Trump Takes Aim at DEI in Higher Ed
The executive order doesn’t have an immediate impact on DEI programs at colleges and universities, but experts worry about a chilling effect. Read more
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Why being a ‘loner’ could be good for you
Many of us make an effort to surround ourselves with others, but we don't need to do this all the time. Emerging research suggests there are some potential benefits to being alone. These benefits range from improving our creativity, mental health, and even leadership skills. Read more
College Leaders Are Divided on the Risks and Benefits of Generative AI
A new survey of college leaders shows deep concerns and some stark divisions about how well they believe their institutions are preparing students and faculty members to use generative AI. Read more
How can universities overcome this moment of reckoning?
President Donald Trump has generated a lot of consternation and concern in colleges and universities across the country. Read more
Job postings in higher ed hyperfocus on equity, omit traits like ‘quality,’ ‘efficiency’: research
When it comes to hiring in higher education, scholars and administrators are obsessed with the notion of equity far above the other traits of quality, efficiency, and choice, new research shows. Read more
Trump’s freeze on NIH grant approval meetings condemned
White House directive to pause external communications causes chaos at America’s main science funder Read more
North Idaho College Awaits Its Fate
Could the college lose accreditation purely over board actions? Its president believes NIC has resolved the issues that prompted scrutiny ahead of a looming vote next week. Read more
Clampdown on fake Google reviews announced
Google has agreed to make "significant changes to its processes" to help tackle fake reviews of UK businesses, the regulator has announced. Read more
The Ethical Quagmire of Teaching Entrepreneurship
When large amounts of money are involved, the classroom gets complicated. Read more
Common App: Usage setting records among several student groups
Usage of the Common App is continuing to grow and is expanding among a range of student groups. More than 1.2 million first-year applicants applied to 863 colleges for the 2024-25 school year, a 5% increase over the previous school year, the Common App announced earlier this month. Read more
