University Business

APRIL 14, 2025

In March 2025, the U.S. Department of Education laid off nearly all federal staff responsible for managing, analyzing and interpreting higher education data through the National Center for Education Statistics. While the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System, also known as IPEDS, continues uninterrupted for now, the broader budget cuts and contract cancellations at NCES signal future disruptions to data collection and reporting, sounding the alarm for higher education planning.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2025

Dr. Roderick L. Smothers In a powerful response to growing challenges facing Black students and institutions, Virginia Union University (VUU) recently convened over 250 educational leaders for an urgent national summit addressing the state of Black education in America. The virtual B.L.A.C. (Black Leadership Across Campuses) Summit, held on April 3, brought together university presidents, scholars, K-12 administrators, policymakers, and students for a candid three-hour discussion on systemic bar

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The Scholarly Teacher

APRIL 16, 2025

Barry Sharpe, Western Governors UniversityKeywords: 3-2-1 Report, Backward Design, ElaborationKey Statement: Anchoring a course with the 3-2-1 Report can strengthen backward design and expand opportunities for students to use elaboration as a learning strategy.IntroductionThe 3-2-1 Report guides student note-taking by prompting students to reflect on their learning and consider where they are still struggling (Van Gyn, 2013).

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

APRIL 15, 2025

Imagine walking into a chemistry lab, beakers and chemicals laid out on the table ready for the days experiments to begin. Beyond your table are 30 identical tables with the same setup. You pick up a beaker and add two chemicals that, when combined, create a toxic gas. But despite this error, no one gets hurt and theres absolutely no threat to others.

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University Business

APRIL 14, 2025

Many stopped-out adult learners owe a small balance to their former institutions. To get them to return, they often need to be remindedhow beneficial a college degree can be for their entire family, says Ruth Bauer, president of Inside Track , a student success coaching nonprofit, on this episode of “The University Business Podcast.” “It’s hard to always stay connected to that long-term goal when you’re managing a full-time job or taking care of kids.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 13, 2025

Dr. Erik M. Hines In the scriptures, Jesus stated, And the King will answer and say to them, Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you do it to the least to these, My brethren, you did it to Me. Jesus refers to the individuals who think they were doing the right thing, such as helping people and feeding the poor, rather than doing performative things, such as discussing what one would do to help people or implementing policies that are counterintuitive to assisting people.

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PUC

APRIL 18, 2025

Born in Cebu, Philippines, Dovan Leona GeraldezMartella is a freshman pre-nursing student from Hanford, CA. When considering being a nurse in high school, she heard about PUCs nursing department and the science PacificQuest summer program. Intrigued, Dovan attended the summer event and, within a week, knew PUC was the place for her. Later, while attending the 2024 Pioneer Invitational Academy Basketball Tournament, she saw PUC’s Vox Pro Musica and orchestra perform and was instantly starst

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The Guardian Higher Education

APRIL 12, 2025

Only a quarter of staff are satisfied with how their department tackles bullying and harassment, FoI requests reveal Only a quarter of staff at Cambridge University are satisfied with how their department tackles bullying and harassment, according to an internal survey seen by the Observer. Cambridge undertook its staff culture survey in January 2024 and is now facing accusations from academics that it tried to cover up the grim results, which have been released through freedom of information (F

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 14, 2025

Dr. Jane Fernandes Imagine a country where no ones right to exist, to move freely, to be seen, or to contribute is constantly up for debate. Where trans kids are not headlines but classmates. Where immigrants are not bargaining chips but community leaders. Where disabled people are not burdens but innovators In 2023 alone, over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced across U.S. state legislatures, the majority targeting transgender youth and adults.

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University Business

APRIL 14, 2025

A progressive Democratic lawmaker is seeking a simple but jarring remedy of last resort for Californias college students navigating the states housing crisis: Let them sleep in their cars. While roughly half a dozen state legislative proposals this year seek to fund student or faculty housing or loosen building regulations, the benefits would come far too late for current students struggling to stay afloat.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2025

The pandemic opened the door to HyFlex learning out of necessity and now, in 2025, colleges and universities as well as individual educators are continuing to provide students with the flexibility to choose how they want to learn. The HyFlex teaching model, a blend of hybrid and flexible approaches, provides students with the option to attend a class in person, attend live through a videoconferencing platform, or engage with a webinar or transcript later.

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The Guardian Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2025

Xiaofeng Wang was fired by Indiana University on same day as raid and Asian students fear political motivation When FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents descended recently on two homes owned by Xiaofeng Wang, a Chinese national and cybersecurity professor at Indiana University, many in the idyllic college town of Bloomington were shocked.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2025

Dr. Edward Summers Recently, Ive found myself obsessed with playing Sudoku before bed. These puzzles, which require strategy and the careful placement of numbers 1-9 without repetition in rows, columns, and boxes, have become a nightly ritual. Ive played for hours, becoming engrossed in the game, only to realize that as the night wears on, my ability to see patterns diminishes.

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Roompact

APRIL 15, 2025

Even though ResLife is focused and committee toward development, performance reviews can sometimes feel like a grueling process. They do not have to be; its all about how you, as a manager, can provide outstanding feedback connected to specific observations that help to develop the staff member. A well-crafted review fosters motivation, improves performance, and.

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University Business

APRIL 15, 2025

Interest in non-degree programming is growing among both professionals and institutions. With the world of continuing education evolving rapidly, universities have a unique opportunity to bridge education with industry needs. As workforce demands shift, higher education institutions must ensure professionals can upskill efficiently, meeting local labor market needs while driving economic mobility.

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Higher Education Today

APRIL 14, 2025

As Congress works on a sweeping rewrite of the tax code, students and families across the country are watchingand hoping this moment leads to real change that will increase access to higher education. The conversation in Washington will likely center on what to keep, what to cut, and how to fit higher education into the massive, complex puzzle that is the.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 17, 2025

In a testament to how community colleges can transform lives and regional economies, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has been named the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation's most prestigious recognition for community colleges. The rural college earned the $700,000 top prize by demonstrating exceptional student outcomes, particularly in graduation rates and economic mobility for graduates.

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Higher Education Inquirer

APRIL 16, 2025

April 17, 2025 National Day of Action for Higher Ed On April 17, HELU is partnering with the Coalition for Action in Higher Education (CAHE) for the National Day of Action for Higher Education. There are more than 175 events planned in 44 states for April 17. We urge you to join us however you can, either in-person or online. As campus workers, students, and community members, we have a unique power and responsibility to exercise our collective voice in this moment of turmoil.

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University Business

APRIL 18, 2025

Students share some of the same concerns as educators do about the growth of AI on campus. Students are, in fact, more worried than faculty or administrators that the technology is “short-cutting their learning” and they want more guidance, according to a new study and survey from plagiarism checker Turnitin. Companies expect new employees to be comfortable and competent using AI but employers surveyed said graduates “are far from that point.” Educators are seen as the so

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 16, 2025

Florida Universities Sign Agreements With ICE Josh Moody Wed, 04/16/2025 - 12:15 PM Amid a state crackdown on undocumented migrants, at least 10 public universities are giving campus police immigration enforcement powers. More are considering doing so.

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APRIL 18, 2025

The medical model approach to autism has historically reinforced the idea that autism is a disease that should be cured. Over many decades, we have worked as practitioners within the autism community and have seen firsthand the detrimental effects of oversimplifying autism and framing it solely as a medical issue. Differences are not always disabilities.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

APRIL 15, 2025

April 15, 2025 · Episode 255 The State of Public Trust in Higher Education: Insights from Gallup-Lumina Foundation 33 Min · By The Change Leader, Inc. GallupLumina data shows why trust in higher ed is decliningand what colleges must do to regain credibility, relevance, and workforce alignment. Rebuilding Public Trust in Higher Education Public trust in higher education has reached historic lows.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

APRIL 17, 2025

Oct. 14 is quickly approaching, which means higher education institutions should transition to Windows 11 now to beat Microsofts end-of-support date for Windows 10. While this can seem daunting, theres no need to panic yet. But there should be a sense of urgency to create and implement a device refresh plan. Here are three ways to do just that. 1. Identify Which Devices Need To Be Refreshed Many institutions are already paying for Windows 11 in their Microsoft licensing agreements.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2025

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Teaching Matters Academic Communities

APRIL 15, 2025

Students studying in the PPLS library, 7 George Square. [Sam Ingram-Sills (Whitedog Photography)] In these two extra blog posts, Hannah Jones, Director of English Language Education at the Centre for Open Learning, and Shirley Tian, undergraduate student in History and Politics, share their perspectives on successful international student transitions.

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Edu Alliance Journal

APRIL 14, 2025

April 14, 2025, by Dean Hoke : This profile of Tuskegee University is the ninth in a series presenting small colleges throughout the United States. Background Founded in 1881 by educator Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee University is a private historically black university (HBCU) located in Tuskegee, Alabama about 40 miles east of Montgomery. Established initially as the Tuskegee Normal School for training Black teachers, it evolved into Tuskegee Institute and eventually a university known for bl

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Higher Education Inquirer

APRIL 12, 2025

Nearly 25% of college students in 2020 reported limited or uncertain access to food. Despite being potentially eligible, most didn't receive Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) benefitsformerly known as "food stamps"which could help them pay for food. A recent law gave the Department of Education authority to share students' Free Application for Federal Student Aid data with federal and state SNAP agencies to identify and help students who may be eligible for benefits.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 14, 2025

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CU Work-Life Balance

APRIL 15, 2025

Now is the time to crack open your playbook and research your options to select the right health plans for yourself, your family and your lifestyle. Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for University of Colorado faculty and staff to review upcoming health plan changes, compare their current coverage to their actual health care needs and enroll.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

APRIL 18, 2025

A staggering one-third of the American population reports having no confidence in higher education. Once viewed as the gateway to opportunity and upward mobility, colleges and universities are now in a trust crisisincreasingly perceived as inaccessible, unaffordable, and disconnected from the realities of today’s learners. The consequence? The drop in public confidence exacerbates the effects of the demographic cliff, leading to even greater enrollment declines.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 14, 2025

Draconian Layoffs, Grant Terminations Come for the NEH kathryn.palmer Mon, 04/14/2025 - 03:00 AM Critics say the deep cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities, which has supported research and learning at colleges since 1965, will ripple across American life.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 14, 2025

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APRIL 14, 2025

Title: The Invisible Barrier: How Restrictions on Majors Influence Career Paths Source: Strada Education Foundation Author: Nichole Torpey-Saboe and Akua Amankwah-Ayeh When university departments face increasing demand, many implement additional entry requirements. But this seemingly reasonable practice has far-reaching consequences for equity and workforce development, according to new research from Strada Education Foundation surveying recent college graduates.

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Higher Education Inquirer

APRIL 14, 2025

To gain a historical perspective of what is happening today on US campuses, it's essential to have a knowledge of what has happened before. The uncensored history of US higher education is poorly understood even on US campuses. Thankfully, some of it has been documented and it's even available online. A case in point is Bettina Apthekar's Higher Education and Student Rebellion in the United States, 1960-1969--A Bibliography.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 16, 2025

NIH Resumes Key Grant Review Panels kathryn.palmer Wed, 04/16/2025 - 03:00 AM After a months-long pause, advisory councils for the National Institutes of Health are restarting, paving the way for the final approval of grants. Experts say its an encouraging sign for the $47 billion agency.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 14, 2025

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