Notre Dame updates its personnel values, aiming to reinforce its Catholic mission. The university emphasizes its enduring commitment despite changes in wording, focusing on its global Catholic mission.
Report reveals student dropout reasons: lack of confidence, financial issues, weak campus connections, and institutional obstacles. Universities can intervene to boost retention.
UVA faces board turmoil with disputed appointments, a paused presidential search urged by Gov.-elect Spanberger, and questions over transparency and statutory compliance. Key concerns involve confidence loss and legal challenges.
MacKenzie Scott's university contributions exceeded $1 billion by 2023. Recent donations include $80M to Howard University and significant gifts to other HBCUs, supporting scholarships and research.
Colby College embraces AI in education through 'Burro Conversation,' a system offering access to diverse AI models. Faculty-led initiatives empower students with AI literacy and drive innovation across disciplines.
Several universities reject the 'Compact for Academic Excellence'. Concerns raised about academic freedom, tuition, and government funding. Only two colleges have shown intentions to sign.
Explores financial burdens, tax policies, and generational shifts impacting cities and individual finances. Considers historical context, the chicken tax, and the appeal of different economic systems.
MacKenzie Scott's donations significantly boosted HBCU funding, student enrollment, and retention. Her unrestricted gifts had a catalytic effect, exceeding Ivy League endowments in some instances.
Graduates face skills gap, AI impact, and tough job market. Employers rely on resumes, while few students/employers use AI in job search/recruiting. Class of 2025 submitted more applications, got fewer offers.
Trinity Christian College in Illinois will close in 2026 due to financial troubles and declining enrollment. The college has teach-out agreements for undergrad programs and is working on transfer options. Financial problems affect the university's cash holding.
Universities collaborate in Cloud and AI Forums, sharing data, co-designing solutions, and accelerating innovation with industry partners, impacting higher education significantly.
Multiple universities face leadership transitions. Knoxville seeks revival with a former leader. Utah State appoints a new president amidst controversy. Other institutions also announce new leaders or departures.
The humanities face a kρίσις, a turning point, amid declining support. Integrating liberal arts with STEM, adapting to evolving structures, and focusing on public enrichment are key to their survival and relevance.
Promoting intellectual curiosity and open discourse is crucial in education. Focus on HOW we engage in the classroom to enhance learning, rather than political predispositions. Encouraging active listening and questioning is key.
Student-led 'Rise Up' movement plans walkouts & strikes against Trump's education policies, citing attacks on academic freedom, DEI rollbacks, and research defunding. Protests in 50+ cities. Mass strike planned for May 1st, 2026.
EDUCAUSE 2025: Exploring IT, technology, and higher education challenges. Keynotes, panels, and the EDUCAUSE Commons offer networking and insights into resilient campuses and AI ethics.
Trump-era rule changes to the PSLF program face legal challenges over exclusions based on perceived political views and 'unlawful purposes.' Advocacy groups fight for borrowers and targeted organizations.
