Higher Ed: Page 151
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Federal report offers 3 key stats challenging higher ed stereotypes
More institutions are accepting between 50-75% of applicants, but still, a majority of 18-24 year-olds are not going to college.
By Jarrett Carter • May 24, 2018 -
USC president latest to be asked to resign amid sexual harassment scandal
Incidents of sexual misconduct on campus are in the spotlight — and top administrators can't just sit idly anymore without the risk of public scrutiny.
By Shalina Chatlani • May 23, 2018 -
Ohio universities eye expansion for business schools
Officials say the schools are implementing training that make them primed for growth among regional employers looking for workers with diverse skill sets.
By Jarrett Carter • May 23, 2018 -
Research shows adult learner enrollment declining
College enrollment of the group widely classified as the new traditional student declined more that other age groups across the higher education landscape.
By Jarrett Carter • May 23, 2018 -
Focus on part-time students to boost completion, close achievement gaps
According to a report, 84% of Hispanic students and 81% of black students enroll part-time for at least one semester, compared to 72% of white students.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 23, 2018 -
How international university rankings are shaking up higher ed
U.S. institutions are being ranked against universities all around the world — and it's impacting the way consumers and producers are making decisions.
By Shalina Chatlani • May 22, 2018 -
Record endowment returns for $2M salary
A profile of its investment chief shows how much University of Michigan is willing to pay to maintain one of the nation's largest institutional endowments.
By Jarrett Carter • May 22, 2018 -
Free tuition for two-year college students — but with a catch
Marion Technical College will cover students' second year of tuition if they maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA and complete 30 first-year credit hours.
By Jarrett Carter • May 22, 2018 -
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Faculty perspective: Supporting non-traditional students
A look at how faculty have adjusted their teaching methods and what’s needed to help today’s students
May 22, 2018 -
Faculty no-confidence votes increase over last four years
Increasing financial strain throughout higher education is leaving more professors to last-resort measures of formal protest.
By Jarrett Carter • May 22, 2018 -
UMass Boston suspends search for chancellor after all finalists withdraw
Following vocal criticisms about their qualifications by a group of faculty members, the three finalists pulled their names out of consideration.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 22, 2018 -
Financial struggles may lead to no-confidence vote at Pennsylvania college
Faculty members reject cost-saving measures stemming from multi-year enrollment decreases and campus growth initiatives.
By Jarrett Carter • May 21, 2018 -
Contested survey highlights need for best practices around diversity and inclusion
Southern Methodist University's survey, as part of its cultural intelligence initiative, is drawing criticism for the unsavory nature of some of its crowdsourced questions.
By Jarrett Carter • May 21, 2018 -
Another alternative revenue model for higher ed?
Universities are working with a for-profit coding bootcamp provider to bring credentialing opportunities and new revenues to their campuses.
By Jarrett Carter • May 21, 2018 -
System consolidation expert offers key considerations when moving toward merger
Local control and a clearly defined focus are pivotal to successful consolidation, says Georgia System Chancellor Steve Wrigley.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 21, 2018 -
An 80 credit-hour bachelor's degree?
One higher education leader argues that reducing the number of credit hours in a degree will solve the student debt crisis and boost institutional ratings.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 18, 2018 -
Asian students reconsider American higher ed
More Asian students are looking within their home countries for top-notch programs at colleges and universities.
By Jarrett Carter • May 18, 2018 -
How should college presidents respond to controversial speakers on campus?
Leaders offer advice on how to deal with inflammatory remarks in real-time. Not surprisingly, their advice is as diverse as the reaction to speakers can be.
By Jarrett Carter • May 18, 2018 -
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Institutional Innovation: Integrating sustainability to create economical, active learning environments
More institutions are investing in sustainability practices not only to save money, but also to provide hands-on experiences for students.
By Shalina Chatlani • May 17, 2018 -
Blueprint for student access or institutional attrition?
South Carolina approves framework to freeze tuition and prioritize in-state students, but campus presidents wonder how the plan can be sustained.
By Jarrett Carter • May 17, 2018 -
Lawmakers propose free speech legislation following a year of campus protests
How demonstrations at the University of Wisconsin caused reaction throughout higher education and spurred bills in Wisconsin and other states.
By Jarrett Carter • May 17, 2018 -
Michigan State announces $500M settlement fund for Nassar assault survivors
A historic payout looks to close a horrific chapter of sexual assault at one of the nation's premier research institutions.
By Jarrett Carter • May 17, 2018 -
How a small college's CIO outpaced Harvard University's endowment team
Carthage College saw a 10-year average return of 6.2% on its endowment, compared with the 4.4% return tallied by the elite Ivy League institution.
By Shalina Chatlani • May 16, 2018 -
Making each campus in a system stand out
The Houston Community College campuses were competing for resources and students. Now unique centers of excellence at the six locations give each one a recruiting advantage.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 16, 2018 -
UMass controversy grows with executive no-confidence vote
A campus acquisition by the state flagship continues to roil attitudes at a smaller sister institution.
By Jarrett Carter • May 16, 2018
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