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Colleges continuing their march to new online learning initiatives

JD Solomon | September 12, 2019

The growth of online education in higher ed shows no signs of slowing, with schools forging ahead with remote learning initiatives, some experimental.

What are the keys to the success of student parents?

Matt Zalaznick | September 12, 2019

Childcare can cost more than tuition in many states, according to a new report that calls on the federal government to use existing programs to provide financial assistance and help student parents stay in college.

College presidents discuss enrollment declines, volatility in higher ed

Emily Brown | September 10, 2019

Higher ed presidents met to discuss major challenges on their college campuses, such as enrollment declines and Title IX compliance.

Entrepreneurial thinking for transformative change

Tim Goral | August 11, 2019

Community colleges have traditionally focused on helping students earn credentials for employment. But are they now also preparing students for the looming dynamic, disruptive and entrepreneurial environments ahead? Rebecca Corbin says—increasingly—they are. Corbin is president and CEO of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE). She and former community college president Ron Thomas have […]

'Micro' hiring for macroeconomic impact

UB Custom Publishing | July 01, 2019

Higher ed institutions are strengthening town-gown relationships by partnering with local vendors and by offering vocational learning opportunities.

UB Tech 2019: Exchanging ideas and making connections

UB Custom Publishing | June 23, 2019

Higher education leaders, technology gurus and AV professionals convene for three days of information and insights at UB Tech 2019

UB Tech® 2019 social media: Feed activity you need to see

UB Custom Publishing | June 23, 2019

Highlights from the social scene behind our higher ed technology conference.

UB op-ed: Where #MeToo meets leadership education

Susan West Engelkemeyer | June 18, 2019

Over the past two years the #MeToo movement has revealed longstanding and widespread mistreatment of many women in the workplace. Nichols College President Susan West Engelkemeyer says teaching leadership skills to a new generation of male and female students may offer the best hope for a workplace makeover sooner than later.

Why mentorship and advocacy are key to women in tech leadership

Emily Brown | June 17, 2019

Speakers at this year's UB Tech® conference Women in Technology summit discussed practical steps women can take to advance their careers, leverage technology and support future generations.