The best relationships grow out of collaborative planning and programming, and require a shared philosophy and practice of transparency about future development options, says James E. Samels, UB Future Shock columnist.
Colleges and universities across the country are partnering with providers to assess student success, add new information management software, include an on-demand food delivery app, participate in an agriculture research project, and more.
Despite decades in higher education, Troy University Chancellor Jack Hawkins says nothing has had a greater influence on him than his service in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
When it comes to esports infrastructure and technology, some schools let students build it while other colleges and universities expect their arenas to generate some revenue.
Florida esports athletes enjoy camaraderie and 'Good Game' competition in Super Smash Brothers tournament at Full Sail University's iconic arena, The Fortress.
Purdue brews Boiler Gold and Boiler Black to fund academic programs. Nicholls State's Colonels Retreat Lager may lead to wine and spices. And beer is a good luck charm at New Mexico State.
Future Shock columnist James E. Samels looks at a university whose core values—academic achievement, sportsmanship, fair play, and teamwork—form the adhesive that bonds intercollegiate baseball teammates and the momentum that propels them to new heights.
Community college leaders are finding that esports raises the academic enthusiasm of current students and attracts more new full-time students to campus.
The University of Kentucky is tapping professional esports franchise Gen.Gto help build its competitive video-gaming program, a new type of partnership that will span athletics and academics.