Chris Burt

Chris is a reporter and associate editor for University Business and District Administration magazines, covering the entirety of higher education and K-12 schools. Prior to coming to LRP, Chris had a distinguished career as a multifaceted editor, designer and reporter for some of the top newspapers and media outlets in the country, including the Palm Beach Post, Sun-Sentinel, Albany Times-Union and The Boston Globe. He is a graduate of Northeastern University.

‘Check In’ event offers awareness on mental health in esports

Concordia University in Wisconsin is combining efforts with a foundation to get the message out on keeping gamers safe.

College credits viewbook with 54% boost in applications

Hampden-Sydney College's bold strategy to reach prospective students through print gains a interested audience.

How friendly are colleges’ LGBTQ athletic policies?

Division I institutions earn a range of scores - some 100s, some zeroes - on their guidance, resources for student-athletes, staff.

These 45 HBCUs have $1.6 billion in debt eliminated

The Department of Education said the Capital Financing loan forgiveness will improve outcomes for institutions, students.

Biden’s Jobs Plan includes billions for research, higher ed

The White House's $2 trillion infrastructure proposal features research, climate, broadband and underserved assistance at its core.

A university’s plans to add 200 faculty, 4,500 students by 2025

The pandemic has not slowed Cleveland State's ambitious targets to become a 'beacon institution' in its region.

How 3 HBCUs plan to use $1M in grants toward STEM

Hampton, Howard and North Carolina A&T get opportunity to build diverse talent pools in fast-growing science, technology, engineering and math fields.

This HBCU plans to be fully ‘open for business’ by summer

Morgan State's president has been confident that his university would be ready for a traditional return in 2021.

Charting the future: 3 universities team up on mental health

Grants from the Lilly Endowment will help more than a dozen institutions in the state of Indiana tackle key initiatives.

‘Art of the possible’: How one university embraced 2020-21

For High Point University, a little 'faithful courage' meant a 5.4% jump in enrollment and a safe but more normal campus experience for its students.

AP: College women lack esports roster spots, scholarships

A new study from the Associated Press highlights the disparities that exist for women who game, which mirror the gaps on the professional level.

How one university is fueling diversity in construction management

Roger Williams University in Rhode Island has entered into a partnership on scholarships for underserved students.

LGBTQ students feel ‘unwelcome’ at Christian colleges, report says

In a recent survey, many gender minorities express depression, anxiety and feeling 'on edge' over policies and practices at their institutions.

Does your college’s strategic plan include technology?

Solutions provider Apogee has unveiled an interactive report for college and university leaders to see how well-prepared they are to take on the future.

How one university turned a surplus of food into a solution

Northwestern Dining recovered excess food prepared for quarantined students and helped get thousands of meals to those in need across Chicago.