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    Penn Rejects Trump’s Higher Education Compact

    Penn Rejects Trump’s Higher Education Compact

    University of Pennsylvania rejects Trump's higher education compact, citing concerns over restrictions on academic freedom and speech. The agreement involved research funding in exchange for policy changes.


    Reverse Transfer: Earning Associate Degrees After Stopping Out

    Reverse Transfer: Earning Associate Degrees After Stopping Out

    Reverse transfer programs award associate degrees to students with some college credit but no degree. States are adopting these programs to boost completion rates and workforce readiness, benefiting both students and institutions.


    Elon & Queens Merger: Faculty Seeks Input on University Combination

    Elon & Queens Merger: Faculty Seeks Input on University Combination

    Elon University faculty seeks greater input as it merges with Queens College. Professors express concerns over lack of involvement in planning. Merger aims to create new programs addressing workforce demands.


    University Compact Controversy: Government Overreach?

    University Compact Controversy: Government Overreach?

    Universities resist White House compact, citing government overreach and threats to academic freedom. Funding at stake, with growing opposition from institutions and faculty.


    AI in Education: Synergetic University & Future Learning

    AI in Education: Synergetic University & Future Learning

    AI transforms higher education. Synergetic universities with AI robots enhance learning, personalized tutoring, and student services. Prepare for agentic AI and a 24/7 AI tutor for every student.


    AI in Education: Transforming Learning & Campus Operations

    AI in Education: Transforming Learning & Campus Operations

    AI is revolutionizing higher education, enhancing learning, mental health support, security, and data management. Universities are proactively addressing AI ethics and implementation for student success and institutional resilience.


    Prison Education: Challenges, Benefits, and Peer Support

    Prison Education: Challenges, Benefits, and Peer Support

    College programs in prisons boost academic achievement and job chances. Challenges include resource access, mental health needs, and tech limitations. Peer tutoring and institutional support are vital.


    University Budget Cuts: Funding Uncertainty and Cost-Cutting Measures

    University Budget Cuts: Funding Uncertainty and Cost-Cutting Measures

    Universities face budget cuts due to funding uncertainty, tax increases, and enrollment drops. Measures include layoffs, program optimization, and real estate monetization. Federal funding impact is significant.


    Equity in Education: Supporting Underrepresented Students

    Equity in Education: Supporting Underrepresented Students

    Universities must prioritize equity for first-generation & low-income students using socioeconomic & geographic factors. Overcoming barriers ensures diverse classrooms & strengthens communities.


    Kean & NJCU Merger: University Consolidation in New Jersey

    Kean & NJCU Merger: University Consolidation in New Jersey

    Kean University and New Jersey City University (NJCU) are merging, pending authorization. Kean will assume NJCU's assets and responsibilities, including student credits and financial aid. Merger aims to secure NJCU's future.


    NC College Access: Direct Admissions Boost Enrollment

    NC College Access: Direct Admissions Boost Enrollment

    North Carolina's direct admissions program (NC College Connect) simplifies college applications, boosting enrollment for diverse students and increasing access to higher education within the UNC System.


    Top Higher Education Conferences 2026: Trends & Challenges

    Top Higher Education Conferences 2026: Trends & Challenges

    Explore top higher education conferences in 2026 addressing challenges like policy shifts, funding, enrollment, and public perception. Focus on innovation, leadership, and student success.


    University Presidents: Departures, Appointments & Transitions

    University Presidents: Departures, Appointments & Transitions

    Recent university president changes: resignations (Texas A&M), appointments (New Jersey City), retirements (Westminster), and controversies impacting leadership across institutions. Includes leadership transitions.


    First-Generation College Students: Challenges & Success

    First-Generation College Students: Challenges & Success

    Report reveals first-generation students face hurdles in college completion despite academic preparedness & financial aid. Completion rates vary based on university spending. Barriers beyond finances impact success.


    Tenure Under Attack: Academic Freedom and Social Media

    Tenure Under Attack: Academic Freedom and Social Media

    Tenure faces increasing attacks, particularly regarding social media speech and academic freedom. Debate on its impact and job security value are discussed, highlighting the erosion of tenure protections.


    Confidence in Higher Education Rises in US: Survey

    Confidence in Higher Education Rises in US: Survey

    A recent survey shows increased American confidence in higher education, exceeding trust in police and big tech. Cost and political bias are major concerns, but most see college as crucial for success.


    Precourse Meetings: Engaging Students & Course Selection

    Precourse Meetings: Engaging Students & Course Selection

    Precourse meetings allow students to sample courses & connect with faculty, fostering informed choices beyond rote memorization. Interaction resists easy forecast and helps students choose course.