Given all the changes in the past century, how can the higher education community leverage its strengths to do an even better job of contributing to national security? Michele Spires discusses how workforce development transcends mere job training—and why it’s so crucial now.
Author: ACE
Breaking the Debt Spiral of Federal Student Loan Default
The Institute for College Access & Success (TICAS) has issued a brief examining the effects of the federal student loan default system on borrowers who have already faced financial difficulties.
Understanding the Factors Behind College Completion
The second edition of Sallie Mae’s How America Completes College 2024 report examines undergraduate students’ current experiences and obstacles to graduating. The study provides valuable insights into the factors contributing to student success and the obstacles leading to non-completion.
Creating and Sustaining Wellness Cultures for Faculty, Staff, and Students to Thrive
Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk and Elizabeth R. Click examine the influence of workplace culture on well-being, emphasizing the importance of campus leaders in creating supportive environments. They argue for the value of investing in wellness programs and initiatives as a way to improve the health of campus communities.
Strengthening Education and Workforce Connections in Rural Communities
College and career pathways are integral to individual and regional socioeconomic mobility and stability. Jobs for the Future’s “Pathways to Prosperity” framework consists of five levers that can be connected to create school-to-career pathways: secondary-postsecondary integration, career navigation systems, work-based learning, intermediaries, and leadership and policy.
Strategic Presidential Leadership and Wrap-Around Student Services
Presidents who set a clear vision for a thriving community where every student feels they belong will set in motion an ecosystem where faculty and staff assume shared responsibility for student success, from recruitment through graduation, writes Devorah Lieberman.
How Public University Libraries Are Defending Academic Freedom
Academic libraries at public research universities find themselves at the center of controversy in an increasingly polarized political environment. To examine the impacts of this polarization, Ithaka S+R interviewed 10 library leaders from states with restrictive DEI policies and five library leaders from states without such policies.
Opportunities and Challenges for Higher Ed’s Tech Leaders
EDUCAUSE conducted a survey of over 400 IT professionals in roles ranging from director to chief information officer to provide insights into the state of the higher education technology leader workforce. The report illuminates challenges and opportunities that can inform efforts to fortify the workforce and advance higher education in the future.
Beyond March: Supporting Women on the Path to the College Presidency
Amidst the flurry of acknowledgments and celebrations we see every March during Women’s History Month, Devorah Lieberman writes that there’s a deeper conversation to be had about how we support women on their professional journeys in higher education.
Cultivating a Culture of Civility and Meaningful Dialogue on Campus During Elections
Drawing on her experience as president of the University of La Verne during active political campaigns, Devorah Lieberman offers strategies to equip students with essential skills that help foster civil discourse and build a thriving campus community.
Graduate Students Want More Institutional Data
A survey of current and recent graduate students revealed that concrete data on graduate institutions would improve enrollment decisions. Across many facets of graduate education, including management, cost, and employment and earnings outcomes, students are looking for more transparency from their institutions.
Beyond Crisis Management: How Presidents Can Create a Campus Where Everyone Belongs
Despite the media narrative of division and unrest, many colleges across the country are focused on building thriving communities where everyone belongs. Devorah Lieberman explores how presidents can create that environment by providing access to essential needs and empowering students to succeed.