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Higher Education in New Jersey: The Challenges We Face
AFTNJ is pleased to announce its sponsorship of three webinars on higher education in New Jersey. The Corporation for NJ Local Media (CNJLM) will be hosting the webinars on Zoom.
Upcoming:
Higher Education in New Jersey: The Current Crisis
Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 4:00pm ET
Join our experts to investigate the current crisis facing higher education in the state. Registration is free and the webinar is open to the general public.
Previous Webinars:
Exploring the Erosion of Tenure
Original Airdate: April 10, 2025
A discussion about adjuncts and non-tenure track teaching faculty, exploring the erosion of tenure and use of contingent work. Panelists will discuss whether NJ college and universities are relying too much on adjuncts, whether adjuncts are being properly compensated, and what organizing efforts and bargaining look like in NJ and throughout the nation. Originally aired April 10, 2025.
Challenges for Higher Education
Original airdate: January 16, 2025
Experts from around the state will look at the big picture of higher education in NJ, and particularly focus on the upcoming demographic cliff. The panel will look at options to make up for the enrollment drop, and examine the different options for small private colleges and public colleges.