How did 3 higher ed CIOs reimagine their institutions' IT organization? [Educause 2017]

IT leaders from Davidson College, Colgate University and the U of Richmond discussed their challenges and successes at current and previous institutions.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 8, 2017

Survey: Digital tools improve students' classroom experience

More than half of students want their classes to incorporate more digital learning tools and technologies, with more than 90% reporting such tools help them learn new concepts.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 8, 2017

Explore the 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. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

How poor tech rollout may cost more than anticipated

The state of Washington just settled a $2.6 million dispute, following a bankrupt technology company's inability to effectively install computer systems at local community colleges. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 7, 2017

How can colleges best use texting with students?

Colleges and universities can benefit from texting students and parents about campus notifications or events, according to new information from Mongoose Research.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 7, 2017

All hands on deck: In Dallas, full community approach enacted to boost student outcomes

From the local K-12 administrators to the community college district, a local four-year institution and local corporations, the whole region is investing in student success.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 7, 2017

Federal government adds part-time and transfer students to outcomes data

The Feds are also now adding data for Pell grant recipients — a move that could help smaller institutions with missions to serve greater numbers of these students, but it could bode poorly for more prestigious schools.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 7, 2017

Survey highlights student-faculty divide on classroom tech

Conflicting views showcase how some technology investments may not be the right ones for both students and faculty. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 6, 2017

Survey Finds Half of College Students Worry about Withdrawal

What happens to family college savings plans when students don’t finish within four years? And what if they have to leave school in the middle of a semester? Nearly half (48 percent) of college students lack full confidence that they will finish school on time and more than half (55 perc...

Nov. 6, 2017

Surveys on campus climate at public universities reveal varying experiences

A majority of students at both the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor campus and the University of Wisconsin-Madison feel positive about their campus. However, underrepresented minorities and women report concerns. 

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 6, 2017

Tech for ELL students can bridge content and digital learning gaps

English language learners are comprising a larger percentage of the country's student population, and a new white paper has ideas for how to help them succeed.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 6, 2017

Tax bill would penalize institutions with endowments greater than $100K per full-time enrollee

Around $300,000 per FTE is considered good financial health, potentially putting the proposed ceiling at odds with legislation.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 6, 2017

First-gen retention, curriculum and partnerships: The week’s most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest from this year's Educause conference and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 3, 2017

Georgetown graduate employees seek out a union

Georgetown's graduate assistants say the school should adhere to it's "just employment policy." 

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 3, 2017

Tax bill puts benefits for colleges, students on chopping block

Tax breaks which have favored philanthropists are on the line, threatening donations to higher ed. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 3, 2017

People of Higher Ed: Stony Brook University Chief Diversity Officer Lee Bitsóí

Bitsóí believes "cultural competency, humility and respect are important components of cultural dexterity, and our students need to learn about this as we prepare them to become leaders in our society."

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 3, 2017

Thursday at Educause 2017: Top IT issues and diversifying the campus tech workforce

The second day of the higher ed IT gathering saw a preview of Educause's 2018 Top 10 IT Issues as well as new Campus Computing Project survey results.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 2, 2017

Report: 87% of students prefer tech-savvy schools

Many say their institutions are not keeping pace with other businesses and organizations.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 2, 2017

Wednesday at Educause 2017: Michio Kaku, ECAR survey results and rethinking higher ed IT

Get caught up on some of the key sessions and vendor news to come out of higher ed's premier annual IT gathering thus far.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 1, 2017

10 Twitter accounts every higher ed leader should follow

We've got a list of innovators, thought-leaders, and higher education professionals that will help others in the industry stay ahead in the game. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 1, 2017

University of Tennessee system decides against outsourcing facilities management

Gov. Bill Haslam had proposed the idea two years ago as a cost-saving measure, but faculty and staff contended that it could lead to unseen expenses and would weaken campus programs.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 1, 2017

Majority of institutions have changed organizational practices for student success, survey finds

But while most are focusing on outcomes, a smaller percentage is investing in analytical tools to measure them. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 1, 2017

Ed Tech: What higher ed administrators need to know

Heading into the first day of Educause, a round-up of top stories from our recent spotlight on ed tech.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 1, 2017

UT System embraces collaborative model to move institutions forward

Through weekly video conference calls, Chancellor Bill McRaven is fostering an environment of collaboration to solve common problems across the system.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 31, 2017

Survey: more faculty gradually warm to online courses

Faculty are beginning to feel more optimistic about the use of online learning, particularly in regards to learning outcomes, according to a new survey conducted by Inside Higher Ed.

By Pat Donachie • Oct. 31, 2017

Journey of an access code: Faculty perspective

Given the widespread conversations regarding the value and accessibility of digital education, it’s clear that technology has a role in the college classroom, but how exactly are faculty using digital learning platforms and incorporating them into their teaching?

Oct. 31, 2017