August 2024
In this special issue of Higher Education Digest, we explore the higher education landscape of the Asia-Pacific region. We’re proud to feature Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) as a Must-Watch University in the Asia-Pacific for 2024. Whether you’re a student aspiring to study in an Asian country, an educator, or someone passionate about the education sector, we hope you find these stories both informative and uplifting.
Online Education and Shifting the Higher Education Paradigm
Caleb Simmons, Executive Director of Online Education at the University of Arizona and Oversees Arizona Online
Caleb Simmons, Ph.D. is the Executive Director of Online Education at the University of Arizona and oversees Arizona Online. He also serves as Professor of Religious Studies and Faculty Director of the Interdisciplinary Studies Program.
Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR)
Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) is one of the top ranked and oldest universities in Surabaya, Indonesia. According to the 2025 QS World University Rankings, UNAIR currently holds #4 in Indonesia, #67 in Asia, and #308 globally. Going back to its origin, the university was established on November 10, 1954, under Government Regulation Number 57 of 1954 and officially inaugurated by the President of the Republic of Indonesia on the same day.
The Vital Role of Project Management Skills and Implications for Higher EducationMyron L. Pope, Principal Customer Experience Program Manager, Microsoft
Having held diverse positions across multiple institutions including the University of Alabama, University of Oklahoma, and University of Central Oklahoma, Pope has amassed a wealth of experience in staff roles, faculty positions, and executive leadership.
Unleashing the Power of AIDr Iris-Panagiota Efthymiou, Lecturer in Business, MBA at The University of Greenwich, Behavioural Economist, Researcher, Public Speaker
Dr Iris-Panagiota Efthymiou is a behavioural health economist, author, lecturer and researcher, boasts 20+ years of experience in consulting and public speaking, including engagements at the UN Headquarters in Geneva.
Creating a Dynamic and Engaging Learning Environment for the StudentsDr Nermeen Mustafa, Associate Professor and Global Programme Director, Heriot-Watt University
Dr Mustafa is an experienced strategy consultant and speaker who specialises in topics related to innovation and new product development, particularly those related to luxury and creative industries.
Ideas on Concurrent and Reflective Models of Evaluation in HERobert Green, Professor of Forensic Science, University of Kent
Bob Green is a Professor of Forensic Science at the University of Kent in the UK and is noted for his contributions to forensic science. Awarded an OBE in 2008 for his services to forensic science, he is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Leveraging Psychology and Education to Empower Young ProfessionalsHenry Goodelman, College Advisor, PA eMentoring at Smart Futures
Henry Goodelman is a veteran campus professional with a background working across enrollment management and student affairs.
FEATURED COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR)
August 26, 2024
Phoenicia University (PU)
July 30, 2024
Rose Bruford College
June 20, 2024
USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
May 14, 2024
Adnan Kassar School of Business (AKSOB)
May 14, 2024
Naveen Jindal School of Management
April 25, 2024
Alcorn School of Business
April 25, 2024
SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering
April 25, 2024
University of Birmingham
September 5, 2023
Unicaf
September 5, 2023
Miles College
September 5, 2023
Laurentian University
September 5, 2023
Tufts University School of Engineering
September 5, 2023
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC)
July 27, 2023
Brescia at Western University
July 27, 2023
OHM Professional School
June 23, 2023
CIMBA
June 23, 2023
Yorkville University
May 9, 2023
Utah Tech University
May 9, 2023
University of Calgary
May 9, 2023
Lagos Business School
May 4, 2023
St. Paul University Philippines
February 28, 2023
Ural Federal University
December 29, 2022
University of Cyprus
December 29, 2022
International University of Sarajevo (IUS)
December 29, 2022
Cyprus University of Technology
December 29, 2022
European Aviation School Barcelona
December 29, 2022
UWI-Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business
August 12, 2022
Eaton Business School
August 12, 2022
College of Business, University of Findlay
August 12, 2022
College of Business and Economics, American University of Kuwait
August 12, 2022
College of Business Administration (CoBA), University of Sharjah
August 12, 2022
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August 2024
In this special issue of Higher Education Digest, we explore the higher education landscape of the Asia-Pacific region. We’re proud to feature Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) as a Must-Watch University in the Asia-Pacific for 2024. Whether you’re a student aspiring to study in an Asian country, an educator, or someone passionate about the education sector, we hope you find these stories both informative and uplifting.
Online Education and Shifting the Higher Education Paradigm
Caleb Simmons, Executive Director of Online Education at the University of Arizona and Oversees Arizona Online
Caleb Simmons, Ph.D. is the Executive Director of Online Education at the University of Arizona and oversees Arizona Online. He also serves as Professor of Religious Studies and Faculty Director of the Interdisciplinary Studies Program.
Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR)
Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) is one of the top ranked and oldest universities in Surabaya, Indonesia. According to the 2025 QS World University Rankings, UNAIR currently holds #4 in Indonesia, #67 in Asia, and #308 globally. Going back to its origin, the university was established on November 10, 1954, under Government Regulation Number 57 of 1954 and officially inaugurated by the President of the Republic of Indonesia on the same day.
The Vital Role of Project Management Skills and Implications for Higher EducationMyron L. Pope, Principal Customer Experience Program Manager, Microsoft
Having held diverse positions across multiple institutions including the University of Alabama, University of Oklahoma, and University of Central Oklahoma, Pope has amassed a wealth of experience in staff roles, faculty positions, and executive leadership.
Unleashing the Power of AIDr Iris-Panagiota Efthymiou, Lecturer in Business, MBA at The University of Greenwich, Behavioural Economist, Researcher, Public Speaker
Dr Iris-Panagiota Efthymiou is a behavioural health economist, author, lecturer and researcher, boasts 20+ years of experience in consulting and public speaking, including engagements at the UN Headquarters in Geneva.
Creating a Dynamic and Engaging Learning Environment for the StudentsDr Nermeen Mustafa, Associate Professor and Global Programme Director, Heriot-Watt University
Dr Mustafa is an experienced strategy consultant and speaker who specialises in topics related to innovation and new product development, particularly those related to luxury and creative industries.
Ideas on Concurrent and Reflective Models of Evaluation in HERobert Green, Professor of Forensic Science, University of Kent
Bob Green is a Professor of Forensic Science at the University of Kent in the UK and is noted for his contributions to forensic science. Awarded an OBE in 2008 for his services to forensic science, he is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Leveraging Psychology and Education to Empower Young ProfessionalsHenry Goodelman, College Advisor, PA eMentoring at Smart Futures
Henry Goodelman is a veteran campus professional with a background working across enrollment management and student affairs.
BOOKS & REVIEWS
How to Sell a Book?
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Why College is not the Only Avenue Worth Pursuing?
Joshua Page is a husband, father, electrician, entrepreneur and TEDx Speaker. With the release of his first book, What Does Your Daddy…
