Colleges must treat licensing as a brand strategy, not a passive income stream, to navigate supply chain challenges and maintain brand durability, reputation and revenue. Licensing impacts enrollment and community participation.
Employers like eBay & Disney are matching 401(k) contributions for employees' student loan payments, thanks to SECURE 2.0. A valuable benefit to attract & retain talent and reduce debt burden.
Cornell's 'Save Your Seat' financial aid initiative offers scholarships and early enrollment. Is it a genuine effort to increase accessibility or a marketing ploy? The plan links offers to early deadlines raising ethical concerns.
George Mason University is under investigation by the Education Department for alleged illegal DEI policies, sparking concerns about race-based programs and potential discrimination. The investigation follows similar issues at the College of Virginia.
U of All People is restructuring the underperforming SSSH, merging departments and streamlining academic management with new programs and a triune of administrators. Faculty restructuring is also suggested.
US universities face scrutiny over China Scholarship Council ties. Republican Rep. John Moolenaar raises concerns about technology transfer and military applications. Universities reassess engagement.
Six university systems are creating CPHE, a new accreditor, driven by Florida & North Carolina legislation mandating accreditation shifts. Aims for Education Department recognition by 2028. Focus on student outcomes.
US Education Bill: Passed with slim margins, it cuts student aid, limits loans, and introduces tax changes impacting colleges and students' access to education. Affects future students and borrowers.
Boost team writing with vital conversations! Align expectations, discuss AI use, and clarify roles to avoid conflicts and enhance collaboration for successful project outcomes. Focus on process, not just the final product.
Research shows AI use in essay writing may decrease cognitive engagement. Like robot vacuuming, outsourcing tasks to AI can save time, but understanding AI's impact on learning is crucial for education.
Brown University faces financial difficulties due to federal funding cuts, rising costs, and policy changes. Measures include staff reductions and austerity. Impacted by Trump administration policies.
Columbia's acting president Claire Shipman apologized for messages minimizing antisemitism on campus after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack, following criticism from a House committee. Jewish students feel betrayed.
Tuition discounting rises. Judge overrules research cost limits. New accrediting agency formed. Colleges face deficits, faculty cuts amid funding shifts and accreditation concerns.
Colleges adapt to revenue sharing, impacting football, basketball, and women's sports. Legal battles and financial strategies shape the future of college athletics and athlete compensation. Congress interference is a concern.
DOGE's takeover of Grants.gov caused delays in funding announcements, including support for Holocaust survivors. Controls are shifting post-Elon Musk, impacting government grant procedures and fraud prevention.
Stanford University faces budget cuts and potential layoffs due to federal funding changes. Endowment tax and research funding reductions pose significant challenges to maintaining education and research quality.
New restrictions on federal graduate loans may impact university funding and instructional equity. Caps could limit access for low-income students and worsen healthcare shortages. Unlimited loans also raise concerns about debt and degree value.
