A successful re-enrollment initiative in California lays the blueprint for reeling stopped-out adults back into college.

Marketing and enrollment staff say AI is helping them get their message out quicker, despite a lack of guidance or support from their institution, according to Education Dynamics and UPCEA.

Financial uncertainty, enrollment declines and mounting retention and staffing pressures have put many colleges and universities in a tight spot.

Half of the recently hired presidents had once served in an interim capacity. Plus: An 18-year leader announces his retirement.