(An earlier version of this article ran in April 2010.) With the percentage of students who are taking online courses rising rapidly (a 17% increase in 2009 alone), improving completion rates for online students (many of whom are returning, adult learners) will likely become a key priority for higher education. In an interview with Academic […]
FREE WEBCAST Academic Program Management: Making Data-Informed Decisions Webcast Recording Rely on market data to inform stronger academic program decisions. Decision-making around academic programs is too often driven by gut feelings or internal interests. While institutional judgment is important, program decisions ultimately need to be anchored in data to ensure the program is viable and […]
Communication is a critical skill for leaders. And as challenges facing higher education today grow more complex and communication methods more diverse, the need to feel confident in your ability to speak publicly is more essential than ever. Join us for a virtual training uniquely designed to help you understand, and move through, your […]
Published in May 2011. Recent studies confirm that some of the graduates having the most difficulty finding fulfilling employment are those with majors in the humanities and social sciences. This week, we interviewed Andrew Ceperley, director of the University of California, San Diego’s highly effective career services center. Ceperley suggests that to help graduates in […]
Amid calls for accountability, a new report from the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) offers recommendations for academic libraries on how to define their value to the institution and how to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing environment. Among the recommendations: defining outcomes, putting assessment management systems in place, and defining and […]
This article offers critical tips gleaned from two of the earliest and successful college stop-out re-enrollment programs – the University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s 49er ReAdmits and 49er Finishers, and Harper College’s Completion Concierge. It is a must-read if you are thinking of starting your first stop-out program. Looking to boost completion rates, more […]
By Amanda Morrow, SHRM-CP, Human Resources Business Partner, Rice Universitywith editing contributions from Melinda English, Rebecca Gould, and Susann Glenn Panic Over one year ago, the isolated whispers of a novel coronavirus grew into a boisterous, full-blown pandemic alarm that reverberated across the globe. As a result, universities and colleges worldwide were suddenly tasked with […]
Best Places to Grow Showcasing Innovative and Impactful Higher Education Leadership & Professional Development Programs We’re proud to announce the honorees of our Best Places to Grow initiative—an opportunity to celebrate higher education departments and institutions leading the way in professional and leadership development. These campuses don’t just support growth, they champion it. Through bold, […]
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Workshop Group Packs: Invest in Leadership, Maximize Your Savings Expand access to professional development while making the most of your budget and aligning with institutional goals. Now more than ever, strong leadership is critical in higher education. Institutions face complex challenges, and the ability to develop and retain capable, forward-thinking leaders has never been more […]
