Deep Dive: Page 12
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Partnership of the Year: Port Richmond Partnership Leadership Academy
Wagner College, a private, liberal arts institution that created the academy in collaboration with the New World Foundation’s Civic Opportunities Initiative Network in 2013, is now expanding opportunities to elementary and middle school students.
Linda Jacobson • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Innovation of the Year: Purdue-Kaplan deal
The news of Purdue University's plan to acquire online and for-profit Kaplan University shook up the higher ed industry when it was announced in April.
James Paterson • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Institution of the Year: University of South Florida
The University of South Florida is using big data and analytics to transform the culture of the institution, while also raising retention and graduation rates.
Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Elizabeth Regan
Disruption of the Year: Donald Trump's election
Following the turn of the administration in January, items like access and affordability and the fate of undocumented students topped the list of concerns for leaders in higher ed.
Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Missed Opportunity of the Year: Failure to reauthorize HEA
Members from both parties have indicated reauthorization is not a top priority, as healthcare and tax reform have monopolized most of the conversations in Washington.
Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 4, 2017 -
President of the Year: California Community Colleges Chancellor Eloy Oakley
An outspoken advocate for equitable education opportunities for all students, regardless of background, Oakley is our executive of the year.
Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 4, 2017 -
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Best Investment: Digital and Social Media
Schools are increasingly buying into the technology for branding and marketing purposes.
Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Obsession of the year: Focus on adult learners
College leaders are now rushing to figure out how to meet the needs of these students, who require much more flexibility in their schedules.
Shalina Chatlani • Dec. 4, 2017 -
The Higher Education Dive Awards for 2017
The awards for Higher Education recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These leaders, institutions and trends are transforming the industry and shaping the future.
Autumn A. Arnett and Shalina Chatlani • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Canada, Oxford, and British parliament: Our 2016 Executive of the Year tells his story
We checked in with Utah Valley University President Matthew Holland to learn about his experiences and opportunities gained since winning the award.
Shalina Chatlani • Dec. 1, 2017 -
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Workforce compatibility still a major consideration in the introduction of new programs
Even with the push towards 'cool courses' administrators are focused heavily on employer ROI.
James Paterson • Dec. 1, 2017 -
Kendall Davis
From molecular biologist to college president: Landmark College's Peter Eden
In this month's installment of our People of Higher Ed column, we catch up with Eden to talk about the work of serving students who learn differently — and his love for hot rods.
Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 1, 2017 -
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Institutions double down on 'cool classes' to attract new students, tackle current events
Leaders defend the relevance of courses which explore topics like moral issues in sports and the impact of multiculturalism on mental health.
James Paterson • Nov. 30, 2017 -
Karen L. Baldwin
Miami University collaborates to revive history through education
Sharing a name and homeland, members of the tribe and the university community are working to preserve tribal culture and reinvigorate its language.
Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 29, 2017 -
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How much of a boost should institutions give low-income students?
This group often needs help understanding college expenses and aid options. They also may need emergency aid or a connection to social services to stay in school.
Patti Zarling • Nov. 27, 2017 -
Finalists announced for 2017 Dive Awards for Higher Education
Finalists for President of the Year, Institution of the Year, Innovation of the Year, Disruption of the Year, and Obsession of the Year revealed ahead of the Dec. 4 release.
Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 27, 2017 -
Study shows Bridge GED programs help students continue on to college
Classes geared to future careers, one-on-one counseling and time spent in college classrooms encourages GED students to seek higher education after earning their general equivalency certificates.
Patti Zarling • Nov. 22, 2017 -
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Best and worst college football uniforms of 2017
Spoiler alert: Oregon made both the best and worst lists this season.
Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 22, 2017 -
Educause 2017: Our recap of higher ed IT's premier gathering
We've rounded up all of our coverage from the annual mega-gathering in one place for your convenience.
Roger Riddell • Nov. 20, 2017 -
How can tech transfer offices evolve to support innovation?
A new report from the APLU details the ways in which technology transfer offices can better serve their schools and the economic health of an institution's surrounding region.
Pat Donachie • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Colleges combat food waste through innovation, dedicated buy-in
Colleges and universities waste more than 20 million pounds of food each year, and initiatives to reduce food waste could be a benefit to colleges and surrounding communities.
Pat Donachie • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Chatham president: It's time for institutions to help address climate change
David Finegold says schools are in a unique position to train future leaders, do scientific research and work with government leaders to promote change.
Patti Zarling • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Hollins President Pareena Lawrence talks driving equity for women, minorities
Lawrence talks about attracting international students, considering needs of female faculty and students, and the business case for diversity.
Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 16, 2017 -
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Gordon Gee: For higher ed to survive, we've got to 'blow up the box'
The legendary higher ed leader says a complete reorganization of the way leaders approach the job will be needed to move the needle forward for the American economy.
Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 16, 2017 -
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How can higher ed IT develop, maintain workforce diversity? [Educause 2017]
Two CIOs and a chief diversity officer discussed failures, successes and best practices on the path to a more inclusive environment.
Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2017
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