(Getty Images) University deadline looms for updated Safeguards Rule Colleges are expected to comply with new student financial data protection standards by June 9 under the FTC’s updated Safeguards Rule. 3 days ago By Lindsay McKenzie
(Getty Images) Enabling student success with tech at universities requires care Higher education technology experts said universities adopted broader technology toolkits in recent months, but supporting students requires precision. Jun 22, 2021 By Colin Wood
(Governor Kay Ivey / Flickr) State funding to aid Alabama schools in ways federal relief can’t Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey approved a $282 million appropriation for schools and universities from the state's Advancement and Technology Fund. May 14, 2021 By Colin Wood
(Getty Images) As enrollment crashes, universities are reinventing themselves Professionals are turning to higher education in great numbers while those most vulnerable to the pandemic's vicissitudes are stopping out. Mar 23, 2021 By Colin Wood
Getty Images Texas universities, agencies given digital accessibility resources New resources provided by the state government are intended to ensure publicly-funded digital assets are easily accessible by everyone. Sep 25, 2019 By Betsy Foresman
Getty Images Universities are expanding cybersecurity education to meet broad demand Programs like San Diego State University's degree in cybersecurity management highlight a growing demand for interdisciplinary cybersecurity skills. Jul 26, 2019 By Betsy Foresman
Howard Lawrence B / Unsplash Ellucian systems compromised at 62 universities, Education Dept. says The ongoing vulnerability generated thousands of illicit user accounts, the Education Department says, but the company claims the alert is a mistake. Jul 22, 2019 By Katya Schwenk
Getty Images Nine universities unite on blockchain credentialing project Top universities from around the world have announced a partnership consolidating efforts to develop digital credentials that are easier to share. Apr 24, 2019 By Betsy Foresman
(Getty Images) On cybersecurity, educational institutions have a people problem Inside cultures that are designed to be collaborative and open, IT leaders are struggling to corral their users and educate faculty on network risks. Apr 1, 2019 By Betsy Foresman