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The year’s biggest higher ed stories — so far
These topics have resonated most with our readers so far in 2022.
By Higher Ed Dive Staff • Dec. 5, 2022 -
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Q&AWhat it’s like to be a university’s first woman and first lay president — and then do it again
Colleges risk losing sight of missions that aren't widely owned, says Tania Tetlow, who started at Fordham in July after four years at Loyola New Orleans.
By Rick Seltzer • Dec. 2, 2022 -
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Michigan State trustee resigns over transparency, Title IX concerns
Pat O'Keefe called for information about the firing of a former business dean and the selection of the university's interim president.
By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 1, 2022 -
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Stanford University investigates its president over research misconduct accusations
A major academic journal is also reviewing one paper President Marc Tessier-Lavigne helped author.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 30, 2022 -
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Ohio State President Kristina Johnson plans to leave after less than 3 years
The flagship did not comment directly on reports that staff raised concerns about the president or say why she is leaving. It said she is proud of her record.
By Rick Seltzer • Nov. 29, 2022 -
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OpinionBen Sasse hit the jackpot with his University of Florida contract
A five-year contract's $10 million value isn't even the most unusual benefit the Nebraska senator will receive when he changes jobs, two experts find.
By Judith Wilde and James Finkelstein • Nov. 28, 2022 -
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Research shows deep class and wealth divisions between faculty and broader society. Can colleges change that?
Amid worries that faculty backgrounds limit what gets taught and researched, some critics say upper-class faculty are a feature of the system, not a bug.
By James Anderson • Nov. 28, 2022 -
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How to use a closed college campus? Marylhurst’s answer: Affordable, efficient housing.
The site of the former Marylhurst University, in Oregon, will be home to a building with 100 affordable apartment units.
By Rick Seltzer • Nov. 22, 2022 -
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Stanford, Michigan, Duke, Northwestern law schools join wave swearing off U.S. News rankings
Nine of the top 15 law schools have now said they won't submit data, even though U.S. News has promised to keep ranking all accredited law schools.
By Rick Seltzer • Nov. 21, 2022 -
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More law schools reject U.S. News list, but publication pledges to keep ranking ‘regardless of whether schools agree’
Berkeley, Columbia and Georgetown law schools joined a roster of institutions rejecting the rankings that started Wednesday with Yale and Harvard.
By Rick Seltzer • Nov. 18, 2022 -
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Poor flexible work designs may drive turnover
Employers are struggling to ensure flexible work policies are applied equitably across organizations, a Unit4 survey said.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 18, 2022 -
How library collections can help colleges diversify
Academic libraries can lead institution-wide DEI goals through material acquisition and improved accessibility, according to a new report.
By Laura Spitalniak • Nov. 16, 2022 -
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48,000 University of California academic workers go on strike
Graduate students, teaching assistants and postdocs are demanding better pay and benefits in what they call the largest strike ever at an academic institution.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 14, 2022 -
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Opinion // Merger WatchMergers in higher education are global. Here are lessons for US colleges.
A university's size matters — mergers can boost competitiveness and student value, although they require the unwavering support of institutional leaders.
By Ricardo Azziz • Nov. 14, 2022 -
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How higher ed can engage veterans — from a university president who is a veteran
Identify how veterans differ from traditional students and support them accordingly, says the president of the University of Montana.
By Laura Spitalniak • Nov. 11, 2022 -
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US Sen. Ben Sasse wins final OK to become next University of Florida president
The state system governing body confirmed the Nebraska Republican despite student and faculty objections over his legislative record.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 9, 2022 -
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College presidential searches still favor White candidates, report says
Different search firm practices, hiring processes and job descriptions can change an exclusionary status quo, says the College Futures Foundation.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 8, 2022 -
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Deep DiveWomen’s colleges are going co-ed to survive. Does it threaten their missions?
The number of women's colleges has dwindled, raising questions about the best way to adapt to a changing enrollment and social climate.
By Lilah Burke • Nov. 7, 2022 -
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OpinionIt takes all of us — college presidents, faculty and students — to cultivate a culture of free speech on campus
Two college students lay out steps to make campuses a place to stretch minds and encourage freedom of expression without fear of reprisal.
By Megan Bahr and Cheyanne Rider • Nov. 7, 2022 -
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How the ‘modern registrar’ influences campus affairs
Student engagement and enrollment management are key job elements, finds American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers polling.
By Rick Seltzer • Nov. 3, 2022 -
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Years after their stormy departures, former UNC system heads return to review its governance
North Carolina’s governor named Margaret Spellings and Tom Ross to a group that will probe system boards amid accusations of political meddling.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 2, 2022 -
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University of Florida board advances Sen. Ben Sasse’s bid to be institution’s next president
The Nebraska Republican faces an uphill battle winning over the public flagship campus after students protested his selection.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 1, 2022 -
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University of Florida faculty senate votes no confidence in presidential selection process that landed Sen. Ben Sasse
Sasse, a Republican and sole finalist, had been greeted with student protesters and complaints of his record as a legislator.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 28, 2022 -
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University of Minnesota board’s vice chair gives up leadership role after suggesting campus is ‘too diverse’
Steve Sviggum drew backlash by questioning the makeup of the system’s Morris campus at a board meeting earlier this month.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 26, 2022 -
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Opinion5 things colleges can do to help save the planet from climate change
A strategy consultant explores ways colleges can improve sustainability.
By Anthony Knerr • Oct. 24, 2022
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