The Higher Ed Podcast

Join Kamaar and Nichole Karpel as they discuss student initiatives with special guest, John Craig. Follow along as they ponder the future of Higher Education with topics including: access and funding for students, and what first-generation students will look like post pandemic.Have Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing from Pernell Goodwin, an advocate for higher education and passionate supporter of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Goodwin's personal experiences and journey have shaped his dedication to increasing enrollments at HBCUs and promoting the importance of ethnicity distinction.Goodwin begins by sharing his background, growing up in a small town and eventually finding his way to working with students and building a campus at Utica College. Through his experiences, he has seen firsthand the impact that higher education can have on individuals and communities, particularly those that have been historically marginalized.As an advocate for HBCUs, Goodwin emphasizes the importance of these institutions and the role they play in providing a strong foundation and sense of self for students. He notes that HBCUs are one of two community colleges in the state of Mississippi and highlights the significance of preserving and promoting the unique experiences and opportunities that these institutions offer.Goodwin discusses the challenges that HBCUs have faced during the pandemic and the importance of increasing enrollment. He emphasizes that higher education is a powerful tool that can lead to empathy and understanding, and ultimately serve as an equalizer for individuals and communities.For those who share Goodwin's passion for higher education, especially HBCUs, this episode is a must-listen. Goodwin's dedication and enthusiasm for spreading the gospel of higher education are truly inspiring and serve as a reminder of the impact that education can have on individuals and society as a whole.Have Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

This week's guest is the wonderful Olga Gusak. Join the HigherEd crew as Olga schools us on how for-profit colleges inspire academic innovations, risk-taking, recognition, and exploiting opportunity. How does resource orchestration play a role in all this? Find out! Have a listen!"As a visionary and proactive higher education leader, I offer twenty years of progressive experience in collaboratively directing academic programs, professionally leading Program Directors and Directors of Operations, and guiding the growth and sustainability of post-secondary organizations.I am highly experienced, as both an administrator and an instructor, in developing and evaluating inspiring curricula and instructional programs and am well versed in facilities planning, fiscal management, and student enrollment and retention planning.I am a passionate education advocate successful in driving accreditation standards and highly immersed in developing new programs and instructional processes based on current research, trends, and best practices.I am renowned for building top-performing academic and administrative teams that are committed to the success of each student as well as driving forth excellence in educational delivery.I welcome reach out from leaders in higher education and look forward to further communicating how I can promote your long-term goals and ongoing sustainability for your organization.Please email me at olgagusak@hotmail.com so we can brainstorm on how my skills can align with your needs."Taken from Olga's LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olgagusakHave Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

In this episode, Kamaar and George sit down with the Chief Academic and Operation Officer of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, Todd Cellini. They discuss the importance of upholding the organizational health within your HigherEd institution. Todd shares his beliefs on team dynamics and effective commitment in regards to employees and students. They chat about showing vision, creating clarity, and using data to guide their decision making. Check out the latest episode of The HigherEd Podcast.Have Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

Here's an episode of the HigherEd Podcast from earlier this year that we loved so much, we had to highlight it once more. Enjoy!"In this episode of the HigherEd Podcast, Kamaar and George invite Elianne Elbaum to speak about remote learning and how she's been able to integrate knowledge into platforms such as Coursera or Edx. Elbaum also describes how internationalization has played a key role in the digital agenda and much more. Enjoy the episode."Have Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

Kamaar Dejarnette, Elizabeth Fogle, and Nichole Karpel. The magnificent trio! Listen in as they break down how online education is rapidly evolving!Have Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

In this episode, Kamaar and George have a discussion with the astounding Elizabeth Fogle. Leading an astounding career in education, Elizabeth shares her experience with transitioning from a “fully residential” program delivery strategy to a more blended one, whilst highlighting the three most crucial aspects of executing the transition effectively: Communication, Technology Training, and Feedback.Have Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

In this episode of the HigherEd Podcast, our very own Kelsey Beyeler hosts once again with the distinguished Geoffrey Watson as they make predictions as to what Higher Ed may look like after Covid is said and done. "Geoff Watson is the Managing Partner, Ventures of Entangled Group and Entangled Velocity. He is a mission-driven leader who has a passion for building and scaling technology and education businesses.Geoff graduated from Dartmouth College with a bachelor of arts in English and received an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management at the University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School."https://www.crunchbase.com/person/geoff-watsonHave Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

In this episode of the HigherEd Podcast, Kelsey and Todd fill the shoes of our normal hosts to talk with Barbi Honeycutt about all things learning. As host of the podcast Lecture Breakers, Barbi describes the road to becoming what she is today as well as how to become a more engaging lecturer. "Hi, I’m Barbi, and I provide the structure, strategies, and support you need to engage students and improve learning. When you are successful, your students will be successful. And, that's why I focus my energy on supporting you!Throughout the past 19 years, I have facilitated thousands of professional development events for educators at colleges and universities throughout the world. The resources I provide are grounded in theory, informed by research, and designed for practical application."https://barbihoneycutt.com/pages/aboutHave Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.

In this episode of the HigherEd Podcast, Kamaar and George invite Elianne Elbaum to speak about remote learning and how she's been able to integrate knowledge into platforms such as Coursera or Edx. Elbaum also describes how internationalization has played a key role in the digital agenda and much more. Enjoy the episode.Have Questions? Give us a text!Check out Engine Systems HERE.