June 2022

7 tips to overcome security risks unique to higher ed

June 8, 2022 by James Turgal, VP of Cyber Risk, Strategy, & Board Relations, Optiv

Institutions can learn from the private sector and adopt enterprise IT principles that help them fight against ransomware and cyberattacks.

Earlier this month, Illinois-based Lincoln College announced that, after 157 years in operation, it’s closing its doors, citing a Dec. 2021 ransomware attack and COVID-19 as precipitating factors.…

Newsline

Colorado State University Global Economic Report Reveals Alumni Impact on Colorado and the Nation

June 7, 2022 by ECampus News Staff

Aurora, Colo., June 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Colorado State University Global (CSU Global) today released an in-depth economic report, ... Read more

Ransomware

Why ransomware is an existential threat

February 24, 2023June 7, 2022 by Bryan Green, CISO, Americas, Zscaler

Be wary of extinction--ransomware can be the cause of a number of issues at institutions, including the demise of the institution itself

High-profile ransomware attacks are dominating the news. From healthcare organizations to critical infrastructure, no sector is immune to cyberattacks seeking a huge payout with malicious ransomware.

Microcredentials

The macro impact of microcredentials

February 22, 2023June 6, 2022 by Susan Manning, Ed.D, Director of Customer Education, Credly

By pairing microcredentials with digital credentials, individuals are prepared for a changing workforce and can make a big impact in three key ways

The workforce is facing a shift in the recognition of skills and experiences as many individuals have left their jobs and are trying to switch roles completely, alongside…

Newsline

College of Charleston Adds New Majors in Software Engineering, Statistic

June 3, 2022 by ECampus News Staff

Charleston, South Carolina, June 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education has approved two new ... Read more

Classroom Innovation

Proctored exams show increased cheating rates

June 3, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Data from more than 3 million online exams show that more than 6 percent of proctored exams contain evidence of attempted or actual cheating.

A new report has revealed exam data showing that the rates of possible and actual violations of test rules increased in 2021 compared to 2020--and 2020 itself had…

IT Leadership

Need tips to better protect campus networks?

June 2, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Cybersecurity threats aren't going away--but you can protect your data and campus networks with proven best practices

When COVID closed campuses, it also increased cyberthreats to IT networks, creating more work for already-stressed IT teams.

Online Learning

Is total in-person learning a thing of the past?

June 1, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Students need learning platforms that can build a better digital experience for classroom in-person learning and online learning.

Fewer than 1 percent of higher ed leaders envision a return to only in-person learning, and they see socioeconomic barriers as one of the greatest obstacles for at-risk…

7 tips to overcome security risks unique to higher ed

Colorado State University Global Economic Report Reveals Alumni Impact on Colorado and the Nation

Why ransomware is an existential threat

The macro impact of microcredentials

College of Charleston Adds New Majors in Software Engineering, Statistic

Proctored exams show increased cheating rates

Need tips to better protect campus networks?

Is total in-person learning a thing of the past?

Chief Releases Fit Mobile Cart for Interactive Displays

Gale Digital Scholar Lab Expands to Help Students Present and Share Digital Humanities Research

APM Steam Offers Unparalleled Heat Exchanger Assessment and Testing Services for Colleges and Universities

College of Charleston Launches Two New Schools

Cyber Attacks on Colleges and Universities: How Businesses Help Safeguard Higher Education from Cyber Threats

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