HEA 8020 - Contemporary Issues in Higher Education

The administration of higher education is fraught with complex debates on topics of concern to internal and external constituencies, and those who work in higher education are required to communicate professional and scholarly positions, institutional commitments, and strategic decisions to a variety of audiences. Students will explore the foundations of higher education through critical analysis of contemporary issues in the field. Students identify contemporary issues and assess potential implications of policy recommendations and administrative decisions in areas such as affordability, access, student needs, and student success. (4 credits)