In the context of Uganda's public universities, this article examines the ideas of psychological safety and socially responsible leadership. This article also draws attention to the importance of creating a welcoming and safe atmosphere in academic settings, as well as the part that leaders play in encouraging moral behavior. It looks at how…

Background: Academic Integrity Week programming has become popular on postsecondary campuses an educational initiative to promote academic integrity and prevent academic misconduct. Although students are often the primary audience for Academic Integrity Week programming, faculty members are an essential stakeholder group to involve in educational…

While nearly every group or constituency at an institution of higher education has an interest in fostering an ethical campus climate, senior student affairs officers (SSAOs') have often made efforts to analyze, interpret or strengthen the campus ethical climate. SSAOs are responsible for steering their campus settings in, and through, an…

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the world have found themselves faced with new challenges on issues of ethics. Much of this has been centred on issues of assessment: plagiarism, buying essays, sharing/lending of previously passed work and the stealing of marked/returned work of others. Institutions still treat academic misconduct as…

It is widely recognized that leaders distinctly inspire individuals of an organization to maintain a healthy culture regardless of diverse circumstances. The need of authentic leadership has been recognized to promote positive organizational behaviors in teaching institutions. Moreover, previous research has emphasized the role of organizational…

This paper focusses on our concerns about revelations about sexual harassment in universities and the inadequate responses whereby some universities seem more concerned about their own reputations than the care and protection of their students. Seldom do cases go to criminal court, instead they mostly fall within employment relations policies…

Getting into college takes plenty of hard work, but knowing what your professors expect of you once you get there can be even more challenging. "Will This Be on the Test?" is the essential survival guide for high-school students making the transition to college academics. In this entertaining and informative book, Dana Johnson shares…

This study, conducted in the Republic of Korea, analyzed nursing faculty members' knowledge of and attitudes toward research ethics according to their characteristics and the institutional environment. A survey was conducted from April 24 to July 23, 2017. The participants were 210 nursing professors from 57 universities in Korea. The survey…

In a post #SilentSam, #METoo, #BlackGirlOnCampus, #WhatHappenedtoSandraBland world, a world where universities find themselves inundated by a 24-hour social media cycle and the truth of campus life is one viral video away, both communication staff and instructors are often tasked with new social media responsibilities not previously encountered or…

Marcelo Suárez-Orozco, the new chancellor of UMass Boston, introduces himself to New England at a fraught time. In this introduction he outlines his professional and educational experience. He also shares the news of an established scholarship fund in George Floyd's name, as well as the intent to appoint a faculty member as Special Advisor to the…

The case for racial equity in higher education cannot be made in isolation from the communities in which our institutions reside. Building a racial equity ecosystem will lead to challenges, triumphs, and many lessons learned from community partnerships and community voices. The practice of racial equity requires a clear understanding of the local…

This article examines developments in the 'smart classroom' as a new frontier for the university. It provides a conceptual map of the scope and limitations of smart classrooms, contextualized to smart university initiatives. First, it introduces the notion of 'smart' technology in cities, campuses, and classrooms. Next, it examines how the smart…

The purpose of this study is to apply corporate fraud fighting methods to develop a framework for fighting academic dishonesty in higher education. The evidence in the literature overwhelmingly supports the existence of academic dishonesty in higher education, with increases in admitted cheating over the past several decades and as many as 80…

The author discusses "the big picture" of higher education, which pertains to the perpetuation of decreasing civil discourse and increasing challenges in higher education. These may be attributed to several factors including decreased funding, increased mental health crises, heavier workloads, and systemic inequities. Even though major…

This eighth edition provides a current and comprehensive discussion of counselors' legal and ethical responsibilities, an examination of state and federal laws as they relate to practice, and helpful risk management strategies. Attorney Nancy Wheeler and Burt Bertram, a private practitioner and counselor educator, offer real-world practical tips…