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Are Colleges Ready to BeReal? 

Dr. Josie Ahlquist

If there is anything constant in social media — it is the rise and fall of platforms. You may have tried one of these in the last decade. Peach, Clubhouse, Meerkat, Vine, Ello. I could go on. I try to be pretty particular when I bring an app to the attention of my clients and digital community. I’m not saying I’m a futurist, more like a digital explorer, but I was shining the light early on about.

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Interdisciplinary Gamified Teaching of Critical Metals

The Scholarly Teacher

Maxwell H. Furigay (a), Nikhil S. Chellam (b), Marta Guron (a), Juno Johnson (c), Sarah Bennett (c), Leighton O. Jones (b), Wenqi Liu (b), George C. Schatz (b), Eric J. Schelter (a), J. Fraser Stoddart (b), Shane S. Galley (c), and Jenifer C. Shafer (c). (a) P. Roy and Diana T. Vagelos Laboratories, Department of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, United States.

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Study Abroad in College

Great College Advice

Study Abroad in college has become, for many, an essential part of the university experience. Study abroad programs can be a great way to immerse yourself in a different culture, travel to new places, and become more acquainted with the world around us. How should study abroad factor into your college choices? First, however, let’s start with the way most people begin thinking about study abroad.

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Faces of PUC: Anzarath Chavez-Duron

PUC

Anzarath Chavez-Duron is from Oakland and is studying Health Communications, Pre-Art Therapy. She chose to attend PUC because it was the best option financially. Being a PUC student has allowed her to create wonderful connections and relationships with her professors. What is your dream job? Something that’s fulfilling. How does that compare to what you […].

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More on Texas as a CBE Ecosystem Laboratory

eLiterate

In my last two posts, I wrote about the importance of ecosystem thinking when trying to change complex systems like higher education and followed it up with a specific exampthe the of core curriculum in Texas. Well, Texas is the gift that keeps on giving this week. The Texas Tribune just published a piece entitled “ Texas Could Tie Community College Funding to Outcomes.” The outline of a proposal is on the table and the final report due to the legislature in November.

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Why Studying Abroad in Budapest, Hungary Belongs on Your Bucket List 

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on September 16, 2022 by Cat Rogliano. Sure, those ultra-popular places to study abroad ( London , Paris , Rome ) are incredible. But what if I told you that you may be overlooking one of Europe’s most alluring cities? A medley of treasures both old and new, Budapest is an increasingly popular destination for studying abroad. Here are just a few reasons why you’ll love studying abroad in Budapest: 1.

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Careers by Design: Scottish Government’s Career Review

Teaching Matters Student Employment

In this post, Shelagh Green, Director of Careers Service at The University of Edinburgh, offers an overview of the Scottish Government’s 2022 review of careers services for young people. Shelagh assesses a handful of the report’s recommendations from an HE perspective, spotlighting the opportunities and challenges that continue to define the professional futures of our […].

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National Hispanic Heritage Month

UMSL Diversity

“ Every year from September 15 to October 15, Americans celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by appreciating the community’s history, heritage, and contributions of the ancestors of American citizens who came from Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean, and South- and Central America. ” Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month. Explore local celebrations: Greater St.

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Case Study in a CBE Ecosystem: Core Curriculum

eLiterate

I realize that yesterday’s post about the role of ecosystems in realizing Paul LeBlanc’s vision for CBE is a bit abstract. Luckily, Providence provides. Today’s Inside Higher Ed brings us an article entitled “ What Faculty Know (and Don’t Know) About Transfer—and Why It Matters ” by Vita Rabinowitz, Yoshiko Oka, and Alexandra W.

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Macro Marketing Themes for Micro Education Programs

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

How Institutions Can Make Certificates and Short Programs Feasible Amid Rising Costs. While traditional degrees are still king , today’s students are making major changes in how they approach their education. As employers increasingly drop college degree requirements for new hires in favor of skills, more students are leaning toward certificate programs, bootcamps, and other non-degree pathways as the next step in their education (and often in their careers).

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Parchment Webinar Recap: How to Get Funding for Your School Counseling Program

Parchment

A K-12 school counselor wears many hats at work — professional trainer, peer coach, trusted adult, mental health awareness advocate and school counseling program fundraiser — all in one day. . For many school counselors, the statutes that support federal funding of social and emotional learning (SEL) in K-12 schools is a foreign language. Just like traveling in a land where you don’t speak the language, K-12 counselors need to know a) what types of programs fit into those SEL statutes and b) how

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Four Things To Do Before Starting Classes at PUC

PUC

With the fall quarter beginning soon at PUC, we wanted to remind you of four things you must do before classes start. Finalize Classes Make sure you’re registered for all your classes. If you are on a waiting list, want to change your schedule, or have questions about a class- contact your academic advisor or […].

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ResLife Mom: Living In, With Children

Roompact

The other day I was unpacking a box and I found a certificate from a presentation I had co-presented at a GLACUHO Regional Housing Conference in 2008. It was called, “Superwoman: Being a Live in Mom and/or Partner.” At the time I was a new mom and wife and a residence hall director. There.

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10 ways to ensure you have the best Course Registration System for your students

Creatrix Campus

10 ways to ensure you have the best Course Registration System for your students. admin. Tue, 09/06/2022 - 07:55. The course registration system is no longer a new term in higher education. An essential part for all students who have enrolled in programs offered by the college or university is the completion of registration leading to the semester. New students, transfers, and continuing students leverage the online registration system in different ways.

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21st Century Leadership in Higher Education – Insights for SuccessChanging Higher Ed Podcast 119 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Harris Pastides

The Change Leader, Inc.

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 119 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Harris Pastides – 21st Century Leadership in Higher Education – Insights for Success Former university president Dr. Harris Pastides is a leader’s leader – and the right type of leader for institutions of higher education in the 21st century. Over the course […] Harris Pastides is a leader’s leader – in this episode he shares his insights for success in creating 21st century leadership in Higher Education.

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Presence | Blog | 14 Great Virtual Fundraising Ideas for Student Organizations

Modern Campus

Raising money and asking for donations can be super uncomfortable, especially for college students. Yet, for student organizations, fundraising is often essential.

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Safety update and reminder

The Student Affairs Blog

Dear students, Yesterday evening, Sept, 5, the Richmond Police Department responded to an off-campus incident that involved two VCU students. The students were near a large gathering of people on Laurel Street when shots were fired. The two students were injured and went to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. They have both been released from the hospital and are recovering.

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The Multiple Dimensions of Program Evaluation

Gray Associates

When planning your academic program portfolio, labor data is indeed important, but your market data should not only include labor market demand. A successful academic program evaluation is not based on one dimension of data. The fallacy of that has gotten many a school into trouble. The post The Multiple Dimensions of Program Evaluation appeared first on Gray Associates | Program Evaluation.

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Defuse Conflict and Demonstrate Your Effective Listening with DESP

The Humphrey Group

Leading in Conflict.

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“Students First”: Paul LeBlanc’s Book on Competency-Based Education

eLiterate

I just finished reading Paul LeBlanc’s book Students First: Equity, Access, and Opportunity in Higher Education. To be clear, this post is neither a book review nor a comprehensive exploration of Competency-Based Education (CBE), although it contains some elements of both. Rather, I’m interested in exploring how to think about a well-drawn and incredibly ambitious proposal for change in education.

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How can America Encourage College Dropouts to Complete their Degrees

Edu Alliance Journal

Prelude. September 6, 2022 by Dean Hoke – The percentage of students without a post-secondary degree in the United States has been a widespread concern for decades. Employment at a decent working wage did exist for those who did not have a degree however that world is quickly changing. This topic has been of interest to me for over 50 years because I am one of those who dropped out of college.