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  • Temple University: Budget Cuts & Financial Challenges

    Temple University: Budget Cuts & Financial Challenges

    Temple University faces a $60M structural deficit for 2026. Measures include minimizing settlement costs, addressing funding obstacles, and growing total registration to balance the budget.


    Gaza War: US University Response & Student Protests

    Gaza War: US University Response & Student Protests

    The Gaza war and US university reactions to pro-Palestinian protests are reshaping student engagement. A new film highlights the growing student movement and faculty support, especially after activist arrests.


    Academia Under Threat: Uncertainty & Student Support

    Academia Under Threat: Uncertainty & Student Support

    American academia faces uncertainty due to funding cuts and political pressures. Institutions focus on student support amidst instability and evolving regulations. International students are particularly vulnerable.


    College Cost Transparency: Making College Affordable

    College Cost Transparency: Making College Affordable

    Colleges are working to improve cost transparency with tools like the Immediate Net Cost Estimator to help families understand college affordability and overcome the perception of exorbitant tuition fees.


    Tulane Freeman Online MBA: Culture, Quality & Support

    Tulane Freeman Online MBA: Culture, Quality & Support

    Tulane Freeman's online MBA blends academic quality, flexibility & support with New Orleans culture. Program focuses on working professionals, offering unique career assistance and a connected community.


    Trustees, Presidents, and Higher Ed Governance: A Complex Relationship

    Trustees, Presidents, and Higher Ed Governance: A Complex Relationship

    Boards' fiduciary duties, presidential contracts, and oversight challenges in higher education. Conflicts, power dynamics, and the need for trustee training for better governance. A president's perspective.


    Student Attendance & Success: Professor Insights

    Student Attendance & Success: Professor Insights

    Professor Hartert's research reveals attendance strongly predicts student success. Studies highlight challenges: work, mental health, finances. Active learning & flexibility can boost engagement.


    ADA Title II Compliance: Web Accessibility for Higher Education

    ADA Title II Compliance: Web Accessibility for Higher Education

    ADA Title II mandates WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for public colleges' web content and apps. Key steps: assess digital spaces, update procurement, and address STEM challenges for accessible learning. Deadline: April 2026.


    Guilford College: Funding, Accreditation, and Future Plans

    Guilford College: Funding, Accreditation, and Future Plans

    Guilford College faces financial challenges, accreditation concerns, and declining enrollment. Fundraising campaigns and strategic initiatives aim to secure its future and maintain accreditation. Budget cuts are anticipated.


    High School Students: Preparedness & Post-Graduation Options

    High School Students: Preparedness & Post-Graduation Options

    Study reveals high school students feel unprepared for post-secondary education & rely on parents/teachers for guidance, who also lack awareness of available options. More resources are needed to bridge the gap.


    College Budget Cuts: Adapting to Enrollment Challenges

    College Budget Cuts: Adapting to Enrollment Challenges

    Colleges face budget cuts due to enrollment uncertainty & federal funding changes. Strategies include tuition adjustments, program prioritization, & clear communication to stakeholders for institutional advancement.


    Keystone College: Merger Saves Accreditation After Financial Struggles

    Keystone College: Merger Saves Accreditation After Financial Struggles

    Keystone College's merger with WIER secures its accreditation after facing financial difficulties and enrollment decline. The merger, approved by MSCHE, ensures the college's future under its existing name and mission.