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University of Austin Enters Its First Academic Year
The newly minted, hotly debated university, founded by some vocal conservative figures, opened the doors to it first cohort of freshmen.
Housing Woes Abound as Fall Semester Begins
Students living in hotels miles from campus. Six students sharing a single shower. These are just a few of the solutions from this year’s overcrowded campuses.
Voices of Student Success: Addressing Student Protests With a First-Year Seminar
Michigan State to Pay $2.8M in Fines for Breaking Agreement
Ep. 126: Voices of Student Success: The Role of Belonging in Campus Conflict, Protests
Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in October 2023, colleges and universities have seen heightened tensions on campus as student protesters demand change from their administrators.
Academic Success Tip: Offer Short-Term Courses
Research from Ad Astra finds eight-week courses can increase students’ annual credit completion. To build a short-term schedule, campus leaders should identify goals and make sure programs are aligned for ease of student experience.
Campus Engagement Tip: Encouraging Student Voting
Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, colleges, community organizations and student advocates are looking to boost on-campus civic engagement through voter registration and participation initiatives.
Cass Sunstein Wants to Help Universities Navigate Free Speech Conflicts
The legal scholar presents a wide range of speech-related scenarios that university administrators may have to navigate this fall—and in perpetuity.