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NEW on Wonkhe: Transition programmes help underrepresented groups get the most out of university. Why not offer credit for them, like they do in the US and New Zealand? asks Alexandra Lyons https://lnkd.in/eswm_vg5 "While legitimising academic experience on transition programmes may not require a system-level rethink, a UK-wide credit system might not be as far away as it seems"

South African universities have the potential to drive profound societal transformation. By addressing critical challenges like poverty, climate change, and unemployment, they can move beyond academics to shape critical thinkers and impactful changemakers. In this compelling piece in the Mail & Guardian, Canon Collins Trust Executive Director, Ivor Baatjes argues that it’s time to reimagine higher education—championing equitable access, safeguarding academic freedom, and fostering a culture of active, engaged citizenship. Let’s build institutions that not only educate but also uplift and serve the public good. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/dx6J9jcP

Soliya is cited in this article ?for reducing campus polarization and equipping college students and leaders to navigate conflict. Reach out to me if you are (or know) a university leader seeking help with this before the Fall semester begins! https://lnkd.in/e8y5S_dX

“Cornell’s reliance on foreign funding raises serious questions about the influence these sources have over the university’s research and academic freedom.” – Dr. Charles Asher Small (@asherchas) Cornell University's ties to foreign governments pose a real threat to the integrity of its academic programs. ?? Universities must be transparent about where their money is coming from and how it’s influencing their research. ?? Learn more about the foreign funding at Cornell University and the implications for academic freedom in ISGAP research: https://lnkd.in/eMqg55G6 #Transparency #AcademicFreedom #Cornell #ISGAPResearch #Accountability

Join us for an insightful panel on "Canadian Political Landscape from a global, national & international lens." Whether you're an educator, student, or simply passionate about global education, this discussion is for you! Secure your spot today and be part of the conversation that shapes the future of higher education. ?? Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gih8WH7b Link in bio. #SikhResearchSummit #HigherEducation #GlobalEducation #canadianpolitics

エピステミックな脱植民地化の必要性：南アの大学における植民地主義、欧州中心主義、新自由主義 ???? ?? Heleta, S., & Dilraj, I. (2024). Decolonisation is not even a footnote: On the dominant ideologies and smokescreens in South African higher education. Transformation in Higher Education, 9, Article a416. https://lnkd.in/g5pcMgVX

I believe that one of the major problems facing US academics and #thinktank fellows who specialize on #Africa and the #MiddleEast is that it can be professionally dangerous to produce non-partisan analysis and commentary on the wider implications of the October 7 Attacks and their aftermath. Sadly, the current environment promotes self-censorship among scholars, which poses a direct threat to expression of free speech and diversity of opinion within the academy. Note, this not only applies to those who are perceived to be politically pro-#Israel as well as those who are perceived to politically pro-#Palestine. It also applies to those who are widely perceived to be non-partisan but are targeted by partisan actors over occasional disagreements with their assessments. And, it is this group that tends to be overlooked by those who are committed to protecting academic freedoms on campus, including the US government. My fear is that oversight puts the dominance of US universities in the field of international relations at risk. More and more professors and students may start to look elsewhere in search of openness and tolerance. (Social Sciences Research Center, American Association of University Professors, Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, National Coalition Against Censorship, ACLU, PEN America, American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), Anti-Defamation League)

ICYMI: The UConn School of Social Work rose in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report rankings, to no. 28, placing our school among the top 9% of graduate social work programs in the nation. Read more about our research, academic programs and partnerships: https://lnkd.in/e7wgTY8Y #socialwork #socialworkeducation #research #partnerships #socialjustice

We're proud to begin 2025 by reflecting on over 25 years of the Global Campus as the world's largest network dedicated to advancing human rights higher education. With 8 Regional Master’s Programmes spanning the globe, we’ve built a thriving community of thousands of scholars, advocates, and practitioners committed to creating a more just world. ?? What sets us apart: Cutting-edge education and training, both online and in person. A unique global network connecting regional expertise. A fostering network of Alumni: leaders, advocates, and changemakers in human rights and democracy. ?? Our impact: Every year, we empower the next generation of experts to address the most pressing challenges of our time—promoting justice, defending rights, and shaping the future. ??? Watch the video to see how the Global Campus has been transforming Human Rights Education into action. Together, we’re building a more just world. ?? link https://lnkd.in/dU_3V5sU #GCHumanRights #HumanRights #EducationForChange #GlobalCampus #Leadership #SocialImpact #Democracy #GCHumanRights #HumanRights #EducationForChange #GlobalCampus #Leadership #SocialImpact #Democracy Global Campus Alumni (GCA) Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, Arab Master in Democracy and Human Rights, Mahidol University, European Regional MA Programme in Democracy and Human Rights in South East Europe (ERMA), Campus Global para América Latina y el Caribe, Centre for European Studies (Yerevan State University), OSCE Academy in Bishkek, European Commission Right Livelihood

Under PACT's ??Youth Academic Support Grant Program, Belizean ???? students can access funding ?? to pursue their undergraduate degrees ?? in various fields. ?? Learn more at??https://lnkd.in/eSsdGvKH . . . #PACTBelize #Belize #12daysofinvestments #agiftforeverygeneration #christmascountdown #conservationtrustfund #conservationfinance #climatefinance