Three months before going live with a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system—Workday— Indian River State College was missing one important piece: payment processing technology, specifically a cashiering product for in-person payments. "We would've been dead in the water," says Amanda Bock, bursar. "The payment technology company [we reached out to] wasn't even communicating with […]
Recruiting adult learners for continuing education and degree completion programs may be one of the most challenging tasks in higher education—but it also represents a great revenue opportunity because a large majority of the labor force does not hold a bachelor's degree or higher. One-third of the population graduated high school, 16 percent have completed […]
"How much does higher ed seem to be using beacon technology now, and what needs to happen for wider adoption to occur?" "Beacon technology for location services in higher education is rapidly increasing in adoption. Wireless connectivity and additional mobile network services have become key drivers for students in the college-decision process, and universities are […]
Why most colleges are only experimenting: Determining the technology's value "I think the best thing to do in higher ed is to pilot, experiment and be aware of the technology, so that if it becomes mainstream and takes off, you're ready," says Brian Rellinger, associate provost for academic support at Ohio Wesleyan University. Rellinger began […]
Community college leaders who have launched campaigns to rebrand career and technical education say they face a generational challenge. Today, parents and even many high school guidance counselors cling to a perception that these vocational programs appeal only to less ambitious students or lead to low-paying careers. "For an entire generation, we had the idea […]
Student philanthropy programs have become common in higher ed, but few colleges dedicate a physical space for these initiatives. The University of Kentucky, however, recently opened an office for student philanthropy within its newly constructed student center. "Space is a hot commodity and hard to come by," says Katie Sanders, assistant director of annual giving. […]
What do you see as the biggest challenges colleges face when managing network bandwidth in residence halls, and are administrators generally doing all they can to manage bandwidth issues?
Purchase costs and long-term maintenance make adding real estate assets an expensive proposition for colleges and universities. Moreover, when institutions invest in off-campus properties, officials must also consider their relationships with nearby communities, as well as alumni and donors. In addition, public institutions typically have regulations and state or federal policies to navigate. To ensure […]
The spreadsheets and other basic tools many universities use to inform real estate decisions often work well for the modest investment required. Yet solutions specifically designed to aid in real estate decisions offer some advantages: A glimpse at the future. "Spreadsheets tell you what you have," says Mike Porritt, vice president for advisory services with […]
