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How can liberal arts colleges address waning confidence?
Officials at a number of elite colleges are addressing declines in liberal arts program enrollment by more aggressively pushing dual majors and integrated studies.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 22, 2017 -
How analytics can improve campus financial management
Analytics programs can do more than provide visual data on spending — they can also reveal manageable ways to reduce costs while maintaining quality service on campus.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 22, 2017 -
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Student Success
Explore how universities are working to boost student outcomes by integrating remedial education, providing mental health tools and making education more accessible.
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Social media has redefined college recruitment
College admissions officers are leveraging social media imprints to gather insight on potential students for targeted marketing and recruitment efforts.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Report: Mid-level public institutions excel at economic mobility for grads
While elite private schools tend to create the greatest opportunities for low-income students, mid-tier public institutions are doing more to eliminate wealth gaps nationwide.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 22, 2017 -
AmeriCorps joins list of potential budget cuts under Trump administration
The popular service organization, which gives thousands of college students postgraduate work experience, may be among the growing list of ed-related federal program casualties.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 21, 2017 -
Don't let preconceived notions about enrollment hold your campus back
A number of persistent falsehoods can slow some campuses in moving the needle from 'good' to 'great' when it comes to recruiting new students.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 21, 2017 -
University press humanities publishings on the decline
In-house production of humanities monographs is down over the last five years, a sign of changing trends in the business model of liberal arts education at large.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 21, 2017 -
Charting institutional response to a cyberattack
Campuses should coordinate across silos to respond to a breakdown in network infrastructure.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 21, 2017 -
How can institutions improve presidential transitions?
A new president can bring a time of renewed transparency and collaboration if the outgoing administrator is leaving on positive terms.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 21, 2017 -
ESSA, bathrooms and academic mythbusting: The week’s most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on efforts to affirm higher ed's value to the public and more here!
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Articulation agreements crucial to boosting bachelor's degrees
Building stronger relationships between two- and four-year schools boosts degree achievement rates for transfer students.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Could digital cadavers revolutionize med school administration?
Synthetic bodies may hold the key to reducing costs and improving outcomes for medical students nationwide.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Colleges embrace honesty to explain why campus buildings aren't being used
As the number of unused facilities on campuses continues to grow, school officials are becoming more proficient about explaining the vacancies to prospective students.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Ed Dept coding error could help for-profit deregulation
For-profit schools say widespread miscalculations in loan repayment rates are reason to question data-based policies that have led to sanction and closure for some institutions.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Report suggests best practices for STEM ed innovation
The Association of American Universities and the Research Corporation for Science Advancement showcases collaborative approaches and faculty growth strategies.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Elite colleges bet big on micro-degree programs
Some of the nation's top research institutions are hoping that mini-master's programs will boost enrollment through the promise of career advancement.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 16, 2017 -
How data analytics can bring out the best in a university
Understanding the usage and benefits of data analytics can help to improve outcomes beyond the classroom.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 16, 2017 -
Legislative pushback stops several colleges short on sanctuary campus efforts
Threats against federal and state funding make it difficult for institutions to take a pro-immigration stance on student admissions.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 16, 2017 -
What holds campuses back from tech development?
Obstacles in higher education leadership and structure still prohibit campuses from exploring possibilities in IT and technological advancement.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 16, 2017 -
Gender gap in administrative pay remains static
Women have gained ground in promotion to administrative positions in higher ed, but their compensation continues to lag.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 16, 2017 -
U of Chicago 'Mythbusters' project debunks academic performance assumptions
Researchers use data to dispel notions about the impact of test scores, attendance and work ethic on academic success in college.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Colleges shift focus to second-year student retention
Institutions are focusing resources for housing, finances and mentoring into second-year student groups, a historically underserved group in retention efforts.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Why Buzzfeed is the higher ed recruitment consultant extraordinaire
The news and pop culture website has emerged as a crucial partner for attracting potential students.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Changing user behavior key to preventing campus data breaches
Empowering higher ed users to become willing data security advocates is critical for IT integrity.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Video can work around the unexpected in higher ed
Natural disasters and policy changes can present obstacles, especially with international students, but video-based distance learning can help overcome disruptions.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 15, 2017
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