Editor’s Choice - Higher Education Articles

Process Makes Perfect: How the Accommodation Process Supports Students with Disabilities and Safeguards Valuable College Resources

September 4, 2019 Jenny

By Jessica High, Attorney and Bryce Young, Attorney, Duane Morris, LLP
Since 2005, disability rights cases have increased by almost 395 percent. Following the same process for every student will always lead to the right result, no matter the facts or situation. While this may not immunize your institution from a complaint or lawsuit, following and documenting a process bolsters your defenses greatly.

Admissions

Pursuing Student and Exchange Visitor Program Certification to Attract International Students Benefits Career Colleges Willing to Undertake the Process

August 6, 2019 Jenny

By John Willis, President, MIAT College of Technology Houston Campus
One of the many ways that leaders of career schools can enhance their program offerings is to attract international students, which is proven to benefit the student, the school, and the U.S. economy. MIAT College of Technology Houston campus leaders initiated the SEVP certification process in May 2016 and secured approval in May 2017. Earlier this year, the Houston campus enrolled its first group of international students.

Education Technology

Inclusive Access: Is it the Answer to Course Materials Accessibility and Affordability Challenges?

July 7, 2019 Jenny

By Bruce Schneider, Vice President of Business Engineering, Ambassador Education Solutions
Whether the challenge is accessibility or affordability or both, schools around the country are taking a hard look at their course materials programs and seeking innovative models that put the right materials in students’ hands, the right way and at the right price. Enter: Inclusive Access.

Admissions

Generation T Aims to Shift the Societal Perception of the Trades

June 11, 2019 Jenny

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Written from an interview with Nick Gomez, President, San Joaquin Valley College (SJVC) and Michael Mitchell, Trade Skills and Learning Innovation, Lowe’s Home Improvement
Lowe’s Home Improvement and more than 60 companies, including San Joaquin Valley College, are working together to change the perception of skilled trades. The movement, called Generation T, has three goals: to demonstrate the economic mobility possible with skilled trade jobs, to expose children to trade education early and to encourage students to explore career options beyond four-year degree programs.

Military Student Issues

Career Colleges are a Smart Choice for Veterans and Their Family Members

May 13, 2019 Jenny

By John Willis and Titus Hubbard, MIAT College of Technology Houston Campus
Among the many veterans who have completed their training during MIAT’s 50-year history, one graduate of the Aviation Maintenance Technician Program at the Houston campus is a standout and is an inspiration to other veterans.

Legal and Regulatory Issues

The Resurrection of the Obama-Era Borrower Defense to Repayment Rule

April 14, 2019 Jenny

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By Katherine Lee Carey, Special Counsel with the Education Regulatory Practice Group, Cooley LLP
Six months after a federal District Court ruled that the Department of Education must implement the 2016 Borrower Defense to Repayment Rule, guidance has finally been issued.

Research/Trends

2019 State of the Sector Update

March 15, 2019 Jenny

By Tracy Kreikemeier, Chief Marketing Officer, Thruline Marketing
The education landscape is changing in many ways and it is important to keep up with how your school fits in and can add value to the current environment.

Marketing

Job Security Through a Culture of Testing

February 13, 2019 Jenny

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By Gregg Meiklejohn, Co-Founder, Enrollment Resources and Michael Schulte, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Enrollment Resources
Conversion rate optimization is the only tactic a school can use to consistently increase revenues without having to buy advertising or hire people. If leaders embrace a culture of sharing within their school, those doing the testing will become more important than ever.

Career Services

The Community Connection – How Pima Medical Institute Utilizes Strategic Partnerships

January 5, 2019 Jenny

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By Jen Spurlin, Corporate Director of Education and John Hanson, Regional Director of Operations, Pima Medical Institute
A look at how Pima Medical Institute utilizes strategic community partnerships to further its mission to improve people’s lives by providing the best value in medical career education.

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