The EdUp Experience What "Explore the Uncommon" Really Means at Linfield University - with Dr. Mark Blegen, President, Linfield University
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In this episode, President Series #416, powered by Ellucian, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19,
YOUR guest is Dr. Mark Blegen, President, Linfield University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
- How does a new president lead a university where 40% of incoming students are first generation & achieve an 85.5% retention rate?
- What happens when a college president visits every faculty member's office for 30 minutes to build relationships & culture before strategic planning?
- How does "explore the uncommon" differentiate Linfield University in a crowded higher education marketplace?
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- What advice should aspiring college presidents follow to land the job & lead authentically?
- How do new presidents build a support network when you're the only president on campus?
- What does the future hold for higher education amid demographic cliffs & federal challenges?
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