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Why Students Choose Ireland: Highlights from our Dublin Event
On August 6th, we welcomed international higher ed professionals in Dublin for our first in-person event in Ireland. Read the insights from the session.
Higher Education News
Policy Swings and Behaviour Shifts: Your Mid-Year Higher Ed Reading List
Read, listen and watch the conversations that shaped higher education in the first half of 2026 - policy changes, student...
2026 Higher Ed Conference Calendar
Discover key higher education conferences in 2026 to stay ahead in recruitment, marketing, and academic innovation. Plan your year...
Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany
Learn how German universities can effectively use social media to attract international students, tailored for different academic...
How to Improve the Student Journey in 2025
Discover how universities can enhance the student journey in 2025 by adapting to emerging trends, addressing financial concerns, and...
Using Twitch for Student Recruitment
Discover how Twitch can revolutionize higher ed recruitment. Learn how to leverage its features, collaborate with influencers, and...
Reframing the Higher Ed Conversation from ‘Cost’ to ‘Investment’
Reframe the conversation around higher education from 'cost' to 'investment' by highlighting the value of degrees and the importance...
From Degrees to Microcredentials: Higher Education Must Evolve to Embrace the Modern Economy
Workforce demands change too fast for Higher Ed to keep pace. Guest author Aaron Brower and podcast guest Jim Fong, both from UPCEA,...
Creating Safe Spaces: Strategies for Supporting LGBTQ+ Students in Higher Ed
Explore how universities can provide year-round support for LGBTQ+ students, including strategies for building inclusive communities...
Forget Higher Ed Rankings: It’s Time to Get Back to Reputation Basics
Explore university rankings and tips for higher ed reputation management with reputation expert and Keystone Higher Ed Chats podcast...
Avoiding Burnout as a Higher Ed Marketer
Top reasons and resources to make higher ed marketers remember why they love their jobs and avoid burnout.
Tips for Effective Storytelling in Higher Ed Marketing Strategy
Master the art of storytelling in higher ed marketing. Learn how to attract students with your stories from expert, John Azoni.
The “New Playbook” for International Student Recruitment
Keystone Higher Ed Chats podcast guest Ian Little is featured in these 7 essential international student recruitment marketing tips.
Higher Education News
Are International Audiences Becoming More Regional? – Search Data Suggests They Might
4 min read
Prospective international students aren't just turning away from the Big 4 or seeking out study opportunities in alternative destination countries;...
07.23.2026
Policy Swings and Behaviour Shifts: Your Mid-Year Higher Ed Reading List
7 min read
So far, 2026 has been a flurry of policy disruption, political moves and changing student behaviors. Travel bans and...
12.19.2025
2026 Higher Ed Conference Calendar
16 min read
Higher education conferences remain essential hubs for connection, insight, and innovation, and 2026 is already shaping...
12.15.2025
Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany
6 min read
In our recent Social Media Masterclass, we sat down with Stefanie Herta, a social media expert and former international...
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State of Student Recruitment 2025 Report
The 2025 State of Student Recruitment Report offers vital insights into the evolving world of prospective students.
03.14.2025
How to Improve the Student Journey in 2025
4 min read
A lot changed for higher education in 2024. Amidst political turmoil and immigration changes in top destinations,...
07.15.2024
Using Twitch for Student Recruitment
5 min read
Twitch is the world's largest game-streaming platform, and offers unique advantages over traditional social media...
07.02.2024
Reframing the Higher Ed Conversation from ‘Cost’ to ‘Investment’
4 min read
The perception of higher education has shifted dramatically in recent years. Although economic mobility rates for...
05.29.2024
From Degrees to Microcredentials: Higher Education Must Evolve to Embrace the Modern Economy
9 min read
America’s appetite for four-year, 120-credit bachelor’s degrees has been declining for well over a decade. In addition,...
05.08.2024
Creating Safe Spaces: Strategies for Supporting LGBTQ+ Students in Higher Ed
6 min read
While Pride Month is celebrated in June, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights is an effort that must be maintained throughout...
04.30.2024
Forget Higher Ed Rankings: It’s Time to Get Back to Reputation Basics
11 min read
In the cutthroat world of higher education, reputation stands as the ultimate currency.
04.16.2024
Avoiding Burnout as a Higher Ed Marketer
12 min read
Working in the Higher Education sector these days is not for the faint of heart. What was once a stable and measured...
04.15.2024
Tips for Effective Storytelling in Higher Ed Marketing Strategy
8 min read
“Storytelling” is a word that dominates higher ed marketing. Every school aspires to tell their institutional journey...
04.09.2024
The “New Playbook” for International Student Recruitment
14 min read
As the world redefines its educational landscape, higher education institutions find themselves at a pivotal juncture....
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