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Racial tensions at core of new book about path to tenure
A new anthology of essays from faculty members about navigating the promotion process invites conversation on the burden of race in academe.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 20, 2016 -
Colleges turn to technology for counseling outreach
Can online chat and text services support the promotion and usage of campus mental health resources?
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 20, 2016 -
Trendline
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.
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Flipped classroom bootcamp graduates first class
A credentialing company celebrates its inaugural cohort of professors certified in the 21st century teaching model.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 20, 2016 -
Survey: Adult learners fear new wave of workplace tech
Students seeking continuing education for promotion say that technology, not replacement by younger employees, is a major driver for their academic goals.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 20, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Examining Obama's higher ed legacy
An emphasis on empowering the middle class translated to a zeroing in on accountability and access, with mixed results.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Bandwidth bedlam for CIOs as devices multiply
From smartphones and tablets to smartwatches and TVs, the number of devices and technological capabilities on campuses are creating more network demand than ever before.
By Roger Riddell , Naomi Eide • Oct. 19, 2016 -
For-profit colleges big spenders in federal lobbying
The embattled sector of higher education is a major player in federal elections with increasing spending power.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016 -
Could audits replace traditional accreditation standards?
Some observers say auditing program outcomes could be poised to replace accreditation as the metrics by which college performance is judged.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016 -
As economy rebounds, community college enrollment drops
More jobs could be the culprit for a decline in the number of students pursuing two-year degrees and credentialing nationwide.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016 -
Students call for greater tech infusion in the learning process
A new survey suggests students believe their performance and engagement with higher education fare better with technology at the center of teaching and learning.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016 -
UVA trust fund puts endowment strategy in the hands of donors
Stakeholders have built and managed a multimillion dollar fund in support of the university academic objectives.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016 -
What would happen to cities if colleges disappeared?
A profile of the civic role of colleges and universities, and how industry, culture and infrastructure would change if they disappeared.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 18, 2016 -
Is CBE the future of higher education? Study says too early to tell
An American Institutes for Research investigation reveals the effectiveness of an innovative learning model, but gives surprising results about outcomes after degree completion.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 18, 2016 -
Princeton reaches $18M settlement in property tax case
The Ivy League university closes a case on a lawsuit challenging the university's commitment to affordable housing in surrounding neighborhoods.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 18, 2016 -
U Wisconsin academic strategy includes millions spent on faculty retention
A profile on the millions of dollars spent by one of the nation's top research universities to keep faculty recruited by other institutions.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 18, 2016 -
New report ranks the 50 top-paying college majors
STEM majors again top a national list of degree programs yielding graduates top-dollar salaries after college.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 18, 2016 -
Deep Dive
What makes a college president?
Leading institutional and advocacy officials in higher education discuss the most important characteristics for a 21st century college president.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016 -
Opinion
Beyond the classroom: Reasons people seek doctoral degrees
Dr. Hinrich Eylers, executive dean, University of Phoenix School of Advanced Studies, draws on his experiences to provide some insight into motivations for enrollment.
By Dr. Hinrich Eylers • Oct. 17, 2016 -
Lawmakers cut pay bonuses for MD system chancellor
A controversial system chancellor shares thoughts on the changing dynamics of higher education, following lawmakers taking aim at his own salary and bonuses.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016 -
Safe space and triangles: How a course syllabus prompted a Title IX investigation
A professor is cleared of a potential Title IX violation following concerns about language in his syllabus. But questions about the sensitivity of the academic environment grow as a result.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016 -
Could 'finish in four years' emphasis harm higher education?
As the federal government focuses more on postgraduate outcomes, Missouri lays out a path for faster college completion.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016 -
Foundation launches $47M principal training initiative
The program underscores the opportunities for universities and school districts to depend upon each other for growth and productivity.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016 -
Minorities overwhelmingly enroll in for-profit schools
A new survey shows the overrepresentation of ethnic minorities in for-profit student enrollment over the last 10 years.
By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016 -
Dyslexia, for-profits and CIOs: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on the for-profit sector's woes, a fun look at why IT pros should choose higher ed over the private sector, and more here!
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 14, 2016 -
Study: Flagships remain mostly shut-off to minority students
A Center for American Progress study also reveals that these students are overrepresented in less-selective public four-year institutions and community colleges.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 14, 2016
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