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Is OPT becoming a strategic pillar of international recruitment?

U.S. international enrollments drop 7% while OPT participation surges 21%. Why post-study work pathways are reshaping international...

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Higher Ed Entrepreneurial Inspiration: Harri Suominen, Asia Exchange

Be inspired by higher education entrepreneur Harri Suominen, CEO and co-founder of Asia Exchange.

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The Growing Importance of Micro-Credentials in Higher Education

Micro-credentials are being discussed more and more often in higher education. Explore the benefits and challenges of these...

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5 Technology Trends to Look Out for in Higher Ed in 2023

With constant advances in higher ed technology, and as Gen Alpha students who have grown up in a digital world enter college, we look...

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ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Higher Ed

Higher ed has heard a lot about ChatGPT in recent months - but what exactly is it? And can artificial intelligence be good for...

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How to Support Students In Online Learning

With a majority of Higher Ed institutions going online this fall, we are exploring ways to support students during off-campus...

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Why Institutions Should Focus on Campus Mental Health Initiatives

Institutions may want to consider making changes to their campus mental health initiatives during and postpandemic.

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Using Ed Tech to Boost Enrollments

In an increasingly digital world, we take a look at how ed-tech can help higher ed institutions boost their enrollment figures.

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5 Ways to Make Virtual Learning More Interactive

Online courses can be heard when it comes to motivating students. Here are some tips to help keep interest high in online learning

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Utilizing Data to Improve the Student Journey

Getting students to commit to your school is essential. How do you make sure they stay? Understanding a student’s journey from start...

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Recruit. Enroll. Thrive

You'll hear from higher ed experts, be able to utilize recruitment checklists, and follow steps to better understand prospective...

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Fast Growing Institutions - Why Growth Should Be Every School’s Goal

We recently spoke with Dr. Sven Schütt, CEO of IU International University of Applied Sciences on our podcast about his ambitious goal...

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How Tech Can Transform Your Student Recruitment

Gone are the days of university staff spending countless hours sorting through inbound inquiries, following up on leads, or chasing...

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Higher Education News

Is OPT becoming a strategic pillar of international recruitment?

7 min read

Open Doors 2025 has confirmed what many in higher education have been sensing for some time: the U.S. is entering a more complex phase in its...

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05.15.2024

Higher Ed Entrepreneurial Inspiration: Harri Suominen, Asia Exchange

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Rama Eriksson

Childhood friends, Harri Suominen and Tuomas Kauppinen didn't anticipate their journey as entrepreneurs when they left...

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02.05.2024

The Growing Importance of Micro-Credentials in Higher Education

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Thaís Roberto

Micro-credentials are competing more and more with traditional higher education programs, following quick shifts in the...

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5 Technology Trends to Look Out for in Higher Ed in 2023

04.11.2023

5 Technology Trends to Look Out for in Higher Ed in 2023

5 min read

Thaís Roberto

Technology advancements have been revolutionizing universities faster than ever in the past few years. As new...

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02.08.2023

ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Higher Ed

5 min read

Sara Anderson

The controversy between ChatGPT and education has hit the headlines recently, but artificial intelligence (AI) in...

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How to Support Students In Online Learning

11.28.2022

How to Support Students In Online Learning

3 min read

Elise Hodge

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the reaction by universities was swift. Many higher education providers made the move...

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Why Institutions Should Focus on Campus Mental Health Initiatives

11.10.2022

Why Institutions Should Focus on Campus Mental Health Initiatives

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Julia Sachs

Mental health can affect a student’s performance and success both during their studies and later on in life. Many...

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09.21.2022

Using Ed Tech to Boost Enrollments

5 min read

Sara Anderson

Over the past two years, we have become more adaptable, as universities, educational institutions, learners, students...

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08.29.2022

5 Ways to Make Virtual Learning More Interactive

3 min read

Benjamin Boivin

Choosing a college or university comes down to many factors. Students place importance on location, reputation,...

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Utilizing Data to Improve the Student Journey

02.03.2022

Utilizing Data to Improve the Student Journey

4 min read

Chelsea Castonguay Stanhope

Every university wants to know what can be done to improve the student journey. Fortunately, there’s a relatively easy...

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Recruit. Enroll. Thrive

01.10.2022

Recruit. Enroll. Thrive

1 min read

Ellen Young

Get a head start on your 2022 student recruitment

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Fast Growing Institutions - Why Growth Should Be Every School’s Goal

12.06.2021

Fast Growing Institutions - Why Growth Should Be Every School’s Goal

4 min read

Julia Sachs

Declining support from federal and state levels have been pushing universities to seek growth in new ways. Where...

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How Tech Can Transform Your Student Recruitment

12.02.2021

How Tech Can Transform Your Student Recruitment

5 min read

Chelsea Castonguay Stanhope

As the world of student recruitment continues to expand, so do the offerings for ways to connect with students. Perhaps...

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