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Roanoke College to Launch Cannabis Studies Program

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Awaiting them in the program are two tracks: one on the science of cannabis and the other on the social justice and policy around cannabis. As early as the program’s first course, students will be taught about policy issues, incarceration, criminal justice, and racial bias as it relates to cannabis, Poli said. According to U.S.

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U.S. News releases 2024 best online programs

University Business

Designed for individuals looking to complete or pursue their academic goals, the rankings evaluate more than 1,600 online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs at regionally accredited institutions. News and World Report. News releases 2024 best online programs appeared first on University Business.

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Wright State eliminating 34 degree programs as part of efficiency review

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Wright State University plans to “deactivate” 34 lesser-used degree-bearing academic programs as part of its ongoing Academic Efficiency and Effectiveness review, university officials said. Read more from the Dayton Daily News.

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Certificate earner rates hit 10-year high despite degree fall-off in 2022-23

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Undergraduate credentials awarded in the 2022–23 academic year have fallen for the second year in a row. However, the news isn’t all doom and gloom. Last academic year saw a greater number of students receiving certificates than in any of the past ten years. over the past two years.

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About half of WVU’s academic programs are under review during budget crunch

University Business

About half of West Virginia University’s academic programs are up for review as a financial crunch has pushed the school to size up what it can and can’t afford. During a Campus Conversation this week, officials said 47 percent of academic programs have been identified for review. Read more from Metro News.

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Community college students are returning to four-year institutions, up nearly 8% since last year

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That means that the students are taking advantage of more options for finding the best programs and institutional fit for their needs,” said Doug Shapiro, executive research director at the Clearinghouse. How can you reel students into your programs? These increases are a good sign.” Transfer rate of learners aged 40 and older: up 11.8%

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A 40th Anniversary Love Story: About My Favorite Magazine

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

One feature of the magazine that was praiseworthy then and continues to be a tradition now is the way it blends higher education news with celebrations of extraordinary professional contributions. The IU Higher Education and Student Affairs Program allowed Ph.D. The latter plays itself out most powerfully on the front cover.