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Aug 17, 2025 • 38min

What Happens When AI Reads Your 100-Page Faculty CV in 30 Seconds - with Rusty Cowher, Founder & CEO, Scholarly

Rusty Cowher, Founder & CEO of Scholarly, shares insights into how AI is revolutionizing the faculty lifecycle in higher education. He discusses the innovative AI-powered platform designed to streamline complex processes like tenure applications and workload management. The conversation dives into the centralization of disparate faculty data, highlighting the benefits for accuracy and utility. Rusty also addresses the ethical considerations of AI use and the importance of collaboration for informed decision-making in educational institutions.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 37min

If Your College Embraces AI, Are You Still Teaching Integrity? - with Dr. Adam D. Garland, Dean of Student Affairs, Ensign College

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,YOUR guest is Dr. Adam D. Garland, Dean of Student Affairs, Ensign CollegeYOUR cohost is Bradley Emi , Cofounder & CTO, Pangram LabsYOUR host is Elvin FreytesHow does Dr. Garland define academic integrity & why does he see character development as integral to a student's journey?What makes Ensign College's faith-based approach to academic integrity unique & how does their mission to develop "trusted disciples" shape their policies?How is the college proactively embracing generative AI tools while maintaining academic standards & preparing students for the future workforce?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Support the podcast trusted by higher ed leaders. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com
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Aug 13, 2025 • 50min

If You're Not Tracking 30 Metrics Daily, You're Not Scaling Right - with Thomas Rametta, President, Ultimate Medical Academy

Joining Dr. Joe Sallustio is Thomas Rametta, President of Ultimate Medical Academy, a leader in allied health education. They discuss how the academy has scaled to over 20,000 students through tailored support and a focus on market needs. Thomas shares insights on using data analytics to improve student outcomes and the importance of a human touch in healthcare training. They also explore innovative approaches like provisional enrollment that prioritize student well-being, highlighting the evolving landscape of education in a fast-paced job market.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 53min

Are YOU Ready for the Future of Community College Leadership? - with Dr. Jermaine F. Williams, President, Montgomery College

Dr. Jermaine F. Williams, President of Montgomery College, known for his dedication to social transformation through education, joins former Provost Noreen Golfman. They discuss the college's unique 'Bow Ties and Backpacks' initiative, promoting individuality in community engagement. The conversation dives into Montgomery College's diverse student body and its strategic role in addressing educational inequality. They also touch on the importance of advocacy in political landscapes, highlighting partnerships aimed at workforce development and transformative education during challenging times.
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Aug 10, 2025 • 49min

How One Board Chair Stayed 30 Years & Never Had a Fight With His President - with Victor M. Richel, Chairman, UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ (UCNJ)

It's YOUR time to #EdUpStay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.comIn this episode, President Series #391,  powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠,YOUR guest is Victor M. Richel, Chairman, UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ (UCNJ)YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does someone maintain 30 years of commitment as board chair of a higher ed institution? What makes the board chair-president relationship successful at an Aspen Award finalist institution? How do you manage board governance & keep everyone "in their lane"? Topics include:Leading as board chair for 30 years at UCNJ & Trinitas Regional Medical Center The partnership between Chair & PresidentManaging ego & commitment in board service Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Support the podcast trusted by higher ed leaders. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com
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Aug 7, 2025 • 44min

Why Davenport Measures What No Other University Measures - with Richard J. Pappas, President, Davenport University

It's YOUR time to #EdUpStay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.comIn this episode, President Series #390, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,YOUR guest is Dr. Rick Pappas, President, Davenport UniversityYOUR cohost is Bradley Emi , Cofounder & CTO, Pangram LabsYOUR host is Elvin FreytesHow does Dr. Pappas define academic integrity & why does he focus on students being ready to work when they graduate?What makes Davenport University the first university ever to win the Malcolm Baldrige State Quality Award in Michigan?How is Davenport creating new degrees in 60 days & guaranteeing jobs within six months of graduation?Topics include:Academic integrity as ensuring students learn content, soft skills, & career readiness beyond just preventing cheatingThe challenge of maintaining human-centered leadership while embracing AI transformationEmbedding power skills like critical thinking & cultural competency into transcripts for student differentiationListen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Support the podcast trusted by higher ed leaders. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com
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Aug 6, 2025 • 44min

Why Your Tuition Reimbursement Program Is Broken & How to Fix It - with Robert Towner, Associate Vice President, EDGE - Northeastern University

In this engaging conversation, Robert Towner, Associate Vice President for EDGE at Northeastern University, shares insights into revolutionizing tuition reimbursement and corporate partnerships in education. He discusses how integrating performance-based admissions can enhance collaboration with businesses. Towner highlights the importance of stackable credentials and digital upskilling for adult learners, advocating for more accessible education options. The dialogue also touches on the need for universities to adapt to the evolving demands of the workforce and prioritize lifelong learning.
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Aug 5, 2025 • 39min

Is This the End of Traditional Student Loans as We Know Them? - with Dan Rubin, Founder & CEO, YELO Funding

It's YOUR time to #EdUpStay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.comIn this episode, YOUR guest is Dan Rubin, Founder & CEO, YELO FundingYOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio  How does income contingent financing differ from traditional student loans? What role does program ROI play in YELO's financing decisions? How can fintech solutions address the $1.7 trillion student debt crisis? Topics include:Providing income-based repayment with salary percentage caps & maximum limits Focusing on specific programs & colleges rather than blanket student financing Eliminating cosigner requirements to increase access for underserved students Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Support the podcast trusted by higher ed leaders. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com 
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Aug 3, 2025 • 43min

How a $9,000 Spanish-Language Degree is Disrupting Higher Education - with Jim Tolbert, Chancellor, Universidad Santander USA

It's YOUR time to #EdUpStay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.comIn this episode, President Series #389,  powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠,YOUR guest is Jim Tolbert, Chancellor, Universidad Santander USAYOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does Universidad Santander serve non-English speaking Latino immigrants in the United States? What makes a $9,000 bachelor's degree taught entirely in Spanish possible? How can competency-based education be completed in as little as 10 months? Topics include:Breaking barriers with affordable online degrees taught in Spanish Serving DACA students & immigrants who lack traditional higher education access Competency-based learning model allowing flexible, accelerated completion Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Support the podcast trusted by higher ed leaders. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com 
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Jul 31, 2025 • 41min

Why Forcing Students to Use AI is Academic Integrity - with Mallory Dwinal Palisch, President, Craft Education

It's YOUR time to #EdUpStay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.comIn this episode, President Series #388, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,YOUR guest is Mallory Dwinal Palisch, President, Craft EducationYOUR cohost is Bradley Emi , Cofounder & CTO, Pangram LabsYOUR host is Elvin FreytesHow should higher education adapt assessment methods for the AI era? What role does academic integrity play when students use AI tools? How can apprenticeship degree pathways transform traditional higher education? Topics include:Forcing students to use AI rather than prohibiting it in coursework Redesigning assessments to measure AI-augmented capabilities & critical thinking Creating experiential learning pathways that blend work experience with college degrees Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Support the podcast trusted by higher ed leaders. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com

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