President Series Episodes
The President series includes interviews with college & university Presidents within education & higher education from all across the globe.
March 25, 2025
Why Healthcare Partnerships & Local Community Focus Drive Molloy’s Success - with James Lentini, President, Molloy University
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In this episode, President Series #356, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is James Lentini, President, Molloy University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Molloy University adapting to competitive higher ed landscape?
What role does financial sustainability play in institutional s...
In this episode, President Series #356, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is James Lentini, President, Molloy University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Molloy University adapting to competitive higher ed landscape?
What role does financial sustainability play in institutional s...
March 17, 2025
What Makes Alvernia University's 95% Job Placement Rate & Nine-Month Program Development Possible - with Dr. Glynis Fitzgerald, President, Alvernia University
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In this episode, President Series #355, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Glynis Fitzgerald, President, Alvernia University
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How is Alvernia University expanding its presence in Reading, PA?
Why is physical & educational accessibility critical for community growth?
How can universities build successful employer partnerships?
What ...
In this episode, President Series #355, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Glynis Fitzgerald, President, Alvernia University
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How is Alvernia University expanding its presence in Reading, PA?
Why is physical & educational accessibility critical for community growth?
How can universities build successful employer partnerships?
What ...
March 16, 2025
What It Takes to Lead 23 Universities & Transform Half a Million Students' Lives - with Dr. Mildred García, Chancellor, California State University
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In this episode, President Series #354, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Mildred García, Chancellor, California State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does leading the nation's largest public university system present unique opportunities & challenges?
What strategies are being implemented to support student success & retention?
How can higher edu...
In this episode, President Series #354, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Mildred García, Chancellor, California State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does leading the nation's largest public university system present unique opportunities & challenges?
What strategies are being implemented to support student success & retention?
How can higher edu...
March 11, 2025
Why Timeless & Timely Skills Are The Future of Liberal Arts Education - with Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, President, St. Olaf College
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In this episode, President Series #353, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, President, St. Olaf College
YOUR cohost is Dylan Fogarty, VP of Partner Success, Rize EducationYOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does St. Olaf deliver holistic education?
What distinguishes vocational education in the Lutheran tradition?
How are timeless & timely ...
In this episode, President Series #353, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, President, St. Olaf College
YOUR cohost is Dylan Fogarty, VP of Partner Success, Rize EducationYOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does St. Olaf deliver holistic education?
What distinguishes vocational education in the Lutheran tradition?
How are timeless & timely ...
March 10, 2025
What This First-Gen President is Doing to Make College Accessible - with Steve K. Stoute, President, Canisius University
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In this episode, President Series #352, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Steve K. Stoute, President, Canisius University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What role does community engagement play in urban higher education?
How can universities eliminate barriers to student success?
Why is innovation critical in today's higher education landscape?
How can instituti...
In this episode, President Series #352, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Steve K. Stoute, President, Canisius University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What role does community engagement play in urban higher education?
How can universities eliminate barriers to student success?
Why is innovation critical in today's higher education landscape?
How can instituti...
March 6, 2025
Why Shared Leadership is the Future of Higher Ed - with Dr. Susan Elrod, Former Chancellor of Indiana University South Bend
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In this episode, President Series #351, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susan Elrod, Former Chancellor of the Indiana University South Bend
YOUR cohost is Dr. Mary Papazian, Executive Vice President, Association of Governing Boards (AGB)
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does shared leadership drive institutional change & success?
What role does scientific thin...
In this episode, President Series #351, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susan Elrod, Former Chancellor of the Indiana University South Bend
YOUR cohost is Dr. Mary Papazian, Executive Vice President, Association of Governing Boards (AGB)
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does shared leadership drive institutional change & success?
What role does scientific thin...
March 5, 2025
Why This College President Chose Tech Partnership Over Private Equity - with Michael Zimmerman, President, Campus
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In this episode, President Series #350, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Michael Zimmerman, President, Campus
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How does a family legacy evolve into a national online innovator?
Why is faculty quality crucial for student success?
How are institutions integrating traditional & digital education?
...
In this episode, President Series #350, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Michael Zimmerman, President, Campus
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How does a family legacy evolve into a national online innovator?
Why is faculty quality crucial for student success?
How are institutions integrating traditional & digital education?
...
March 3, 2025
Why Polymath University's 3-Major Model Will Transform Higher Education - with Dan Futrell, Founder, Polymath University
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In this episode, President Series #349, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dan Futrell, Founder, Polymath University
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
This episode highlights the innovative approach to higher education at Polymath University, a new nonprofit institution designed to be interdisciplinary, apprenticeship-based, & debt-free.
Founder Dan Futrell shares his vision for a university that addresses both ac...
In this episode, President Series #349, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dan Futrell, Founder, Polymath University
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
This episode highlights the innovative approach to higher education at Polymath University, a new nonprofit institution designed to be interdisciplinary, apprenticeship-based, & debt-free.
Founder Dan Futrell shares his vision for a university that addresses both ac...
Feb. 20, 2025
How Mission & Purpose Drive Educational Excellence - with Dr. Brian Johnson, President, Warner Pacific University
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In this episode, President Series #348, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dr. Brian Johnson, President, Warner Pacific University
YOUR cohost is Mark Wheeler, VP of Partnership Development, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights Warner Pacific University's unique position as a Christian university serving a diverse student population of around 650 students, with federal designations as both a Hispanic Serving Institut...
In this episode, President Series #348, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dr. Brian Johnson, President, Warner Pacific University
YOUR cohost is Mark Wheeler, VP of Partnership Development, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights Warner Pacific University's unique position as a Christian university serving a diverse student population of around 650 students, with federal designations as both a Hispanic Serving Institut...
Feb. 14, 2025
LIVE from InsightsEDU 2025 - with Xavier Cole, President, Loyola University New Orleans, Dr. Melik Khoury, President, Unity Environmental University, & Brent Fitch, President, RMCAD
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In this episode, President Series #345-347, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans
YOUR guests are Xavier Cole, President, Loyola University New Orleans, Dr. Melik Khoury, President, Unity Environmental University, & Brent Fitch, President, RMCAD
YOUR cohost is Elvin Freytes
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
In this dynamic episode featuring 3 distinctive university presidents, each leader shares unique insights about lead...
In this episode, President Series #345-347, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans
YOUR guests are Xavier Cole, President, Loyola University New Orleans, Dr. Melik Khoury, President, Unity Environmental University, & Brent Fitch, President, RMCAD
YOUR cohost is Elvin Freytes
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
In this dynamic episode featuring 3 distinctive university presidents, each leader shares unique insights about lead...
Feb. 12, 2025
Will Technical Colleges Lead the Future of Higher Education? - with Dr. James Genandt, President, Manhattan Area Technical College
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #344, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. James Genandt, President, Manhattan Area Technical College
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
This episode highlights the innovative approaches to technical education at Manhattan Area Technical College (MATC) in Manhattan, Kansas - known as "The Little Apple."
President & CEO Genandt shares how MATC has grown dramatically ov...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #344, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. James Genandt, President, Manhattan Area Technical College
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
This episode highlights the innovative approaches to technical education at Manhattan Area Technical College (MATC) in Manhattan, Kansas - known as "The Little Apple."
President & CEO Genandt shares how MATC has grown dramatically ov...
Feb. 11, 2025
Why This College President Chose to Close Rather Than Merge - with Dr. Joseph Chillo, President When Newbury College Closed
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #343, part of a special EdUp College Closure Miniseries - Through the Eyes of..., brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is Dr. Joseph Chillo, President When Newbury College Closed
YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for 18 years. UI&U formerly announced its...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #343, part of a special EdUp College Closure Miniseries - Through the Eyes of..., brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is Dr. Joseph Chillo, President When Newbury College Closed
YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for 18 years. UI&U formerly announced its...
Feb. 10, 2025
Why Cross-Industry Leadership Is Higher Ed's Secret Weapon - with Christopher L. Kenny, Jonathan Peri, Dr. Randall VanWagoner, & Dr. MarTeze D. Hammonds
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #341 & 342, recorded Live from theMiddle States Commission on Higher Education 2024 Annual Conference, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Christopher L. Kenny, Esq., President & CEO, Kenny Family ShopRites of Delaware, & Jonathan Peri, President, Manor College. We're also joined by Dr. Randall VanWagoner, President, Mohawk Valley Community College, & Dr. MarTeze D. Ha...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #341 & 342, recorded Live from theMiddle States Commission on Higher Education 2024 Annual Conference, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Christopher L. Kenny, Esq., President & CEO, Kenny Family ShopRites of Delaware, & Jonathan Peri, President, Manor College. We're also joined by Dr. Randall VanWagoner, President, Mohawk Valley Community College, & Dr. MarTeze D. Ha...
Feb. 7, 2025
Will AI Transform College Accreditation? with Dr. Judi Sciple, Dr. Ryan Hartnett, Dr. Terence Peavy, Tray Patterson, MSCHE, & Dr. Steven M. Rose, President, Passaic Community College
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #340, recorded Live from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education 2024 Annual Conference, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Dr. Judi Sciple, Senior VP for Accreditation Relations & Services, Dr. Ryan Hartnett, VP for Institutional Field Relations, Dr. Terence Peavy, VP for Institutional Field Relations, Tray Patterson, Director for Volunteer Services, MSCHE, ...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #340, recorded Live from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education 2024 Annual Conference, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Dr. Judi Sciple, Senior VP for Accreditation Relations & Services, Dr. Ryan Hartnett, VP for Institutional Field Relations, Dr. Terence Peavy, VP for Institutional Field Relations, Tray Patterson, Director for Volunteer Services, MSCHE, ...
Feb. 5, 2025
Why Innovation Loops Are Key to Higher Ed's Future - with Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #339, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the innovative approaches to higher education at Millsaps College, a private liberal arts institution in Jackson, Mississippi.
President...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #339, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the innovative approaches to higher education at Millsaps College, a private liberal arts institution in Jackson, Mississippi.
President...
Feb. 4, 2025
What It Takes to Lead a University for 13 Years When Most Presidents Last Just 4 - with Dr. Brian Noland, President East Tennessee State University
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #338, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Brian Noland, President, East Tennessee State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
his episode highlights ETSU's mission to serve the Appalachian region & its role as a healthcare education hub.
President Noland discusses ETSU's impact as an institution of 14,000 students & 2,600 faculty/staff, emphasizing their focu...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #338, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Brian Noland, President, East Tennessee State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
his episode highlights ETSU's mission to serve the Appalachian region & its role as a healthcare education hub.
President Noland discusses ETSU's impact as an institution of 14,000 students & 2,600 faculty/staff, emphasizing their focu...
Feb. 3, 2025
What's Next for Public Higher Ed? - with Dr. John B. King, Chancellor, State University of New York (SUNY)
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #337, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. John B. King, Chancellor, State University of New York (SUNY)
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the transformative work happening at SUNY & the broader impact of the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the country.
Chancellor King shares his vision for the 64-campus system, em...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #337, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. John B. King, Chancellor, State University of New York (SUNY)
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the transformative work happening at SUNY & the broader impact of the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the country.
Chancellor King shares his vision for the 64-campus system, em...
Jan. 30, 2025
What Community Colleges Must Do To Win The Value Proposition Battle - with Dr. George Timmons, President, Holyoke Community College
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #336, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. George Timmons, President, Holyoke Community College
YOUR cohost is Dr. Larry Schall, President, New England Commission of Higher Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the transformative work happening at Holyoke Community College & the broader impact of community colleges in higher education. Dr. ...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #336, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. George Timmons, President, Holyoke Community College
YOUR cohost is Dr. Larry Schall, President, New England Commission of Higher Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the transformative work happening at Holyoke Community College & the broader impact of community colleges in higher education. Dr. ...
Jan. 28, 2025
How Washburn University's Community-First Strategy is Redefining Regional Higher Ed - with Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #335, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
In a landscape where many institutions struggle with enrollment & financial sustainability, Washburn University stands out under Dr. Juliann Mazachek's leadership, achieving remarkable growth & raising $42 million in fundraising...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #335, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
In a landscape where many institutions struggle with enrollment & financial sustainability, Washburn University stands out under Dr. Juliann Mazachek's leadership, achieving remarkable growth & raising $42 million in fundraising...
Jan. 27, 2025
How This Military Leader is Transforming One of America's Largest Public University - with General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III, President, Texas A&M University
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #335, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III, President, Texas A&M University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
Texas A&M University President General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III, former Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, shares insights on leading one of America's largest public universities with ...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #335, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III, President, Texas A&M University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
Texas A&M University President General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III, former Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, shares insights on leading one of America's largest public universities with ...
Jan. 22, 2025
Why This HBCU's AI Strategy Could Transform Higher Education Forever - with Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Huston-Tillotson University embracing technology & AI in Austin's tech ecosystem?
What makes HTU unique as the ol...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Huston-Tillotson University embracing technology & AI in Austin's tech ecosystem?
What makes HTU unique as the ol...
Jan. 16, 2025
Why 'Relentless Welcome' Could Be Higher Ed's Next Big Thing - with Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
YOUR cohost is Tracy Kreikemeier, Chief Relationship Officer, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Yorkville University's unique position as a private Canadian university shape ...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
YOUR cohost is Tracy Kreikemeier, Chief Relationship Officer, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Yorkville University's unique position as a private Canadian university shape ...
Jan. 15, 2025
How a Corporate Attorney Became a University President & Is Transforming Higher Ed - with Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #333, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University
YOUR cohost is Casey Liddle, VP of Account Management, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Marywood's unique "Bigger, Bolder & Better" vision shape its future?
What drove the transition from corporate law to...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #333, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University
YOUR cohost is Casey Liddle, VP of Account Management, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Marywood's unique "Bigger, Bolder & Better" vision shape its future?
What drove the transition from corporate law to...
Jan. 13, 2025
What Running a Global University Looks Like in 2025 - with Dr. Alan Kadish, President, Touro University
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In this episode, #1,013, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #332, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Alan Kadish, President, Touro University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Touro manage operations across 11 cities & multiple academic models?
What drove Touro's successful pivot to remote learning during COVID-19?
Why is transparency with ...
In this episode, #1,013, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #332, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Alan Kadish, President, Touro University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Touro manage operations across 11 cities & multiple academic models?
What drove Touro's successful pivot to remote learning during COVID-19?
Why is transparency with ...