Higher Education News Brief - July 11, 2022
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1.?Nearly all higher ed institutions withhold transcripts from students who have even the smallest of balances. But?some institutions are changing this policy?as they recognize the huge impact — and very bad optics — of withholding transcripts. -?Hechinger Report
2.?U.S. News?pulls Columbia University from its 2022 rankings. -?Forbes
3.?College Board?no longer disclosing AP test results by ethnicity, state. -?Higher Ed Dive
SHOUT OUT
All California Native students who attend a University of California school?will receive free tuition starting in the fall. The $2.4 million plan is a way to help right historic wrongs against the first people who called America home. Rising UCLA sophomore Camryn Redmond believes the decision will help native people be more visible on campus.
CAMPUS LIFE
-?New student housing slows from the pace seen in 2010s. -?Higher Ed Dive
-?With stressed-out students in challenging times, faculty must embrace caring practices. -?Ed Surge
-?A former lecturer in business at the University of Connecticut wins his lawsuit against the university—11 years after he initially filed. -?Inside Higher Ed
LinkedIn for Higher Ed: A Guide To Success
In this episode, Ian sits down with Daniel Alfon to discuss his ultimate guide to building a LinkedIn profile for your organization’s success. Whether you're a department chair, VP, or Provost, this episode will help you leverage LinkedIn for Higher Ed.
PERSPECTIVES
- Higher Ed and Purpose-Driven Marketing -?UNINCORPORATED
- Reducing the risk of higher education partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions. -?University Business
- It’s time for schools, colleges, companies, and policymakers to clear the path to postsecondary education. -?Higher Ed Dive