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Some Universities Are Blocking TikTok on School Devices and Networks

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Some universities are scrutinizing or blocking usage of the social media platform TikTok on school devices and networks amid cybersecurity concerns surrounding the video-sharing app and its parent company, ByteDance. The company was even reported to have been tracking and spying on journalists. Last month, Oklahoma Gov. Alabama Gov.

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Scholars Discuss Advantages and Pitfalls of Social Media in Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Such platforms can lead to building communities and networks where resources can be shared, said panelist Dr. Aireale Rodgers, a postdoctoral fellow on the HEAL Project at the University of Wisconsin-Madison who will become an assistant professor of higher education this fall. My work is not my life.

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Instructure Completes Acquisition of Parchment, the World’s Largest Academic Credential Management Platform and Network.

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Podcast Pathways Student Transfer (Part 2) – How to Improve the Transfer Experience for Students Ready to feel the power of Parchment? appeared first on Parchment. appeared first on Parchment.

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The Metaverse explained for university leaders: opportunities and decisions ahead (4/4)

Dr. Simon Paul Atkinson

Microsoft has the advantage of being the foundation for the majority of business enterprises’ ecosystems and has a cross-platform strategy. However, its promotion of AR design tools for its platform arguably gives it an edge. Who should universities watch? Which evolutionary pathways will win out is unknown. Think small.

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Report Points to the Future of Academic Conferences

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

As the higher ed world emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, academic conferences remain a key way for scholars to convene, network, and learn about the latest research. An estimated 4.5 During the COVID-19 pandemic, academic societies were forced to pivot, with many rapidly shifting to fully virtual or hybrid convenings.

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Via in the Field: Inside the OSAC Academic Sector Committee Meeting

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Hosted by Kevin Dostal Dauer and the team at the University of Minnesota in late April, this two day event showcased the power of collaboration and learning in action. The group was established to enable its members to internally collaborate, network, and benchmark on safety, security, and health issues regarding education abroad.

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You Are Enough

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Student-athletes have found their power and they continue to better understand their abilities to have an impact. These are words I whisper to myself during my difficult moments. I love the work that I get to do in diversity, equity, and inclusion, but at times it can be exhausting. YOU ARE ENOUGH. The work put in behind the scenes is epic.

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