

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast
Dustin Ramsdell
The Higher Ed Geek Podcast explores the impact of edtech on the student experience by speaking with diverse leaders from institutions, companies, and nonprofit organizations. Each week we aim to provide an engaging, fun, and relevant dose of professional development that honors the wide range of work happening all across the higher ed ecosystem. Come geek out with us! The Higher Ed Geek Podcast is hosted by Dustin Ramsdell and is a proud member of the Enrollify Podcast Network.
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Mar 23, 2022 • 39min
BONUS Episode #150: Sujoy Roy on Digital Engagement for Prospective Students
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. If you are an expert in your field, have a unique story to share, or an interesting point of view-- it’s time to explore the world of podcasting with Kitcaster! Go to https://kitcaster.com/geek/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast. Our guest for this week’s bonus episode is Sujoy Roy, Founder and CEO of VisitDays. Sujoy shares his deep passion for this important work helping bridge gaps in prospective student institutional knowledge and access. Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Mar 16, 2022 • 32min
Episode #149: Dr. Rovy Branon on the Growth and Future of Continuing Education
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. If you are an expert in your field, have a unique story to share, or an interesting point of view-- it’s time to explore the world of podcasting with Kitcaster! Go to https://kitcaster.com/geek/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast. Our guest for this week’s episode is Dr. Rovy Branon, Vice Provost of the Continuum College at the University of Washington. Rovy shares his perspective on the current moment for continuing education, what is making it especially relevant for students right now, and how to achieve success in this space moving forward. Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Mar 2, 2022 • 36min
Episode #148: Jarrod Morgan on Facilitating Positive Academic Experiences
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. If you are an expert in your field, have a unique story to share, or an interesting point of view-- it’s time to explore the world of podcasting with Kitcaster! Go to https://kitcaster.com/geek/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast. Our guest for this week’s episode is Jarrod Morgan, Founder & Chief Strategy Officer at Meazure Learning. Jarrod shares his passion for ensuring academic integrity for all students as well as how to avoid “security theater” when choosing the right proctoring tools. Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Feb 23, 2022 • 38min
BONUS Episode #147: Shaunak Roy on Engaging Students in Online Learning Environments
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. If you are an expert in your field, have a unique story to share, or an interesting point of view-- it’s time to explore the world of podcasting with Kitcaster! Go to https://kitcaster.com/geek/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast. Our guest for this week’s bonus episode is Shaunak Roy, Founder and CEO of Yellowdig. Shaunak shares his unique background as well as the perspective he takes working to integrate intentional social strategies into the learning experience of college students. Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Feb 16, 2022 • 29min
Episode #146: Building Learner Confidence with Dr. Aditya Nagrath
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Our guest for this week’s episode is Dr. Aditya Nagrath, CEO and Co-Founder of Elephant Learning Math Academy. Aditya shares details of his work helping learners to build confidence through understanding the language of mathematics as a foundational knowledge base. --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast --- Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Feb 9, 2022 • 35min
BONUS Episode #145: Leading a Community of Curiosity with Lee Kump
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Our guest for this week’s bonus episode is Lee Kump, Dean of the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences at Penn State University. Dean Kump shares unique insights from his position in working to create an innovative culture for his team. --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast --- Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Feb 2, 2022 • 43min
Episode #144: Innovating the Learning Experience with Dr. Stephen Standifird
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Our guest for this week’s episode is Dr. Stephen Standifird, President of Bradley University. Stephen shares his journey into academia coming from a background in chemical engineering and how he works to foster a culture that is truly student centered versus just student concerned. --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast --- Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Jan 26, 2022 • 32min
BONUS Episode #143: Maximizing Digital Credentials with Susan Manning
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Our guest for this week’s bonus episode is Dr. Susan Manning, Chief Success Strategist at Credly. Susan shares context on the current state of digital credentials in higher ed and how they can effectively capture skill attainment for the benefit of employees, employers, and higher ed institutions. --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast --- Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Jan 19, 2022 • 34min
Episode #142: The Power of Mentoring for Students with Jackson Boyar
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Our guest for this week’s episode is Jackson Boyar, Co-founder and CEO of Mentor Collective. Jackson shares a bit about the inception of the company as well as the methodology behind their approach creating high impact opportunities for all students to benefit from mentoring. --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast --- Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Jan 12, 2022 • 3min
Episode #141: Season 6 Premiere!
Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Make sure to check out new episodes of the podcast starting next week on January 19th! --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast --- Music by pond5.com
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.