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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.
Academic Affairs

Higher ed spent more than $23B from endowments in FY20

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The pandemic and losses in tuition forced many institutions to get creative in the first half of last year, but what are the prospects long-term?
Administration

These 4 universities will have drive-thru commencements

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Students will be receiving their diploma covers and celebrating from their vehicles in different ways, depending on the institutions and COVID-19 protocols still in place.
Academic Affairs

Higher ed making a difference through Play Therapy centers

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Colleges and universities, including the latest one at Sacred Heart in Connecticut, are offering both a training ground and bridge to communities to help children with social and emotional needs.
Administration

Ghost kitchens gaining steam on college campuses

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Spurred by the pandemic and students ordering meals online, these smaller-format operations are providing safe, healthy meal alternatives to eat-in dining.
Academic Affairs

7 rural community colleges join effort to boost student outcomes

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The cohort will be part of an Achieving the Dream mission to close equity and achievement gaps, bolster digital workforce readiness and build 'resiliency' within their regions.
Academic Affairs

Study: Pre-recorded videos can boost student learning

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A new report shows that asynchronous instruction has advantages and may improve scores for remote students.
Academic Affairs

Senators press Biden on $50K debt forgiveness, but he says no

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Warren and Schumer say it is "time to act" but the President is not comfortable with the amount, continuing to lean toward the $10,000 figure.
Academic Affairs

Source: Columbia students vote to continue strike

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Students are refusing to give in on tuition and other demands, calling on alumni to help in their fight.
Academic Affairs

University of Kentucky takes lead in pandemic response

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President Dr. Eli Capilouto discusses the rollout of vaccines, the ongoing efforts around research and health care and the strength of the institution during the crisis.
Academic Affairs

Sweet revival: A Virginia college finds ‘gold’ in its roots

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Sweet Briar College, led by President Meredith Woo, is proving that there is a home for women who pursue a liberal arts education that is 'deeply hands on, deeply student-centered.'
Academic Affairs

Auburn opens autonomous vehicle facility at test track

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The new garage and conference center will be a 'showcase' area for researchers, sponsors, state officials and companies looking for new technology solutions.
Academic Affairs

How 8 states are using Reimagine Workforce grants

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The University of Arkansas and Shorter College are among those who will be helping to reskill individuals who have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Administration

Canadian universities putting students in COVID test study

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Two Ontario-based institutions will be testing students to see how transmission spreads among different subgroups and the potential links with immunity.
Administration

Peer support: How one university and an online platform are providing mental health help for students

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The University of West Florida partnered with Togetherall at the start of the pandemic to offer students another resource to meet their needs. And they have been responding to it.
Academic Affairs

These universities want more in-person learning this fall

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The messaging has been clear from leaders at higher education institutions and university systems: they want to see more face-to-face instruction. But will they be able to pull it off?
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