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Updated: 118 free higher ed resources during coronavirus pandemic

As more colleges and universities continue to be affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, higher education solution providers have stepped up by rolling out free resources, services and teaching materials. Updated on June 3.

Who is making the strongest case for in-person learning?

Our tech-addicted students, says Hope College President and UB guest columnist Matthew Scogin. They understand the promise that technology holds, but they also understand that authentic human connection makes that promise worth pursuing.  

NAECAD offers first certification program for esports leaders

Formalized training through the National Association of Esports Colleges and Directors can enhance the careers of coaches and professionals, while helping school districts and organizations vet potential job candidates.

How one university is changing the summer session model

As a tool for student success, the summer session at Loyola University New Orleans will boost engagement in current events and help students improve as online learners with free online courses, says Vice Provost and UB guest columnist Carol Ann MacGregor.

How to maximize the value of the residential experience

UB guest columnists John I. Williams Jr. and Burt Woolf share a three-step framework. They say thriving in a post-pandemic environment means re-envisioning the entire campus service-delivery system as a tightly integrated whole.
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Survey highlights trends and challenges in campus mail and package delivery

Pitney Bowes partnered with University Business to develop and deploy a survey of higher education leaders in the UB audience in February 2020. Some 163 respondents participated, describing issues and […]
Wed Jun 3rd, 2020

Community colleges are eying these new enrollment strategies

Economic downturns generally lead to substantial enrollment growth at community colleges, and leaders at Madison Area Technical College in Wisconsin are working quickly to adapt their curriculum to emerging workforce needs.
Tue Jun 2nd, 2020

It’s time to rebuild—with diversity in mind

COVID-19 is offering leaders the opportunity to re-envision higher ed—fostering more open inquiry, viewpoint diversity and constructive disagreement, says UB guest columnist Debra Mashek.
Mon Jun 1st, 2020

Yes, you can use origami to teach coding!

It may not be the biggest question facing higher ed but: How does folding paper into some pretty remarkable shapes keep students engaged in a programming class when it suddenly moves online? 
Fri May 29th, 2020

Time to assess or (re)start the strategic planning process?

Yes. Identifying risks, considering multiple futures, and using data and evidence to support decisions are key to shifting course due to the coronavirus pandemic, say UB guest columnists Kelli Rainey and Nicole Melander.

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Thu May 28th, 2020

How students complete courses that require hands-on training

University of Dayton's process for bringing physical therapy students back to campus offers some guidance for other colleges and universities striving to hold in-person classes later this year.
Thu May 28th, 2020