How USC got right what most others got wrong on election 2016 polling

Technology and a steady approach to polling questions positioned the 'Daybreak' poll for surprising success.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

For-profit stocks make a comeback following Trump victory

Schools once in the cross hairs under the Obama Administration are gaining ground on Wall Street.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

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Emerging Technology

As higher ed deals with enrollment declines and other challenges, colleges need to consider how increased and changing use of technology affects students and campus finances. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

In higher ed leadership turnover, data show it's all about the money

New studies reveals that the increasing turnover among the college presidency is largely based on economic recession, pressure to quickly reverse trends of higher ed industrial struggles.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

College leaders identify the top IT challenges

Educause revealed the top technology challenges facing campuses.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

Accreditors faces allegations of conflicted interest

A majority of accreditation officials hold employment with member institutions, presenting potential areas of double loyalty.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

As pressure mounts against small liberal arts schools, leaders make their case

Presidents convene to make lobby for their brand of niche education and plan for the future. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

Texas to pilot accelerated college prep program

Students in a local secondary district will have access to accelerated courses and resources to help prepare for college level curriculum and time demands.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016

AAUP warns Trump is national threat to academic freedom

One of the nation's largest associations of college professors warn against the impact of a Donald Trump presidency in collegiate spaces.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016

Is Snapchat the future of the virtual college tour?

Schools of varying mission, size and niche are part of a movement using the popular app to promote campus awareness-building among students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016

Which states are winning the battle for out-of-state student enrollment?

California is among the nation's biggest losers when it comes to students seeking to attend institutions beyond its borders.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016

IT investment in research could be billion-dollar enterprise for colleges

New studies suggest that boosting IT infrastructure for college research efforts could increase revenues from state and federal contracts.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016

Election 2016: A teachable moment for postsecondary education

In an op-ed for Education Dive, the authors pose the need for introspection for the higher education community following the selection of Donald J. Trump as president.

By John C. Cavanaugh and Christine K. Cavanaugh • Nov. 10, 2016

State referenda could change higher ed's face, too

While the country is talking about what a President Trump means for the future of the nation, voters in 10 states Tuesday decided on measures that might change the face of higher ed in their states.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 9, 2016

Swing state campuses show full force of election impact

Students used social media, mobilization efforts to gain record numbers in voter engagement.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016

College-based polls lament end of election season

Universities that kept the nation's political pulse bid farewell to a historic election season.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016

Dayton showcases best practices in leadership transition

Why an engaged board of trustees and a transition plan are the biggest keys to turnover in the highest office.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016

Cornell faculty searching for reduction in administrative red tape

A new committee is analyzing and identifying ways to limit the growing impact of "shadow work" on administrators.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016

What will Trump's election mean for college endowments?

Global markets tumbled in the early hours of election results; what does it mean for colleges and universities?

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016

UCLA launches digital career center for alumni, extension students

The innovative digital program will bring the career center straight to stakeholders already immersed in job searches or seeking career advancement. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016

ICYMI: Higher ed hopes President Trump can help restore the industry

Now that the election is over, there is much work to be done to secure the future of the business model.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 9, 2016

Baylor supporters look to revamp university's board of regents

Stakeholders say an overhaul of decision-makers and policies is necessary to help the school regain trust on its approach to sexual assault. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 8, 2016

Could higher ed suffer from the rise of 'fake news'?

A jury yesterday awarded $3M in damages to a former UVA administrator defamed by Rolling Stone's coverage of an alleged gang rape on campus. Could a decline in the journalism industry harm other institutions?

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 8, 2016

A coding academy without teachers opens for business in the US

A new completely virtual French-based institution is rapidly attracting interest from students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 8, 2016

Arkansas looks to increase higher ed spending for first time in 20 years

A blog from the American Association of State Colleges and Universities highlights some of the best and worst of state budget projections for higher education in FY18.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 8, 2016

On faculty governance, compensation, access not much has changed in 50 years

The Chronicle of Higher Education looked back at the last 50 years and found the more things change, the more they remain the same in the academy. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 7, 2016