Some universities, including Brandeis University, are responding by reshaping humanities programs to emphasize real-world skills, career advising and hands-on work experience.
A new Quizlet survey of 2,000 U.S. Gen Z adults found that the generation defies common stereotypes, demonstrating ambition, strategic career planning and a strong focus on skill-building and professional development.
When students are genuine partners in the enterprise of higher education, colleges and universities cultivate future generations of graduates who feel ownership of the institutions they attended.
Would-be entry-level workers described using elaborate spreadsheets to track dozens of job applications, lost opportunities from federal cuts and hiring processes that made them question their self-worth.
Experts say new collaborations, adult-learner strategies and state financial incentives could help institutions share resources and better meet student needs.
Fairleigh Dickinson University President Michael Avaltroni is building a statewide network that spans a learner's journey from K12 to higher ed to the workplace.
