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EDUCAUSE
Podcast guests engage in candid conversations about big issues in higher education technology. Hosted by Sophie White, Showcase Program Manager, and Jenay Robert, Senior Researcher. Produced by Kelli Horan, Digital Content Manager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 17, 2025 • 54min
Why Sustainability Is a Big Opportunity for Higher Ed
In this episode, hosts Sophie and Jenay talk with Karen Costa and Kristen Gay about the latest EDUCAUSE QuickPoll on sustainability in higher education and the opportunities for higher education to be a leader in climate action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 2025 • 48min
Collaboration Meets AI Innovation
In this discussion, Joe Sabado, Deputy CIO at UC Santa Barbara, and Danny Liu, Professor at the University of Sydney, delve into AI's transformative role in education. They explore the disparity in AI adoption among institutions and emphasize the need for collaboration to bridge cultural divides. The conversation touches on academic integrity, workforce readiness, and the importance of adapting curricula to AI advancements. Together, they propose a framework for successful AI integration, highlighting the significance of a strong institutional culture in fostering innovation.

Feb 10, 2025 • 47min
Unlocking Trust: Protecting Privacy and Securing Data
In this episode, hosts and guests explore how higher education institutions are navigating the balance between protecting privacy and securing data, while simultaneously championing innovation, promoting transparency, and fostering collaboration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 2025 • 43min
AI and Cybersecurity
In this episode recorded live at the 2024 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, hosts Sophie and Jenay discuss how higher education can use available resources to address cybersecurity risks surrounding artificial intelligence with guest David Seidl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 2025 • 50min
Mental Health Supports: Moving Higher Ed Toward a Culture of Care
This episode delves into the 2025 EDUCAUSE Horizon Action Plan: Mental Health Supports. Hosts and guests examine the challenges faced by higher education institutions and highlight actionable steps individuals and institutions can take to improve mental health support of students, faculty, and staff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 2024 • 43min
Adapting to the Future
In this episode recorded live at the 2024 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, hosts Sophie and Jenay talk with Mike Richichi and Brendan Post about how higher education can adapt to the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7, 2024 • 36min
A Policy Update from the 2024 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference
Host Jenay Robert talks legislative updates with Jarret Cummings, EDUCAUSE Senior Advisor for Policy and Government Relations. They dive into the new web and mobile app accessibility regulations, proposed cyber incident reporting rules, research cybersecurity issues, and what to expect in 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 2024 • 46min
2025 EDUCAUSE Top 10: Restoring Trust
Can’t get enough of the EDUCAUSE Top 10? Hosts Sophie White and Jenay Robert dive into the issues with Susan Grajek, answering audience questions in a lively, unscripted conversation. Recorded live at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, this episode provides a ground-level view of the Top 10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 2024 • 50min
Takeaways from the 2024 Horizon Report, Cybersecurity and Privacy Edition
EDUCAUSE researchers and panelists discuss takeaways from the 2024 Horizon Report, Cybersecurity and Privacy Edition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 16, 2024 • 60min
AI…Friend or Foe?
In this episode, Paul LeBlanc, former President of Southern New Hampshire University, and John O'Brien, EDUCAUSE President and CEO, discuss how artificial intelligence relates to higher education and where it challenges and informs our understanding of human systems. Hosts Sophie and Jenay also share their perspectives on the AI hype sweeping higher education.You can also watch the episode on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.