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Cade Brumley Appointed President of University of Louisiana System, Vacating State Education Post

Cade Brumley Appointed President of University of Louisiana System, Vacating State Education Post

Cade Brumley, currently the Louisiana State Superintendent of Education, has been unanimously appointed as the next president of the University of Louisiana System. This appointment follows the resignation of the current president, Rick Gallot, effective December 1. The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors approved Gallot's resignation before voting to appoint Brumley. Brumley's new role will shift his focus from overseeing Louisiana's K-12 public education system to leading one of the state's largest public higher education networks. During his tenure as State Superintendent since June 2020, Brumley emphasized a back-to-basics approach, focusing on literacy, mathematics, teacher support, and student achievement. The Louisiana Department of Education noted improvements in the state's national academic rankings under his leadership, with Louisiana moving from 49th in 2019 to 32nd nationally on the National Assessment of Educational Progress. He also spearheaded initiatives in early literacy, ...

Cade Brumley Appointed President of University of Louisiana System, Replacing Rick Gallot

Cade Brumley Appointed President of University of Louisiana System, Replacing Rick Gallot

The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors has announced the appointment of state education Superintendent Cade Brumley as its new president, replacing Rick Gallot. Gallot's resignation is effective December 1. This change in leadership follows a report by The Times-Picayune indicating that Gallot owes $350,000 in back taxes and has a federal tax lien against him. Brumley, an ally of Governor Jeff Landry, was hired to oversee the state education department in 2020 and has been credited with improving Louisiana's test scores and education ranking. His selection for the UL System job surprised K-12 school advocates, though rumors of his departure from his current role had circulated for over a year. The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education will now need to find a replacement for Brumley, with no timeline announced yet.

Vice Chancellor Mike Andreasen Departs UNC Amid Donation Success and Workplace Allegations

Vice Chancellor Mike Andreasen Departs UNC Amid Donation Success and Workplace Allegations

Mike Andreasen, Vice Chancellor for University Development at UNC, is departing from his position after three years to become the executive vice president for university development and alumni relations at Columbia University. During his tenure at UNC, Andreasen led the University Development Office (UDO) to significant fundraising achievements, including raising $606 million in fiscal year 2026 and engaging over 50,000 donors, marking the second-highest year for donations in UNC's history. However, his time at UNC was also characterized by allegations of a toxic work environment. Reports from The Assembly in May indicated that nearly 17% of UDO employees left since Andreasen's arrival, with 25 departures occurring after the centralization of UDO positions as part of the University's ServiceFirst cost-cutting initiative. An anonymous email to University leadership, obtained by The Daily Tar Heel, further claimed that the consolidation strained donor relationships and that Andreasen fostered a 'high school-...

Saint Louis University Honors Long-Serving Employees at Presidential Service Awards

Saint Louis University Honors Long-Serving Employees at Presidential Service Awards

Saint Louis University (SLU) recently held its Presidential Service Awards breakfast ceremony to recognize employees who have dedicated significant years of service to the institution. The event, held on Tuesday, November 10, in the Wool Ballrooms at the Busch Student Center, celebrated faculty and staff with tenures ranging from 10 to 55 years. Mickey Luna, vice president for human resources, emphasized that the university's true strength lies in its people, who are responsible for student formation, patient care, and groundbreaking discoveries. Kathy Johnson, Ph.D., executive vice president and provost, echoed this sentiment, highlighting that long-serving individuals are crucial assets who sustain traditions, steward values, mentor new colleagues, and preserve the institution's unique culture. The ceremony featured speeches from three long-time employees: Randy R. Richter, Ph.D., professor of physical therapy and athletic training (40 years); Sandra Cornell, director of research planning and development...

University of North Carolina at Charlotte Implements New International Travel Request Process

University of North Carolina at Charlotte Implements New International Travel Request Process

Effective November 16, 2026, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is introducing a new, dedicated international travel request process. This change will require all international travel requests to use a separate system, distinct from the existing domestic travel request process, which will remain unchanged for travel within the 50 states and neighboring U.S. territories. The update aims to streamline the verification and purchase of international travel insurance and ensure proper safety oversight. Trips to high-risk destinations, identified as U.S. Department of State Level 3 or Level 4 Travel Advisories, will be automatically routed for additional review and approval. This new process applies to all new travel requests submitted on or after the effective date; previously submitted requests do not require revision.

Iowa Board of Regents Appoints Brian Lai as Director of Intellectual Freedom Center After Previous Candidate Declined

Iowa Board of Regents Appoints Brian Lai as Director of Intellectual Freedom Center After Previous Candidate Declined

The Iowa Board of Regents has selected Brian Lai, a political science associate professor at the University of Iowa (UI), as the new permanent director for the Center for Intellectual Freedom. This appointment follows the previous selection, Carson Holloway, a professor from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, declining the offer to take a position at the University of Florida. Board President Robert Cramer stated that the center, which was inactive this past year, is undergoing a restart. The board conducted closed-session interviews before announcing Lai's appointment at its November 12 meeting. Lai has been with the UI since 2001 and holds bachelor's degrees in political science and international studies from Northwestern University, along with a political science doctorate from Emory University. The center's advisory council presented two candidates to the board after a national search was relaunched.

HESS National Conference 2026 to Convene Higher Education Leaders in Louisville, Kentucky

HESS National Conference 2026 to Convene Higher Education Leaders in Louisville, Kentucky

The Higher Education Systems & Services (HESS) Consortium is set to host its annual National Conference from November 16-18, 2026, at The Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. This event serves as a key gathering for CIOs, CFOs, and technology leaders from private, nonprofit colleges and universities across the United States. The conference agenda includes three days of member presentations, software demonstrations, and hands-on workshops. Discussions will focus on critical areas such as administrative systems, technology strategy, cybersecurity, data and artificial intelligence, and shared-service models. The HESS National Conference is designed to foster peer-driven conversations, addressing common challenges faced by private institutions in the higher education sector. Student First, in partnership with Doctums, will be attending to engage with HESS members regarding modern, cloud-native Student Information Systems (SIS) and implementation strategies.

Academic Libraries Invited to Participate in Research on Book Approval Plan Success Metrics

Academic Libraries Invited to Participate in Research on Book Approval Plan Success Metrics

Academic libraries are invited to participate in a research study titled 'Defining Success Metrics for Book Approval Plans in Academic Libraries.' The study aims to investigate how these institutions define and measure the effectiveness of their book approval plans. The research will focus on identifying the specific metrics and criteria academic libraries use to evaluate the performance of these plans. Furthermore, it seeks to compare how definitions of success may vary across different types of institutions and among librarians in various roles. A key objective is to examine how academic libraries prioritize competing factors such as cost-effectiveness, material usage, operational efficiency, and bibliodiversity in their assessment of approval plans. The survey, which is part of this study, is expected to take 5-10 minutes to complete and will remain open until December 18, 2026.

Academic Libraries Surveyed on Defining Success Metrics for Book Approval Plans

Academic Libraries Surveyed on Defining Success Metrics for Book Approval Plans

A research study, IRB Protocol 26-0725, is being conducted by Arthur Aguilera, Principal Investigator and Head of Collection Development & Assessment Unit at the University of Colorado Boulder, to examine how academic libraries define and measure the success of book approval plans. The study aims to identify the metrics and criteria academic libraries use to evaluate approval plan performance, compare how definitions of success vary across institution types and librarian roles, and examine how libraries prioritize competing factors such as cost, usage, efficiency, and bibliodiversity. Academic librarians who interact with or manage book approval plans are invited to participate in a 5-10 minute survey, which will remain open until December 18, 2026. This initiative seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of current practices and challenges in academic library collection development.

ETSU National Alumni Association Details CPA Alumni Membership Application Process

ETSU National Alumni Association Details CPA Alumni Membership Application Process

ETSU National Alumni Association Details CPA Alumni Membership Application Process

Paul A. Mayer, Emeritus Faculty Member, to be Honored with Memorial Service

Paul A. Mayer, Emeritus Faculty Member, to be Honored with Memorial Service

Memorial services for Paul A. “Babe” Mayer, an emeritus faculty member, are scheduled for November 17 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker, 407 W. Fourth St. Mayer passed away on October 31. During his tenure, Mayer taught in the college’s exercise science program and was widely recognized for his contributions as a coach and a local sports commentator. The announcement of his memorial service follows a previous Penn College News post on November 4 regarding his passing. The service will provide an opportunity for colleagues, former students, and community members to pay their respects and commemorate his life and work.

University of Alabama Employees Drive Capstone Convergence Initiative Forward

University of Alabama Employees Drive Capstone Convergence Initiative Forward

The University of Alabama's multiyear initiative, Capstone Convergence, has made significant progress since its launch in December 2025, aiming to modernize administrative systems and improve operational efficiency. This initiative supports the university's vision for a 'future-ready flagship' by strengthening systems and processes related to HR, finance, and research administration. Key milestones include the transition to Okta authentication for enhanced security and the groundwork laid for the Collaborative Operations & Research Ecosystem (CORE) and Workday systems, scheduled for implementation in February 2027 and February 2028, respectively. The project is largely driven by UA employees who contribute their expertise in addition to their regular roles, with 24 Readiness Teams from various colleges and divisions actively involved in gathering feedback and preparing for changes. Employee engagement is also fostered through programs like Change Champions and the Capstone Convergence Connection newsletter...