The Trump Administration is prioritizing workforce development in schools to fill jobs in high-demand areas.

Higher education leadership requires more than content knowledge or operational expertise. It calls for emotional intelligence, political savvy, narrative power and a deep well of self-awareness.

California is partnering with Google, Microsoft, Adobe and IBM to provide free AI tools and training to colleges, aiming to prepare students for a changing job market. Supporters see a boost to “AI literacy,” while critics warn the benefits remain unproven.

Facing enrollment declines and financial strain, Clark University plans faculty cuts and academic restructuring to stay afloat. The changes reflect broader challenges in higher education, including shrinking student pools, AI-driven job shifts and growing skepticism about college value.