Report: Policymakers 'systematically shortchange' community colleges

Two-year institutions aren't getting sufficient funding to serve their higher-need student populations, per a new report from The Century Foundation.

By James Paterson • April 25, 2019

How blockchain, virtual assistants and AI are changing higher ed

A new report from Educause examines developments around the technologies and how colleges can use them to advance learning and support students. 

By Ben Unglesbee • April 25, 2019

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Enrollment and Retention

A look at the pandemic's continuing impact on enrollment and how colleges can ensure students stay on course.

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Ed Dept: New accreditation rules will be 'more aggressive' to prevent abrupt college closures

Forthcoming regulations will add stronger teach-out plans and provide an easier way for closing colleges to "wind down," a department official said. 

By Natalie Schwartz • April 24, 2019

Sudden death: Can the most damaging kind of for-profit closure be prevented?

Three major systems failing abruptly in four months is a sign the sector’s troubles aren't over and its oversight mechanisms may not be working.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 24, 2019

Bill to end ban on Pell Grants for prisoners gains traction

Several higher ed groups have signaled their support for the legislation, citing its potential to reduce recidivism rates and improve local economies. 

By James Paterson • April 24, 2019

9 universities partner to craft standards for digital records

The group includes Harvard, MIT and UC Berkeley and Irvine, and is exploring how tech like blockchain can make student records easier to verify and share.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 23, 2019

2U branches out in higher ed as more OPMs eye diversification

With big revenue goals, the company is strategically adding offerings to expand work with existing customers and attract new ones. It's not alone.

By Hallie Busta • April 23, 2019

Purdue adds two corporate education partners

Eli Lilly and Cisco Systems will get custom programming from the arrangement, which sees the university looking to merge on-campus and online curriculum.

By James Paterson • April 23, 2019

Elizabeth Warren's $1.25T plan to make college free

As Democratic presidential hopefuls debate the merits of lower-cost higher ed, the Massachusetts senator has come forward with a few big ideas.

By Hallie Busta • April 23, 2019

How new learning modes will shape the ‘future of work’

Higher ed should add more skills training and lifelong learning options for workers to keep up with tech changes, reports the World Economic Forum. 

By Hallie Busta • April 22, 2019

IBM to offer tech skills training with U of Louisville

The first of four similar partnerships by IBM brings courses in emerging fields such as AI and data science to an economy being reshaped by automation.

By James Paterson • April 22, 2019

4 ways community colleges are tackling student success with fewer resources

From creating guided pathways to re-enrolling stopouts, leaders of two-year institutions explain how they are doing more with less.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 18, 2019

What a predictive analytics experiment taught 11 colleges about sharing data

Although the University Innovation Alliance's ambitious plan to better use student data didn't go quite as expected, members report benefits.

By James Paterson • April 18, 2019

Ed Dept gives guidance on transparent financial aid offers

Colleges should not group grants and loans together and are advised to use clear language to avoid confusing prospective students. 

By James Paterson • April 18, 2019

Study: Employees frustrated by corporate learning options

Meanwhile, colleges are working with companies to create education specific to their workforce needs as demand grows for continuing education.

By Kathryn Moody , Hallie Busta , Riia O'Donnell • April 18, 2019

13 strategies to recruit and retain 'post-traditional' students

Consultancy EAB offers guidance for colleges to stay relevant for older, working learners who may be pulled away by a strong job market or family life.

By James Paterson • April 17, 2019

Senators reintroduce bipartisan legislation for workforce training

The bill aims to strengthen ties between employers and two-year colleges and add support for students in areas such as housing, food access and child care.

By James Paterson • April 17, 2019

Colleges rethink student services for online learners

As institutions enroll more remote adult students, they are realizing advising, career services and other supports must be available around the clock.

By Wayne D'Orio • April 17, 2019

As National American U faces possible closure, Ed Dept tightens oversight

The for-profit college operator fell short of the agency's financial responsibility measures, prompting demands for a letter of credit and more disclosures.  

By Ben Unglesbee • April 16, 2019

Why Arizona State is using a for-profit to help expand workforce partnerships

The venture launches as colleges across the U.S. look to add adult learners through strategic growth online.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 16, 2019

Adtalem buys financial services training unit for $121M

The acquisition comes as the for-profit college operator looks to strengthen its position in professional education. 

By Hallie Busta • April 16, 2019

3 strategies for a successful apprenticeship program

Building relationships with employers and keeping curriculum current are key as colleges face more pressure to help students land jobs.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 16, 2019

Are boot camps the higher ed disruptors they claim to be?

As their enrollments surge, a new report looks at how the short-term programs could shake up higher ed with inexpensive, convenient courses — or not.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 16, 2019

Community colleges embracing 'guided pathways' see payoff

The model has promise for improving student outcomes, but experts say data monitoring and campuswide collaboration are critical.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 15, 2019

How one small college helps its students find ‘purposeful work’

Bates College President Clayton Spencer discusses the link between college and a meaningful career, as well as the future of the liberal arts.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 15, 2019