Weathering the costs of extreme climate conditions requires institution leaders to plan ahead

The impact of snow storms, hurricanes and other natural events can be hard to estimate, but administrators must find ways to stay ahead.

By Shalina Chatlani • March 26, 2018

U. of Pittsburgh campus tours go virtual

A new mobile app showcases not only the campus, but also the surrounding cityscape to entice students through mobile-accessible augmented reality. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 23, 2018

Texas lawmakers consider limits for public college expansion

Higher ed leaders and state officials say the race for space among public institutions is threatening the quality of degrees and burdening tax payers. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 23, 2018

Ohio bill calls for merger, gubernatorial oversight of state education departments

The proposal is drawing criticism from the state's educators.  

By Jarrett Carter • March 23, 2018

Could Interstate Passport Network disrupt the transfer system?

A multi-state credit transfer coalition broadens its reach, and may further redefine degree completion prospects for students nationwide. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 23, 2018

Leading Thoughts: Turning protests into teachable moments

Student protests can either drive a wedge between students and administration, or they reinforce the skills students need to succeed in school — and in life.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 22, 2018

Universities must expand reach to stay competitive

Five trends to look for as universities respond to the demographic, economic, political, and technological challenges of 2018.

By Stephanie Kim, Ph.D. Faculty Director • March 22, 2018

Report: States fall short of support for low-income students

Students from low-income households continue to struggle with academic achievement, and a new report says states' inability to enforce educational policy is to blame. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 22, 2018

Study offers insight into the adult learner profile

The report highlights areas institutions need to help adults with, including child care and financial aid, in order for them to persist and complete degrees.

By Jarrett Carter • March 22, 2018

Is US on verge of a higher education trade deficit?

Dramatic policy changes may impact colleges' ability to attract international students. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 22, 2018

Mills College president talks strategy, higher ed costs

During a visit to Education Dive's office, President Elizabeth Hillman shared why the institution is partnering with neighboring universities and why women's education remains strong.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 21, 2018

Navigating online professional degrees — potential and caution

Online courses continue to expand, including professional degree programs becoming hybrid. But digitally scaling this type of credential is not easy. 

By Shalina Chatlani • March 21, 2018

Colleges navigate price of success for low-income students

How costs can become a dangerous factor for programs that encourage low-income minority students to complete degrees on time. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 21, 2018

Degree planning platform improves student experience and degree completion

For many students, the path to earning a two- or four-year degree has never been more complicated or convoluted.

March 20, 2018

Can video games help students learn complicated concepts?

Texas A&M will use a $100,000 grant to commercialize 3-D video games in art history and calculus to supplement regular classwork.

By Patti Zarling • March 20, 2018

Up to 45% of LBGTQ students have suicidal thoughts

A survey reveals how sexual identity may have close ties to potentially risky behavior, and the role colleges may have to play to help students to cope with harmful thoughts. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 20, 2018

What happens when donors want access to executive decisions?

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas makes headlines for attaching a sizable donor pledge to executive hiring decisions. What are the implications for the future of fundraising?

By Jarrett Carter • March 20, 2018

How to construct a strong board of trustees

A report from the Association of Governing Boards offers best practices for engaging and training board members, including having them interact with professors and students. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 20, 2018

How colleges are grooming talent for the future supply chain

Enrollment in full-time supply chain programs is rising, but recruiting women and getting students real-world experience remains challenging.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • March 20, 2018

Growing minority student population contrasts largely white faculty

A new study reveals racial disparities between students, professors and administrators at California colleges and universities. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 19, 2018

Professor protests online threat with absence from classroom

A California State University, Northridge faculty member refuses to return after receiving threats, saying the institution has not done enough to reassure her she will be protected. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 19, 2018

UMBC basketball success example of how to take advantage of an athletic flash point

Social media can help turn an underdog narrative in sports into a story about an institution being an academic favorite beyond campus borders. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 19, 2018

Cisco partners with school districts, colleges to close technical skills gap

A Cisco official says "we can't just expect everyone to come out of a four-year college with a computer science degree."

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 19, 2018

Higher ed as a pathway to healthier, more conscious living

Woodbury University School of Business dean Joan Marques reflects on the correlation between low educational attainment rates and low regional median incomes and health outcomes. 

By Joan Marques • March 19, 2018

Personalized learning is for online courses, too

Paul Krause, eCornell CEO, says the key to boosting low student success metrics in digital courses is to provide relevant,engaging experiences and one-on-one attention.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 16, 2018