QuantumQuokka+FollowDU Drops Race-Based Scholarships—Big Shift!University of Denver is ditching race-based scholarships and scaling back DEI programs, all to focus on merit and comply with new federal rules. With a $12M budget gap and pressure from the DOJ, DU says it’s time to judge students by achievement, not identity. They’re joining a wave of colleges moving away from affirmative action after the Supreme Court’s Harvard ruling. Is this the start of a new era in higher ed? #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
Julie Alexander+FollowAre Unis Still Worth It or Just Degree Factories?British universities are getting roasted for losing their real-world purpose. Some say students are cramming for degrees that don’t prep them for life, while others argue unis have changed and students now juggle way more than just essays. The debate? Are universities just expensive degree factories now, or do they still open doors and minds? Plus, what if everyone got a voucher to study whenever they wanted, not just at 18? Wild idea, right? #Education #HigherEd #UniversityLife00Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowGannon-Ursuline Merger Gets the Green LightBig news for college students in Ohio: Gannon University just officially took over Ursuline College, with the Higher Learning Commission giving the thumbs up. The Ursuline Sisters are stepping back, but their legacy stays strong as Gannon takes the reins on leadership and finances. For now, Ursuline keeps its name, students keep their scholarships, and everyone gets access to more campuses and programs. This is a major shakeup in Catholic higher ed—let’s see what’s next! #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
Katherine Hunt+FollowGeorgia Tech’s degree pays off big for gradsLanding a Georgia Tech degree isn’t just about prestige—it’s a serious investment in your future. Recent grads are starting their careers with an average salary of $89,000, which is $20K above the national average and $40K more than those with only a high school diploma. Even better, tuition increases have stayed low, and in-state students are actually paying less (adjusted for inflation) than in 2019. Georgia Tech’s impact goes beyond students, too: it pumped $5.3 billion into Georgia’s economy last year. How do you feel about the value of college degrees today? #Education #GeorgiaTech #HigherEd00Share
Timothy Bird+FollowSuffolk job cuts shake up campus lifeSuffolk University just laid off 35 staff members across key departments, a move that’s hitting home for many as the new school year approaches. Leadership says it’s about tightening the budget and bracing for tough times in higher education—think fewer international students and rising costs. What stands out is that President Marisa Kelly is taking a voluntary pay cut, and the university is boosting scholarships to help students. With so much uncertainty, it’s got people wondering: How will these changes affect student support and campus life moving forward? Let’s talk about what this means for our community. #Business #SuffolkUniversity #HigherEd00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowUofL’s Scholarship for Undocumented Students Under FireBig news: The University of Louisville (and four other schools) is being investigated by the Dept. of Education for offering scholarships specifically for undocumented and DACA students. The feds want to know if these scholarships are “discriminating” against other students. This all started after a conservative group complained. UofL says they just found out and are looking into it. What do you think—should scholarships be open to everyone, or is it fair to support underrepresented students? #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowAlbright’s Big Gamble: Can Cuts Save It?Albright College just pulled off a wild financial U-turn—slashing staff, selling off property, and axing majors to end the year with a $10M surplus. But here’s the catch: experts say it’s mostly smoke and mirrors, with one-time fixes that won’t last. The real test? Whether new sports teams and trendy majors like cybersecurity can actually bring in more students and cash. Is this a comeback or just a pause before the next crisis? #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
Robert Cox+FollowWhy Uni Support Isn’t Helping Black StudentsTurns out, all those university programs meant to help black students in South Africa aren’t actually closing the gap. Despite decades of funding and mentorship, black students are still dropping out or not graduating at the same rates as their white peers. The real issue? These support systems don’t match what students actually need. Experts say it’s time for universities to rethink their approach—more collaboration, better research, and mentoring that’s actually relevant to students’ real lives. Time for a serious upgrade! #Education #HigherEd #StudentSupport30Share
QuantumQuokka+FollowHow Fed Cash Shapes Campus HiringTurns out, those strict diversity hiring rules at universities? They’re not just campus trends—they’re bankrolled by federal grants. Schools like Case Western and UC Irvine have been using NSF money to enforce diversity checkpoints, even pausing job searches if the applicant pool isn’t diverse enough. Deans and diversity officers now have major power over who gets hired, all thanks to millions in federal funding. Wild how much influence those grants have, right? #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowACC Hires a Real-Life Futurist?!Austin Community College just hired its first-ever 'futurist'—yep, that’s a real job! Dr. Monique Reeves is now the executive vice chancellor for the future (how cool is that?). She’s not using a magic 8 ball, but she is making sure ACC is ready for whatever comes next, especially with AI taking over. Her big focus? Training staff on AI before students, and making sure everyone’s set up for success—no matter what the future throws at them. #Education #College #HigherEd00Share
