Higher Education

Use ChatGPT to Plan Smarter, Teach Better, and Support Every Student - Through Personalized Learning This focused, five-day certification course is designed to help K–12 educators integrate ChatGPT into their teaching practice in effective, responsible, and time-saving ways. Whether you're...

Title IX Compliance in Higher Ed: Navigating Ongoing Legal Changes With federal courts reinstating the 2020 Title IX regulations and new executive orders issued by the Trump administration in early 2025 colleges and universities are once again facing shifting and...

Is your higher education project stuck in neutral? Tired of meticulously planned initiatives unraveling in team meetings? Feeling overwhelmed by impending deadlines and the pressure to deliver quality? You're not alone. The day-to-day reality of project management demands organization, collaboration,...

Higher Education Has Been Swept Up by ChatGPT. The Tool Allows Educators to Enhance Their Productivity and Quality of Work.In addition, academics are becoming aware of the popularity of ChatGPT with their students and are embracing this AI as well. ...

A catalog is a legal document that informs students about college and academic policies and lists course offerings. Counselors and other staff also use them to help students decide how to further their education. Colleges and universities underestimate catalogs' importance....

The new Title IX regulation went into effect on August 1, 2024. The updated rule replaces the rule from 2020. As a result of the updated rule, colleges and universities must follow a number of significant changes. As part of...

4 | 90 Minute SessionsTitle IX prohibits sex-based discrimination in federally funded education programs. Sexual harassment, discrimination during pregnancy and athletics, and other grievances are common Title IX complaints. The proper handling of complaints requires investigating, following legal steps, and...

Join renowned education law expert Rick Verstegen to tackle critical Title VI and Title VII discrimination concerns affecting students and faculty. Gain essential strategies for addressing racial harassment reports and navigating investigation protocols. What you'll learn Navigate complex laws impacting...

Act Now: Student Protest Management in Turbulent Times!  In today's volatile climate, with escalating tensions and an upcoming election promising continued unrest, higher education institutions face unprecedented challenges in managing student protests.   You'll gain crucial insights into student-demonstration policy, learn...

Leveraging ChatGPT for Academic Success: Elevating Teaching, Research, and Administration through AI Artificial intelligence within academic settings marks a significant transformation in the methods of instruction, data analysis by researchers, and operational efficiencies by administrators. As AI literacy becomes a...

Convince Coworkers Who Do Not Believe in Inclusion: Learn How to Navigate Conversations Around Race and Gender Employees continue to face discrimination in many workplaces. You need to know how to navigate difficult conversations around race, equity, gender, and social...

Prevent Microaggressions Against LGBTQ+ Students: Understand and Combat Daily Discriminatory Challenges. LGBTQ+ students face microaggressions daily. Discrimination often comes in the form of pronouns, checkboxes, signage, and other less blatant manifestations, disrespecting the identities and eroding the morale of a...

Apply the First Amendment to Your Institution: Understand the Legal Foundation and Interpretation First Amendment free speech and religious freedom will be prominent on college campuses and in the eyes of the Biden Administration. From union-organizing at sectarian colleges to...

Turn Project Pressure Into Success: Master the Art of Project Management and Lead Your Educational Initiatives to Excellence! Our course, "How to Manage Your Higher Education Projects," equips you with the essential skills to exceed expectations. From defining the project's...

Do Your First-Generation Students Succeed in College? Learn How to Overcome Their Unique Higher Education Challenges. Recent data show that over half of undergraduates nationally are first-generation college students. Colleges and universities are now doing a valiant job recruiting and...

Do You Want to Move Up in Your University Career: Discover the Secrets of Long-Term Faculty Career Satisfaction Being a full-time college professor is tremendously satisfying and rewarding. Nevertheless, you need to learn to navigate and manage the three pillars...

Stepping Into the Future: As We Stand at This Crossroads, the Question Isn't Whether to Adapt to Generative AI, but How Swiftly and Effectively We Can Harness Its Potential to Redefine the Educational LandscapeThe debate surrounding ChatGPT and related generative...

How Do You Pay Coaches and Student-Athletes Now? Learn the Laws Colleges and Universities Must Follow. As you begin the new academic year, you need to ensure the labor and employment practices of your athletics program adhere to current federal...

Higher education professional Dr. Lori Vaden will detail the importance of customer service in colleges and universities. You will learn the specific changes you can make in your institution to delight your stakeholders. What You'll Learn How does customer service...

Higher education attorney Melissa Carleton will discuss privacy compliance in a way that follows the law and your institution’s ethic of care. You will learn how to treat students’ information consistently with your mission and in accordance with FERPA. What...

Prevent Student-Athlete Suicides Today. Learn How to Address Mental Health Legally. College student suicides have focused attention on the mental health issues unique to students involved in competitive sports. The combination of academics and athletics can cause stress. Your institution...

First Amendment Rights on Campus: Balance and Civil Dialogue You need to balance First Amendment rights with the need to maintain civil dialogue on campus. To accomplish this, you must understand the latest case law and government expectations. Protecting students...

Do Your Athletes Receive Name, Image, and Likeness Earnings? Learn the NCAA Rules and Legal Considerations. The NCAA permits college student-athletes to earn compensation for activities involving their names, images, and likenesses (NIL). As this new era continues, you must...

Education law expert Rick Verstegen will show you step-by-step how to write investigation reports for various scenarios involving formal complaints of sexual harassment in colleges and universities. You will learn how to incorporate procedural steps, draft findings of fact, and...