Tag: higher_education
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Columbia Fundraising Chief Susan Feagin to Step Back as Three GS Alums Hold Senior Roles
Susan Feagin, a 1974 School of General Studies graduate and Columbia’s interim development chief, will step back this month as three GS alumni hold senior leadership roles.
BusinessEducationSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Columbia UniversitySusan FeaginSchool of General StudiesLisa Rosen-MetschKeren Yarhi-MiloFundraisingHigher Educationnewsletter
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George Mason researcher wins $640,000 NSF CAREER award for robot learning
George Mason researcher Xuan Wang wins a $640,000 NSF CAREER award for robot learning, as an AI literacy program expands and Mason Korea welcomes students from nine countries.
Science & TechnologySportMediaEducationArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsAsiaSocial Issues George Mason UniversityNational Science FoundationXuan WangMason KoreaCollege BasketballHigher EducationGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax CountyReston
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Dartmouth Reports Russo Hall Opening, Campus Construction, Media Workshop, and Ectopic Pregnancy Concerns
Dartmouth College reports Russo Hall opening marks housing progress, campus construction continues, a media workshop trains journalists, and a professor calls for investigating ectopic pregnancy deaths.
HealthMedical ScienceMediaPolitics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEducationLegal Dartmouth CollegeRusso HallHigher EducationMedicine in the Media WorkshopCaitlin MyersEctopic PregnancyAbortion Bans
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Ohio Awarded $50 Million Federal Talent Search Grant for Student Success
Ohio secures a $50 million federal Talent Search Grant, the largest award, to support 20,000 low-income and first-generation students annually across 130 schools, fostering postsecondary success and career opportunities.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborSocial Issues OhioTalent Search GrantHigher EducationMike DeWineStudent SupportCollege AccessOhio Governors Office
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Rice University Experts and Research Featured Prominently in National and Local News
Rice University faculty and research are making headlines, offering expertise on President Trump's Venezuela oil deal, Texas politics, urban housing, and scientific breakthroughs, alongside campus developments and sports achievements.
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Media Monitor: Dartmouth Provost names leadership fellows; warns of cannabis complication
Dartmouth News Today reports the Provost has appointed inaugural leadership fellows to focus on AI and global partnerships, while also highlighting a warning about a severe complication from long-term cannabis use.
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President Mnookin Welcomes New Undergraduates in First Columbia Convocation
Columbia University's new President Jennifer L. Mnookin welcomed incoming undergraduates at her first Convocation, expressing kinship with the new class. She actively engaged with the university and local community throughout her inaugural summer.
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Yale Highlights AI's Mental Health Impact, Cancer Breakthroughs, and Arts Recognition
Yale University addresses AI-induced psychosis, unveils promising T-cell therapy for aggressive brain cancer, and prepares to honor conductor Gustavo Dudamel. The institution also welcomed its new class of 2030 students.
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Governor DeWine Announces Extensive Appointments to Ohio Boards and Commissions
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced numerous appointments and reappointments to state boards and commissions, impacting higher education, public safety, health, and financial oversight. These roles are crucial for the state's governance and strategic direction.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEducationState GovernmentsMedical ScienceLegalBankingSocial Issues Ohio Governor Mike DeWineGovernment AppointmentsHigher EducationState BoardsOhioPublic SafetyHealth CommissionsOhio Governors Office
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Yale Welcomes New Students, Announces Research Breakthroughs
Yale College welcomes its Class of 2030 and new transfer and adult students. The university also highlights new research in cancer treatments and a major collaboration to tackle turbulence in physics.
Science & TechnologyHealthEducationMedical ScienceEnvironmentClimate ChangeSocial IssuesFilm and TVComputers and Internet Yale UniversityHigher EducationCell DivisionCancer TreatmentTurbulencePhysicsResearchUniversity
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Rice University Builds Momentum with Record Demand and Historic Growth
Rice University is experiencing historic growth, fueled by record student demand, expanding faculty, and significant research. The university earned top national rankings, celebrated faculty achievements, and invested in campus infrastructure and sustainability.
Science & TechnologyBusinessSportHealthEducationArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceEconomyFederal Government Rice UniversityHigher EducationUniversity RankingsResearchCampus DevelopmentSustainability
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House to Consider Bills on Mineral Production, Whale Protection, and Higher Education
The House of Representatives will consider legislation on mineral production, North Atlantic right whale protections, and higher education funding. A resolution condemning socialism and rules for suspending motions are also on the agenda for September 1, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEducationGeneral PoliticsCongressEconomyEnvironment U.S. House of RepresentativesLegislationMineral ProductionNorth Atlantic Right WhaleHigher EducationSocialismIsraelU.S. Library of Congress
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Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal Draws Scrutiny as Rice Experts Analyze Global and Domestic Impacts
President Trump's Venezuela oil deal sparks debate, while Rice University experts analyze its global energy implications and domestic political shifts. The university also navigates significant student growth.
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Yale Welcomes New Students Amidst Breakthroughs in Vaccine and Aging Research
Yale University welcomed new students, emphasizing community and embracing uncertainty. The week also featured Yale research breakthroughs in a norovirus vaccine and insights into slowing the aging process through diet and exercise.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessMediaMedical ScienceComputers and InternetEconomyEducationSocial Issues Yale UniversityNorovirus VaccineAging ResearchStudent LifeHigher EducationPublic HealthNew HavenUniversity
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U.S. Census Bureau Expands College Earnings and Employment Data
The U.S. Census Bureau expanded its Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) data, adding 165 institutions across eight states. This tool helps prospective college students research earnings and employment outcomes by major and degree level, now covering 40% of U.S. graduates.
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Concerns Rise Over AI Healthcare Tools Lacking Evidence
Warnings are emerging about the risks of approving AI tools in healthcare without robust evidence, potentially harming patients. Meanwhile, the Class of 2030 has begun settling into university life.
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Governor Ivey to Proclaim College Colors Day in Alabama
Governor Kay Ivey will proclaim September 4, 2026, as College Colors Day in Alabama, celebrating the state's 14 public universities. The event on August 27 will highlight higher education's role in bettering citizens' lives.
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Yale University Welcomes New Students, Showcases Diverse Initiatives
Yale University welcomed new students with messages of encouragement and a challenge to embrace uncertainty. The university also highlighted its orthopaedic trauma training, climate research on extreme heat, and student housing and mentorship programs.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessEducationMedical ScienceEnvironmentEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Yale UniversityNew StudentsOrthopaedic TraumaClimate ChangeExtreme HeatMentorship ProgramHigher EducationUniversity
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George Mason University Welcomes Record Undergraduate Class Amidst New Initiatives
George Mason University sees record undergraduate enrollment, expands quantum science partnerships in South Korea, and offers unique student internships and summer technology programs, fostering growth and innovation.
Science & TechnologySportMediaWorldEducationArtificial IntelligenceEmployment and LaborAsiaSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing George Mason UniversityStudent EnrollmentQuantum TechnologySouth KoreaStudent InternshipSummer ProgramsHigher EducationGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax CountyReston
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Penn Welcomes Class of 2030 and Transfer Students at 287th Convocation
The University of Pennsylvania officially welcomed its Class of 2030 and transfer students at the 287th academic year Convocation, with President J. Larry Jameson likening their journey to an "Odyssey".
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Columbia University Launches Comprehensive Guide and Mentorship for Class of 2026
Columbia University welcomes its Class of 2026 with a new guide and mentorship program. Students, faculty, and alumni offer advice on navigating campus, city life, academics, and building connections for a successful "odyssey."
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Dartmouth College Appoints Carrie Colla '01 as New Guarini School Dean
Dartmouth College has named Geisel professor Carrie Colla '01 as the new dean of its Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. Her appointment is notably featured in a recent Women in Academia Report.
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University of Pennsylvania Welcomes Class of 2030 Amidst Campus Buzz and Research Innovations
Penn welcomed over 5,000 new students, including 2,247 first-years, with a week of orientation activities. The university also highlighted breakthroughs in AI-powered memory restoration and unique whale call research.
Science & TechnologyHealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessEducationArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEnvironment University of PennsylvaniaHigher EducationCampus LifeResearchMemory RestorationPhiladelphia
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California Celebrates One Million CalKIDS Accounts, Launches New Savings Challenge
Governor Newsom and First Partner celebrate one million CalKIDS "baby bonds" claimed, providing funds for higher education. The state also launches the California Golden Start Challenge, a public-private partnership to boost children's savings for college and careers.
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Media Monitor: Cornell Chronicle Details New Student Arrivals, Research, and Legal Expert's Media Commentary
Cornell Chronicle reports on the arrival of nearly 4,300 new students, white coat ceremonies for aspiring clinicians, and diverse research from measles risk to quantum computing. It also highlights a law professor's quote in Fortune.
HealthScience & TechnologyEducationBusinessMedical ScienceNanotechnologyComputers and InternetEnvironmentLegal Cornell UniversityNew StudentsHigher EducationResearchMeaslesQuantum ComputingMeta PlatformsCornell Chronicle
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Penn Welcomes New Students, Showcases Research Innovations
University of Pennsylvania welcomed its first-year students while highlighting significant research. Discoveries include brain tumor organoids, a digital twin for safer roads, and an AI tool for autism evaluations, demonstrating Penn's commitment to innovation and community impact.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessEducationMedical ScienceComputers and InternetEmployment and LaborTransportationSocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaMedical ResearchUrban PlanningArtificial IntelligenceHigher EducationTechnology
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Ohio Leaders Continue 'Heart of Opportunity' Tour, Highlight Business Success and Workforce Development
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel continued their Heart of Opportunity Tour in Toledo and Lima, celebrating Ohio's No. 1 business ranking. They highlighted workforce development at UToledo and manufacturing strength at P&G, emphasizing investments in people…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation OhioMike DeWineJim TresselHeart of Opportunity TourWorkforce DevelopmentManufacturingHigher EducationOhio Governors Office
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Rice University Welcomes Largest Freshman Class in History
Rice University has welcomed its largest-ever freshman class of over 1,350 students, alongside transfer students, for O-Week. The week-long orientation includes move-in, matriculation, and the opening of new residential colleges, Lovett and Chao, marking a historic start to the academic…
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Yale Research Explores Allergy Changes, Bird Habitats, and Announces New Vice Provost
Yale University unveils new research on evolving childhood allergies and extreme weather's impact on bird habitats. The institution also announced Heather Tookes as its inaugural vice provost for faculty and academic affairs.
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Arkansas Launches ACCESS Portal to Streamline College Applications
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Department of Education launched the ACCESS Portal, a new universal application system. It simplifies college admissions for high school seniors, offering one form, one login, and no fees for up to five institutions,…
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