India has announced 1,000 scholarships for Afghan nationals wishing to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate courses online from Indian universities for 2024/25. The scholarships, which will cover the tuition fees of Afghan students, are not applicable for stipends or other dues. But students are skeptical that they will make a real difference. The development comes after multiple…
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Fiscal 2023 was a “tough year” for private nonprofit colleges amid a “long trend of weakening demand,” S&P Global Ratings said in a Tuesday report. Median full-time equivalent enrollment at private nonprofits fell 0.8% year…
We’re rounding up our top recent stories, from Dickinson State University’s president announcing he will step down amid staffing issues to a federal judge hitting pause on the new Title IX rule in yet another state. By the numbers 7 The number of full-time nursing faculty at Dickinson State University until last week —…
Australia has long been a popular destination for international students, thanks to a high-quality education system, vibrant multicultural society, and attractive post-study work opportunities. However, recent changes in visa policies, combined with processing delays and a significant price hike, will make it increasingly difficult for students to gain entry – leaving many seeking alternative destinations….
The government passed an act through parliament on July 12, after initially proposing it just before Simon Harris became Taoiseach in April One of the largest accommodation providers that moved to 51-week leases last year is “considering its options” It comes amid a continuing rental crisis in Ireland The Residential Tenancies Act was passed on…
It is not unusual for difficult discussions to arise in the classroom for both students and educators or between students. These discussions may be because of conflicting views, controversial topics, heightened emotions, and different experiences. This conflict situation cannot be avoided, ignored, or suppressed. Instead, the educator should leverage the opportunity and use the situation…
National Parents Day is a heartwarming occasion dedicated to honouring the unwavering love and dedication of parents. It’s a dedicated day to shower our parents with love and appreciation for their unwavering support and countless sacrifices. But when is National Parents Day? In this blog, we’ll get into that, the history of how this day…
This article first appeared in The Teaching Professor on March 1, 2022 © Magna Publications. All rights reserved. Try a FREE three-week trial of The Teaching Professor! Online classes most often begin with an “introduce yourself” discussion forum for students to get comfortable working with peers in discussions and other activities. Most follow the standard model of…
While you no doubt want more donors of all sizes, you especially want loyal donors who make above average size gifts. Because that’s where you’ll get the greatest return on your investment. Today, let’s talk about major donors. Why? They account for the lion’s share of all contributed income. Studies show…
As Republicans gathered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to select Donald J. Trump as their nominee for president, political scientists agree that the 2024 election season has been extraordinarily wrought, and tensions aren’t likely to ebb as the presidential election draws nearer. Experts urge voters everywhere, but particularly in higher education institutions, to pay close attention to…