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We All Pay for Not Addressing the School-to-Prison Pipeline

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report posited that “an overly punitive criminal justice system wastes resources and fails to address people’s real safety and security needs. The collateral costs of spending on Mississippi’s criminal justice system drain critical resources better spent attracting new industries and cultivating economic development.”

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Why Higher Ed Data Security Depends on People

Collegis Education Data Management

percent average increase across all industries in just July and August 2020. We connected with Mark Relf, senior security analyst with Collegis Education, to get a better understanding of the security issues in higher ed and how they can be avoided. Data security is everyone’s job,” Relf says.

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Navigating the U.S. College Application Process as an International Student in 2024

Great College Advice

Visa Application Right after admission, securing a student visa should become your top priority. Solution: To battle this dilemma, mix your choices with reach, safety and match schools. Visa Application Challenge Challenge: Complex requirements and delays are common while trying to secure a student visa. embassy or consulate.

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Why Higher Ed Data Security Depends on People

Collegis Education Data Management

percent average increase across all industries in just July and August 2020. We connected with Mark Relf, senior security analyst with Collegis Education, to get a better understanding of the security issues in higher ed and how they can be avoided. Addressing security issues in higher ed is about more than technology.

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These states and cities are the most competitive for students seeking an internship

University Business

California is the most competitive state for students looking to secure an internship; city-wise, it’s New York City. Students who secured at least one internship during their time in college bucked the trend, as they were 49% less likely to be underemployed. Which industries are the most—and least—friendly for interns?

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Career opportunities at top employers for people with disabilities

CAPD

Day-long, virtual program is designed to introduce college sophomores to the financial services and fintech industry.

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Wave of Higher Ed Union Strikes Swells Nationwide

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

as workers in the industry demand improvements from their institutions for their ongoing labor. Unions in higher ed may go on strike after months of bargaining and impasse in negotiations on issues and demands from higher ed employees such as wage increases, better working conditions, and reliable job security.