cliffs make the country a popular tourist destination. But what makes interning or studying abroad in Dublin an experience you can’t miss? With its world-class universities, friendly locals, and endless entertainment, Dublin has something for everyone.
Terminalfour
MAY 4, 2022
Billionaire Elon Musk’s $44-billion takeover of Twitter is nearly a done deal. But what are the motivations to own Twitter, and what does it mean for higher education? We take a look at the context around this breaking news and how higher education institutions may react.
CU Work-Life Balance
MAY 4, 2022
Taking a break from work and other regular responsibilities is key to maintaining our overall wellbeing. The past few years have been more challenging than usual, and so it’s important for all University of Colorado faculty and staff to make sure they use the vacation leave they’ve earned. It’s even more important to make sure you use enough leave throughout the year to ensure you don’t lose any leave hours.
Roompact
MAY 10, 2022
As a residence life professional I can attest to the need for a little rest and rejuvenation every once in a while. Especially after our busy seasons like RA training, move-in, move-out, RA selection, housing selection… then add in roommate conflicts, on-call nights, staff meetings, one-on-ones… ok, maybe we need a lot of rest and.
Regna Consulting
MAY 4, 2022
For me, put simply, innovation is about solving problems. And if innovation is about solving problems, what problems you are solving and who is setting about solving them is key. Boston Globe Editorial By Alex Amouyel Updated May 3, 2022. Read more. . . . The post Innovation Doesn’t Mean What You Think It Does appeared first on Renga Consulting.
The Student Affairs Blog
MAY 4, 2022
On Wednesday, April 27, VCU’s Office of Budget held a forum to discuss the final changes to VCU’s tuition and fees for the 2022-2023 academic year. Watch the recording of the Student Tuition and Budget Forum. On Thursday, March 3, VCU’s Office of Budget held a forum to learn about the upcoming potential changes to VCU’s tuition and fees for the 2022-2023 academic year.
AIFS Abroad
MAY 4, 2022
Many college students choose to spend their school breaks resting or visiting family and friends. But did you know that you can study abroad during winter break? January Term programs — also known as J-Term, winter session, intersession or winter term programs —are a great way to see the world, learn about a new culture, and dip your toes into the study abroad experience. .
Campus Groups
MAY 3, 2022
The pandemic-era has brought monumental change to many aspects of our lives: improved communication and collaboration tools for business, grocery delivery for convenience, QR codes in place of restaurant menus and event tickets. Many of these new norms have improved user behavior and sustainability. The way we conduct business, collaborate and engage with the world around us has changed and will continue to do so.
Ridgewater College
MAY 2, 2022
Hello Warriors! I write to you today to share a little about one of my favorite holidays and times of the year. Ramadan and Eid Ul Fitr. Ramadan is the most important time of the year for Muslims. It is a time of reflection, dependent spirituality and prayer (salat), and additional charity (zakat). As a child, I remember waking up to the smell of breakfast and although tired the energy in our house was always magical.
Roompact
MAY 4, 2022
Roompact is pleased to announce its fourth annual user’s conference scheduled for this fall on Wednesday, October 19th, 2022 between 12:30pm and 2:30pm at the Renaissance Baltimore Harbor Place Hotel. Our abbreviated “mini conference” this year will feature Roompact updates, a showcase session on specialized use cases of our software, and the opportunity to interact.
Edu Alliance Journal
MAY 29, 2022
May 29, 2022 – Higher Ed Without Borders a podcast series dedicated to education professionals worldwide announced its opening guest will be Dr. Ehab Abdel-Rahman, Provost of The American University in Cairo. The series is hosted by co-founders of Edu Alliance Dr. Senthil Nathan in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and Dean Hoke in Bloomington, Indiana. The episode will be available on June 7 th.
The Student Affairs Blog
MAY 31, 2022
Dear students, One of our core values as an institution is promoting a climate of trust, honesty and integrity in which all people are valued and differences are recognized as an asset. We aspire to be a university that welcomes all and excludes none. At VCU, hazing is antithetical to our values and has no place within our university community. We ask all students, faculty, and staff to carefully review the University’s Hazing Prevention and Discipline policy.
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