Student Dropout Factors: Confidence, Finances, and Connections
Report reveals student dropout reasons: lack of confidence, financial issues, weak campus connections, and institutional obstacles. Universities can intervene to boost retention.
UVA Board Turmoil: Appointments, Presidential Search, and Controversy
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 Billion-Dollar University Donations
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: AI in Education via ‘Burro Conversation’
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.
College Compact Rejection: Academic Excellence Debate
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.
Financial Burdens, Taxes, and Generational Shifts: Understanding Modern Challenges
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.
Scott’s Donations: HBCU Funding Boost & Impact
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.
Skills Gap & AI Impact: Job Market Challenges for Graduates
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 Closing: Financial Struggles & Teach-Out
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.
IT Collaboration: Cloud & AI Forums Drive Innovation
Universities collaborate in Cloud and AI Forums, sharing data, co-designing solutions, and accelerating innovation with industry partners, impacting higher education significantly.
University Leadership Changes: Knoxville, Utah State, and More
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.
Humanities in Crisis: Navigating a Turning Point
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.
Open Inquiry: Fostering Intellectual Curiosity & Discourse
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 Protests: Rise Up Movement & Education Policy
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 Conference: IT, Technology & Higher Education
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.
PSLF Program: Trump-Era Rule Changes & Legal Challenges
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 Service Management: AI, Automation, and Higher Education
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.