

HigherEdJobs Podcast
HigherEdJobs
The HigherEdJobs Podcast is dedicated to helping higher education professionals find fulfillment in their careers and be the change agents that higher education needs in today's world. Join hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin, along with guest experts, as they examine job search strategies and break down the latest news and trends in higher education.
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Oct 3, 2023 • 29min
E38: Education Policy - What’s Happening in D.C.?
How does education policy impact your day-to-day existence on campus? Find out from Jonathan Fansmith at American Council on Education (ACE). Fansmith identifies several education policy issues that you need to keep up with now.

Sep 26, 2023 • 9min
Ask the Expert: How to sell your teaching experience when your publications are limited or vice versa.
Do you have a lot of teaching experience but not a lot of publications? Do you have a lot of publications but not a lot of teaching experience? In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers how to sell and tell your career story on your CV while filling the gaps you may have in your professional experience. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Sep 19, 2023 • 13min
The Playlist: New Songs for Your Job Search
Check out which songs podcast guest Richard Sax has added to the HigherEdJobs Playlist for your higher ed job search! Do you have songs you want to add to the playlist? Email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with your suggestions and why you think they belong on the playlist!

Sep 12, 2023 • 32min
E37: Talking About Disability Inclusion on Your Campus
This episode's guest, Hira Byrne Paulin, shares her expertise in disability services in higher education. No matter the size or type of institution, Hira shares how to create and maintain a disability inclusive campus. Hira also busts some myths that hover around disability services.Mentioned in this episode: A Faculty Guide to the 5 Ws of College Disability Services

Sep 5, 2023 • 9min
Ask the Expert: How do you keep your team up to date with new technology, software, and technical needs?
In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on keeping your team up to date with new technologies and software. Matt gives advice on navigating how to ask your team members to brush up, and keep up, with new technology. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Aug 29, 2023 • 21min
E36: Gratitude and Adaptability in Your Life and Career Continued
In this episode, Kelly and Andy continue their conversation with Green Beret Nick Lavery on the importance of adaptability in our lives and careers. Listen in to hear Nick's perspective on implementing a military mentality into your job search, career, and leadership methods. "Why not determine what it is you actually want, who you actually want to become, and then begin working towards that today, not tomorrow..."

Aug 22, 2023 • 11min
Ask the Expert: How can I safeguard my profession with the rise of artificial intelligence?
In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question about artificial intelligence in higher education and safeguarding against job loss. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Aug 15, 2023 • 28min
E35: Gratitude and Adaptability in Your Life and Career
In this episode, Kelly and Andy speak with Green Beret and amputee Nick Lavery on the importance of adaptability in our lives and careers. Listen in to hear Nick's inspiring story and his advice for implementing gratitude in your daily life and deciding 'how' you will accomplish your big dreams.

Jun 27, 2023 • 13min
Ask the Expert: What to do when you are thrown into a role without proper training
In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Lee discusses the onboarding process and how to bolster yourself when a department's processes are limited. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Jun 20, 2023 • 30min
E34: Balancing Work and Life in the Summer
Join Kelly, Andy, and guest Richard Sax as they discuss balancing work and life in the summer. After working many summers as a higher education professional, Richard shares his recipe for a re-energizing summer. What is your recipe for a successful summer as a higher education professional?