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WHED Country Update: USA15 March 2024
The World Higher Education Database (WHED), maintained and developed by the International Association of Universities in collaboration with UNESCO, recently finalised its most recent update of institutions in the United States.
The WHED team verified and updated information for all 2568 institutions listed in the database in the United States. This involved checks of multiple accreditor websites and the collection of detailed data on the extensive array of degree programs offered within each institution.
The outcome of this effort provided valuable insights into the US higher education sector. Notably, there are 768 public HEIs and 1800 private HEIs, each meeting stringent WHED criteria, including offering at least a four-year Bachelor’s degree and having graduated at least three cohorts of students. Digging deeper into the dynamics of higher education in the United States, the latest WHED update revealed significant reliance on private funding in a majority of higher education institutions and that leadership in the country’s higher education sector remains markedly male-dominated.
About the WHED:
The World Higher Education Database (WHED) is the IAU unique online reference portal that provides authoritative information on some 21,000 accredited higher education institutions as well as on higher education systems and credentials in 196 countries and territories. It is globally recognized as an official source of information and maintained in collaboration with UNESCO.The IAU has been collecting this data since its foundation in 1950. The WHED has evolved constantly to meet the needs of the global higher education community. The WHED team collects, processes, validates and publishes comprehensive and detailed higher education data on the portal on a continuous basis.
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IAU EAIE Internationalization Leadership Retreat11 March 2024
IAU-EAIE Leadership Retreat
Thursday, 2 May - Friday, 3 May 2024 - Mykolas Romeris University, Vilnius, Lithuania
The International Association of Universities (IAU) and the European Association for International Education (EAIE) share a common understanding of internationalization of higher education as an intentional process undertaken by universities and other higher education institutions (HEIs) to improve the quality of education and research and, ultimately, to achieve a better, more equitable world. Internationalization is a complex and constantly evolving phenomenon, the approaches to which vary widely depending on institutional, national and regional contexts. What is similar across contexts, however, is the enormous turbulence facing higher education institutions today, which in turn presents significant challenges and opportunities for carrying forward effective and transformational internationalization agendas.
Due to internationalization’s complex nature, its strategic importance and the need for intentional action to achieve desired outcomes, those responsible for this portfolio require substantive opportunities to connect with colleagues and experts in order to reflect, exchange ideas and explore new and innovative solutions.
To address this need, the IAU-EAIE Internationalization Leadership Retreat is specifically designed for individuals serving as Vice-Rectors/Vice-Presidents/Pro-Vice-Chancellors who are responsible for internationalization and/or global engagement at their institutions and who are interested in strengthening their peer networks and strategic toolkits. The program is organized around expert facilitation in a confidential peer-to-peer environment. Practical and data-driven discussions focus on surfacing actionable insights that are relevant to those working on internationalization at the leadership level at their institutions. By strengthening the knowledge base in key areas and providing insight into possible solutions through exchange and mutual learning among peers, the Retreat aims to invigorate and empower participants in their key leadership roles.
Important details to note:
This retreat is designed for leaders of internationalization at higher education institutions (ie, individuals currently in the role of vice-rector/vice-president/deputy vice-chancellor or the equivalent).
The registration fee is 900 Euros for EAIE / IAU members and 1300 Euros for non-Members.
Travel and accommodation costs are not included in the registration fee and are the responsibility of each participant. Advice on accommodation and other logistical matters will be provided.
Registrations are subject to approval by IAU and EAIE. After your registration is approved, you will receive information regarding the fee payment process. -
Work with the IAU7 March 2024
Job opportunity at the IAU
IT Systems AdministratorJob opportunity description
This position comes at a particularly exciting time for the IAU. As a global organisation we understand that our future gateway to the world is digital. Digital technologies play a key role in the fulfilment of IAU’s mandate and the delivery of its programme. For this, we are looking for a new team member at the IAU Secretariat who can support us with Solution Design and Implementation across our activities.Reporting to the Deputy Secretary General and Secretary General of the IAU and working with the entire team, the position holder supports the delivery of the Secretariat’s outputs and is responsible for leading the design, development, advancement, integration and delivery of IAU platforms, databases, applications and business solutions with an emphasis on user-oriented focus.
Read the full description and learn how to apply
Internships
Intern - Events and ProjectsInternship description
The successful candidate will work on the preparation of the IAU 2024 International Conference. Responsibilities will include making contact with participants from around the world, preparation of communication campaigns and maintaining the conference website. Furthermore, the successful candidate will work on membership development in relation to the Conference.According to the time available, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to support the work on Digital Transformation which includes supporting data collection of the Global Survey on Digital Transformation; participating in the organization of the meetings of the Expert Group on Open Science and other tasks in the field of Digital Transformation.
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2023 Annual Report5 March 2024
The International Association of Universities is pleased to present the 2023 Annual Report of activities. In 2023, IAU hosted 10 webinars, published numerous reports and policy statements, strengthened and engaged with our Membership base, and continued our advocacy work for our four priority areas: value based leadership, digital transformation, internationalization, and sustainable development. Through these umbrella programmes, IAU has been able to continue project based work to facilitate international collaboration and knowledge production. To learn more about what IAU achieved in 2023, read the latest Annual Report.
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Call for Proposals Now Open: IAU 2024 International Conference26 February 2024
IAU 2024 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
DATE: 22 -24 November 2024
PLACE: SOPHIA UNIVERSITY, JAPAN
THEME: University Values in a Changing World
IAU 2024 International Conference
The IAU 2024 International Conference will be held from 22-24 November at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan.In today’s dynamic and ever-evolving global landscape, universities find themselves navigating heightened complexity and uncertainty. Institutions and their leaders are increasingly compelled to adapt swiftly to a diverse range of expectations. Against this backdrop, this conference highlights the pivotal role of values, exploring how they provide universities with guidance for decision-making, ethical conduct, and meaningful engagement. Furthermore, conference sessions will assess the extent to which these values are used to address the grand challenges encountered by societies.
Learn more about the conference theme in the event concept note.
Call for Proposals Now Open
Framed by the above conference concept note, the IAU has opened this call for proposals to identify speakers from different regions of the world that can contribute to the important conversations during breakout sessions of the International Conference programme. Learn more and submit your proposal here.
With any questions, please contact the
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Call for Papers: Universities and the Interplay of Human Intelligence and Generative AI15 January 2024
Call for Papers: Universities and the Interplay of Human Intelligence and Generative AI
In the upcoming ‘In Focus’ section of IAU Horizons, we aim to bring together multiple perspectives and reflections on how generative AI impacts higher education. We wish to demonstrate the breadth of the impacts whether it concerns the future of teaching and learning, the impact on pedagogy and cognition, and how we carry out assessments or conduct research. Likewise, the aim is to shed light on the problems around inequalities, the ethical issues related to data representation, quality, veracity, ownership and curation, and how it interweaves with academic values and codes of conduct. The purpose is to bring together both the voices of concern as well as the visionary aspirations. This is a non-exhaustive list of examples of what could be addressed.Read the full call for papers here.
To discuss the important questions relating to Universities and the Interplay of Human Intelligence and Generative AI, the IAU calls for thought pieces of a maximum 800 words.
> Please submit a proposed abstract by 8 February 2024
> Deadline for submission of the full opinion piece is 1 March 2024For more information or questions, please contact: Trine Jensen
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Warm wishes from the IAU for 2024...18 December 2023
Warm wishes from the IAU
The IAU extends its season’s greetings and wishes for a happy new year to our Members, partners, associates, affiliates, and senior fellows. Reflecting on the past year, the IAU takes pride in the accomplishments and collaborations that have enriched our endevours. Our interactions and engagements with Members and partners have been rewarding, and we look forward to continuing to engage with the higher education community and strengthening the voice of higher education in 2024.Read the full season’s greetings message here.
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Learn About Open Science with the IAU at Utrecht University1 December 2023
The IAU is pleased to announce that it is organising an upcoming Institutional Site Visit to be hosted by Utrecht University in the Netherlands from 3 – 4 April 2024. The University is pleased to welcome IAU Members to learn from the extensive experience of the institution in its transition to Open Science.
Open Science is a movement which encourages collaborative and public research in which findings are shared at the earliest stage possible. The purpose of Open Science is to foster more transparent, collaborative, and inclusive scientific practices to make new knowledge more accessible and verifiable, to ensure more equitable access to science and knowledge, and to enhance international research collaboration.
Learn more about this upcoming Institutional Site Visit on Open Science or express your interest in participating today.
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Visit the IAU HESD Global Portal30 November 2023
During the IAU 2023 International Conference, the Association presented the latest version of the IAU HESD Global Portal. This portal is a tool developed by the International Association of Universities (IAU) for its Members, partners and the general public. It provides access to university actions and more initiatives developed around the world to promote sustainability and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
First created in 2012 and launched at the IAU 14th General Conference in Puerto Rico, the IAU HESD Portal has come a long way. It constantly improves and integrates content submitted by IAU members and partners and collected via desk-based research. Following the 2015 adoption of the SDGs, these UN Goals were integrated into the page and search function. In 2018, the IAU HESD Cluster was created, and their work is featured on a special Cluster page on the portal. November 2023 marks the relaunch of the Portal to include new functionalities and an improved layout.
The IAU HESD Portal is updated regularly by the IAU and IAU Members, and partners are invited to contribute relevant content. While some services are offered on a priority basis for IAU-Members, the portal is openly accessible online. We look forward to receiving your contributions, questions, and input at the HESD team.
>>>Discover university actions for sustainable development and SDGs
>>>Find out how to publish your university’s actions on the IAU HESD Portal -
IAU Horizons issue, Volume 28, no. 2, 202327 November 2023
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