Every higher education institution shapes the student experience by applying a storied history to its own unique traditions. But there's one area where every institution must depart from tradition to prepare students for what happens after graduation and for a central factor in the working world—and that's digital transformation. Digital transformation is a common buzzword […]
It can be frustrating to dedicate time, money, and effort to career services in higher education and see headlines like "Colleges get F for career prep" go viral. After all, this work with students is essential. More than half of college grads who received their degrees after 2009 indicate they visited their career services office […]
Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to develop individuals who will improve society with their abilities to think critically and solve complex problems. And while their overarching missions vary, most institutions would agree a key role is to help prepare graduates for professional success by ensuring they have the essential competencies they need to flourish. […]
Woo, who will leave the institution in 2024, drove enrollment with tuition cuts and overhauled Sweet Briar's curriculum after the college nearly closed.
After some of the nation's most prestigious institutions dropped out of its best law schools rankings, U.S. News is making changes for its 2023-2024 list.
More flexible learning environments are required to meet the needs of new learner populations who are also looking for alternative models of financial support.
Higher education institutions have long grappled with how to effectively close the gaps that exist among their student populations. However, the challenge has only accelerated as colleges and universities gain a more diverse population of students, including a growing percentage of nontraditional students. Add to that a new reliance on virtual instruction, and higher education […]
Expectations for communication skills are high for students entering college and even higher for graduating students transitioning to their careers. Following the shift to distance learning and hybrid work, effective written and cross-channel communication is more critical than ever. Higher-education institutions now have a deeper responsibility to teach students how to communicate effectively to help […]
