Industry News & Opinions

Bridging the Skills Gap: How Universities Can Align Curricula With Workforce Needs
There’s a growing disconnect between traditional university curricula and today’s workforce demands. While companies are frustrated over the lack of job-ready graduates, higher education institutions struggle to keep pace with shifting requirements. The pressure is on—and the solution lies in closer alignment between academia
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Adapting to HEA Policy Shifts Under the New Administration
The Higher Education Act (HEA) has been a cornerstone in shaping U.S. higher education, driving key policies around funding, compliance, and overall institutional regulations. With the new Trump administration taking office, we could be on the brink of significant changes that could shake up
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How Does Higher Education Procurement Work?
If your business has been trying to make its mark in the higher education market, understanding how procurement works can be a game-changer. That’s why we’re diving into the purchasing landscape of universities and colleges today—arming you with key insights and best practices to
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What Is The Future Of Online Learning In Higher Education?
In recent years, the proliferation of online learning has fundamentally reshaped the landscape of higher education. As digital tools and platforms gain prominence in delivering educational content, institutions must adapt to meet the evolving needs of students. And, education solution providers play a crucial
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Non-Traditional Students and Their Impact on Higher Education
What is a non-traditional student? A non-traditional student is any college student obtaining their education outside the traditional face-to-face classroom. How many college students, both undergraduate and graduate, have earned a degree or two through an online platform? Probably several.
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Gaming in Higher Education
Many have seen game-like exercises in K-12 classrooms, but expectations for those pedagogies typically stop at the gates of higher education. Not anymore. On many campuses across the globe, games are also becoming a learning resource at the college level. Although gaming is typically
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Artificial Intelligence And Higher Education
The discussion of AI and its place in Higher Ed is on the table nationwide. Higher education institutions are joining other companies and organizations in several ways to embrace artificial intelligence for educators and students alike. First things first, what is AI? Thanks to
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The Impact of Blockchain In Education on Tomorrow’s Learning Landscape
As blockchain technology gains momentum across sectors, its potential impact on education is increasingly evident. Professionals imagine a future where student records are securely stored on an immutable, decentralized ledger to ensure transparency and trust. This transformative power is essential in today’s digital age,
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AI and the workforce: Reskill to meet the moment
Business leaders continue to see tremendous opportunity in artificial intelligence and its ability to deliver efficiency, savings, and growth to their organization. But while AI’s potential continues to grow, no organization can capitalize on it without an engaged and AI-savvy workforce.
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5 reasons why game design is the best way to teach STEAM skills
Industries are evolving quickly, and they need workers with strong STEAM skills. But most traditional classrooms aren’t set up to keep pace. Students often aren’t getting the real-world, hands-on experiences they need to build those skills.
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Why math hints matter–and how AI can help
Research shows that productive struggle in math leads to better learning. But there’s a fine line between productive and unproductive struggle. When tasks are too difficult, frustration takes over.
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How unified payment strategies drive student success
Imagine a sophomore student running late for class. She stops at the campus store grabs a Gatorade, and simply walks out--her purchase automatically charged through Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology.
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Ensuring academic integrity in the AI age
Students' AI usage can range from summarizing content to full-scale writing support, which begs the question: What can educators do if they suspect an assignment is authored by AI?
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Rebuilding the recruitment pipeline: Precision, CTV, and the future of higher ed
As the summer melt season accelerates and adds move-in melt to the mix, higher-ed enrollment marketers face a recruitment landscape defined less by abundance and more by attrition.
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AI in education needs more than innovation–it needs intention
Generative artificial intelligence is everywhere, including our schools--and it has the potential to transform education. These platforms offer unprecedented opportunities to personalize learning, refine curriculum development, and support teaching.
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