President Series Episodes
The President series includes interviews with college & university Presidents within education & higher education from all across the globe.
May 12, 2025
How One State System Is Using Data To Stop Students From Dropping Out - with Dr. Christopher M. Fiorentino, Chancellor, Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education
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In this episode, President Series #367 , (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Christopher M. Fiorentino , Chancellor, Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education (PASSHE)
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen , President & CEO of Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is PASSHE keeping education accessible with tuition frozen since 2018?
What role does technology play in improving student retention & success?
How...
In this episode, President Series #367 , (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Christopher M. Fiorentino , Chancellor, Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education (PASSHE)
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen , President & CEO of Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is PASSHE keeping education accessible with tuition frozen since 2018?
What role does technology play in improving student retention & success?
How...
May 7, 2025
How This University President Accelerated Institutional Change in Just 9 Months - with Dr. Matt VandenBerg, President, Ohio Wesleyan University
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In this episode, President Series #366 , (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Matt VandenBerg , President, Ohio Wesleyan University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Ohio Wesleyan leading with boldness & kindness in today's higher education landscape?
Why does OWU intentionally keep all incoming students undeclared on their major?
What makes Delaware County, Ohio the perfect location for a liberal arts inst...
In this episode, President Series #366 , (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Matt VandenBerg , President, Ohio Wesleyan University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Ohio Wesleyan leading with boldness & kindness in today's higher education landscape?
Why does OWU intentionally keep all incoming students undeclared on their major?
What makes Delaware County, Ohio the perfect location for a liberal arts inst...
May 5, 2025
How AI & Brain Architecture Are Reshaping the Future of Higher Education - with Dr. Richard J. Bailey, Jr., President, Southern Oregon University
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In this episode, President Series #365, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Richard J. Bailey, Jr ., President, Southern Oregon University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is SOU navigating challenges in today's higher education landscape?
What makes Ashland, Oregon "the coziest college town in America"?
How does SOU balance growth with providing quality education?
What strategies help retain ...
In this episode, President Series #365, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Richard J. Bailey, Jr ., President, Southern Oregon University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is SOU navigating challenges in today's higher education landscape?
What makes Ashland, Oregon "the coziest college town in America"?
How does SOU balance growth with providing quality education?
What strategies help retain ...
April 30, 2025
What This Appalachian University Did to Build 3 Medical Schools & Revitalize a Region - with Dr. Burton Webb, President, University of Pikeville
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In this episode, President Series #364, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon & EDUP Xcelerated Excellence
YOUR guest is Dr. Burton Webb, President, University of Pikeville
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are rural institutions serving as economic catalysts in Appalachia?
Why is retaining students & creating educational pathways critical for regional development?
How can universities create their own...
In this episode, President Series #364, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon & EDUP Xcelerated Excellence
YOUR guest is Dr. Burton Webb, President, University of Pikeville
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are rural institutions serving as economic catalysts in Appalachia?
Why is retaining students & creating educational pathways critical for regional development?
How can universities create their own...
April 20, 2025
What Every University President Should Know About Growth - with Dr. David K. Wilson, President, Morgan State University
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In this episode, President Series #363, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. David K. Wilson, President, Morgan State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Morgan State grow from 7,200 to 11,000 students?
What drives infrastructure & capital investment of $2 billion?
How does the "7-point leadership model" transform institutions?
Why is board & political relationship ma...
In this episode, President Series #363, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. David K. Wilson, President, Morgan State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Morgan State grow from 7,200 to 11,000 students?
What drives infrastructure & capital investment of $2 billion?
How does the "7-point leadership model" transform institutions?
Why is board & political relationship ma...
April 15, 2025
What It Really Takes to Turn Around a University - with Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President, Friends University
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In this episode, President Series #362, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President, Friends University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Friends University serving as a talent importer for Wichita?
What drives program development in response to industry needs?
How can universities maintain financial sustainability?
What role does institutional focus play ...
In this episode, President Series #362, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President, Friends University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Friends University serving as a talent importer for Wichita?
What drives program development in response to industry needs?
How can universities maintain financial sustainability?
What role does institutional focus play ...
April 14, 2025
Why Higher Ed Must Defend Its Value in the Age of AI - with Dr. Steve Peterson, President, Bluefield University
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In this episode, President Series #361, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Steve Peterson, President, Bluefield University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are faith-based institutions serving Appalachian communities?
What challenges do first-generation students face in higher education?
How can university presidents balance internal & external commitments?
What role do healt...
In this episode, President Series #361, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Steve Peterson, President, Bluefield University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are faith-based institutions serving Appalachian communities?
What challenges do first-generation students face in higher education?
How can university presidents balance internal & external commitments?
What role do healt...
April 13, 2025
Will Consumer-Focused Colleges Win the Future? - with Dr. Frank Shushok, President, Roanoke College
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In this episode, President Series #360, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Frank Shushok, President, Roanoke College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are colleges adapting to serve as anchor institutions in their communities?
Why is viewing students as consumers critical for institutional success?
How can smaller colleges differentiate themselves in today's market?
What role ...
In this episode, President Series #360, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Frank Shushok, President, Roanoke College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are colleges adapting to serve as anchor institutions in their communities?
Why is viewing students as consumers critical for institutional success?
How can smaller colleges differentiate themselves in today's market?
What role ...
April 13, 2025
Why No College is Too Big to Fail - with Dr. Paula Langteau, President, When Presentation College Closed
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In this episode, President Series #359, (Powered By Ellucian), & part of a special EdUp College Closure Miniseries - Through the Eyes of..., brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Paula Langteau, President, When Presentation College Closed
YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for 18 years. UI&U formally announced its closure in June, 2024.
During his tenure, ...
In this episode, President Series #359, (Powered By Ellucian), & part of a special EdUp College Closure Miniseries - Through the Eyes of..., brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Paula Langteau, President, When Presentation College Closed
YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for 18 years. UI&U formally announced its closure in June, 2024.
During his tenure, ...
April 1, 2025
Why Branding & Differentiation Are Critical for University Success - with Dr. Lisa Coleman, President, Adler University
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In this episode, President Series #358, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Lisa Coleman, President, Adler University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can universities leverage partnerships for growth & sustainability?
Why is branding & differentiation critical in higher education?
How can institutions expand their impact through mental health initiatives?
...
In this episode, President Series #358, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Lisa Coleman, President, Adler University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can universities leverage partnerships for growth & sustainability?
Why is branding & differentiation critical in higher education?
How can institutions expand their impact through mental health initiatives?
...
March 31, 2025
How AI & Humanity Can Transform Teacher Education - with Dr. Susanne Thompson, President, Moreland University
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In this episode, President Series #357, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susanne Thompson, President, Moreland University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can new institutions innovate without bureaucratic constraints?
Why is mindset crucial for handling regulatory changes?
How can AI enhance rather than replace teacher-student connections?
What makes t...
In this episode, President Series #357, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susanne Thompson, President, Moreland University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can new institutions innovate without bureaucratic constraints?
Why is mindset crucial for handling regulatory changes?
How can AI enhance rather than replace teacher-student connections?
What makes t...
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...