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.
Community college students report dissatisfaction with social life and mental health support. Safety, belonging, and career placement are key concerns. Interventions like peer mentorship and flexible club meetings are suggested.
AI optimizes college sports by enhancing athlete performance, streamlining coaching, and managing NIL deals. It helps with training, recruitment, academics, and resource allocation for a competitive edge.
Universities must prioritize equity for first-generation & low-income students using socioeconomic & geographic factors. Overcoming barriers ensures diverse classrooms & strengthens communities.
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.
Professor Dwayne Dixon reinstated at UNC after threat assessment found no danger to students/faculty. Investigation followed concerns over his activism and associations. Extensive threat evaluation carried out.
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.
Explore top higher education conferences in 2026 addressing challenges like policy shifts, funding, enrollment, and public perception. Focus on innovation, leadership, and student success.
Recent university president changes: resignations (Texas A&M), appointments (New Jersey City), retirements (Westminster), and controversies impacting leadership across institutions. Includes leadership transitions.
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 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.
The Education Department faces challenges with FAFSA system updates and contractor oversight, yet shows improvements in form launches and user experience. GAO raises concerns over contract management.
Education Department faces challenges in defining 'professional' vs. 'graduate' programs for student loan limits. Stakeholders debate program inclusion, debt concerns, and economic impact. Funding caps slated for 2026.
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 allow students to sample courses & connect with faculty, fostering informed choices beyond rote memorization. Interaction resists easy forecast and helps students choose course.
NCAN data shows college affordability challenges for low-income students. Pell Grants help, but rising housing costs & HEERF funding loss impact community colleges. Unmet financial need persists.
College completion rates show socioeconomic gaps. Cost perception and alternative options impact decisions. High-poverty schools see lower rates, with non-degree interest rising. Students may not feel ready for postsecondary path.
