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Thanks so much to @dr.anthony_cruz for opening my eyes to how much what used to be MDCC South, now MDC Kendall Campus, has changed. I was truly amazed at what the four-year college has now become and enjoyed insight into Dr. Cruz's plans for the future. Stay tuned for more videos so you can see what's going on at MDC Kendall Campus. #keepingupwithkendall #nextmediadigital #nextmediadigital #digitalmarketing #digitalmarketingagency #digitalmarketingtips #marketingtips

Here, I represent myself. I am a graduate student and a University of Southern California (USC) employee. Below, I share my thoughts, and they do not represent those of my university or employer. Like many, I have been feeling disappointed, sad, and regretful after USC Valedictorian Asna Tabassum's opportunity to address the university's graduates was taken from her. It is disheartening to see our USC Unifying Values, which include a commitment to 'value different experiences, cultures, identities, and perspectives' and 'courageously engage in uncomfortable conversations,' contradicted by the Provost's decision. I am sad that USC student leaders, staff, and faculty who were external to the Provost's decision are now tasked with damage control on campus tours, residence halls, classrooms, and now, thanks to the media, beyond USC. I regret trusting a system that would ultimately collapse upon itself in this way, believing that words would translate to action. I also regret thinking that, for some reason, this would be different from previous campus controversies. Still, I remain committed to avoiding disposability as an emerging higher education administrator and student affairs professional. USC must do right by Asna and all students who are under undue fire for their orientations around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. I call on USC's leadership to reinstate Asna Tabassum's address and embrace USC's Unifying Value of open communication. What happened is unfair and unjust and is an affront to the very mission of the university. Let Asna Speak! #USC #USCTrojans #USCCommencement #USCGrad #USC2024 #FightOn

Big news for higher education in Texas! 🎓 The The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and UT Health San Antonio (UTHSA) are set to merge into a unified institution by 2025, as approved by the UT System Board of Regents. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dKGBTQqM This strategic integration will combine the strengths of both universities, creating a powerhouse in education, healthcare, and research. With UTSA’s top-tier research programs and UTHSA’s leading position in academic health, the new university will transform San Antonio and South Texas into a global hub of excellence. Once accredited, UTSA President Taylor Eighmy will lead the unified university. The merger will make it the third-largest research institution in Texas, with research expenditures nearing $470 million annually. #HigherEducation #SanAntonio #UTSystem #ResearchExcellence #HealthcareInnovation #UTSA #UTHSA Photo attribution: https://lnkd.in/dujx2x2d

📈 Exciting Growth at Vanderbilt University: A Look at Enrollment Trends We're thrilled to share a glimpse of Vanderbilt University's remarkable journey of growth and success over the past few years. Our latest infographic highlights the steady increase in total fall enrollment from 2017/2018 to 2021/2022, showcasing not just our commitment to excellence but also the growing trust and interest from students across the globe. The peak growth year of 2020/2021 and the continued rise in 2021/2022, with a 1.91% increase, underscore our institution's resilience and appeal. This trend is a testament to Vanderbilt's enduring dedication to providing top-notch education and a vibrant campus life, even in the face of challenges. As we celebrate these milestones, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Your unwavering support and commitment are the pillars of our success. Let's continue to strive for excellence, innovate, and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. #VanderbiltUniversity #Growth #EducationExcellence #EnrollmentTrends #HigherEducation

Most markets in the country are feeling a workforce crunch. The question becomes - how do we address the pressures? Microcredentials… By offering short, customized training focused on baseline manufacturing skills and fundamentals, we can be #nimble in responding to the labor needs of existing and future employers. Kudos to our friends at SUNY Orange for this dynamic, collaborative approach toward strategic economic development and job growth. #economicdevelopment

In recent news, our business school has been highlighted as one of the most Prominent Business Schools in the US & Canada to watch in 2024, as published in this month's Higher Education Digest magazine. Check out our article. #AlcornBusiness

#UNC has been named to Forbes' list of "new Ivies," recognized for its Ivy League-level education, quality and prestige. Carolina is the only North Carolina institution on the list, following the University’s recognition by The Princeton Review for its affordability as a best public university for value. To compile the list, Forbes analyzed 2022 admissions data for more than 1,700 colleges, screening for high standardized test scores and selective admission rates (below 50% at publics). Discover how the “new Ivies” list recognizes Carolina’s high-achieving graduates https://unc.live/4bNWdO6

Albany College of Pharmacy has been ranked #2 by Stacker as one of the 50 private colleges in the U.S. that are most worth the money.  Methodology includes the 40-year net present value, median earnings after 10 years, net-price, graduation rate, and median debt for students. Our academic programs and experiential experience opportunities yield results for careers. With 17 undergraduate and graduate programs spanning pharmacy and the health sciences, it's time you took a look at ACPHS! Learn more about our academic programs>> acphs.edu/academics

Only a couple of years into our work, the NISS is starting to see impressive outcomes for our partner institutions. The initial group of NISS client universities—in Kansas, Texas, Georgia, Michigan, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Maryland—have averaged a 3.53-point improvement in retention rates, outpacing the national average improvement (of 0.8 point) by more than four times! Across the more than 1.2 million students currently enrolled at NISS institutions, this improvement in student progression translates into roughly 42,000 more students staying enrolled in college every year. Special congratulations to the campus teams at Pittsburg State University (KS) and Albany State University (GA) for achieving gains in retention rates of 15 and 10 points, respectively. Our NISS partners are doing the hard work of scaling data-informed improvements to their student support systems--and transforming lives by the thousands! #NISS #studentsuccess #highered #data #retentionrates #studentretention

I am happy to be part of the CELT cohort and looking forward to our sessions to learn more about AI and its implications in education. #ai #education #CELT #UK