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19th November 2022: Global Higher Education Bulletin

Here’s what Midterms Mean for Higher Education | Higher Ed Policy

The next Congress will be less supportive of President Biden’s legislative agenda, which could have significant consequences for higher education policy. To address pressing issues in higher education—like the college affordability crisis, increased student basic needs insecurity, and steep drops in college enrollment—Congress needs to pass additional legislation. However, the higher education field cannot count on a newly divided Congress to pass legislation that is capable of meeting this moment.


 
To save higher education, we must look beyond traditional university models

If we are to radically transform universities, we must seek solutions from diverse learning projects that have historically been excluded from or remained separate from, higher education, argue Fern Thompsett, Kristen Lyons, and Richard Hil.


 
UK offshore enrolment now over the half-million mark

UK universities now educate more than 500,000 students offshore, according to the latest data. A report published by Universities UK International on 17 November says institutions enrolled 510,835 students via transnational education in 2020-21, the most recent year for which data are available.


 
Georgetown Students Awarded Prestigious Rhodes Scholarships

For the first time in over 20 years, two students from Georgetown have been selected for the internationally renowned Rhodes Scholarship. Atharv Gupta (SFS ’23) and Isabella Turilli (SFS ’22) are joining this year’s cohort of 32 U.S. Rhodes Scholars for their accomplishments in transforming emerging markets and global health diplomacy, respectively.


 
Kroger Awards $300K in Scholarships to Associates’ Children

The Kroger Co. Foundation announced the winners of this year’s scholarship program benefiting the children of its associates. The retailer awarded $300,000 to 120 students, who will receive $2,500 toward any accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational program. The scholarships were based on criteria including volunteer work, civic service, academic performance, work experience, and extra-curricular activities.


 
COVID-19 Impact Analysis of Study Abroad Application Service Market 2028

The Global Study Abroad Application Service industry study offers thorough industry requirements, definitions, classifications, and market overviews, as well as details on the characteristics of the products, production processes, cost structures, and raw materials. With descriptions of the important recent events that have impacted their market positions, the research provides a complete overview of the biggest competitors in the sector.


 
80% of Indian students in the US are Telugus, says Rowan Unive VP

Darren Wagner, senior VP of Rowan University, who paid a visit to the Indo Global Studies office in Gachibowli, said, "Currently, 80% of Indian students are pursuing graduation and 20% are pursuing undergrad. Around 78 percent of students are going to take up STEM programs. Hyderabad is one of the largest markets in India, particularly for students considering studying in the United States."


 
It is a wonderful time to be international student – Education Times

Experts have predicted that competition for international talent between Canada, the UK, Australia, and the US will see moves to make their visas easier to obtain, and post-study opportunities improve. Many other nations are proactively seeking a greater share of global talent, opening a real battle for the brightest minds. This amounts to good news for ambitious, mobile students: it is a wonderful time to be an international student, with so many attractive offers and opportunities.


 
Harvard Peer Counseling Groups See Steady Influx of Students Since In-Person Return

Harvard’s five undergraduate peer counseling groups have seen a steady influx of student visitors this semester after resuming full in-person operation. This semester marks the first time since before the pandemic that all five peer counseling groups are “back up and running,” Counseling and Mental Health Services Chief Barbara Lewis said. More than 130 students sought support from the groups between September and October — in-person or via phone call — per a Harvard University Health Services spokesperson.


 
The Benefits of Mental Health Programs in Schools - U.S. News & World Report

As the number of young people experiencing depression and anxiety continues to grow, schools play a critical role as providers of mental health services: Some 70% of children in the U.S. who seek and receive mental health support get it at school. “The more mental health services are embedded in schools, the lower the threshold for access and the better the student outcomes,” says Andria Amador, senior director of behavioral health services for Boston Public Schools.


 
Less than half of students whose colleges abruptly close go on to enroll elsewhere

The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center teamed up with the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association to examine how students fare after their colleges close — especially when they do so without warning. Their findings suggest that closures add to the population of students who leave college without earning credentials.


 

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