Morehouse faculty vote no confidence in board chair

They say they hope the vote will express their frustrations and get the attention of the board.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 30, 2017

Internet privacy repeal headed to Oval Office

Internet service providers will be able to track browsing and app habits and sell the data to advertisers, much as sites like Facebook and Google already do.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 30, 2017

Should colleges draw instructors from a pool like unions?

A proposal for schools in the same area to draw adjuncts from a single source has received some attention, but also some pushback and concerns.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 29, 2017

More data tools could mean a more involved e-discovery process for schools

The growth of Internet of Things-connected devices and other online tools has complicated the process of e-discovery, where lawyers can request electronic information pertaining to legal challenges.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 29, 2017

States increasingly moving to address higher ed affordability

The NASFAA notes that almost every state governor has highlighted the importance of higher ed and state funding in "State of State" addresses this year. 

By Roger Riddell • March 29, 2017

Trump administration aims to boost female involvement in STEM

Rhetoric does not line up with funding priorities, however.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 29, 2017

Hollins President Nancy Gray: Women's colleges 'more important than ever'

As she looks ahead to retirement, Gray reflects on her career in higher ed and the impact of single-sex education.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2017

3-D maker labs should focus on problem solving, not complex design challenges

One university director believes that 3-D printing labs should inspire students to collaborate and solve problems, not necessarily focus on making complex creations.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 28, 2017

University app helps students build life skills to thrive

A new app created by UT-Austin is helping students navigate their college experience by focusing on building mindfulness and well-being skills, such as gratitude and community involvement.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 28, 2017

Is higher education contributing to growing inequity in society?

Some challenge the often-held idea that higher ed is the great equalizer for social mobility.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2017

Free tuition plans won't help most vulnerable students

Critics of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's free tuition proposal contend it will only help middle-class students who were already college-bound.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2017

'Mall of America of colleges' provides one-stop shop for local ed needs

A model of innovation at Lone Star College-University Park serves the needs of the entire community and boosts the institution's value proposition.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2017

New phishing scam targets ed in search of W-2 forms

A phishing scam requesting W-2 forms from spoofed admin email addresses is on the rise.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 28, 2017

Race fight comes to historically black campuses

Growing divisions between black and non-black faculty at Kentucky State University and Lincoln University of Missouri are providing challenges for administrators.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 27, 2017

In Wisconsin, stakeholder support leads to budget results

The legislature has pledged $100M to the state's public institutions, after a public engagement strategy led to increased advocacy in Madison.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 27, 2017

Report predicts AI spike in education

A new report sees artificial intelligence on a possible upswing in higher ed, based on spending patterns for software and other services.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 27, 2017

Does higher ed have a data inflation problem in recruitment?

Institutions often inflate figures relating to graduation rates and tuition and living costs, which ends up misleading students.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 27, 2017

Academic libraries evolving amid big tech shifts

The libraries will need to contend with new shifts in the way patrons and scholars consume content and use libraries as a whole, according to a new report.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 27, 2017

University officials re-thinking the campus library

Arizona State University is preparing for a two-year, “well more than $100M” renovation to accommodate the needs of remote learners.

By Corinne Z. Lyons • March 27, 2017

Data creates new mapping opportunities for campuses

By overlaying online maps with data like construction zones, accessibility areas and more some institutions are taking interactive mapping to a whole new level.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 24, 2017

State governors offer high praises and few investments in higher education

Economic and workforce development is the top gubernatorial priority for higher education across the country.

By Pat Donachie • March 24, 2017

Could blockchain tech make the registrar's office obsolete?

The technology could make it simpler for students to access and own their transcripts and other credentials.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 24, 2017

Designing the 21st century campus

Reconsidering the look of classrooms and workspaces allows instructors to apply innovative educational approaches in communal spaces intended to stand apart from the traditional university model.

By Pat Donachie • March 24, 2017

'Howard U West' will bring HU students to Google's headquarters

A new partnership will establish a satellite campus at the tech giant’s headquarters to provide students an opportunity to absorb industry and company culture while receiving their computer science instruction.

By Pat Donachie • March 24, 2017

APLU Pres: Legislators must correct financial disincentive to educate low-income students

The costs associated with Pell-eligible enrollees is much higher than those who do not qualify for the federal aid, says Association of Public and Land-grant Universities President Peter McPherson. 

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 23, 2017