Every higher education institution shapes the student experience by applying a storied history to its own unique traditions. But there’s one area where every institution must depart from tradition to prepare students for what happens after graduation and for a central factor in the working world—and that’s digital transformation. Digital transformation is a common buzzword […]
Many institutions approached online and digital learning with a slow burn that the pandemic pushed into overdrive. Practically overnight, institutions had to re-calibrate and move instruction online, with 75% of undergraduate students enrolled in at least one distance education course — a 97% year-over-year increase (11.8 million vs. 6.0 million students). But students weren’t the […]
Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to develop individuals who will improve society with their abilities to think critically and solve complex problems. And while their overarching missions vary, most institutions would agree a key role is to help prepare graduates for professional success by ensuring they have the essential competencies they need to flourish. […]
Following a national trend, the state and several of its public universities rolled out new financial aid programs for Indigenous students this year, intended to dismantle historic barriers to higher education
Expectations for communication skills are high for students entering college and even higher for graduating students transitioning to their careers. Following the shift to distance learning and hybrid work, effective written and cross-channel communication is more critical than ever. Higher-education institutions now have a deeper responsibility to teach students how to communicate effectively to help […]
Students increasingly expect their schools to offer academic support, career counseling and even social activities online, according to the 2022 CIN EdTech Student Survey by the College Innovation Network at Western Governors University.
First-time international student enrollment has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels as the overall number of students coming to U.S campuses from more than 200 countries is once again climbing.
Since the pandemic, Dr. Kenneth Carter noticed a sense of burnout from his students and faculty. Using student-inspired principles, he is leading the charge at the University of Oxford of Emory to create a sense of belonging and identity for all.
