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YOUR Higher Education Podcast
We welcome YOU to America’s leading higher education podcast! Hosted by Dr. Joe Sallustio, whose down-to-Earth approach & industry experience helps to make dry & complicated educational topics more fun & engaging to discuss. Elvin Freytes, Producer, brings YOU the most innovative leaders in higher education to the microphone. The EdUp Experience team brings over 40 years of experience in higher education - YOU will feel refreshed, upskilled, & reskilled after listening to this podcast.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 46min
929: EdUp Mini Series, "The Currency of Change", Part 4 "Pulling On The Same End of the Rope" - with Dr. Jamie Brownlee-Turgeon & Andy Benis
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This EdUp Mini Series, "The Currency of Change", continues with episode 4: "Pulling On The Same End of the Rope"
YOUR hosts are Dr. Jamie Brownlee-Turgeon, Vice Provost of Operations, Graduate and Professional Studies at Point Loma Nazarene University & Andy Benis, Associate VP of Marketing and Interim VP of Enrollment at Los Angeles Pacific University.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 35min
928: The Charter School Crystal Ball - with Nina Rees, Former President & CEO, National Alliance for Public Charter Schools
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In this episode, #928,
YOUR guest is Nina Rees, Former President & CEO, National Alliance for Public Charter Schools
YOUR host is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
How are charter schools adapting to prepare students for jobs that may not exist yet in the age of AI?
What innovative models like project-based learning are charter schools implementing to foster student curiosity & creativity?
How are charter schools partnering with higher education institutions to create pipelines for diverse student recruitment?
What challenges are charter schools facing in terms of funding, politics, & talent pipeline?
How can charter schools expand their reach beyond urban areas to more communities?
What role can education play in addressing broader societal challenges like polarization & climate change?
How might the upcoming election impact education policy & funding at the federal & state levels?
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Jul 8, 2024 • 38min
927: Restoring Trust in Higher Education - with Dr. Ross Gittell, President, Bryant University
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In this episode, #927, & President Series #287,
YOUR guest is Dr. Ross Gittell, President, Bryant University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Bryant University focusing on professional development & strong outcomes for students in a challenging higher education landscape?
What value does an integrated residential & academic experience provide that online education cannot match?
How did Ross' experience as chancellor of New Hampshire's Community College System inform his approach at Bryant?
What data & transparency are needed to demonstrate higher education's return on investment to skeptical audiences?
How can universities build strong community & human connections in an increasingly digital world?
What innovations does Ross foresee as institutions adapt to demographic changes & other challenges?
How can higher education leaders restore public trust & highlight education's broader societal value beyond just financial outcomes?
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Jul 2, 2024 • 37min
926: EdUp Mini Series, "The Currency of Change", Part 3 - with Dr. Frank Rojas, VP Enrollment, Bay Path University, & Hosts Dr. Jamie Brownlee-Turgeon & Andy Benis
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This episode continues the EdUp Mini Series, "The Currency of Change", part 3,
YOUR guest is Dr. Frank Rojas, VP Enrollment, Bay Path University
YOUR hosts are Dr. Jamie Brownlee-Turgeon, Vice Provost of Operations, Graduate and Professional Studies at Point Loma Nazarene University & Andy Benis, Associate VP of Marketing and Interim VP of Enrollment at Los Angeles Pacific University.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 52min
925: Innovative Approaches to Financial Challenges- with Dr. Nancy Hubbard, Dean of the College of Business, University of Lynchburg, & Educational Consultant, Higher Ed Heart
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In this episode, #925,
YOUR guest is Dr. Nancy Hubbard, Dean of the College of Business, University of Lynchburg, & Educational Consultant, Higher Ed Heart
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is the University of Lynchburg adapting to challenges facing higher education, including enrollment declines & financial pressures?
What strategies is Dr. Hubbard implementing to create innovative, multidisciplinary programs that attract students & fill market niches?
How can universities better align their offerings with student interests & workforce needs?
What role should boards play in guiding institutions through difficult financial decisions & potential restructuring?
How can universities communicate & implement necessary changes while maintaining morale & retaining talent?
What lessons from the corporate world on change management & strategic planning can be applied to higher education?
How can struggling institutions evaluate their options, including potential mergers or closures?
What does Dr. Hubbard see as the future landscape of higher education, & how can institutions position themselves to thrive?
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Jun 30, 2024 • 38min
924: Transferable Leadership Skills - with Jason T. Evans, Chief Operating Officer, Tennessee State University
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In this episode, #924,
YOUR guest is Jason T. Evans, Chief Operating Officer, Tennessee State University
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Jason transition from a 40-year military career to becoming the first Chief Operating Officer at Tennessee State University?
What transferable leadership skills from the military are most valuable in higher education?
How is Tennessee State University adapting to Nashville's population growth & economic expansion?
What is the "Four the Future" campaign, & how is it addressing enrollment challenges for public universities in Tennessee?
How does Jason view the ongoing debate about the value of a four-year college degree?
What role do HBCUs play in providing opportunities for students & preparing them for future careers?
How does Jason approach implementing change in complex organizations like universities?
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Resources:
TSU is part of Four the Future, a statewide initiative to showcase the value of a four-year degree for Tennesseans. Learn more at fourthefuturetn.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FourTheFutureTN/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/four-the-future-tn/
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Jun 27, 2024 • 37min
923: Revolutionizing Healthcare Education - with Matt Merino, CEO, Education Management Solutions
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In this episode, #923,
YOUR guest is Matt Merino, CEO, Education Management Solutions
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How is EMS working to revolutionize healthcare education & training through simulation technology?
What are some of the innovative solutions EMS is implementing to provide realistic, safe learning environments for healthcare students & professionals?
How is EMS gathering insights from clients to identify best practices in simulation-based training across medical schools, nursing programs, & healthcare providers?
What role does usability play in successful adoption of new training technologies, & how is EMS making advanced tools accessible to educators?
From AI integration to portable simulation units, what trends is Matt seeing in healthcare education technology?
What does Matt envision as the future of simulation-based training, & how can a flexible, configurable approach transform healthcare education outcomes?
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Jun 25, 2024 • 22min
922: LIVE From the 2024 Career Education Convention - with Billy Clark, President, Delta College of Arts & Technology
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In this episode, President Series #286, brought to YOU by LeadSquared, & recorded in person at the 2024 Career Education Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana,
YOUR guest is Billy Clark, President, Delta College of Arts & Technology
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
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Jun 25, 2024 • 18min
921: LIVE From the 2024 Career Education Convention - with Michael Sangster, CEO, National Association of Career Colleges, & Host, EdUp Canada
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In this episode, brought to YOU by LeadSquared, & recorded in person at the 2024 Career Education Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana,
YOUR guest is Michael Sangster, CEO, National Association of Career Colleges, & Host, EdUp Canada
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
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Jun 25, 2024 • 19min
920: LIVE From the 2024 Career Education Convention - with Aaron Schenk, Executive Director, The Mid-Atlantic Association of Career Schools (MAACS)
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In this episode, brought to YOU by LeadSquared, & recorded in person at the 2024 Career Education Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana,
YOUR guest is Aaron Schenk, Executive Director, The Mid-Atlantic Association of Career Schools (MAACS)
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
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