Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 23, 2025

The United States must produce an additional 712,000 certificates and associate's degrees annually through 2032 to address critical shortages in credentials that lead to high-paying middle-skills jobs, according to new research from Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce. The study, "Bridging the Middle-Skills Gap: Connecting a Diverse Workforce to Economic Opportunity Through Certificates and Associate's Degrees," reveals that these shortages are concentrated in four key

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Robert Kelchen

JUNE 27, 2025

Quite a bit of my research and public writing in the last few years has been on the topic of college closures and institutions in financial distress. I’m also a bit on the nerdy side, as evidenced by the fact that I am still trying to figure out who sent us a Stata onesie when our first child arrived several years ago. So it’s not a surprise that I jumped on the opportunity to be able to visit the former Iowa Wesleyan University while taking a family trip this summer.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 24, 2025

Federal Cuts Put Institutional Aid at Risk Liam Knox Tue, 06/24/2025 - 03:00 AM As colleges face mounting financial challenges, institutional aid budgets could take a significant hit, passing costs to students and undermining promising access initiatives.

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CIP

JUNE 25, 2025

The 2025 Spring Term was a powerful reflection of the growth, resilience, and achievements of our students in CIP’s Full-Year Transition Program for young adults on the autism spectrum and with learning differences. From academic progress and career readiness to meaningful contributions in their communities, our students embraced each opportunity with purpose.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 23, 2025

Dr. N. Joyce Payne In a news release, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and the Savings Collaborative have announced a partnership to launch a National Financial Resilience Program at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in commemoration of Juneteenth. In 2024, TMCF’s Dr. N. Joyce Payne Research Center and the Savings Collaborative launched a financial well-being course at TMCF’s DevCon , engaging over 500 students from 40 HBCUs.

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University Business

JUNE 23, 2025

Gen Z has been called a lot of names, but one of the newest nicknames is perhaps the most interesting—and the most telling: the “toolbelt generation.” That’s because Gen Z has shown an incredible interest in learning specialized blue-collar jobs and pursuing skilled trades or positions that require a particular skill set, knowledge or ability, such as carpentry, computer programming, or welding.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 24, 2025

Tuition Discounting Hits Another High Josh Moody Tue, 06/24/2025 - 03:00 AM NACUBO’s latest study finds that colleges continue to charge students less than their listed sticker price at a rate surpassing prior records.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 25, 2025

In a news release, Howard University and Google Research announced the release of data which can be used by artificial intelligence (AI) developers to improve the experience of Black people using automatic speech recognition (ASR) technology. As a part of the Howard and Google partnership, named Project Elevate Black Voices , researchers traveled across the U.S. to catalog dialects and diction used frequently in Black communities but often not recognized or misconstrued by artificial intelligenc

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University Business

JUNE 24, 2025

As of August 2024, 39% of first-time bachelor’s degree-seeking students were not completing their program within eight years. The reason: students don’t see a clear path to completion. That’s according to the “ 2025 Student Voice Report ” from Ellucian, a higher education technology solutions provider. This year’s research reveals that 60% of “stop-out” students are more willing to return to school if given the right support, including clearer cred

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 25, 2025

How One College Library Plans to Cut Through the AI Hype kathryn.palmer… Wed, 06/25/2025 - 03:00 AM As higher ed institutions embrace generative artificial intelligence tools, Stony Brook University’s library is spearheading efforts to help students and faculty learn how to use them in an ethical, responsible way.

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Roompact

JUNE 27, 2025

In episode of Roompact’s ResEdChat, Dr. Laura Arroyo, the then Acting Assistant Vice Chancellor at the University of Colorado Boulder, brought forward a crucial and timely conversation on how institutions of higher education—especially predominantly white institutions (PWIs)—can better serve Black students through intentional residence life practices.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 23, 2025

Dr. Albert Mosley Albert Mosley has been named the 8th president of Bethune-Cookman University. A first-generation college student from Shuqualak, Mississippi, Mosley earned his Ed.D at the University of Georgia in higher education administration and his D.D. (Doctor of Divinity) from Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary. “It’s an extraordinary honor to be selected as the 8th President of the GREAT Bethune-Cookman University,” Mosley said.

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University Business

JUNE 24, 2025

High school and community college students in Illinois will soon be able to earn automatic admission to most state public universities based on their GPA—without even having to apply. The Direct Admission Program will require public universities to offer admission to any student who meets their established GPA standard, according to the bill synopsis.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 26, 2025

Graduate Programs Face a Federal Reckoning Liam Knox Thu, 06/26/2025 - 03:00 AM Congress wants to significantly cut back on federal loans for grad students. That could decimate the highly profitable graduate degree market—and limit who has access to it.

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ISA Journal

JUNE 26, 2025

Vivian Mergler is a student at Eastern Michigan University and a Featured Blogger. She is studying with ISA in Florence, Italy. The view from my final flight from Amsterdam as we fly over Florence. Studying abroad (especially in Italy) is often romanticized as a whirlwind of gelato, scenic Instagram posts, and exciting travel adventures.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2025

Dr. Jasmine Haywood There are currently 101 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the U.S. While these schools are only 3% of all higher education institutions in this country, they educate 10% of all Black college students. They account for approximately 50% of all Black doctors and lawyers. In its 2021 report HBCUs Transforming Generations: Social Mobility Outcomes for HBCU Alumni , the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) detailed the Move into Middle Class+ mobility rate and it

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The Guardian Higher Education

JUNE 25, 2025

The rapper was recognised for his ‘transformative’ scholarship programme helping black students into higher education The rapper Stormzy has been awarded an honorary degree from Cambridge University for his work helping black students get into higher education. The 31-year-old received a Doctorate in Law for his “transformative” scholarship programme, which funds black UK students to study at the institution.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 24, 2025

Texas governor Greg Abbott on Friday signed into law legislation allowing public college and university presidents to take over faculty governance bodies.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

JUNE 25, 2025

No matter how many devices they have and no matter where they are on campus, students, faculty and staff expect to be connected to a wireless network. That connectivity is not just for hooking up gaming consoles and browsing TikTok, it’s also essential for modern teaching and learning. Universities must provide necessary resources and information in an increasingly remote world.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 24, 2025

Financial uncertainty continues to serve as the primary barrier preventing students from enrolling in or completing higher education, according to new research from education technology provider Ellucian that surveyed more than 1,500 learners nationwide. The 2025 Student Voice Report found that 56% of individuals who have never enrolled in college cited financial uncertainty as their main reason for avoiding higher education, while 53% of high school students who don't plan to attend college ide

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University Business

JUNE 26, 2025

Tightening budgets and reduced staffing affect all aspects of a college or university. It may pose an especially significant risk to your college’s cybersecurity and the privacy of sensitive data, suggests a new survey from EDUCAUSE. The higher education technology advocacy nonprofit collected nearly 150 responses from staff members working in cybersecurity and privacy.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 25, 2025

Education Dept. Plan to Send CTE Programs to Labor Stokes Concern Sara Weissman Wed, 06/25/2025 - 03:00 AM While paused for now, the Education Department has plans to let the Department of Labor take over funding for career and technical education programs. CTE advocates fear the shift.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

JUNE 24, 2025

June 24, 2025 · Episode 265 Strategies to Help Adult Learners Re-Enroll and Graduate 38 Min · By The Change Leader, Inc. Explore strategies for adult learner enrollment, retention, and degree completion through cross-sector partnerships that reduce friction and boost outcomes. Why Adult Learner Enrollment Requires a Systemwide Strategy With over 41 million adults in the U.S. holding some college credit but no degree , institutions are under increasing pressure to implement effective st

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 25, 2025

Dr. Doug Shapiro The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC) has released its 2025 Persistence and Retention report which finds that over 86 percent of the college freshman class of 2023 returned for their second semester. This represents the second-highest persistence rate in the past nine years, NSCRC said in a news release. The 2025 Persistence and Retention report is the latest in a series that tracks the percentage of students that stay in college after their freshman year, a

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University Business

JUNE 23, 2025

AI is rapidly becoming a part of students’ lives. The American Psychological Association is urging caution and guidance to protect young people ages 10 to 25 from potential harms while embracing AI’s benefits for learning and development. In its June 2025 health advisory , “Artificial Intelligence and Adolescent Well-being,” the organization warns that, beyond academics, AI’s growing presence in education, social interactions and health information can shape well-be

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 25, 2025

Public colleges and universities in Texas have been asked to identify which of their students are undocumented so they can be charged out-of-state tuition, The Texas Tribune reported.

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Higher Education Inquirer

JUNE 27, 2025

In a bold move that could upend the structure of higher education oversight in the United States, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the creation of the Commission for Public Higher Education (CPHE) —a multi-state effort to challenge what he and his allies call the “activist-controlled accreditation monopoly.” The CPHE includes six Republican-led states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 26, 2025

Deborah Santiago In a news release, Excelencia in Education announced the release of a brief titled, “ College Affordability: Insights and Solutions from Texas Students and Postsecondary Leaders ,” which presents detailed information on the college affordability experiences of Latino students — the largest student group in Texas — as well as other post-traditional students.

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University Business

JUNE 25, 2025

You and your colleagues in higher education leadership take immense pride in your campuses. Travel + Leisure magazine has released a new ranking of the 30 most beautiful college campuses from a traveler’s perspective. The list features a handful of already iconic campuses and some lesser-known gems, including a Georgia college that is small enrollment-wise but massive in size.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 27, 2025

Wayne State Launches Prison Education Program Ashley Mowreader Fri, 06/27/2025 - 03:00 AM Starting this fall, two dozen Macomb Correctional Facility inmates will be eligible to earn a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Wayne State University.

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CIP

JUNE 24, 2025

As spring's spirit of renewal gives way to the warmth of summer, each of CIP’s five Centers embraced the season with vibrant Spring Engagement Trips — memorable day-long adventures that fostered exploration, social connection, and real-world skill building. These regional adventures serve as a prelude to the more expansive Global Engagement Trips during the Winter Term, where students from across the country come together for international travel and cross-Center connection.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 24, 2025

Dr. Larry Johnson Jr. The City University of New York (CUNY) has appointed Larry Johnson Jr. president of Bronx Community College. Johnson is presently serving as president of CUNY’s Guttman Community College. Johnson’s appointment is effective July 14, pending approval by the CUNY Board of Trustees. “President Johnson has demonstrated a strong commitment to the transformative mission of community colleges throughout his career – at CUNY and in his previous posts around the country,” said CUNY C

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Teaching Matters Academic Communities

JUNE 23, 2025

Students talking by reception in the Chrystal Macmillan building, School of Social and Political Science. Image credit: Sam Ingram-Sills (Whitedog Photography) This post is a collaborative reflection by James Andrew (outgoing School of Social and Political Science Undergraduate Representative) and Catriona Elder (Head of Student Support and Experience) which contemplates how Student Councils can genuinely transform systemic issues at University.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JUNE 24, 2025

The Lost Soul of Higher Education Elizabeth Redden Tue, 06/24/2025 - 03:00 AM Scott Gac reflects on a Fulbright award that wasn’t amid a worrying climate of censorship.

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Teaching Matters Student Engagement

JUNE 27, 2025

GeoSciences seminar, Global Change Research Group, School of GeoSciences. Image credit: Paul Dodds In this post, Anabelle Wilson-Smith and Steve McLeister engage in a dialogue about how Student Voice can be authentically integrated into University learning and teaching, beyond formalised Student Voice committees. Anabelle is an Environmental GeoScience Student and Steve is a Lecturer in Education, Moray House School of Education and Sport.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 25, 2025

Dr. JT Torres We have all heard stories of flawed approaches to inclusive teaching. Here’s one. March 3, 2022, a middle school teacher at San Francisco’s Creative Arts Charter School wanted to incorporate active learning in her history lesson on slavery. She decided that the best way to experience picking cotton was to, well, pick cotton. She brought raw cotton bolls into her eighth-grade classroom and asked students to feel the sharp husks that once tore at the hands of enslaved people, hoping

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Higher Education Inquirer

JUNE 27, 2025

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), long hailed as a leader in online education and a symbol of institutional reinvention, laid off approximately 60 employees on June 27, 2025. The move came without warning to staff, according to an anonymous source close to the situation. Employees reportedly received a generic email from Lisa Marsh Ryerson, SNHU's newly installed president, delivering the news of their termination.

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