How can universities help employers boost employment in the age of automation?

Carnegie Mellon University is constructing a new robotics center that it hopes will help American manufacturers and employees to remain innovative in an economy increasingly reliant on automation.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 22, 2017

Two Oakland universities consider sharing campus space

The schools will remain independent but could share some facilities.

By Autumn A. Arnett , Pat Donachie • Nov. 21, 2017

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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

AACC, Labor Dept partner with industry to expand, scale apprenticeships

Amid increased attention from the White House, four companies are partnering with the American Association of Community Colleges and the U.S. Department of Labor to strengthen and diversify the workforce pipeline.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 21, 2017

Educause 2017: Our recap of higher ed IT's premier gathering

We've rounded up all of our coverage from the annual mega-gathering in one place for your convenience.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 20, 2017

How can tech transfer offices evolve to support innovation?

A new report from the APLU details the ways in which technology transfer offices can better serve their schools and the economic health of an institution's surrounding region.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 20, 2017

Colleges combat food waste through innovation, dedicated buy-in

Colleges and universities waste more than 20 million pounds of food each year, and initiatives to reduce food waste could be a benefit to colleges and surrounding communities.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 20, 2017

Chatham president: It's time for institutions to help address climate change

David Finegold says schools are in a unique position to train future leaders, do scientific research and work with government leaders to promote change. 

By Patti Zarling • Nov. 17, 2017

Senate HELP Committee takes step towards HEA reauthorization

A Nov. 28 hearing will focus primarily on FAFSA simplification, Committee Chairman Sen. Lamar Alexander says.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 17, 2017

Globalizing curriculum depends on both students and faculty

A new study finds that students feel permitted to express diverse ideas, but the efficacy of such engagement depends on faculty. 

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 17, 2017

Hollins President Pareena Lawrence talks driving equity for women, minorities

Lawrence talks about attracting international students, considering needs of female faculty and students, and the business case for diversity. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 16, 2017

Drones find a place in campus security, marketing

Colleges and universities are increasingly using unmanned aviation vehicles, or drones, for a variety of reasons, from educational opportunities for students to critical campus monitoring processes.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 16, 2017

How to enhance fundraising efforts through storytelling

Establishing a direct and personal connection between giving and payoff is a sure way to boost giving.

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 16, 2017

Gordon Gee: For higher ed to survive, we've got to 'blow up the box'

The legendary higher ed leader says a complete reorganization of the way leaders approach the job will be needed to move the needle forward for the American economy.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 16, 2017

How can higher ed IT develop, maintain workforce diversity? [Educause 2017]

Two CIOs and a chief diversity officer discussed failures, successes and best practices on the path to a more inclusive environment.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2017

ED considers loan forgiveness for defrauded students

Negotiations are underway to determine how much protection defrauded student borrowers should have from the federal government in terms of student loan forgiveness.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 15, 2017

How your institution can stay relevant as automation disrupts the industry

With automation soon replacing a significant portion of jobs, can higher ed maintain its business of preparing students for the workforce? 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 15, 2017

$14.8B economic impact of HBCUs outlined in new UNCF report

Public institutions account for 65% of the economic impact, or $9.6 billion, while private institutions account for 35%, or $5.2 billion. 

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 15, 2017

Report finds higher ed is failing students with disabilities

Though these students often graduate high school with the academic skills needed to succeed, the lack of focus on developing their soft skills prevents them from staying on track. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 15, 2017

How the corporate world's 'microlearning' approach can shake up the industry

Not considering the approach could mean falling behind market and technological trends and pressure. 

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 14, 2017

Nontraditional students gaining steam in higher ed discussions

With more nontraditional students entering college campuses, higher ed leaders have started to focus on how their business model applies to them.

By Patti Zarling and Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 14, 2017

5 ed tech tips for financially strapped institutions

If run effectively, IT departments can become sources of revenue, rather than inefficient and costly drains on the institution.

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 14, 2017

Survey: International enrollment in U.S. colleges is on the decline

Experts say rising college costs, competition from schools in other countries and the U.S. political climate play a role in the decline.

By Patti Zarling • Nov. 13, 2017

Socially-conscious investments growing in importance for higher ed constituents

Pitzer College has a smaller endowment compared to larger schools, but the institution is taking steps to invest in companies for social and moral reasons, while divesting from fossil fuel companies.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 13, 2017

How can institutions improve admissions policies for veterans?

Schools' approaches to veterans could benefit from an overhaul. 

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 13, 2017

Engagement, taxes and Mitch Daniels: The week’s most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on how schools are trying to increase student voice and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 10, 2017