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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 -
Trendline
Mental Health and Wellness
This Trendline examines how colleges can address rising mental health concerns and support at-risk groups, such as transgender students and college athletes.
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Deep Dive
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
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Deep DiveHow 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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
Deep Dive
Dive Into STEM: Attracting, retaining qualified and diverse faculty is a prerequisite to building the field
Good faculty members can inspire and encourage students into STEM fields — but keeping them in academia is the hard part.
By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Documents leak could lead to increased scrutiny of endowments
After a massive leak of internal financial documents from an international law firm showing schools are stashing earnings overseas, some expect increased inquiry into financial practices.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Deficit narrative surrounding higher ed is holding the industry back
As we've seen with student achievement at all levels, it's often difficult to overcome negative framing to achieve successful outcomes.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
13 college presidents who are also veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, we salute these higher ed leaders who served our country before taking up careers in academia.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Mitch Daniels is shaking up higher education
Purdue-Kaplan dominated the headlines this year, making a number of noteworthy transformative — and financial — moves.
By James Paterson • Nov. 9, 2017 -
Deep Dive
BYU's new Community Law Clinic to bridge local residents and institution
The law students, all of whom are Spanish-speaking, will fill a void in the community while also gaining valuable real-world experience.
By Pat Donachie • Nov. 9, 2017 -
State higher ed agencies tackle uniformity in tuition strategies
A report from the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association calls on higher education leaders to work with policymakers on feasible affordability goals.
By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 9, 2017
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