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From Obligation to Opportunity: A Supervisor’s Guide to More Meaningful Performance Evaluations March 24, 2026

Performance evaluations are often seen as outdated and ineffective, yet many colleges and universities still require them. For supervisors, they offer a chance to turn these conversations into meaningful moments that support growth and clarify expectations.

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Ask the Expert Can Reaching Out to a Predecessor Help or Hurt Your Job Search? January 8, 2026

In this Ask the Expert episode, Kathleen Hermacinski discusses when reaching out to a predecessor may be helpful, the potential risks involved, and how job seekers can approach these conversations while still maintaining professionalism and appropriate boundaries.

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From Placeholder to Partner: The Expanding Role of Interim Leaders January 5, 2026

Traditionally, trustees, presidents, and provosts have branded interims in a few stereotypical ways: placeholder, train conductor, substitute, but there are now more powerful roles for interims.

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Most Higher Education Institutions Hire Out-of-State Employees November 22, 2025

New research from CUPA-HR shows that there has been a slow but steady rise in higher ed employees residing in another state.

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Ask the Expert The HR Sounding Board: Finding Support When You’re the Support System November 19, 2025

In this Ask the Expert episode, Kathleen Hermacinski discusses how HR professionals can build effective sounding boards even when they are the campus go-to. She shares strategies for internal team structure, cross-campus partnerships, confidentiality, and the value of national networks in reducing isolation and strengthening decision-making.

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Strengthen Your Career and Support Your Community - Curated Reads for HR Professionals October 4, 2025

Explore our curated collection of articles designed to drive your own professional development and help you support colleagues across your campus as they navigate today's higher education landscape.

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Beyond Technical Skills: Building Communities of Support for Research Staff June 9, 2025

Often, professional training and support programs for university research staff focus too much on technical skills or operational challenges, neglecting other important aspects of professional development. One possible solution for this is building communities of support.

Higher Ed Faculty Disciplines Are Shifting in Priority May 22, 2025

A new CUPA-HR report shows that faculty hiring and pay have shifted over the past 20 years, with growth in health professions and business and declines in the humanities.

The Non-Exempt Staff Workforce in Colleges and Universities Is Shrinking April 29, 2025

New research from CUPA-HR shows that the number of non-exempt staff employees in higher education has been on a steady decline for the past several years.

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Job Postings: A Critical “Meeting Ground” for Employers and Candidates April 28, 2025

A job search is a significant undertaking, as is hiring for an open position. Both job seekers and employers have a lot invested, but remembering the basics and doing the hard work up front is your best bet for ensuring a strong match. It all starts with the job posting.

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Examining Turnover in Higher Ed and Specific Strategies for Mitigating It March 25, 2025

Though the rate of voluntary turnover among higher education professionals is improving, it is still higher than pre-pandemic levels. Here's a look at some possible strategies to improve your retention of faculty and staff.

Ask the Expert How and When Can I Advocate for a Pay Raise if My Job Has Changed? February 18, 2025

A former chief human resources officer shares insight on what changes typically warrant a "reclassification" and subsequent pay change -- and how to approach the conversation if warranted.

Ask the Expert Human Resources Careers: What Beginners Should Know January 29, 2025

On a recent episode of the HigherEdJobs Podcast, human resources (HR) expert Kathleen Hermacinski answered a listener question about do's and don'ts when starting a career in higher ed HR.

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Candidates Should See Questions Before the Interview July 18, 2024

Sharing interview questions with candidates ahead of time is a practice that's gaining acceptance. Here's why and some tips for candidates.

Beyond Condolences: Ways to Support Coworkers Through Grief May 3, 2024

In higher education, there is pressure to push through mid-semester adversity, and part-time and other contract employees may not have any leave at all, potentially forcing them to work during a personal tragedy.

Is Coaching Critical to Better Supporting Our Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Professionals? March 25, 2024

Professionals working in the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) space need more institutional support. Coaching, a resource traditionally reserved for senior leadership or those at the executive level, could be a powerful tool to explore.

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Breaking the Gender Binary: Fostering Inclusivity for Transgender and Nonbinary Students, Faculty, and Staff February 15, 2024

Take a look at how the gender binary is ingrained in each of us from birth, how it is perpetuated in higher education, and how we might break this Cycle of Socialization.

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Searching for Leaders in Higher Education February 7, 2024

A president emeritus shares how to conduct an honest and active search for your institution's next leader.

CUPA-HR Data Highlights Trends in Representation and Pay Equity in the Higher Education Workforce, Updated for 2023 January 19, 2024

Get a glimpse at the progress made in the higher education workforce, as well as disparities that exist, as told by the workforce surveys from the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR).

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Beyond Policies: Strategies for Trans/Nonbinary Inclusion in Higher Education January 12, 2024

How can higher education institutions create environments that meet the needs of transgender and nonbinary faculty, staff, and students? Consider these six steps.

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