Some institutions hired away well-known sitting presidents, while others saw their leaders leave amid difficult and dramatic circumstances.
Looking Back at 2024 in Higher Ed
This year featured high-profile scandals, resignations and protests but also showed the enduring value of colleges and universities.
The Longhorn Long Shot
The University of Texas at Austin has rapidly become one of the most selective colleges in the country. That’s partly due to a 30-year-old state policy attracting national attention as an affirmative action alternative. But Texans say it’s no perfect model.
25 Stats for 2025
Inside Higher Ed compiled two dozen–plus data points to help guide strategic decision-making and student success initiatives on college campuses.
Student Wellness Tip: Increasing Access to Affordable Food
Basic needs insecurity can threaten student persistence and completion. Colleges have implemented creative solutions to provide students with low- or no-cost food options.
Opinion
Ep. 139: Enrollment Management's AI Future
Artificial intelligence may soon be improving the enrollment management experience for students, teams and institutions.
Ep. 138: Doug Lederman Says Farewell to Inside Higher Ed
Doug discusses his work as a journalist over four decades, including leading Inside Higher Ed.
Ethan Webb of Mindsmith
This month’s episode of The Pulse podcast features Ethan Webb, founder and CEO of Mindstream.
Linda Bonnar of Upstrive
This month’s episode of The Pulse podcast features Linda Bonnar of Upstrive, an app aimed at measuring student well-being.