Alcino Donadel

Alcino Donadel is a UB staff writer and first-generation journalism graduate from the University of Florida. He has triple citizenship from the U.S., Ecuador and Brazil.

Amid hazing investigation, BC swimmers and divers turn to court in effort to lift suspension

The private university in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, announced in September that it was suspending the men's and women's swimming and diving programs indefinitely, saying that,...

This Alabama university is suing a state official after it was denied a lifeline

Birmingham-Southern College is suing the state treasurer after denying it a loan program that lawmakers promised would help save the university from going under, according to a lawsuit filed yesterday.

Middle East conflict continues to stir backlash, compromise safety across college campuses

From students all the way up to leadership, college and university community members who've spoken out on the Hamas-Israel conflict have faced intense backlash, further embroiling college campuses in an incendiary humanitarian crisis overseas.

Universities of Wisconsin shakes up its campuses, closing one and moving two online

“The status quo is not sustainable,” said Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman, following another year of decline across 10 of its 13 branch campuses.

Graduate enrollment has declined, snapping two consecutive years of growth, per CGS report

Mathematics and computer science was only the only broad field of study to experience an increase in enrollment at 5.4%, according to the Council of Graduate Schools.

How the Israel-Hamas conflict may increase higher ed’s need to supply cybersecurity professionals

The web of cybersecurity programs partnered with the government may reach new heights thanks to this federal agency's public support of Israel.

Us against the world: How are higher ed’s latest trends impacting the U.S. and Canada?

Instructure's latest report discovered that U.S. and Canadian students are behind in adopting AI and are the most afflicted by mental health concerns, among other findings.

How colleges are creating sustainable business models while upticking student support programs

Schools today vying to win applicants over must invest in top-notch student support programs and keep their degrees affordable all while sustaining their long-term health. What colleges today are toeing the line successfully?

Need not apply: Where are students receiving college admission letters without trying?

Most of the initiatives aim to help students who lack a strong belief in the potential of higher education to begin visualizing its benefits and the possibility of attending.

President’s corner: Urgency for David Wippman as he shares his last dance at Hamilton College

President David Wippman is looking to get Hamilton College's house in order before his successor, and he believes it's his "responsibility" to make one last plea to the public on the importance of higher education.

Why the Defense Department is poised to become HBCUs’ new best friend

With the Defense Department readying its outreach to HBCUs at Congress' urging, one university network is poised to bring together established research giants and underfunded institutions to secure better funding in science and engineering.

How universities have entered the dialogue on the Hamas-Israel conflict

Whether of their own accord or sparked by community members, some colleges have taken it upon themselves to enter the dialogue, drawing mixed reactions from the community and posing the question of when—if ever—institutions should take a political stance during times of heated world events.

ACT scores are at a 30-year low. How does this impact higher ed?

The graduating class of 2023 has continued a six-year decline in ACT scores, according to new data released by the testing giant.

4 ways to ensure underresourced students excel in dual enrollment outcomes

The Community College Research Center at Columbia University Teachers College has developed a new framework urging colleges and K12 districts to work together to ensure students take dual enrollment courses with vision, preparation and an eye toward postsecondary success.

These universities have embraced remote work—and they’re seeing some big wins

Two universities that have embraced remote work in some of their departments have experienced early signs of better staff recruitment, performance, work morale and performance.