Regional Public Universities (RPUs) face an identity crisis. Focus shifts from rigorous liberal arts to metrics, skills, and 'student success,' marginalizing soul-crafting and humanistic learning. A call to re-evaluate the core academic product.
US colleges face increasing scrutiny over Section 117 compliance for foreign funding disclosures. Trump & Biden administrations' approaches, potential penalties, and reporting challenges are examined. Stricter rules are coming.
US Department of Education forms INCREASE & AHEAD committees for federal student loan policy changes, including payment plans, Pell Grant revisions, and institutional accountability. Rule-making follows negotiated regulation.
AI's impact on academia raises concerns about academic freedom and faculty rights. AAUP report highlights institutional concerns and the need for active faculty involvement in the integration of AI in education.
Higher ed procurement evolves to shape student experience and align with values like diversity & sustainability. Streamlining processes & tech access boosts student satisfaction and institutional success. Procurement's impact on campus life.
Hamilton University launches 'Failing Better' campaign to boost student resilience and address Gen Z anxieties amidst AI advancements and COVID-19 impacts, promoting a culture of learning from failures.
Automate data purging to remove obsolete information based on set guidelines and legal requirements. Address data silos, evaluate data quality, and assess curriculum relevance. Improve data management and reduce storage costs.
College leaders, like ultrarunners, need flexible preparation: plan meticulously but pivot when necessary. Embrace collaboration, innovation, and adapt to challenges for institutional sustainability and student success.
The Energy Department's policy changes may impact Title IX protections in universities, circumventing typical education policy procedures and potentially affecting diversity and inclusion. Trump era.
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.
