RELATED ARTICLE: How Maricopa is Improving Student Success through Comprehensive Support for Adjunct Faculty During the recent recession, the Maricopa Community College District shifted more classes to part-time adjunct faculty as a cost-cutting measure -– a trend that was mirrored nationwide. Unfortunately, that move typically has a negative effect on student retention and completion rates, […]
SPOTLIGHT ON INNOVATION SERIES The US Department of Education has awarded the multi-million dollar First in the World grant to 24 colleges and universities that are innovating to solve critical challenges with access, recruitment, retention, and student success. At AI, we have interviewed each of the recipients to learn more about the projects these institutions […]
This program is intentionally designed to help you reflect on your strengths through completion of the Five Paths to Leadership℠ Self-Assessment and a 360-degree review with feedback from your network, so that you can discover your authentic leadership style. You will identify the skill sets needed to navigate the current and future higher education landscape, […]
Renee is the Associate Vice President of Advancement and Foundation Administration at Western Michigan University. In this role, she directs the operations for University Advancement, including finances, HR and training, along with the operations of the WMU Foundation. Additionally, Renee oversees the implementation of the $550 million Empowering Futures Gift, a historic philanthropic contribution dedicated […]
Transformational gifts are often the result of decades of strategic cultivation and stewardship efforts, culminating in a commitment that positively impacts the institution’s trajectory. However, understanding what motivates and compels donors to make a transformational gift is a key aspect that is missing in many organizations. To advance the vision of your institution, you must […]
As an advancement professional, you engage with alumni, volunteers, donors, and colleagues from different backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives. At times, you may receive unsolicited or angry opinions about institutional decisions, or inquiries about national and global news or events as they unfold. These comments or questions can sometimes be polarizing and catch you off guard. For […]
Many institutions are not fully aware of the compliance expectations for their electronic and information technology (EIT) and often fail to meet accessibility requirements which can result in costly lawsuits and pesky OCR audits. EIT compliance is complex, yet manageable, and institutions have a duty to comply with the most recent OCR guidelines laid out […]
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Dr. Sheryl Burgstahler founded and directs the DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) Center and the Access Technology Center (ATC) at the UW. These two centers promote the use of mainstream and assistive technology and other interventions to support the success of students with disabilities in postsecondary education and careers. They also promote the development […]
Nicole has a 10 year tenure with George Mason University and is the founding director for the Center for International Student Access (CISA). In this role, she works collaboratively with units around the university to establish the ACCESS and BRIDGE programs designed to expand access to university studies for international students while providing them with […]
