Northwestern University resolves funding freeze by paying $75M and enacting policy changes. It avoids legal fight, restoring vital research dollars. The settlement addresses antisemitism and discrimination.
A Cleveland Fed evaluation reveals a shrinking job-finding rate gap between university and high school graduates. Recent data indicates a challenging labor market for young graduates with degrees, signalling potentially diminished returns on investment.
Colleges are shifting away from explicit diversity prompts in admissions essays, but still seek to understand applicants' backgrounds and fit. New essay topics include conflict resolution and AI.
The State Department's Diplomacy Laboratory program faces a shakeup due to the Trump administration's stance against DEI. 38 institutions may lose funding over DEI hiring practices. Impact on universities & research.
Indiana introduces college graduation quotas, leading to program cuts and faculty concerns. Master's programs are most affected. SUSF reviews underperforming programs, causing confusion and chaos.
Procurement agility enhances institutional strength by rerouting spending, ensuring compliance, and boosting transparency. Technology options and streamlined systems are key for building resilience and adapting to change.
Student voter outreach faces challenges due to restrictive laws and political apprehension, especially among LGBTQ+ and international students. Organizations adapt by supporting DEI and using microtargeting to ensure civic engagement.
Multiple universities, including UT Austin and UVA, face scrutiny for delayed or denied release of public documents, raising transparency concerns and legal questions about compliance with open records laws.
FAU professors faced scrutiny over social media posts. A First Amendment dispute arose after comments on a conservative activist, leading to review & debate about academic freedom vs. professional conduct.
Sonoma State University appoints Michael Spagna as president amidst enrollment decline and financial turnaround efforts. Focus on boosting registration, reversing budget cuts, and introducing new programs.
Lawmakers oppose selling federal student loans to private entities, citing risks to borrower protections and potential losses for taxpayers. Focus on income-driven repayment and loan forgiveness programs.
The Trump administration froze funding to UCLA and other universities over pro-Palestinian protests and DEI policies. A court challenged the move as unconstitutional, citing ideological pressure.
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.
IT leaders discuss modern service management platforms with AI for automation in higher education. Key is scalability, vendor selection, and aligning technology with institutional culture. 70% resolution time minimized.
The Trump administration's new PSLF rule, restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness based on employers' activities, faces legal challenges over alleged executive overreach and ideological bias. Critics cite potential harm to nonprofits and public service workers.
