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Stop trying to be different. Distinction is the key to college survival.

In a crowded higher ed landscape, colleges must shift from emphasizing differences to embracing what makes them truly memorable to thrive.

Yes, Chef. The eight non-negotiables of a higher ed branding project.

What Chef Carmy Berzatto’s handwritten list of “non-negotiables” in FX’s The Bear can teach all of us about kicking off a higher ed rebrand.

Embrace the chaos, or get left behind. Three shifts to break through the noise.

Higher ed brands must abandon conventional approaches, redefine authenticity and turn innovative strategies into a powerful advantage that positions them for success.

5 Olympic Marketing Tactics Higher Ed Can Use to Score Big Wins

From personal stories to behind-the-scenes glimpses, learn how universities can harness the power of Olympic-style marketing to captivate and connect with prospective students.

Marketing’s Role in DEIB on Campus

Despite legislation threatening diversity initiatives, marketers have the power to foster authentic experiences, drive inclusivity and promote cross-campus collaboration.

Can Postgraduate Students Solve the Enrollment Cliff?

Postgraduates may balance the financial impacts of the enrollment cliff, but institutions must consider the challenges and implications of shifting focus.

What Can Higher Ed Learn from the Finance Industry to Restore Trust?

Four steps to help restore the ever-diminishing public trust in higher ed institutions and a college degree.

3 Steps for Investing in Online Education Marketing

NYU’s Anna Miller and Emily Irvin say if you’re not yet investing in collaborative marketing for online education, now’s the time to start.

Marketing Direct Admissions: You Gotta Be Sticky

In the age of direct admissions, higher ed institutions must create value that resonates with purpose-driven Gen Alpha.

Licensing: The Hidden Hero in University Brand Strategy

A strategic marketing officer and the right partnerships can be a winning combination for higher ed brand licensing.