Robert Cox+FollowWhy Uni Support Isn’t Helping Black StudentsTurns out, all those university programs meant to help black students in South Africa aren’t actually closing the gap. Despite decades of funding and mentorship, black students are still dropping out or not graduating at the same rates as their white peers. The real issue? These support systems don’t match what students actually need. Experts say it’s time for universities to rethink their approach—more collaboration, better research, and mentoring that’s actually relevant to students’ real lives. Time for a serious upgrade! #Education #HigherEd #StudentSupport30Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowHow Fed Cash Shapes Campus HiringTurns out, those strict diversity hiring rules at universities? They’re not just campus trends—they’re bankrolled by federal grants. Schools like Case Western and UC Irvine have been using NSF money to enforce diversity checkpoints, even pausing job searches if the applicant pool isn’t diverse enough. Deans and diversity officers now have major power over who gets hired, all thanks to millions in federal funding. Wild how much influence those grants have, right? #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowACC Hires a Real-Life Futurist?!Austin Community College just hired its first-ever 'futurist'—yep, that’s a real job! Dr. Monique Reeves is now the executive vice chancellor for the future (how cool is that?). She’s not using a magic 8 ball, but she is making sure ACC is ready for whatever comes next, especially with AI taking over. Her big focus? Training staff on AI before students, and making sure everyone’s set up for success—no matter what the future throws at them. #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowUC Drops DEI for Merit-Based HiringBig shakeup at University of Cincinnati: they're shutting down their DEI office and going back to hiring based purely on merit. No more 'box-checking'—now it's all about skills, experience, and who’s actually best for the job. Some say this will make the university stronger and more competitive. What do you think—does this move make sense, or is it a step backward? #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
Jessica Marshall+FollowLaw School Award Sparks OutrageA law student at UF wrote a wild paper claiming the Constitution only applies to white people—and actually got an award for it from his Trump-appointed professor. The same student then went on to post antisemitic rants online, leading to his suspension. The school says it’s about free speech, but tons of students and professors are calling out the double standards and the dangerous platforming of hate. This is one campus controversy that’s not dying down anytime soon. #CampusControversy #FreeSpeech #HigherEd #Education61Share
bobbyayala+Followleveling up during layoff season?Wondering if this unexpected career pause might be the perfect time to pursue that MS or PhD you've been considering? Or perhaps some certifications to boost your resume? I'm curious what fields you're all exploring! Let's share resources and insights—anyone found good programs or scholarships? #LayoffGlowUp #HigherEd #CareerBreak50Share
Julie Alexander+FollowStudent Loan Rates Just Jumped—Here’s the ScoopPrivate student loan rates are climbing again! Fixed rates for 10-year loans just hit 8.51%, up over a full percent from last week. Variable rates? They’re even higher at 9.89%. If you’re shopping for a loan, compare your options and don’t forget—federal loans usually have better perks. Pro tip: only borrow what you’ll make in your first year out of college. Got a co-signer? You’ll probably snag a better rate! #StudentLoans #CollegeFinance #MoneyMatters #LoanTips #HigherEd #Education51Share
Kathleen Pham+FollowShould Professors Use AI in Class?Imagine paying top dollar for college, only to find your professor is using artificial intelligence to write lecture notes. That’s what happened at Northeastern, sparking a heated debate: Is it fair for educators to rely on AI tools when students are told not to? Does this undermine the value of a human-led education, or is it just the next step in tech-driven learning? Where should we draw the line on AI in the classroom? #AIinEducation #TechEthics #HigherEd #DigitalLearning #Transparency #Tech00Share
Robert Cox+FollowCampus Protests: Smaller Crowds, Bigger RisksCampus protests are back, but things have seriously escalated. This spring, the crowds are smaller, but the stakes? Way higher. Schools are cracking down hard—think mass suspensions and even threats of deportation for international students. The government’s freezing research money and demanding stricter rules, all while students keep pushing for universities to cut ties with Israel and defense companies. Wild to see how much pressure both sides are under as the school year wraps up! #CampusProtests #StudentActivism #HigherEd #FreeSpeech #CollegeLife #Education00Share
vincentwilson+FollowProfessors Using AI: Smart Move or Double Standard?So, professors are now using ChatGPT to whip up course materials—even when their own syllabi ban students from doing the same. One student at Northeastern even demanded a tuition refund after spotting obvious AI-generated notes. With nearly 40% of faculty now tapping into generative tech, is this a clever way to streamline teaching, or are we looking at a growing double standard? Should educators be transparent about their AI use, or is this just the new normal in academia? #AIinEducation #TechEthics #ChatGPT #HigherEd #DigitalLearning #Tech00Share
