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UB op-ed: Admissions scandal investigation is a wake-up call to all institutions

Mark J. Ehlers &Julieanne Himelstein &JD Solomon | April 01, 2019

The Department of Education has launched an investigation of schools named as participants in the college admissions scandal. Every school should consider this a wake-up call and an opportunity to conduct a top-to-bottom review of its admissions practices and procedures.

5 new and noteworthy books for higher ed leaders

UB Custom Publishing | March 27, 2019

Here's a quick roundup of recommended reading for college and university leaders.

Construction Watch: Bond proposal will assist N.C. schools with new construction

Stefanie Botelho | March 14, 2019

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper says the state bond proposal is a way to invest in better schools from kindergarten through college as well as to improve other critical infrastructure.

From the Big Easy to the Big Ten, and beyond

Jonathan Aronie and David Douglas and Joseph Jay and JD Solomon | March 14, 2019

In 2012, the Penn State Lions went 8-4 on the field, passing 3,283 yards, rushing 740 yards, and scoring 349 points. This credible performance earned it a respectable 38th ranking out of the 124 schools in the NCAA’s Division I Football Bowl Subdivision. But few will remember Penn State’s athletic performance in 2012. What people […]

UB Op-ed: What's behind institutional closings?

James E. Samels &JD Solomon | February 25, 2019

Thirty years ago, some of us predicted that mutual growth mergers would become a prominent megatrend in the higher education industry. Instead, we witnessed a broad range of institutions that faced impending liquidation. Some of these fragile colleges were pressured to merge with somewhat stronger institutions which, in some cases, ironically, ended up closing after […]

Specialty master's programs attract graduate students

JD Solomon | February 20, 2019

In what may be the beginning of a larger trend, many business students find the typical two-year MBA program is unnecessary when a specialized master's program can be completed in half the time.

Investigating sexual harassment in higher ed

Stefanie Botelho | February 20, 2019

Careful preparation, uniform reporting procedures and experienced counsel can help leaders navigate particularly sensitive situations.

Higher education Outlook 2019: Special section

Mezarik | January 31, 2019

Tech’s big impact: How administrators keep their departments current as technology impacts offices across campus Reader input: How will evolving technology impact your role at your institution, or your department’s work, this year? Results of UB Outlook 2019 complete reader surveys Outlook 2019 on institutional leadership Outlook 2019 on campus technology Outlook 2019 on college […]

Tech’s big impact

Jodi Helmer and Ray Bendici | January 31, 2019

How college and university administrators will keep their departments current in throughout 2019 as technology impacts offices across campus

Pressures and priorities for top-level campus officials

UB Custom Publishing | January 30, 2019

In a time of greater political pressure to enhance college access, one campus leader from a small institution expressed "grave concerns about the willingness of society to continue, let alone increase, support of postsecondary education." One of 163 respondents to UB's survey of presidents, chancellors and provosts, the leader's comment reflects issues keeping top campus […]

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