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Presidential opinion: Why leading in ambiguity is the new norm

Anyone who thinks we will thrive by returning to the old way of doing things is wrong. Today, it is clear that about 70% or more of the university president’s job is leading in ambiguity.

3 ways to demonstrate the value of your institution to prospective students

With a thoughtful and learner-centric approach to education, institutions can continue to support students and faculty no matter who or where they are.

The 5 trends that will predict the course of higher education

More than ever, institutions need to reimagine how they address affordability and outcomes and remodeling the workforce and business model.

How colleges can leverage time to lower costs and improve student success

As college prices rise, there is one issue affecting the cost of college that neither side can argue with and which postsecondary institutions can readily address: Time.

Mental health: The nation needs help. Higher education can fix it.

While the nation commemorates mental health awareness month this May, too many Americans struggle to access critical care. Higher education can make a career in mental health more attainable.

New college presidents: Take some advice from this six-year veteran

While the role of college president has sometimes been referred to as “an impossible job” in the headlines, it certainly doesn’t have to be. Here are a few specific helpful tips gained from my own experience.

Going online: Why should your college dump paper for digital credentials?

With robust digital credential programs emerging at schools across the country, it’s clear that academic records and credentials are a natural place to begin.

TikTok Bans: What does it really mean for your institution?

Academic leaders should embrace focused investment in digital education, but the potential threats TikTok poses to their digital infrastructure are prompting schools to implement drastic policy measures.

Johnson & Wales University has offset 100% of campus electricity usage. How can you?

By undertaking these programs now, campus communities will reap the benefits for generations to come – saving energy and reducing waste, instilling in students’ lifelong habits of sustainable practices, and even saving money along the way.

Applicants have spoken. Will colleges listen? 

Surveying 1,443 students, the findings identified easily achievable opportunities for institutions to meet the needs of prospective students.

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