Academe Today: The endangered small college, on the brink but never more vital

Supreme Court ruling on federal regulation has major higher-ed implications; new data on share of minority professors; update on DEI shifts; and more. ADVERTISEMENT [Academe Today Logo]( You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. Or, if you no longer want to receive this newsletter, [unsubscribe](. STRESSED BUT RESILIENT [The Endangered Small College]( By Scott Carlson [STORY IMAGE]( Many are on the brink, but they’ve never been more vital. ADVERTISEMENT [The Endangered Small College]( ‘A LEGAL CAN OF WORMS’ [The Supreme Court Just Weakened Federal Agencies. Here’s What It Means for Higher Ed.]( By Amanda Friedman [STORY IMAGE]( The downfall of the “Chevron deference” may complicate the implementation of Title IX rules and a bevy of other policies that touch college campuses. DATA [What Is the Share of Minority Instructors at Colleges With the Most Full-Time Faculty Members?]( [STORY IMAGE]( A look at changes in average annual percentages of full-time instructors who were members of specific racial and ethnic groups in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, by degree-granting college. SPONSOR CONTENT | Thomas Jefferson University [Celebrating Two Centuries of Redefining Higher Education]( NEWLY UPDATED [DEI Legislation Tracker]( By Chronicle Staff [STORY IMAGE]( We’ve updated the tracker with bills in Arizona that seek to dismantle colleges’ diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. VIDEO [The Chronicle Explains the Assault on DEI]( [STORY IMAGE]( What exactly is diversity, equity, and inclusion? And why the push to ban it on college campuses? In this video, we explore the history of DEI and how it came under political attack. UPCOMING PROGRAM [The Chronicle's Library and Institutional Success Program | July 2024] The Chronicle is partnering with Ithaka S+R to host a brand new [professional development program for librarians]( in July. This innovative two-week program will help library leaders understand the many roles they might take on, boost the success of the campus library, and better align with their institution’s goals. Learn more about our seminars and workshops, and [register today]( Virtual Events: Tune In Live MENTAL HEALTH IN HIGHER ED [Student Mental Health and Safety]( [STORY IMAGE]( UPCOMING: July 16, 2024 | 2 p.m. ET: Amid a mental-health crisis on campus, how can safety officers, mental-health professionals, and the campus police work to ensure student safety? Join us for a free forum. With Support From AT&T. [Register here.]( AI IN HIGHER ED [How to Develop a Chatbot to Serve Your Students]( [STORY IMAGE]( UPCOMING: July 17, 2024 | 2 p.m. ET. Colleges are already seeing improved enrollment and retention with chatbots, but many higher-ed leaders still wonder where to begin. Join us to learn how to get started. With Support From AWS. [Register here.]( SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRONICLE Enjoying the newsletter? [Subscribe today]( for unlimited access to essential news, analysis, and advice. SPONSOR CONTENT | Southeastern Conference [Dr. Jenna Jambeck's Impact on Environmental Education]( Explore the work of Dr. Jenna Jambeck, honored as the SEC's Professor of the Year, as she shares research findings and empowers diverse voices in STEM. Her efforts establish a model for fostering global collaboration in combating plastic pollution. Views IN CASE YOU MISSED IT [For Ph.D.s, a Tandem Job Search Is Increasingly the Norm]( By Jennifer S. Furlong and Stacy M. Hartman [STORY IMAGE]( What to do, and when, if you are applying for both academic and industry positions. ADVERTISEMENT FROM THE CHRONICLE STORE [Adapting to AI - The Chronicle Store]( [Adapting to AI]( Artificial intelligence has taken higher ed by storm, and the implications extend far beyond the classroom. [Order this report]( to improve your understanding of AI technologies, and explore how other colleges are adapting their policies and guidelines. JOB OPPORTUNITIES [President]( Berry College [Provost]( Universal Media Qatar [Assistant Professor of Conducting and Associate Director of Choirs, Department of Conducting]( University of Michigan-Ann Arbor [President]( Association of Public & Land-grant Universities [Search other jobs.]( Stay ahead of the game and upload your resume to our job board. You'll be visible to hiring managers who are actively seeking top talent like you. [Upload your resume today.]( CAREER RESOURCES [Preparing for a New Role] [Read the July collection]( for advice on preparing for a new role. Learn how you can prepare for onboarding, move into your new office, and more! NEWSLETTER FEEDBACK [Please let us know what you thought of today's newsletter in this three-question survey](. This newsletter was sent to {EMAIL}. [Read this newsletter on the web](. [Manage]( your newsletter preferences, [stop receiving]( this email, or [view]( our privacy policy. © 2024 [The Chronicle of Higher Education]( 1255 23rd Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037