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Association for Computers and the Humanities Advocates for National Endowment for the Humanities Funding

Association for Computers and the Humanities Advocates for National Endowment for the Humanities Funding

The Association for Computers and the Humanities (ACH) has publicly affirmed its commitment to supporting and advocating for the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). The organization has issued a statement of support for the NEH and has created a visualization tool, accessible at impact.ach.org, to illustrate the potential consequences of funding cuts to the NEH. ACH's primary activities revolve around cultivating and strengthening the field of digital humanities, providing guidance and support to individuals entering this evolving area. This advocacy comes amidst ongoing discussions about federal funding for cultural and academic institutions, emphasizing the critical role the NEH plays in fostering scholarship and public understanding of the humanities.
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Yale Awarded America's First PhD in 1861

Yale Awarded America's First PhD in 1861

Yale University, one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in the United States, began its journey in 1701 as the Collegiate School. Esta...
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Wiley Seeks Research and Data Analyst for STEM Education Efficacy Studies

Wiley Seeks Research and Data Analyst for STEM Education Efficacy Studies

Wiley, through its zyBooks division, is actively seeking a part-time Research and Data Analyst. This role is crucial for leading and conducting internal and external research efforts focused on STEM education. The analyst will be responsible for evaluating student efficacy with AI tools and conducting research on student learning across various STEM disciplines, including Computer Science, IT, Data Science, Engineering, AI, Math, and Statistics. A key aspect of the position involves publishing research results in high-quality conferences and journals to disseminate findings to the STEM education community. The role also requires using data analytics to continuously improve zyBooks' content and platform by assessing effectiveness in achieving learning outcomes and reducing student struggle. Collaboration with instructors, authors, and engineers on research studies and new tool development is also a core responsibility.
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Cleveland State University Launches $0 Tuition Program for Qualifying Ohio Students

Cleveland State University Launches $0 Tuition Program for Qualifying Ohio Students

Cleveland State University has announced a new initiative, the Cleveland State Commitment, which will provide $0 tuition for qualifying Ohio students starting in the fall of 2027. This program is designed to make higher education more accessible by covering tuition costs for incoming Ohio freshmen who meet specific academic and financial criteria. To be eligible, students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and their families must earn $125,000 or less annually. Eligibility is determined through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), with the deadline for qualification set for February 15th of the application year. Dr. Laura Bloomberg, President of Cleveland State University, stated that the program is funded through existing university resources and philanthropic endowments, ensuring it does not impact current financial aid budgets. The announcement has already positively impacted prospective students, with incoming freshman Joe Hayes expressing excitement that the program makes attending his...
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Berry College Urged to Revive Campus Radio Station for Student Development and Tradition

Berry College Urged to Revive Campus Radio Station for Student Development and Tradition

Berry College Urged to Revive Campus Radio Station for Student Development and Tradition
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Pomona College Launches $530 Million 'Originals Campaign' to Enhance Student Access and Programs

Pomona College Launches $530 Million 'Originals Campaign' to Enhance Student Access and Programs

Pomona College in Claremont, California, has publicly launched its most ambitious fundraising effort to date, the '$530 million Originals Campaign.' This comprehensive campaign aims to significantly expand access to a Pomona education for exceptional students, including those from middle-income families. A key component of this initiative is the groundbreaking for the new Center for Global Engagement (CGE). The campaign has already secured 47% of its goal and is projected to continue over the next five years. The funds raised will be allocated to strengthening and expanding financial aid, investing further in faculty and emerging areas of scholarship, enhancing health and wellness programs, and deepening connections across generations of Pomona College alumni, referred to as Sagehens. President G. Gabrielle Starr emphasized that the campaign is designed to ensure Pomona remains a place where students can thrive regardless of their financial circumstances and where faculty can redefine liberal arts educatio...
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Karazin University and Cincinnati Partners Discuss Veteran Support System Exchange

Karazin University and Cincinnati Partners Discuss Veteran Support System Exchange

Karazin University in Ukraine is engaging with partners in Cincinnati, Ohio, to exchange experiences and develop a long-term veterans policy. Acting Rector Oleksandr Holovko met with Bob Herring, President of the Kharkiv–Cincinnati Sister City Partnership, to discuss this collaboration. Karazin University already operates a Veterans Development Centre, which supports veterans through professional and educational reintegration and helps them access new opportunities post-military service. The university aims to expand these efforts by learning from the Cincinnati model, where medical and educational institutions play an active role in veteran support. Specifically, the University of Cincinnati has a Veterans Programs & Services Office, and the VetSuccess on Campus program involves specialists from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The Cincinnati VA Medical Center also provides comprehensive support, including medical care, psychological support, physical rehabilitation, and assistance with transition...
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Fort Worth Colleges and Businesses Partner to Address Skilled Worker Shortage

Fort Worth Colleges and Businesses Partner to Address Skilled Worker Shortage

Fort Worth Colleges and Businesses Partner to Address Skilled Worker Shortage
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Journalism Professor Advocates for Critical Thinking and Hope in Media Consumption

Journalism Professor Advocates for Critical Thinking and Hope in Media Consumption

A journalism professor at Fitchburg State University recently discussed student perspectives on local news consumption, highlighting a concerning trend of resignation regarding attention spans and the future of journalism. Students expressed deep concern over their diminished attention spans and a belief that journalism must adapt to this reality, rather than the other way around. Conversations about artificial intelligence further added to their uncertainty, leading to a sense that the future of media is bleak and beyond their influence. The professor noted a shift from discussing how things are changing to accepting a lack of control over what comes next, with an expectation that institutions should change for them. This observation led the professor to emphasize the importance of offering hope alongside critical thinking, arguing that inquiry becomes pointless to a cynic. The professor advocates for a university education that helps students see how their work can contribute to a better world, rather th...
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Jay Caspian Kang and Hilary Burns Discuss Shifting Public Perception of Higher Education on FutureU Podcast

Jay Caspian Kang and Hilary Burns Discuss Shifting Public Perception of Higher Education on FutureU Podcast

Jay Caspian Kang of The New Yorker and Hilary Burns of The Boston Globe recently joined Michael Horn and Jeff Selingo on the FutureU Podcast to discuss the evolving public perception of higher education. They contend that ongoing 'culture-war fights' are diverting attention from a more fundamental issue: the growing skepticism among ordinary families regarding the cost and value of a college education. This skepticism is exacerbated by demographic declines and the uncertainties introduced by artificial intelligence, which are challenging colleges' traditional reliance on continuous growth. The financial strain is particularly acute for regional public institutions and tuition-dependent private universities. Kang specifically warned of rapidly approaching enrollment problems, describing the situation as an 'emergency' for many schools. He also predicted that while college as a place for open-ended exploration might endure, it will increasingly become a privilege reserved for the wealthy.
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Temple University Opens Essential Needs Hub for Students

Temple University Opens Essential Needs Hub for Students

Temple University has launched a new Essential Needs Hub within its Howard Gittis Student Center, providing students with access to food, affordable clothing, wellness support, and other crucial resources under one roof. The hub was designed with student input and aims to be a central location for resources students might need to navigate daily challenges. According to Jodi Accavallo, Temple's vice president for student affairs, the university broadly defines essential needs to include food and housing insecurity, emergency transportation, and childcare challenges. The hub includes the Barnett-Irvine-Cherry Pantry, where students can shop for groceries using a point system, and the Zen Den, a quiet wellness space with massage chairs. Additionally, Temple Thrift offers clothing items for under $10.
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Al-Mustaqbal University Hosts Second Career Qualification and Employment Forum to Bridge Academic and Labor Market Needs

Al-Mustaqbal University Hosts Second Career Qualification and Employment Forum to Bridge Academic and Labor Market Needs

Al-Mustaqbal University recently organized its Second Career Qualification and Employment Forum, operating under the theme, “Empowering Graduates and Addressing Unemployment Towards a Sustainable Professional Future.” The event was held under the patronage of University President, Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, and supervised by Prof. Dr. Muzaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision. The forum, organized by the Qualification, Employment and Follow-up Division, brought together academics, representatives from government institutions and the private sector, as well as university students and graduates. Key discussions included the university's role in preparing graduates with essential skills for the labor market, the importance of expanding partnerships for training and employment opportunities, and the development of administrative skills and entrepreneurship. Eng. Huda Qasim, representing the Ministry of Industry and Minerals, presented on aligning educational outcomes with i...