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University of Miami Professor Mentors Next Generation of Nurses

University of Miami Professor Mentors Next Generation of Nurses

Dr. LaToya Lewis, a professor at the University of Miami, is actively engaged in mentoring the next generation of nurses. Her efforts are highlighted as part of the 'Miami Proud' initiative by CBS News Miami. Dr. Lewis believes that the future of healthcare is shaped within the classroom, emphasizing the critical role of education in developing skilled and understanding healthcare professionals. This mentorship program focuses on equipping aspiring nurses with the necessary expertise and compassionate approach to lead in the evolving healthcare landscape. The initiative underscores the importance of academic institutions in fostering future leaders in the medical field, particularly in nursing, which is a cornerstone of patient care.

University of Montana Seeks Assistant Professor of Silviculture to Advance Sustainable Forest Management

University of Montana Seeks Assistant Professor of Silviculture to Advance Sustainable Forest Management

The University of Montana's Department of Forest Management (DFM) is seeking to hire a full-time academic year tenure-track Assistant Professor of Silviculture. This position aims to enhance the DFM's mission of providing innovation and leadership in using active forest management for beneficial ecological and socioeconomic outcomes. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing an extramurally funded research program, translating research into practical applications for contemporary forest management, and contributing to the Society of American Foresters accredited professional B.S. Forestry curriculum. Teaching duties will include undergraduate and graduate courses in silviculture, along with mentoring graduate students and advising undergraduates. The DFM emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to sustainable forest landscape management, with faculty actively engaged in research areas such as fire and water sciences, remote sensing, biometrics, forest and fire ecology, and silviculture.

Rutgers Law School Launches Part-Time Online J.D. Program, Expanding Access to Legal Education

Rutgers Law School Launches Part-Time Online J.D. Program, Expanding Access to Legal Education

Rutgers Law School has introduced a new part-time, hybrid Online J.D. program, making it the 23rd ABA-accredited law school to offer such an option. This program is designed to provide flexibility for working professionals, caregivers, and other adults who may not be able to attend a traditional law school. Students will participate in live online evening classes two to three times per week and will also be required to attend eight in-person sessions, each lasting four to five days, at Rutgers Law’s Camden campus. These in-person intensives are intended to foster practical lawyering skills, professional identity, and connections with faculty, classmates, and the broader Rutgers Law community. Johanna Bond, dean of Rutgers Law School, emphasized that this initiative aligns with the school's commitment to access, affordability, and opportunity, which are core pillars of its strategic plan. The curriculum is structured to meet the same academic standards and learning outcomes as the traditional J.D. programs,...

Systematic Review Highlights Evolution and Gaps in Public Administration Education

Systematic Review Highlights Evolution and Gaps in Public Administration Education

A comprehensive systematic literature review, analyzing 102 peer-reviewed articles published between 1987 and 2021, has characterized the teaching and learning of public administration. The study, which utilized seven databases and included both English and Spanish language articles, found that research in public administration education is predominantly concentrated in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States. The review identified public ethics, leadership, research, and the integration of theory and practice as main curricular themes. Decision-making, policy analysis, and applied research were highlighted as key professional competencies emphasized in the field. Pedagogically, active, collaborative, and experiential approaches are prevalent. The study also noted a greater thematic and methodological heterogeneity in English-language literature compared to Spanish-language articles, with the latter often focusing on institutional and professionalizing perspectives aimed at strengthening...

Harvard Law Faculty Criticize UCLA Chancellor's Statement on 9/11 Conference

Harvard Law Faculty Criticize UCLA Chancellor's Statement on 9/11 Conference

Eleven Harvard Law School faculty members have joined nearly 300 law school professors in calling for University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Chancellor Julio J. Frenk to retract a statement he made regarding a symposium on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The symposium, hosted by UCLA School of Law, featured Melanie T. Partow, a lawyer who has represented Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged principal architect of the 9/11 attacks. Chancellor Frenk's statement distanced UCLA from the event, asserting that the university rejects antisemitism and terrorism and that academic freedom does not necessitate neutrality on these issues. He also stated that speaking at UCLA should not be mistaken for university endorsement of viewpoints or indifference to pain caused to community members. The faculty letter argues that Frenk's statement implies the conference endorsed antisemitism and terrorism, which they deem inaccurate and a dangerous violation of academic freedom, misinterpreting the rule o...

Ohio State University Offers MA Program in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies

Ohio State University Offers MA Program in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies

The Ohio State University is currently accepting applications for its Master of Arts (MA) program in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies. This interdisciplinary program is designed to prepare students for careers in government, non-profit organizations, or the public sector, as well as to provide a foundation for those pursuing a Ph.D. The curriculum emphasizes language skills and regional knowledge, crucial for understanding and analyzing the events, culture, history, and politics of Eastern Europe and Eurasia. Students can specialize in various languages, including Bosnian-Croatian-Serbian, Modern Greek, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Turkish, Ukrainian, or Yiddish. The program boasts a large faculty with concentrations in Central Asia, Central Europe, Eastern Europe, Russia, and Southeastern Europe, offering courses across disciplines such as architecture, film, geography, history, international studies, political science, and public health. The application deadline for international applicants is N...

Grand Canyon Education Experiences Valuation Compression Despite Strong Fundamentals

Grand Canyon Education Experiences Valuation Compression Despite Strong Fundamentals

Grand Canyon Education Experiences Valuation Compression Despite Strong Fundamentals

Auburn College of Education Alumna Katelyn Nelson Shapes AI Future in Education

Auburn College of Education Alumna Katelyn Nelson Shapes AI Future in Education

Katelyn Nelson, an alumna of Auburn University's College of Education, is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education. As the academic innovation and emerging technologies specialist for Auburn's Biggio Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, Nelson is tasked with guiding faculty, staff, and students through the rapidly evolving landscape of AI. Her journey to this influential position is rooted in her doctoral studies in the Administration of Higher Education program at Auburn, which provided her with both technical expertise and a framework for collaborative leadership. Nelson credits her graduate assistantships and strong mentorship, particularly from Associate Professor David Marshall and Biggio Center Executive Director Asim Ali, for preparing her for her current role.

Université Laval Seeks Faculty Position in Arctic Defense and Security to Bolster Research

Université Laval Seeks Faculty Position in Arctic Defense and Security to Bolster Research

The Graduate School of International Studies (ESEI) at Université Laval, located in Quebec City, Canada, is actively seeking applications for a faculty position specializing in Arctic defense and security. The application deadline for this position is October 30, 2026. This initiative aims to strengthen research and teaching in a field of growing international importance. The competition is open to scholars from a wide range of disciplines relevant to Arctic defense and security dynamics, including economics, law, geography, history, management, and political science. The successful candidate will be appointed to the Desgagnés Chair in Arctic Defense and Security and will receive a substantial research budget exceeding $200,000 per year for five years. The anticipated start date for the position is June 1, 2027, with a flexibility to begin no later than September 1, 2027.

Horowitz Foundation Announces 2027 Grant Applications for Social Policy Research

Horowitz Foundation Announces 2027 Grant Applications for Social Policy Research

The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy has opened applications for its 2027 awards, offering financial support to emerging scholars undertaking dissertation-level research in the social sciences. Established in 1997, the Foundation aims to advance research and understanding in major social science fields, having awarded hundreds of grants globally since 1999. These small research grants are specifically designed to assist aspiring PhD students who are at the dissertation stage and require financial resources for activities such as research development, data collection, fieldwork, analysis, and documentation. The supported research is expected to address contemporary issues relevant to the social sciences and social policy, encouraging applicants to demonstrate how their proposed work contributes to understanding important social issues, policy questions, or broader areas of social science research. The Foundation emphasizes supporting scholars at a crucial stage of their academic development, rather tha...

Babson College Maintains No. 1 Ranking for Entrepreneurship for 30th Consecutive Year

Babson College Maintains No. 1 Ranking for Entrepreneurship for 30th Consecutive Year

Babson College Maintains No. 1 Ranking for Entrepreneurship for 30th Consecutive Year

New York Medical College Expands Clinical Skills and Simulation Center with Federal Funding

New York Medical College Expands Clinical Skills and Simulation Center with Federal Funding

New York Medical College (NYMC) in Valhalla has officially opened its expanded Clinical Skills and Simulation Center (CSSC) following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The renovation project increased the CSSC's size by 5,000 square feet, bringing its total area to 27,000 square feet. This expansion includes the addition of seven new medical suites, classrooms, and labs, along with two more standardized patient exam rooms, raising the total to 22. A new entrance to the center was also part of the upgrades. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand played a crucial role in securing federal funding for this project. According to Alan Kadish, M.D., president of Touro University and NYMC, this investment ensures that students are trained to the highest standards and reinforces NYMC’s leadership in medical education. Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer of NYMC, highlighted the facility's role in preparing physicians and clinicians for the increasing complexity of healthcare. The CSSC features advan...