A proposed NIH funding freeze threatened research grants and treatments, impacting universities nationwide. Concerns arose over budget cuts and the agency's future, despite reversals. Key funding and research at risk.
Brown University secures restoration of $510M in frozen research funds, agreeing to modifications including adopting specific definitions. No settlement paid. The agreement ensures Brown will continue to be the Brown.
A Virginia court voided Gov. Youngkin's university board appointments, siding with Senate Democrats who argued the actions violated the state Constitution. An appeal is expected. Academic freedom concerns are raised.
Proposed Medicaid cuts may negatively impact college students' health insurance, mental healthcare access, graduation rates, and academic success, potentially increasing debt and dropout rates. New work requirements add pressure.
Schools face rising cyberattacks, including ransomware, due to digitization and weak cybersecurity. Data breaches expose student and teacher info. Prevention includes insurance and multi-factor authentication.
Regional Public Universities (RPUs) face an identity crisis. Focus shifts from rigorous liberal arts to metrics, skills, and 'student success,' marginalizing soul-crafting and humanistic learning. A call to re-evaluate the core academic product.
US colleges face increasing scrutiny over Section 117 compliance for foreign funding disclosures. Trump & Biden administrations' approaches, potential penalties, and reporting challenges are examined. Stricter rules are coming.
US Department of Education forms INCREASE & AHEAD committees for federal student loan policy changes, including payment plans, Pell Grant revisions, and institutional accountability. Rule-making follows negotiated regulation.
AI's impact on academia raises concerns about academic freedom and faculty rights. AAUP report highlights institutional concerns and the need for active faculty involvement in the integration of AI in education.
Higher ed procurement evolves to shape student experience and align with values like diversity & sustainability. Streamlining processes & tech access boosts student satisfaction and institutional success. Procurement's impact on campus life.
Hamilton University launches 'Failing Better' campaign to boost student resilience and address Gen Z anxieties amidst AI advancements and COVID-19 impacts, promoting a culture of learning from failures.
Automate data purging to remove obsolete information based on set guidelines and legal requirements. Address data silos, evaluate data quality, and assess curriculum relevance. Improve data management and reduce storage costs.
