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Do our university programs have value to students? (Are we sure?)
Ensuring value for students requires thoughtful attention to program design and delivery.
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The balancing act of being a university president
Denis Harrisson looks back on his years as president of Université du Québec en Outaouais.
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Quebec’s tuition fee model: not able to see the forest for the trees
The Quebec government’s announced tuition fee increase for out-of-province students has sparked intense political debate over university funding.
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The faculty selection process: recommendations for selection committees
Instead of focusing on the “best” candidate, committees should instead ensure a good fit for the department.
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Some universities are shifting their endowments to more low-carbon investments
Under pressure from student groups and others, an increasing number of universities are setting objectives to reduce the carbon footprint of their investment portfolios.
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Alberta’s universities tally up the budget cuts
The provincial budget hits students hard as universities adjust to a leaner financial future.
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Making the transition to a new university
To get to know an institution, you need to understand its people, place and culture.
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Middle Eastern studies, Greta Thunberg and institutional autonomy
Two recent cases from the U.S. throw into sharp relief just how critical institutional autonomy is for academic freedom.
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7 university leaders contemplate the future of higher education in Canada
They affirm that universities have a vital role to play in helping society navigate through the deepest challenges of our time, from climate change to the dangers of misinformation and rising intolerance.
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Four questions to ask yourself when considering a move within senior academic administration
Having early discussions about a role change with those close to you is important, so they can grow with your decision.
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Academia is playing a growing role in cybersecurity
Several universities are pursuing initiatives to train students and workers, support industry and safeguard our country’s critical infrastructure.
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All universities should have a general counsel
In a world of increasing legal risks and fiduciary obligations, it is difficult to understand why a university would do without one.
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Major international survey will shine a spotlight on the academic profession
Canadian researchers offered a sneak peek of some of the results at Congress in Vancouver.
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What Jean Vanier’s Five Principles of Humanity can teach student affairs professionals
His words can help us build a more just and fairer student experience for all.
