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Here's a draft LinkedIn post based on the article summary: --- 🚨 Ballot Error Alert: Implications for Higher Education Governance 🚨 As an education policy expert, I've been closely following a significant development in Harris County, Texas, that highlights the complexities of local education governance and election integrity. Key Points: 1️⃣ A ballot error in the Lone Star College System

Total education expenditures in Colorado are at an all-time high - $17.65 billion dollars. Why is Colorado's increased spending on public education not leading to improved outcomes? Learn more about Colorado's education system here: https://bit.ly/3YAG9ff

👏🏼It’s great to see schools reporting improved student behaviour after implementing whole of school, evidence-informed approaches to teaching and learning! 📰These types of stories highlight the strong relationship between academic engagement and achievement, social-emotional behaviour, and wellbeing. This is why we need integrated, rather than siloed, systems and supports in schools. I talked about this with The Conversation Australia + NZ: https://lnkd.in/gH_uUQxw 📈Our research in Multi Tiered Systems of Support is looking at new ways to align and integrate systems and supports in schools to help all students (and teachers) succeed! We can’t wait to share new findings and updates soon! Russell Fox PhD Bradley Bloomfield Karina Stocker Dr Nathaniel Swain

Though Americans’ confidence in the state of higher education might be shaky, there are steps that institutions and policymakers can take to restore public trust. Varying Degrees, New America – Education Policy Program’s eighth annual survey of higher education, continues to explore Americans’ perspectives on a variety of higher ed issues including value, affordability, funding, and accountability. 🎓 Out now: https://lnkd.in/eJqJktx8

New publication in "Educational Policy" with Cheri Daily and Dr. Shawn Coon. We qualitatively examined the process leading to Utah's 2020 higher ed governance consolidation and the subsequent/on-going impacts on the state's 16 degree-granting institutions and technical colleges. Given the lull in successful state higher ed governance reform as well as the increased attention to such efforts nationally, this article is quite timely... despite us starting this work over three years ago. https://lnkd.in/g8aPxvn6

This webinar discussion will be a partnership between The Chronicle of Higher Education and AGB: https://bit.ly/41Oe3x0 In this webinar, we will discuss key questions for board members at public colleges and universities, including: -How can public higher education institutions remain mission-focused while navigating return on investment concerns flowing from public and legislative stakeholders? -How can public colleges maintain affordable tuition and positive operating margins despite declines in state funding for public higher education? -How can public colleges remain responsive to the needs of underserved communities and diverse student populations? Join the conversation. Related Event: The Strategy Symposium: A Blueprint for Higher Education Trustees May 29–31, 2024 https://bit.ly/3S7b4wu

I'm thrilled to share that my perspective has been published today in EdNC.org, one of North Carolina's leading education journals. It’s an honor to contribute to the conversation about the vital role of community colleges. Community colleges may not always be seen as the most glamorous institutions—you won’t find people cheering for their football teams—but they play an incredibly important role in education and workforce development. They provide accessible, affordable education and hands-on training that truly make a difference in people's lives. As faculty members, many of us have experience in the real world. We bring practical, industry-specific knowledge to the classroom, bridging the gap between education and employment. In today’s world, where it seems like we disagree on just about everything, there’s one area we should all be united on: the need for strong funding and support for community colleges. They are the backbone of local communities and key to building a skilled workforce for the future. https://lnkd.in/esn-iveQ

In NCAN's new State Policy Resource Center, you’ll find ready-to-print snapshots of your state’s postsecondary affordability landscape, the economic value of college attainment, key state policy levers complete with state rankings, & more. https://bit.ly/42V0E7d

The higher education landscape is changing. We look forward to an opening plenary from two Vice-Chancellors, one long-serving and one newer-in-post, discussing with Debbie McVitty their reflections and projections on place, mission and identity in higher education. There's still time to book: https://lnkd.in/ebKBkyf7

American higher education is in crisis. Enrollment is down, public support is waning, and protests are disrupting campuses. High tuition fees prompt students to ask if college is worth it. Universities must restore trust by addressing rising costs, inefficiencies, and lack of intellectual diversity, with governing boards playing a crucial role in leading reforms. https://buff.ly/3XlFNr7