HEat Index, Issue 15 – Spring enrollment increases, data & retention, and AI at ASU

by Allen Taylor | May 23, 2024 | HEat Index

Although spring enrollment showed improvement, the persistent issues with the new FAFSA could jeopardize this progress. As the enrollment cliff nears, data analytics is increasingly becoming a key component of student retention strategies. Meanwhile, Arizona State...

HEat Index, Issue 14 – Adults Pursuing Higher Ed, New AI Features, and Student Advising

by Maya Kvesic | May 17, 2024 | HEat Index

You’ll probably be happy to hear that we won’t be talking FAFSA this week. Instead, we’re focusing our attention on the increase in adults considering higher education, as well as a new ChatGPT version. We’re also discussing students seeking advice from staff,...

HEat Index, Issue 13 – FAFSA Outreach, AI Concerns, and State Funding Increases

by Maya Kvesic | May 10, 2024 | HEat Index

We’re back talking about a new FAFSA effort, as well as hearing about student perspectives on AI. We’re also discussing state funding, but from two different perspectives this week.   After reading today’s issue, use the comments section to let us know if...

HEat Index, Issue 12 – More FAFSA News, AI & Data Literacy, and Supporting Middle-Class Families

by Allen Taylor and Maya Kvesic | May 3, 2024 | HEat Index

We’re back talking about FAFSA, but this time we’re discussing the most recent fix. We’ll also dive into discussions about aiding the middle class, Google and Gartner focusing on the democratization of AI and data literacy, and the current enrollment...

HEat Index, Issue 11 – New Overtime Rules, Career Guidance Needed, and More AI News

by Allen Taylor | Apr 26, 2024 | HEat Index

In a world increasingly influenced by AI, it’s crucial for higher education professionals to stay informed of the current trends and future directions. This issue aims to unpack the complexities of AI in education, discuss the recent federal regulation on...

HEat Index, Issue 10 – The Need for AI Strategy and Learning & Employment Records

by Allen Taylor | Apr 18, 2024 | HEat Index

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the landscape of higher education, it is essential for institutions to develop coherent strategies to harness its benefits effectively. In today’s issue, I delve into the findings from the latest EDUCAUSE QuickPoll and...