Why Every Student Must Intern - with Dr. Beth Ross, President, Emmanuel College
Key Takeaways
- Dr. Beth Ross shares her inspiring journey from starting as a work-study student who walked into the wrong office to becoming the President of Emmanuel College.
- Emmanuel College requires every single student, regardless of their major such as philosophy or biology, to complete a hands-on internship.
- Artificial intelligence might just be the catalyst that finally proves and enhances the immense value of a liberal arts education.
- Practical work experience combined with traditional academics ensures students are fully prepared for the modern workforce.
It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Beth Ross, President, Emmanuel College
This episode, President Series #499, is powered by Ellucian -Higher Ed's AI-Enriched Platform!
This episode is sponsored by the InsightsEDU 2027 Conference - focused on attracting & retaining the modern learner - February 23-25 in Phoenix, AZ! Use code EDUP & save $100! Early-bird pricing ends December 15, 2026!
This episode is brought to YOU by EdUp Leadership - the only intelligence platform built exclusively from presidential conversations in higher ed!
YOUR cohost is Jamie Ceman, Senior Executive VP of Reputation Services, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
- Could AI be the catalyst that finally proves the value of the liberal arts?
- How does a work study student who walked into the wrong office become a college president?
- Why does Emmanuel require every student, philosophy or biology, to complete an internship?
Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!
Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio
● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp Experience
We make education YOUR business!
P.S. Want access to the only intelligence platform built exclusively from presidential conversations in higher ed? Well, we have an app for that!
Join EdUp Leadership!
America's Leading Higher Education Podcast
America's Leading Higher Education Podcast Network
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the president of Emmanuel College?
Dr. Beth Ross serves as the President of Emmanuel College and shares her leadership insights on this episode of The EdUp Experience.
Why does Emmanuel College require internships?
Emmanuel College requires every student to complete an internship to ensure they gain real-world experience before graduation, regardless of their major.
How can artificial intelligence impact the liberal arts?
AI serves as a potential catalyst that highlights the critical thinking and problem-solving value inherent in a liberal arts education.