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.

Columbia, NYU and Howard presidents all announce retirements

The three leaders all plan to remain on through the 2022-23 academic years, and two say they will return to teaching.

President news: 3-star military leader ‘returning to serve’ at HBCU

Hampton University replaces esteemed president William Harvey with alumnus and retired U.S. Army lieutenant general.

Teacher shortage: How higher education is working to solve the K-12 crisis

University leaders trying to build back the pipeline of educators say changes to systems and support are needed.

Is competency-based education really the elixir higher ed needs to survive?

Southern New Hampshire University President Paul LeBlanc discusses its merits, saying a shift to outcomes can 'unleash innovation.'

College works: Employers say they plan to rev up hiring of 2022 graduates

NACE survey shows massive interest in young workers and a willingness to have them work remotely.

With COVID-19 cases up again, masking returns at Johns Hopkins, Georgetown

Despite a rise in cases statewide in New York, the University of Rochester opts to end booster requirements for students and faculty.

U.S. universities remain No. 1 in world rankings on academic subjects

QS report shows American institutions sliding a bit but still dominant in research and devotion to current global issues.

Can higher ed make it through April without big COVID spikes?

One big institution has abandoned most of its mitigation strategies, including contact tracing and isolation.

High marks for HBCUs: The 50 colleges that are the best academic stewards for students

Changing the dynamics on rankings, AcademicInfluence uses a new algorithm to measure institutional support.

This NCAA darling has a better story to tell: It’s in the top 1% for ROI

Small private Bryant University in Rhode Island is on the map after its tournament appearance, but it has been a standout for students seeking careers.

Help for Ukraine: How 4 universities are aiding students in the humanitarian effort

Institutions in the U.S. are coming forward with unique ways to provide assistance to Ukrainian students.

How one flagship university is changing lives on its campus

The University of Oklahoma has leaned heavily on its five pillars to cement its standing as one of the best employers in the nation.

Hiring faculty? Why these 6 college leaders say equitable policies are key

Before job candidates even arrive for interviews, it is vital to have measures in place to ensure diversity, equity and inclusion.

Targets of bomb threats, HBCUs can get help, money from federal government

Through Project Serv, colleges and universities can get grants that can make campuses more secure and provide care for students.

The A-list speakers at 2022 spring college commencements

Tebow, Swift, Jeong, Biden and Fauci are just a few of the big names slated to deliver speeches at this year's ceremonies.