A growing number of U.S. colleges are turning to retired military officers to lead their institutions, valuing their backgrounds in strategy, management and crisis response. Leaders say their new roles reflect a continued commitment to public service and developing future generations.
In an era defined by mounting financial pressure, the question is no longer if a merger or acquisition might be necessary, but what makes a deal successful.
Despite universities' cybersecurity advancements, hackers are still succeeding with advanced phishing techniques. Here's how schools can improve their first line of defense.
High school and college students are embracing artificial intelligence as a learning aid rather than fearing its impact on future jobs. While educators still urge caution, many young learners are using AI tools like ChatGPT outside the classroom to save time and enhance their skills.
Two-thirds of the colleges surveyed have no official policy about the use of GenAI in applications essays. Still, many admissions officers are wary of the technology.
New federal rules require colleges to report student data by race to enforce the affirmative action ban, but Northwest educators say the change will have little effect on largely open, race-neutral admissions.
College food pantries in California's Central Valley are struggling to stay stocked amid the government shutdown. With federal aid halted, schools like Fresno City and Clovis are turning to local donations to feed students in need.
Historical barriers to funding and support aren't stopping HBCUs from finding key partners to drive innovation in the classroom and back-end operations.
Through careful design planning, universities can create agile, mixed-use spaces that offer a broader set of capabilities and much greater ROI than dedicated spaces.
