The thing about bubbles is, they always burst. The growing bubble in higher education is no exception. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 33.4 % of Americans 25 or older have degrees. Whether this seems like an achievement or shortcoming, it’s too many. An enrollment bubble is about to pop as degrees are in less… Continue reading Higher ed bubble introduces uncertainty for UTM’s future
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Campus construction conundrum continues
Ask any student at UTM if they have noticed construction on campus and they will give you a resounding “yes”, followed by some grumbling. Like most growing universities, UTM is constantly upgrading and improving the facilities on campus. To get to the root of the issue and answer questions for students, The Pacer sat down with Chancellor… Continue reading Campus construction conundrum continues
Sustainability Center supports student values
Students’ $5 Green Fee is being put toward the development and growth of the UTM Sustainability Center. The fee was implemented for the fall semester after 75 percent of students polled said they would support one. It ended up establishing the effort that acts as a support body for sustainability at UTM. The UTM Sustainability… Continue reading Sustainability Center supports student values