UMUC cloud move breeds reduced costs, improved performance

Officials at the nation's largest public online institution recommend using SaaS for ease of use and fewer demands for faculty training, and getting buy-in from academic leadership.

By Jarrett Carter • July 28, 2016

UC-Davis law dean shares tips on building faculty diversity

Kevin Johnson shares insights on cultivating racial and gender diversity in a historically homogenous field of study.

By Jarrett Carter • July 28, 2016

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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

Adrian College president: Schools outside Ivy League drive social mobility

Ultimately, all schools seeking to receive federal funds are expected to increase metrics of success.

By Jarrett Carter • July 27, 2016

Post-graduate analytics newest metric in overcrowded rankings field

A new online college review tool that evaluates desired social, economic outcomes after graduation could provide an additional barrier to recruitment.

By Jarrett Carter • July 27, 2016

For-profit blames accreditor scrutiny ripple effect for closure

Pennsylvania's Cambria-Rowe Business College cites the federal government's pursuit of expulsion for its monitoring agency as the primary reason for its impending closure. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 27, 2016

How Colorado Tech grew adaptive learning beyond 100 courses in 3 years

The provost makes the case that adaptive courses help to increase confidence and produce higher student engagement.

By Jarrett Carter • July 27, 2016

Institutions face balancing act when weighing construction projects

As campuses race to build facilities to attract students, these projects may become a larger part of the student debt conversation.

By Jarrett Carter • July 27, 2016

Outreach to young alumni key to fundraising success

North Carolina Central University surpassed a multimillion-dollar fundraising goal, thanks in part to targeted donor engagement strategies with recent graduates.

By Jarrett Carter • July 26, 2016

California community colleges get $5M to boost OER access

The model follows open-source textbook pilots initiated in other states, which have saved students millions in secondary college costs.

By Jarrett Carter • July 26, 2016

Student bandwidth demands create cost, access concern for campuses

Increased use of streaming services can take a toll on campus networks. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 26, 2016

Labor contract offer divides CUNY faculty union

Adjunct professors say a new deal doesn't come close to creating equitable pay for the largest portion of the school's teaching body.

By Jarrett Carter • July 26, 2016

Survey reveals study abroad trends of international students

The Global Citizen Index provides insight into degree preferences and affordability metrics for international students from China, India and South Korea.

By Jarrett Carter • July 26, 2016

513 schools on Ed Dept financial watchlist

Late or missing audits, questionable management of federal financial aid data and general concerns about fiscal stewardship are all reasons an institution might make the list.

By Autumn A. Arnett • July 25, 2016

Ed Dept seeks stricter rules for online degree programs

A new proposal looks to establish national authorization and disclosure standards for colleges offering degree access beyond their home states.

By Jarrett Carter • July 25, 2016

Study: Increased student engagement reduces likelihood of cheating

The construct of learning experiences and material could make the difference in student integrity in distance learning, according to research from UC Riverside.

By Jarrett Carter • July 25, 2016

UMass Amherst partnership to yield $6M in energy savings

The initiative will bring solar panels to campus, while establishing learning access and lab opportunities for students. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 25, 2016

Clinton VP pick cited for strong record on higher ed

The Democratic candidate has emphasized funding and advocacy. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 25, 2016

Why tech industries are demanding more liberal arts graduates

While money and policy are lending support to STEM programs at colleges and universities nationwide, liberal arts programs remain at the center of leadership development and communication skills necessary in leading all industries. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 22, 2016

Productivity and industry standards dictate college presidents earnings

Analysis of presidential compensation invites questions about how colleges manage money.

By Jarrett Carter • July 22, 2016

Cal State moves downtown with satellite location

The university seeks exposure to professional, business networks with latest addition to California's growing network of satellite campus placements.

By Jarrett Carter • July 22, 2016

$1T debt marker puts pressure on institutions to ramp up affordability

The US Department of Education outlined its efforts to control costs and increase college completion, in light of the White House's new state of student debt report.

By Jarrett Carter • July 22, 2016

Higher ed leaders discuss industry challenges

Administrators shared insights on key elements of higher ed management during the annual National Association of College Business Officers conference in Montreal.

By Jarrett Carter • July 22, 2016

UNC System cuts funding, caps tuition

The dual hit to system funding may promote affordability for students, but the long-term effects could be harmful for student, academic service provision.

By Jarrett Carter • July 22, 2016

NJ lawmakers consider tuition assistance for undocumented students

Legislators are considering new laws to make tuition aid available for undocumented students, but some wonder whether it would be enough to encourage students to enroll.

By Jarrett Carter • July 21, 2016

3 strategies to make the case for increased budget appropriations

The American Association of State Colleges and Universities says clear communication about the need for public support of higher education is the foundation for investment, faith from lawmakers.

By Jarrett Carter • July 21, 2016