Practical insights from and for
Everything you need for each step
Professional insight from Virginia Tech Virginia Tech (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University) demonstrates impact as a global land grant university – progressing sustainability in our community, through the Commonwealth of Virginia, and around the world.
Copyright © 2025 THE - Times Higher Education. All rights reserved. Guard rails to mitigate ethical concerns for AI use
Artificial intelligence can vastly improve productivity and advance innovation , but integrating AI into academia brings significant ethical implications . These policies …
Only a human will do : when to eschew AI in teaching and research
Artificial intelligence tools have streamlined processes and accelerated innovations – efficiencies not lost on higher education . But at times , we need to prioritise human …
The power of international collaborations in the semiconductor field
Semiconductors are essential for modern electronic devices , AI hardware and economic efficiency and growth . How can we catalyse continued progress and innovation in …
Techniques for designing and managing international collaborations
An effective international initiative can benefit a whole host of stakeholders – universities , industry leaders , students , wider communities . But how do we get to …
Assessment or measurement ?
Authentic assessments and measurements serve distinct purposes in understanding student success in higher education . Here ’ s why equating the two can …
Building a culture of care to support students ’ mental health
Mental health support is a community - wide concern , which includes easy - to - access counselling , staff awareness and training , an empathetic environment and community …
Navigating uncertainty with interdisciplinary teaching
The siloed approach to education – where students in technical , business , humanities and arts disciplines learn separately – is no longer adequate , writes Lisa McNair
How to know when students need mental health assistance
Academic institutions have a rare opportunity to intervene to help students with mental health challenges , but this requires support and training for staff and faculty , writes …
What a transdisciplinary lens brings to university teaching
Why is it important to integrate knowledge and methodologies across disciplines ? Catherine Amelink has recommendations to encourage the student …
‘ Researchers have a responsibility to publish ’
Without publication , advancements in knowledge will be stifled or even halted altogether , writes Walid Saad . Here he explains the many benefits to publishing for …
Trying to decide what , where and when to publish research ?
It ’ s a strategic balancing act , writes Walid Saad . While academic researchers often know why it ’ s important to publish their work , the timing , location and medium can be …
Citizen science in biomedical engineering : rewards and challenges
Harnessing citizen science to progress research enriches our findings and leads to innovative solutions to real - world problems . Addressing the potential challenges of …
THE podcast : educating our way out of the climate crisis
Two academics share strategies for advancing climate action and boosting sustainability at an institutional and individual level
How to bring Indigenous knowledge into classrooms and curricula
Academic institutions have a mandate to engage and serve the Indigenous communities whose land they occupy , writes Edward Polanco . Here , he offers tangible techniques …
Equipping university students to be leaders in addressing climate change
The world is hotter today than at any time in the past 100 , 000 years . Tripp Shealy offers educational strategies for universities to develop the leaders needed in the critical …
Leveraging international collaborations to tackle global health challenges
Global health challenges such as cancer demand collective efforts that transcend national boundaries . Eli Vlaisavljevich shares how he leverages international collaborations …
Campus webinar : How to present research to a wider audience for greater impact
Learn about ways to articulate and present your work to non - academic audiences from experts from Campus + partner institutions in the UK and North America
Using Sustainable Development Goals to foster innovation
The SDGs offer both a universal framework and a way to incorporate global perspectives into curricula . Here are strategies for integrating their outward …
Childcare for students and academics needs resources and relationships
Handling a challenging academic workload along with parenting responsibilities is complicated . Support , connection to resources and access to reliable childcare …
Balancing books and babies : empowering graduate - student parents
Juggling academics with family responsibilities is complicated . Barbara Hoopes shares advice on supporting and empowering graduate students who are parents
Science - backed mental health techniques for students ’ well - being
University students have long struggled with academic pressure , social media demands , economic challenges and career uncertainty . This technique …
Service and creative practice as a university administrator
Why give up or reduce teaching responsibilities to enter an administrative role ? Jim Bassett took on the position of director for simple but meaningful reasons : …
Streamlining a move from a faculty position to a leadership role
Moving into a leadership role at an academic institution includes setting ambitious goals around collaboration and finding solutions to worldwide challenges . These …
Balancing career readiness and finances : the case for abbreviated internships
Internships give students professional experience , guide career choices and boost job market competitiveness . But what if students need higher - paying summer jobs or can ’ t …
Practical tips for graduate students undertaking a doctoral dissertation
Producing a doctoral dissertation can be an intimidating process , writes Bill Huckle . Here , he shares practical strategies for graduate students taking on …
Strategies for writing a PhD dissertation : write before you ’ re ‘ ready ’
Reading isn ’ t writing , and knowing about your topic isn ’ t writing . So , what should graduate students do to get started and make steady progress ? Monique Dufour …
Fulfilling a mission and serving Indigenous students
Universities can do much to support Indigenous students , strengthening the institution ’ s community , increasing visibility and highlighting the needs of Native Nations …
Can well - being programmes attract world - class talent to an institution ?
Aside from competitive compensation , research support and faculty development , how can a university attract the best faculty candidates ? Ron …
The vital role of a faculty senate in higher education
In the intricate ecosystem of a university , the faculty senate allows for democratic governance and academic integrity . Here , Joseph S . Merola explains why …
Taming anxiety around public speaking
Public speaking is a skill that inspires dread in many : fear of judgement , of making mistakes , of facing unpredictable circumstances . Here , Patty Raun draws on …
Practical ways to ease presentation nerves
One way to offset public - speaking anxiety is to have confidence in your presentation . Brandi Quesenberry shares the keys to making your presentation …
Effective public - speaking techniques for university faculty
University faculty need public - speaking skills when they seek to engage students , collaborate with colleagues , secure funding and further their careers . Patty Raun …
Harnessing the humanities for transformative tech leadership
Amid a growing awareness that humanities students and faculty need data literacy , Rishi Jaitly , a longstanding champion of the humanities in technology , explains why …
Democratising research through open access journals
The rise of open access publishing has democratised knowledge dissemination , allowing researchers to share their findings with a global audience . Here , Corinne …
Opening doors to knowledge : making data open access
Making data open access has become a cornerstone of transparent and collaborative research practices . Here , Jon Petters provides a brief guide on how to do it , emphasising …
Sharing qualitative research through open access
Traditional open access repositories are designed for sharing quantitative data . But what about qualitative data – non - numeric information and concepts such as case …
Finding – and raising – my voice as a Black female leader in higher education
Women of colour face a formidable set of challenges in the quest to find their place and voice in higher education . Menah Pratt shares the lessons learned in her …
Effective levers to foster women – specifically women of colour – into leadership roles
Gender and race disparities persist in leadership roles within academic institutions . Here , Menah Pratt shares her advice on effective levers to foster women of colour into …
Empowering ambition : student affairs ’ role in supporting women students
Student affairs departments , often the heartbeat of campus life and well - being , can significantly influence the personal and professional development of women …
Leaving a legacy as a Black female leader in higher education
Women of colour can leave a legacy that endures far beyond their tenures , writes Menah Pratt . Here , she shares her experience with racism and sexism and describes …
Making higher education accessible for students with unmet financial need
Rising costs of college leave many students struggling to afford higher education . And we know that enhancing the affordability of going to university is critical for …
Nourishing bodies and minds : the vital role of a student food pantry
The rising costs of education and living expenses leave many students struggling to stretch their funds to cover basic necessities . In this landscape , the university ’ s …
Fostering student co - creation to give back to the community
Engaging in local civic projects offers students meaningful learning opportunities , fosters co - creation and supports the community at large . Here , Martha Sullivan outlines the …
Transforming admissions for first - gen university student enrolment
Attracting and retaining first - generation college students is a pivotal goal for higher education institutions seeking diversity and inclusivity , and college admissions faculty …
Leveraging internships to empower first - generation students
Professional placements – whether paid or unpaid – offer practical , hands - on experiences aligned with students ’ academic pursuits and help level the playing …
Resilience and empowerment : reframing the narrative for first - gen students
First - generation students bring resilience and determination to their college journey . Based on her own experience , Lisa M . Lee explains how universities can support …
Campus webinar : Build a successful student recruitment strategy
Four experts from Campus + institutions discuss how student recruitment is responding to the latest trends in higher education , strategies to engage hard - to - reach …
Campus webinar : University admissions : a flawed process ?
University admissions experts from Campus + institutions in the UK , US and Canada discuss where the system is falling short , how to make it fairer for all and how AI is …
