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OpinionIt takes all of us — college presidents, faculty and students — to cultivate a culture of free speech on campus
Two college students lay out steps to make campuses a place to stretch minds and encourage freedom of expression without fear of reprisal.
By Megan Bahr and Cheyanne Rider • Nov. 7, 2022 -
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How the ‘modern registrar’ influences campus affairs
Student engagement and enrollment management are key job elements, finds American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers polling.
By Rick Seltzer • Nov. 3, 2022 -
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Years after their stormy departures, former UNC system heads return to review its governance
North Carolina’s governor named Margaret Spellings and Tom Ross to a group that will probe system boards amid accusations of political meddling.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 2, 2022 -
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University of Florida board advances Sen. Ben Sasse’s bid to be institution’s next president
The Nebraska Republican faces an uphill battle winning over the public flagship campus after students protested his selection.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 1, 2022 -
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University of Florida faculty senate votes no confidence in presidential selection process that landed Sen. Ben Sasse
Sasse, a Republican and sole finalist, had been greeted with student protesters and complaints of his record as a legislator.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 28, 2022 -
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University of Minnesota board’s vice chair gives up leadership role after suggesting campus is ‘too diverse’
Steve Sviggum drew backlash by questioning the makeup of the system’s Morris campus at a board meeting earlier this month.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 26, 2022 -
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Opinion5 things colleges can do to help save the planet from climate change
A strategy consultant explores ways colleges can improve sustainability.
By Anthony Knerr • Oct. 24, 2022 -
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Q&AHow a “magical alignment” let one university quickly launch widespread student equity measures
Northern Arizona University developed and launched an initiative that broke down its biggest obstacles for student access — in eight months.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 21, 2022 -
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OpinionAfter-action reviews can work for higher education
An administrator at the University of North Texas Health Science Center says a process that started with the U.S. Army can help colleges manage change.
By Brendan Kelly • Oct. 17, 2022 -
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How college leaders can create a culture shift to stop burnout
Competitive pay and work schedules are important to attracting and retaining employees, according to a new ACE report. But so is valuing employees' time.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 14, 2022 -
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Q&ACan higher education really be redesigned to connect learners and the workforce?
Education Design Lab's CEO talks about the nonprofit's work, including what it calls human-centered design.
By Rick Seltzer • Oct. 14, 2022 -
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Michigan State president resigns, saying he lost confidence in trustees
Some governing board members tried to oust Dr. Samuel Stanley before his contract expired in 2024 over alleged bungling of sexual misconduct reports.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Updated Oct. 13, 2022 -
Michigan State faculty senate votes no confidence in trustees for alleged overreach
The handling of Title IX complaints continues to escalate tensions between the academic branch of the public institution and its governing board.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 12, 2022 -
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77% of adults think it would be hard to pay for college, according to survey
Community colleges were viewed as the most affordable higher education option, ahead of vocational and certificate programs, Morning Consult finds.
By Rick Seltzer • Oct. 12, 2022 -
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How one higher education conference prioritized pandemic safety
Researchers are using the North American Victorian Studies Association's conference as a case study to help other colleges hold in-person events.
By Laura Spitalniak • Oct. 10, 2022 -
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Republican Sen. Ben Sasse set to become University of Florida president
Florida has been home to bruising battles over alleged political influence in higher ed — and when presidential candidates' names should be made public.
By Rick Seltzer • Oct. 6, 2022 -
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OpinionThese steps can help keep colleges from being easy targets for cyberattacks
A cybersecurity strategist outlines cultural and technical changes to help institutions stave off attacks like malware or business email compromise.
By Immanuel Chavoya • Sept. 26, 2022 -
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President Speaks: College leaders weigh in on today’s most pressing issues in higher ed
Presidents and chancellors showcase their best ideas and strongest arguments in this series of columns.
By Natalie Schwartz • Updated March 17, 2024 -
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Florida’s state university system picked its next chancellor. He’s a Republican lawmaker with ties to the governor.
Retiring state Sen. Ray Rodrigues received unanimous support from the system's board.
By Laura Spitalniak • Sept. 15, 2022 -
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Attempt to oust President Samuel Stanley thrusts Michigan State back into turmoil
The president defended his tenure amid reports some trustees want him out. He would be the university's third leader ousted in under six years.
By Laura Spitalniak • Sept. 14, 2022 -
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Deep Dive8 big questions as colleges start fall 2022
Will higher ed’s financial picture clear? Can campuses innovate? Is a new generation of presidents ready to rise to the moment?
By Rick Seltzer • Sept. 6, 2022 -
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Last week’s big number: 25 times more likely to have a parent with a Ph.D.
A recap of last week’s major higher ed news starts with a look at faculty members’ family backgrounds.
By Higher Ed Dive Staff • Sept. 5, 2022 -
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Florida senator, a DeSantis ally, has clear path to become next leader of the state’s university system
A search committee recommended state Sen. Ray Rodrigues, who’s sponsored high-profile viewpoint diversity, post-tenure review and accreditation laws.
By Laura Spitalniak • Aug. 29, 2022 -
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Higher ed leaders praised the White House’s debt forgiveness plan — as a good start
Many viewed the student loan forgiveness as a much-need tourniquet, not as the complete solution to college's affordability crisis.
By Laura Spitalniak • Aug. 24, 2022 -
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Stop requiring diversity statements when hiring, academic freedom group says
The Academic Freedom Alliance calls diversity, equity and inclusion tests "forced pledges of conformity" amid struggles over hiring practices.
By Laura Spitalniak • Aug. 23, 2022
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