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Marketing & Branding

Organic Or A Cash-Grab? How to Spot International and Remote Programs Meant to Last

American universities are chasing tuition dollars online and abroad, but some programs offer a much better buy than others.

The Inside Story of Fordham University’s Rebrand

How a new brand platform, a new slogan, a new logo and — of course— a pop-up pizza shop, revamped this 185-year-old institution’s identify.

8 things we saw and heard at AMA ‘25

How AI, private equity, changing search behaviors and burnout are defining higher ed marketing right now.

The NIL Top 10: Who are the highest-paid college athletes?

Growing collective contracts and sponsorship deals have university athletes — both men and women — raking in record paydays.

Is Bill Belichick good for UNC’s bottom line?

His $50 million contract is balanced against record enrollment, sold-out season tickets and a potential boost in marketing revenue.

No Country for Young Men?

Higher ed is confronting its male enrollment crisis with new strategies rooted in purpose, belonging — and masculine imagery. But is it working?

Higher ed marketing trends shaping an already high-stakes 2025.

From pluralism to branding battles, top voices in higher ed break down the marketing shifts you can’t afford to ignore.

Private equity is playing for control in higher ed marketing.

Fund managers are betting private companies will take over university marketing—one property at a time—as schools tighten budgets.

Can generative AI video be used in higher ed marketing? 

Although not yet ready for prime time, generative AI video shows potential to transform recruitment, campus tours and storytelling—if humans lead the way.

10 Iconic College Logos: Design, History and Stories That Stick

From crimson crests to Spartan helmets, these college logos do more than look good—they tell unforgettable stories of identity and legacy.