Deep Dive: Page 11

Industry insights from our journalists


  • Leading Thoughts: We need to talk about sexual assault on campus (again)

    Michigan State University sports physician Larry Nassar will spend up to 175 years in prison, but for the university, the trial is far from over.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 26, 2018
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    8 global trends impacting higher ed

    Tightening immigration rules, increasing automation and rising college enrollment internationally are among the external forces U.S. colleges face.

    Shalina Chatlani • Jan. 24, 2018
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    Lessons in leadership

    Three administrators share their keys to success and institutional transformation.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 24, 2018
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    How colleges can 'de-risk' innovation

    Students and faculty are eager to innovate and start businesses — and they need the help that institutions are increasingly providing.

    Patti Zarling • Jan. 22, 2018
  • Institutional Innovation: How can higher ed leaders successfully innovate?

    In our inaugural column, we discuss what it means to innovate practically and positively. 

    Shalina Chatlani • Jan. 19, 2018
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    Cambridge K-12 standards enhancing students' college-readiness

    Why college administrators need to know about this international curriculum employed by 10,000 schools worldwide and a growing number in the U.S.

    Shalina Chatlani • Jan. 18, 2018
  • 5 higher ed leaders to watch in 2018 (and beyond)

    Strong financial savvy, fundraising prowess and a pronounced desire for students to succeed make these administrators stand out.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 16, 2018
  • Some colleges see online programs as a way to stay afloat

    The need to attract older, working students through flexible online programs is especially acute for smaller, rural schools.

    Patti Zarling • Jan. 14, 2018
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    Republicans may not pass an FY18 budget. Here's why

    As Democrats hold the line for a permanent solution to DACA, caps on discretionary funding bind the hands of legislators from both parties.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 11, 2018
  • Re-imagining institutional accountability

    Reducing success down to employment outcomes does students a disservice. So how can leaders better evaluate schools' effectiveness?

    Autumn A. Arnett, Pat Donachie and Jeremy House • Jan. 10, 2018
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    Please take this short survey to help us serve you better.

    Shalina Chatlani • Jan. 10, 2018
  • Travel bans and deportations threats: How a hostile political climate is impacting international faculty hiring, collaboration

    Top researchers have a choice of where they may want to work, and the rhetoric and public hostility toward individuals from other countries is turning some away from the U.S.

    Pat Donachie • Jan. 9, 2018
  • 3 years ago, President Obama first proposed making community college tuition free. Here's where we now stand.

    The proposals have more bipartisan support than many would think, with Republican plans largely emphasizing workforce development. 

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 8, 2018
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    People of Higher Ed: MassArt President David Nelson opens up about his love for music and experience as a first-generation student

    The school's 12th president talks about how his background informs his approach to the college presidency in this latest installment of our People of Higher Ed column.

    Pat Donachie • Jan. 5, 2018
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    Marshawn Lynch's 'Scientist' talks future of research and importance of strengthening the pipeline

    UNLV physics professor Michael Pravica talks about the role of science in upholding national security and the need for researchers to leave the ivory tower and find ways to be more relatable.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 3, 2018
  • 5 trends poised to shake up higher education in 2018

    Shifting business models, more global influence and new technology were on colleges' radars this year.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 3, 2018
  • What if the College Football Playoff was based on graduation rates?

    If graduation rates mattered, neither Georgia nor Alabama would have been eligible to play in last night's title game. 

    Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 1, 2018
  • Higher Education's Top Stories of 2017

    From Donald Trump to HBCUs, free community college and pedagogy, we look back at the year's top headlines.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 26, 2017
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    Leading Thoughts: Stop hiring administrators without a full search

    Kennesaw State University President Sam Olens is the latest to resign over his handling of student protests. But some question whether he was qualified to be president in the first place. 

    Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 22, 2017
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    Report examines Latino student success rates

    An Education Trust study of more than 600 public and private universities finds that students enrolled at Hispanic Serving Institutions graduate at higher rates.

    Pat Donachie • Dec. 22, 2017
  • Greater collaboration, college-ready students and unrestricted donations: Higher ed leaders share their 2018 wish lists

    We asked a handful of leaders what they want for their campuses — and the industry overall — in 2018. 

    Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 21, 2017
  • Should colleges ask for a slice of future wages to offset current enrollment costs?

    Lackawana College joins a growing number of institutions turning to income-share agreements to help students finance degrees.

    Patti Zarling • Dec. 19, 2017
  • Mental health is a growing challenge on campus, and people of color are most negatively affected

    Cuts to counselors and school psychologists at the K-12 level are sending students to college with untreated trauma — and the current political climate is exacerbating the issue.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 19, 2017
  • Will state funding to higher ed decrease again in 2018 and beyond?

    With the GOP tax bill all but final, higher ed advocates are speculating on how the trickle down effects to states could impact higher ed. 

    Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 19, 2017
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    How the GOP tax bill could affect higher education

    The bill passed the House and Senate Tuesday. Here's a cheat sheet for what it means for your industry and more.

    Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 18, 2017