Leaders say AI transformative potential outweighs risks
Higher education leaders see AI as transformative, with opportunities outweighing risks. Why it matters AI has the potential to revolutionize education, personalizing learning experiences and improving efficiency. The big picture College presidents compare AI's impact...
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Davenport University’s Prior Learning Program: A Win-Win for Students and Institution
The big picture Davenport University in Michigan has implemented an innovative program to award college credit for students' prior learning and work experience, reducing time and cost to degree completion. Why it matters This approach benefits both students and the...
Rio Salado College’s Best Practices for Supporting Underserved Communities
Rio Salado College's Best Practices for Serving Underserved Communities Why it matters Rio Salado College, founded in 1978, has a long-standing mission to serve underserved communities. The big picture President Kate Smith outlines three key strategies: Flexibility:...
Building Autism-Supportive Institutions
By Dr. Lisa Vollendorf, Empire State University Empire State University (SUNY Empire) has supported, since our founding in 1971, a broad range of students. We proudly help learners of all ages and from all walks of life achieve their educational dreams. As New York’s...
Navigating the Financial Aid Maze: Expert Insights from James Bergeron
James Bergeron, President of the National Council of Higher Education Resources, highlights four key issues in higher education finance: Student loan repayment and on-ramp challenges Legal hurdles facing the SAVE plan Broad student loan forgiveness debates FAFSA...
Best Practices for Expanding Pathways to Success
By Madeline Pumariega, Miami Dade College In today’s knowledge economy it is our responsibility as education leaders to ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to achieve their academic and career goals. While education is often...
Introducing “Required Reading”: Your Daily Dose of Higher Education News
We are thrilled to announce the launch of "Required Reading," a new feature on the Presidents Forum website designed to keep you informed about the latest developments in higher education. Every weekday, our team will curate a selection of essential news articles...
CHIPS and Science Act: Major Strides in Reshaping U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing
In recent months, the federal CHIPS and Science Act has made significant strides in reshaping the landscape of semiconductor manufacturing in the United States. This landmark legislation, signed into law in August 2022, aims to bolster domestic chip production,...
Presidents Forum outlines higher ed innovations for next POTUS
Why it matters Higher Education has struggled to adapt to changing student demographics and needs, emerging technologies, and effective distance education options. The new presidential administration and department of education must energetically engage in practices...
Data-Driven Revolution: Beth Akers on Reshaping Higher Education
From the Inside Sources PodcastThe big picture Beth Akers, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, discusses the critical role of data in improving higher education outcomes and decision-making. Key takeaways Data transparency is crucial: Akers emphasizes...
The Presidents Forum is ramping up its thought leadership initiatives and expanding its reach
What's happening New website launch: (http://presidensforum.org) now serves as a hub for presidential thought leadership, with frequent content updates. Upcoming features: A news aggregation service will offer daily curated higher education articles. Content focus:...
WGU President Advocates for Accountability and Bold Reform
Why it matters Higher education institutions need to be held accountable for student outcomes and embrace innovation to remain relevant and valuable. The big picture President Pulsipher emphasizes two main points: Increasing accountability for outcomes: Institutions...
Delivering Lift
The big picture UMass Global Chancellor David Andrews advises the Department of Education to focus on improving student outcomes and experiences while maintaining accountability. Key Points Challenge legacy metrics like seat time and Carnegie units Rethink "regular...
Why Improving Educational Benefits Is a Good Deal for the Military and Service Members
By Dr. Mark D. Milliron, National University The nation’s population of college students is evolving rapidly, reflecting a broader spectrum of life experiences and responsibilities. Today’s learners are not only pursuing their degrees but are also balancing roles as...
The Imperative of Skills Acquisition in Higher Education: A Call to Action
By Gregory W. Fowler, PhD Today’s rapidly evolving job market makes new demands of higher education, as learners turn to shorter, just-in-time learning experiences—flexible, stackable, and cost effective—to build skillsets explicitly tailored to their professional...
Think outside the degree
By Anne Kress, NOVA The third annual Northern Virginia Workforce Index reveals a region mirroring the struggle of many major metropolitan areas: a booming economy but a persistent talent shortage. Companies are hiring, but workforce availability is a challenge that...
Policymakers Need Better Data on Economic Outcomes in Higher Education
By Stig Leschly, Postsecondary Commission Almost all US college students – no matter who they are and no matter where or when in life they attend college – report that a higher wage, a better job and a viable career are their top motivations for going to college. A...
Empowering working learners with President Mark Milliron
Why it matters These steps could create a more inclusive higher education landscape, better serving all students: • Recognition: Acknowledge diverse student populations, including working learners. • Regulation: Implement an "ander pause" to ensure policies work for...
Lisa Vollendorf on Higher Education Access and Reform
Why it matters President Vollendorf's insights look to shape future higher education policies, especially regarding access and affordability. Key takeaways Empire State University focuses on accessibility and serving learners of all ages. Current incentive structures...
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