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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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Sep 23, 2024 • 42min
953: Hands-On & High-Tech - with Dr. Joel English, President, Aviation Institute of Maintenance
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In this episode, #953, President Series #300, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Joel English, President, Aviation Institute of Maintenance
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is AIM addressing the critical shortage of aircraft technicians?
What impact did COVID-19 have on the aviation industry & AIM's operations?
How does AIM balance hands-on training with online learning components?
What strategies does AIM use to collaborate with airlines & manufacturers?
How is AIM navigating the political landscape as a proprietary institution?
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Ad-Free & extended conversation ONLY for #EdUp subscribers includes:
Joel's thoughts on the future of online education in skilled trades
AIM's approach to integrating virtual & augmented reality in training
Insights on the evolving perception of career & technical education
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Sep 18, 2024 • 43min
952: The Business of Style - with Ron Marshall, President, & Scott Carnz, Provost, LIM College
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In this episode, #952, President Series #299, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Ron Marshall, President, & Scott Carnz, Provost, LIM College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is LIM College preparing students for careers in the business of fashion?
What strategies is LIM employing to attract & retain international students?
How is the college balancing in-person & online learning experiences?
What role does New York City play in LIM's educational model?
How is LIM adapting its curriculum to address sustainability & technology in fashion?
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Ad-Free & extended conversation ONLY for #EdUp subscribers includes:
Ron & Scott's insights on ensuring long-term institutional sustainability
LIM's strategies for expanding international recruitment & partnerships
Thoughts on developing corporate training programs for the fashion industry
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Sep 17, 2024 • 53min
951: The Future of Work Meets Higher Ed - with Eddie Lin, Co-Founder, NexusEdge Education
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In this episode, #951, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Eddie Lin, Co-Founder, NexusEdge Education
YOUR guest cohost is Dr. Daria J. Willis, President, Howard Community College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is NexusEdge bridging the gap between employer needs & higher education curriculum?
What strategies can institutions use to integrate industry-recognized credentials into their programs?
How can community colleges better prepare students for local workforce needs?
What role does faculty buy-in play in successful EdTech implementation?
How can higher education evolve to maintain relevance while preserving its core mission?
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Sep 16, 2024 • 42min
950: First Choice University - with Dr. Brendan Kelly, President, University of West Georgia
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In this episode, #950, President Series #298, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Brendan Kelly, President, University of West Georgia
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is UWG reimagining student services with its innovative Momentum Center?
What strategies is Brendan employing to create a "first choice" experience for students?
How is UWG balancing academic programs with experiential learning opportunities?
What unique challenges & opportunities come with transitioning to NCAA Division I?
How is Brendan fostering a culture of innovation & adaptability at UWG?
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Ad-Free & extended conversation ONLY for #EdUp subscribers includes:
Brendan's insights on UWG's transition to NCAA Division I
His perspective on the future of higher education & institutional scaling
Thoughts on adapting higher education to serve a more diverse student population
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Sep 11, 2024 • 39min
949: Law School 101 for College Presidents - with Dr. Joyce Jacobsen, Former President & Current Professor, & Lou Guard, VP & General Counsel, Hobart & William Smith Colleges
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In this episode, #949, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Dr. Joyce Jacobsen, Former President & Current Professor, & Lou Guard, VP & General Counsel, Hobart & William Smith Colleges
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has the legal landscape in higher education evolved over the past 15 years?
What are the key challenges facing college administrators in this new era of litigation & regulation?
How can institutions balance compliance with their core educational mission?
What role does in-house counsel play in navigating complex legal issues on campus?
How are emerging technologies & societal changes shaping legal considerations in higher ed?
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Extended conversation ONLY for #EdUp subscribers includes:
Insights on the most pressing legal issues facing higher education today
Discussion of how recent regulatory changes are impacting institutions
Predictions on future legal challenges for colleges & universities
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Sep 9, 2024 • 48min
948: Saddle Up for Learning - with Adam Rifkin, Hollywood Director & Malcolm McDowell, Actor, Last Train to Fortune (LTTF)
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In this episode, #948, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Adam Rifkin, Hollywood Director &
Malcolm McDowell, Actor, Last Train to Fortune (LTTF)
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does "Last Train to Fortune" celebrate the power of literature & education?
What unique challenges did Adam face in bringing his mother's script to life?
How does Malcolm's portrayal of Cecil Peachtree honor the passion of educators?
What message does this Western send about the enduring value of books in the digital age?
How can films like this inspire a renewed interest in classic literature?
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Sep 9, 2024 • 43min
947: Innovation in Action - with Dr. DeAnna Burt-Nanna, President, Monroe Community College
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In this episode, #947, President Series #297, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. DeAnna Burt-Nanna, President, Monroe Community College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Monroe Community College adapting to serve a diverse student population?
What strategies is DeAnna employing to boost enrollment & retention in challenging times?
How is MCC balancing workforce development with providing comprehensive education?
What unique challenges & opportunities come with leading a community college in 2024?
How is DeAnna fostering innovation & community partnerships at Monroe Community College?
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Ad-Free & extended conversation ONLY for subscribers includes:
DeAnna's journey to becoming a community college president
Her perspective on the future of community colleges
Insights on leading an institution that's driving economic growth in the Rochester, New York area
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Sep 9, 2024 • 56min
946: The Future of Ed Tech - with Jeff Dinski, Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer, Ellucian
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In this episode, #946, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Jeff Dinski, Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer, Ellucian
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Ellucian helping higher education institutions adapt to changing student needs & expectations?
What strategies is Jeff employing to drive innovation & growth at Ellucian?
How is Ellucian balancing traditional degree programs with emerging non-degree credentials?
What unique challenges & opportunities come with leading strategy at a major ed tech company in 2024?
How is Jeff fostering a culture of student-centric innovation in higher education technology?
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Sep 3, 2024 • 39min
945: Banking on Change - with Teri Williams, President & COO, OneUnited Bank
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In this episode, #945, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Teri Williams, President & COO, OneUnited Bank
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the country, serving low to moderate income communities?
What strategies is Teri employing to promote financial literacy & wealth building?
How is OneUnited Bank balancing digital banking with maintaining a community presence?
What unique challenges & opportunities come with leading a Black-owned bank in 2024?
How is Teri fostering a culture of innovation & collaboration between banking & education?
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The extended ad-free conversation ONLY for subscribers includes:
Teri's insights on the importance of Black-owned banks
Her vision for the future of financial literacy & education
Thoughts on balancing traditional banking with innovative technology
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Sep 2, 2024 • 37min
944: Breaking the Social Capital Barrier - with Aimée Eubanks Davis, Founder & CEO, Braven
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In this episode, #944, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Aimée Eubanks Davis, Founder & CEO, Braven
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Braven partnering with universities to serve first-generation & low-income students?
What strategies is Aimée employing to build social capital & career readiness?
How is Braven balancing employer needs with providing a well-rounded education?
What unique challenges & opportunities come with leading a nonprofit in higher education in 2024
How is Aimée fostering a culture of innovation & collaboration between universities & employers?
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The extended ad-free conversation ONLY for subscribers includes:
Aimée's insights on employer perspectives regarding college degrees
Her vision for the future of higher education & workforce development
Thoughts on balancing skills-based hiring with the value of a bachelor's degree
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