Cities have the opportunity to reduce energy use and carbon footprint by cracking down on inefficient buildings.

It is difficult to know what the future holds, but teaching and incorporating the knowledge, skills and abilities needed for the coming decades is critical, says UB guest columnist Roger Thompson, who is vice president for student services and enrollment management at the University of Oregon.

Unlike with other recent studies that found nudging students to be generally ineffective, a new study in which the nudge comes from a familiar counselor and a reply involves additional guidance and support shows positive results.

Higher ed leaders turn to collaboration, data sharing and new programs for nontraditional students as they confront the future's funding and enrollment challenges.