Date &amp; Time: Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET <br><br> In this 30-minute Ed Talk, Van Davis, executive director of the non-profit WCET, will share practical guidance on ensuring faculty, staff, and students apply AI consistently for higher ed leaders looking to move beyond a rigid policy mindset and advocate for a more flexible approach to AI adoption.

Date &amp; Time: Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET <br><br> In this 30-minute Ed Talk, 1098-T subject matter expert Deanna Bassano will dive into the details of a change the IRS is implementing that will impact how all colleges and universities conduct their tax reporting. She will also explain the impact of these changes, including how to stay in compliance.

Findings on faculty salaries are "sobering" as inflation saps paychecks and the gap with administrator pay widens, says the AAUP's "Annual Report On The Economic Status of The Profession."

The geography of opportunity for college graduates has shifted decisively toward Southern cities, with Birmingham claiming the top ranking among the nation's 53 largest metro areas for entry-level hiring.