Broken Brackets: Lessons for Higher Education Leaders

Broken Brackets: Lessons for Higher Education Leaders

As silly as it may sound, March Madness teaches a valuable lesson. You can rely on statistics, but if they are analyzed without looking at the whole picture, there is a risk of missing and planning for anomalies. Higher education operates with a mindset that postsecondary goals and achievements are primarily for students who can afford it.

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Spirited Away: Lessons on Reimagining Holiday Cheer

Spirited Away: Lessons on Reimagining Holiday Cheer

Discover how Spirited, the modern musical twist on A Christmas Carol, delivers timeless holiday lessons through laughter, song, and heartfelt storytelling. We’re examining themes of redemption, personal growth, and embracing imperfection as this film inspires a season of kindness, connection, and transformation. Perfect for anyone seeking meaningful reflections wrapped in holiday cheer.

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5 Steps to Practicing Thanksgiving Year-Round

5 Steps to Practicing Thanksgiving Year-Round

Gratitude isn’t just a holiday feeling—it’s a mindset that transforms our mental well-being, strengthens relationships, and builds resilience. By finding joy in the little things, creating year-round rituals, and acting on thankfulness, we can carry the magic of gratitude far beyond the holiday season.

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Accreditation: Higher Education’s Michelin Star
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Accreditation: Higher Education’s Michelin Star

You might not readily jump to this comparison, but a restaurant deciding to pursue a Michelin Star is, in many ways, similar to an institution deciding to pursue accreditation. Both are voluntary yet rigorous processes that organizations can undergo to set themselves apart. Neither process is about a single moment of brilliance; instead, they both require a comprehensive, ongoing commitment to quality and improvement. In both cases, the entire team—from chefs to educators, from service staff to administrators—must work cohesively to meet and exceed the high standards set forth by their industry and their evaluators.

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Cooking Up Change: Higher Ed Lessons from Julia Child

Cooking Up Change: Higher Ed Lessons from Julia Child

The ethos of Julia Child's teaching—embracing innovation, learning from mistakes, and engaging audiences with authenticity—can profoundly drive the trajectory of online higher education. As we face a future brimming with digital potential, it's imperative that educational institutions imbibe these lessons, transforming to meet the needs of a globally connected, ever-changing student demographic.

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