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News Release
17Dec
2024

Laura DaVinci Named Director of Every Learner Everywhere

Boulder, CO (December 17, 2024) – Laura DaVinci has been named Director of Every Learner Everywhere, a network of partner organizations that advocates for equitable outcomes in U.S. higher education through advances in digital learning. WCET – the WICHE...

News Release
11Dec
2024

Report: U.S. high school graduates will peak next year, then most states will see steady declines through 2041

Knocking at the College Door authors say the report adds urgency to efforts by state, campus, and business leaders to strengthen education systems and create the skilled workforce the nation will need. BOULDER, Colorado — For many years, demographers...

News Release
18Nov
2024

Barbara Damron of the University of New Mexico to Chair WICHE Commission

Utah State Sen. Ann Millner to Become Vice Chair BOULDER, Colorado – Barbara Damron, professor and Ridenour/Mason Fellow at the University of New Mexico, has been elected as chair of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE). The WICHE...

News Release
12Nov
2024

Winners announced for the 2024 SANsational Awards

The State Authorization Network (SAN), a division of WCET, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 State Authorization Network SANsational awards: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (FL), Post University (CT), Rio Salado College (AZ), Southern New Hampshire University (NH),...

News Release
31Oct
2024

WICHE selects Dr. Van Davis as WCET’s Executive Director and WICHE’s Vice President, Digital Learning

A renowned national leader in artificial intelligence research and policy development, Davis brings more than 25 years of experience in higher education working to shape the future of digital learning BOULDER, Colorado – After a national search, Dr. Van...

News Release
25Oct
2024

WCET and SAN Honor Exceptional Leadership and Dedication in Higher Education Digital Learning

Boulder, Colorado — WCET – WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technologies is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 WCET Awards and the 2024 SANsational Awards, which celebrate groundbreaking leadership and innovation in digital learning. WCET Individual Awards: Richard Jonsen...

News Release
23Oct
2024

Winners announced for the 2024 SANsational Awards

The State Authorization Network (SAN), a division of WCET, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 State Authorization Network SANsational awards: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (FL), Post University (CT), Rio Salado College (AZ), Southern New Hampshire University (NH),...

News Release
23Aug
2024

Russ Poulin to Retire After 30 Years of Leadership and Service

Statement from WICHE President Demarée Michelau: After three decades, Russ Poulin, executive director of WCET and vice president of technology-enhanced education for the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE), has announced that he is retiring at the end...

News Release
22Jul
2024

18 Emerging Leaders in Higher Education Begin Yearlong Western Academic Leadership Academy

BOULDER, Colorado – Eighteen emerging leaders in higher education kicked off their yearlong participation in the 2024 Western Academic Leadership Academy, a professional development program aimed at preparing the next generation of chief academic officers for careers at the...

News Release
17Jul
2024

Rural-serving Community Colleges Can Serve as Cornerstone for Veteran Students

Research article explores opportunities and challenges faced by an increasingly diverse rural U.S. veteran population BOULDER, Colorado – One in four military veterans live in rural communities, yet more research is needed on how to support their success as...

News Release
27Jun
2024

Cheryl Dowd Receives National Award for Educational Technology and Distance Education Policy Work

BOULDER, Colorado — Cheryl Dowd, senior director, State Authorization Network (SAN) and WCET Policy Innovations, was recently honored with one of the highest awards of the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA). The USDLA Eagle Award is presented to...

News Release
24Jun
2024

8 Faculty Selected for the WICHE Academy for Leaders in the Humanities

BOULDER, Colo. – Eight humanities faculty from postsecondary institutions in the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) region have been selected as fellows for the WICHE Academy for Leaders in the Humanities. The program focuses on three key...

News Release
20Jun
2024

10 Institutions Selected for Grant-funded Technology Partnerships to Improve Transfer Experience for College Students

BOULDER, Colo. – Ten accredited postsecondary institutions in the West have been selected to participate in an innovative partnership project that aims to improve outcomes for transfer students by leveraging campus technology. The Technology and Partnerships for Transfer Success...

News Release
16May
2024

Utah Commissioner of Higher Education Geoffrey Landward Joins WICHE Commission

BOULDER, Colo. – Geoffrey Landward, Utah’s Commissioner of Higher Education, has been appointed to the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) by Gov. Spencer Cox. Landward joins Utah Commissioners Patricia Jones, CEO, Women’s Leadership Institute; and Ann Millner,...

News Release
15Apr
2024

Montana University System Wins 2024 Colleagues’ Choice Award for Student Success Initiative

BOULDER, Colo. –  The Montana University System has received the annual Colleagues’ Choice Award for its program focused on increasing college degree attainment and educational opportunity for the state’s underserved students. Montana 10, named for its 10 evidence-based support...

News Release
15Feb
2024

Rep. Llew Jones to Represent Montana on WICHE Commission

BOULDER, Colo. – Rep. Llew Jones has been appointed by Gov. Greg Gianforte to the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE), representing Montana. WICHE works collaboratively to expand access to high-quality higher education across the West by promoting innovation,...

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