Going digital: 3 keys to raising your college's data game

We explore what makes some digital transformations in higher education more successful than others.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 5, 2018

4 ed tech trends colleges should be ready for

The blockchain and artificial intelligence are among several technologies and practices poised to impact higher ed, according to experts at Educause.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 5, 2018

Indiana U is designing a smarter classroom

A working group will develop an active learning classroom prototype based on a report from a meeting of faculty members and tech and furniture companies.

By James Paterson • Nov. 5, 2018

At one California university, a grant helped struggling students graduate 93% faster

Cal Poly Pomona awarded 327 students close to graduation up to $3,200 to cover costs such as tuition, books, supplies and parking.

By Halona Black • Nov. 5, 2018

Report: Student affairs doesn't reflect student demographics

Some demographics are better represented than others, but the disparities could become more pronounced based on population growth projections.

By James Paterson • Nov. 5, 2018

3 college leaders urge DeVos to uphold Title IX transgender protections

In a letter, top administrators expressed "concern and dismay" over the federal government's plans to narrowly define sex by genitalia at birth. 

By James Paterson • Nov. 5, 2018

UC Berkeley launching data science division on heels of fast-growing major

Officials said the new division, which expands access to the hot field, marks the California university's biggest reorganization in decades.

By Jean Dimeo • Nov. 2, 2018

U of Maryland put on warning status amid accreditation review

Leaders pledged to bring the university's governance structure up to accreditor standards by its review date next year. 

By Hallie Busta • Updated July 1, 2019

How artificial intelligence and virtual reality are changing higher ed instruction

From more realistic simulations to better student outcomes tracking, we report from Educause on the future of some of the newest learning technologies. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 2, 2018

University relocating students at no cost for free job-training program

Students in two industrial tracks at Kansas' largest technical college are being offered free tuition and living expenses, plus jobs upon completion. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 1, 2018

How colleges are adapting to workforce development mandates

Higher education is responding to a changing economy with new curriculum and programs including microcredentials and private-sector partnerships. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 1, 2018

How Americans voted on 6 key higher ed ballot measures

Voters turned out to support more funding, transgender student rights, workforce development and free college, while the Democrats took control of the House in a move that could change the direction of U.S. higher ed policy.

By Natalie Schwartz • Updated Nov. 7, 2018

Reports: Public colleges becoming less attainable for underserved students

The studies suggest that cuts in state funding and the prevalence of rankings are spurring public institutions to seek more successful — and better-financed students — especially from out of state.

By James Paterson • Nov. 1, 2018

Who is really responsible for identifying, tracking student outcomes?

We share four lessons learned at Educause from a report about where colleges are coming up short measuring student success and how much data is enough.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 1, 2018

Appeal sends Georgia State “e-reserves” fair use case back for decision

Three publishers claim victory in an opinion against the university's library for providing excerpts of their materials for free, but others question the ruling's significance with the growing use of open resources.

By James Paterson • Oct. 31, 2018

What 6 college leaders wish they knew before taking their jobs

Administrators from Penn State University, Western Governors University, Kenyon College and more share lessons learned.

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 31, 2018

Baylor hit with $2M fine from Big 12 for sexual assault scandal

Colleges are having to answer publicly, and often with hefty fines and presidential resignations, for how their administrations handle reports of sexual misconduct.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 31, 2018

Do performance-based funding models work in higher ed?

They generally don't increase graduation rates and can encourage colleges to push short-term certificates rather than longer-term degrees.

By Halona Black • Oct. 31, 2018

College students are more engaged in interest groups than in political parties

A study of more than 90,000 student groups found students prefer to be involved in organizations that address specific concerns or issues. 

By James Paterson • Oct. 30, 2018

Cornell suspends program in China over academic freedom

Two exchange programs with Renmin University of China were halted over a crackdown on student protests for worker rights.

By James Paterson • Oct. 30, 2018

Report: Faculty mentors a key to student success, but can be hard to find

Just one-quarter of college students "strongly agreed" they had a mentor, but those that did reported higher levels of satisfaction and academic challenge.

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 30, 2018

2 reports highlight growing mental health concern on campus

One study found "clinically significant event-related distress" after the 2016 election, particularly among women, minorities, Democrats and non-Christians.

By Halona Black • Oct. 30, 2018

Do community colleges need a new funding structure?

Investment in smaller class sizes and full-time faculty could do more to support student outcomes than solely making college accessible via financial aid.

By Halona Black • Oct. 29, 2018

Texas could add 2 more medical schools

The University of Houston and the University of North Texas got approval for programs, but some question whether the state has too many medical schools.

By James Paterson • Oct. 29, 2018

West Virginia commission chair pushes back on university leaders

The presidents of West Virginia University and Marshall University want to disband or limit the state's Higher Education Policy Commission. 

By James Paterson • Oct. 29, 2018