Faculty are the most valuable investment institutions make, yet too often they are burdened by administrative tasks, outdated systems, and fragmented data that limit their effectiveness. Academic leaders need a better way to support faculty while advancing institutional priorities. This new white paper explores how faculty information systems (FIS) help colleges and universities worldwide empower […]
The institutions winning this race aren't the ones with the most AI tools—they're the ones using AI strategically to deliver experiences their students can't get anywhere else.
Faculty and academic support staff from over 50 institutions are exploring generative AI's place in pedagogy, research and the student experience this weekend.
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11th at 2 p.m. ET <br><br> In this 30-minute Ed Talk, Dr. Andrew Feldstein, Assistant Provost at Fort Hays State University, will share how his university is using a comprehensive Digital Master Plan in response to survey data that said only 47% of online learners felt connected to peers, while 61% had no interaction outside of required coursework. <br><br> Attendees who join the live event will be able to participate in a ThoughtExchange workshop to share and rank the best practices from their peers on how to strengthen online learning.
As generative AI—and campus use of it—evolves, so must the trust and connection between campus stakeholders. Faculty development, improved AI literacy and other techniques may help.
Transfer students continue to graduate at lower rates than their peers, held back by a system that makes it far too difficult to carry credits across institutions.
By demonstrating clear, tangible pathways from education to employment, institutions don't just prepare students for a first job—they prove the enduring value of a degree.
