Matt Zalaznick

Matt Zalaznick is a life-long journalist. Prior to writing for District Administration he worked in daily news all over the country, from the NYC suburbs to the Rocky Mountains, Silicon Valley and the U.S. Virgin Islands. He's also in a band.

Good news for higher ed: Applications are on the rise for fall 2023

College applications are up for fall 2023, the Common App's latest numbers show, including underrepresented and first-generation students.  

1 in 6 college students are literally gambling with their financial aid

Also concerning is that nearly a third of college gamblers reported spending less on food or running up credit card debt to fund their gambling habits.

Higher ed has 7 ‘wicked’ problems. Here’s how leaders can solve them

More flexible learning environments are required to meet the needs of new learner populations who are also looking for alternative models of financial support​.

Mockery of Asian language sparks calls for Purdue chancellor to step down

Faculty leaders have demanded the resignation of Purdue University Northwest Chancellor Thomas L. Keon after he blurted out a string of gibberish in a failed, offensive joke he made during a commencement ceremony.

Rising need and falling enrollment shut down another small private college

Holy Names University had "struggled to remain" open as administrators sought a merger as they grappled with rising operational costs, declining enrollment, and students' increased need for financial aid.

Holiday stress: 7 reasons students don’t feel merry and bright about winter break

Here's a big winter break paradox: A holiday stress survey finds that most students feel supported—and stressed out—by their families.

Is betting big on graduate school enrollment growth a major risk for higher ed?

It's been a bright spot for many universities in recent years, but leaders may not be able to hang all their financial hopes on continued growth. 

How customer relations tech is helping 11 HBCUs accelerate admissions

Thanks to the support of a non-profit, crucial—and often cost-prohibitive—customer relationship management software is now leveling the playing field when it comes to enrollment.

Financially strapped Cazenovia College to close at end of 2022-23 school year

Market conditions were "insurmountable" for Cazenovia College, which faces a deficit of several million dollars after a 40% decline in enrollment and investments made to cope with COVID.

How a college’s mobile app connects students when they can’t connect

Allowing students to download assignments so they complete their work offline is a key feature of Casper College's new mobile app.

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