By now, most readers are aware of the significant tensions facing higher education institutions. Challenges include declining enrollments, increases in tuition that make higher education out of reach for many potential students, and closures and mergers of at least 49 colleges over the past five years (Drozdowski, 2024). Is there a viable middle ground between making higher education accessible only to those who can afford it and accommodating those who need more flexibility in terms of access and affordability?
Beyond Recognition: Faculty Awards as Catalysts for Professional Growth and Institutional Success
Faculty awards are more than acknowledgments of past success; they are strategic tools for advancing both individual careers and institutional priorities and can catalyze professional development and institutional advancement. Building
Linda M. Boland and Vicki L. Baker
September 15, 2025
