Public Colleges Episodes
June 23, 2025
Why Education—Not Just Degrees—Should Be Higher Ed's North Star - with Dr. Donna Hodge, President, Fitchburg State University
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In this episode, President Series #375, (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Donna Hodge, President, Fitchburg State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Fitchburg State University serving its regional mission in a crowded higher ed marketplace?
What unique programs are distinguishing Fitchburg State from other institutions?
How has the definition of "traditional"...
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In this episode, President Series #375, (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Donna Hodge, President, Fitchburg State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Fitchburg State University serving its regional mission in a crowded higher ed marketplace?
What unique programs are distinguishing Fitchburg State from other institutions?
How has the definition of "traditional"...
June 17, 2025
Why Georgia Film Academy Is the Blueprint for Entertainment Education - with C. Scott Votaw, Assistant Vice Chancellor for the University System of Georgia, Georgia Film Academy
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is C. Scott Votaw, Assistant Vice Chancellor for the University System of Georgia, Georgia Film Academy
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How did the Georgia Film Academy become a national model for film industry education?
What makes Georgia the #3 film production location in the United States?
How doe...
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is C. Scott Votaw, Assistant Vice Chancellor for the University System of Georgia, Georgia Film Academy
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How did the Georgia Film Academy become a national model for film industry education?
What makes Georgia the #3 film production location in the United States?
How doe...
June 16, 2025
How a $22M Deficit Transformed into a Mission-Driven Renaissance at NJCU - with Andrés Acebo, President, New Jersey City University
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In this episode, President Series #374, (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Andrés Acebo, President, New Jersey City University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did NJCU overcome a projected $22 million operating deficit?
What strategic steps led to the first balanced budget in seven years?
How is the university preparing for a strategic merger with Kean University?
What do...
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In this episode, President Series #374, (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Andrés Acebo, President, New Jersey City University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did NJCU overcome a projected $22 million operating deficit?
What strategic steps led to the first balanced budget in seven years?
How is the university preparing for a strategic merger with Kean University?
What do...
May 17, 2025
How Will Universities Survive the AI Revolution? - with Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis, President, CSU Stanislaus
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In this episode, President Series #368 , (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by the University of Rochester
YOUR guest is Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis , President, CSU Stanislaus
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Stan State driving socioeconomic mobility in California's Central Valley?
What makes Stan State ranked #2 in the nation for social mobility?
How do Hispanic-Serving Institutions meet the unique needs of diverse student populat...
In this episode, President Series #368 , (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by the University of Rochester
YOUR guest is Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis , President, CSU Stanislaus
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Stan State driving socioeconomic mobility in California's Central Valley?
What makes Stan State ranked #2 in the nation for social mobility?
How do Hispanic-Serving Institutions meet the unique needs of diverse student populat...
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 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 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...
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...
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. 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...
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. 10, 2025
How Transparent Leadership & Innovation Doubled Enrollment at Rowan - with Dr. Ali A. Houshmand, President, Rowan University
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In this episode, #1,009, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #330, & brought to YOU by Uwill
YOUR guest is Dr. Ali A. Houshmand, President, Rowan University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Rowan transform from a normal school to a major research university?
What drives the university's commitment to low-income student access & affordability?
How has transparent leadership & collaboratio...
In this episode, #1,009, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #330, & brought to YOU by Uwill
YOUR guest is Dr. Ali A. Houshmand, President, Rowan University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Rowan transform from a normal school to a major research university?
What drives the university's commitment to low-income student access & affordability?
How has transparent leadership & collaboratio...
Jan. 4, 2025
How Rural Universities Drive Life-Changing Economic Mobility - with Dr. David A. Tandberg, President, Adams State University
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In this episode, #1,002, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #325, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. David A. Tandberg, President, Adams State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does serving 5 of Colorado's 10 lowest-income counties shape Adams State's mission?
What makes the "Adams Promise" & direct admissions a game-changer for access?
Ho...
In this episode, #1,002, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #325, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. David A. Tandberg, President, Adams State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does serving 5 of Colorado's 10 lowest-income counties shape Adams State's mission?
What makes the "Adams Promise" & direct admissions a game-changer for access?
Ho...
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Nov. 4, 2024
978: Move at the Speed of Business - with Shannon Bryant, Executive Director of Workforce & Economic Development, Minnesota State Colleges & Universities System
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In this episode, #978, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Shannon Bryant, Executive Director of Workforce & Economic Development, Minnesota State Colleges & Universities System
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What does it mean to move at the speed of business in higher education?
How is Minnesota State serving 63% of the state's undergraduate population?
Why are stackable credentials becomin...
In this episode, #978, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Shannon Bryant, Executive Director of Workforce & Economic Development, Minnesota State Colleges & Universities System
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What does it mean to move at the speed of business in higher education?
How is Minnesota State serving 63% of the state's undergraduate population?
Why are stackable credentials becomin...
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Oct. 30, 2024
976: Building the University That Doesn't Exist - with Dr. Michael Shannon, President, University of North Georgia
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In this episode, #976, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #312, & brought to YOU by Uwill
YOUR guest is Dr. Michael Shannon, President, University of North Georgia
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is UNG balancing tradition & innovation across 5 campuses & 19.7k students?
What role does military experience play in university leadership?
How can AI & technology enhance the student experience...
In this episode, #976, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #312, & brought to YOU by Uwill
YOUR guest is Dr. Michael Shannon, President, University of North Georgia
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is UNG balancing tradition & innovation across 5 campuses & 19.7k students?
What role does military experience play in university leadership?
How can AI & technology enhance the student experience...
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Oct. 9, 2024
963: Serving the 'Gray Box' - with Dr. Jennifer Methvin, Chancellor, Arkansas State University-Beebe
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In this episode, #963, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #306, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Jennifer Methvin, Chancellor, Arkansas State University-Beebe
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is ASU-Beebe adapting to serve diverse student populations across multiple campuses?
What strategies is ASU-Beebe using to re-engage students & increase enrollment post-COVID?
How is the college balancing online, hybrid, & f...
In this episode, #963, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #306, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Jennifer Methvin, Chancellor, Arkansas State University-Beebe
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is ASU-Beebe adapting to serve diverse student populations across multiple campuses?
What strategies is ASU-Beebe using to re-engage students & increase enrollment post-COVID?
How is the college balancing online, hybrid, & f...
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Sept. 16, 2024
950: First Choice University - with Dr. Brendan Kelly, President, University of West Georgia
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In this episode, #950, President Series #298, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Brendan Kelly, President, University of West Georgia
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is UWG reimagining student services with its innovative Momentum Center?
What strategies is Brendan employing to create a "first choice" experience for students?
How is UWG balancing academic programs with experiential learning opportunities?
What unique c...
In this episode, #950, President Series #298, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Brendan Kelly, President, University of West Georgia
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is UWG reimagining student services with its innovative Momentum Center?
What strategies is Brendan employing to create a "first choice" experience for students?
How is UWG balancing academic programs with experiential learning opportunities?
What unique c...
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Aug. 27, 2024
943: Stackable, Packable, Trackable - with Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg, President, Athens State University
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In this episode, #943, President Series #296, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg, President, Athens State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Athens State University serving upper-division & adult learners?
What strategies is Catherine employing to assess prior learning & offer flexible degree options?
How is Athens State balancing workforce needs with providing a well-rounded education...
In this episode, #943, President Series #296, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg, President, Athens State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Athens State University serving upper-division & adult learners?
What strategies is Catherine employing to assess prior learning & offer flexible degree options?
How is Athens State balancing workforce needs with providing a well-rounded education...
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July 1, 2024
924: Transferable Leadership Skills - with Jason T. Evans, Chief Operating Officer, Tennessee State University
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In this episode, #924,
YOUR guest is Jason T. Evans, Chief Operating Officer, Tennessee State University
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Jason transition from a 40-year military career to becoming the first Chief Operating Officer at Tennessee State University?
What transferable leadership skills from the military are most valuable in higher education?
How is Tenn...
In this episode, #924,
YOUR guest is Jason T. Evans, Chief Operating Officer, Tennessee State University
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Jason transition from a 40-year military career to becoming the first Chief Operating Officer at Tennessee State University?
What transferable leadership skills from the military are most valuable in higher education?
How is Tenn...
Guest: Jason T. Evans
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June 18, 2024
901: The Epicenter of the Future - with Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, President, San José State University
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In this episode, #901, & President Series #283,
YOUR guest is Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, President, San José State University
YOUR cohost is Dr. Kirk Overstreet, President, John A. Logan College,
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, how is San Jose State leveraging its unique location to provide students with cutting-edge learning experiences & career opportunities?
With major tech companies like Nvidia, Adobe, & Zoom just minut...
In this episode, #901, & President Series #283,
YOUR guest is Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, President, San José State University
YOUR cohost is Dr. Kirk Overstreet, President, John A. Logan College,
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, how is San Jose State leveraging its unique location to provide students with cutting-edge learning experiences & career opportunities?
With major tech companies like Nvidia, Adobe, & Zoom just minut...
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May 26, 2024
889: Passport to Possibility - with Terrence Cheng, Chancellor, Connecticut State Colleges & Universities
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In this episode, President Series #278,
YOUR guest is Terrence Cheng, Chancellor, Connecticut State Colleges & Universities
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO of Ellucian
YOUR cohost is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is CSCU leveraging technology like AI to better support its 85,000 students across 12 community colleges, 4 universities, & an online state college?
As a first-generation college student & immigrant, how does Terrence's background shape his leadership appr...
In this episode, President Series #278,
YOUR guest is Terrence Cheng, Chancellor, Connecticut State Colleges & Universities
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO of Ellucian
YOUR cohost is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is CSCU leveraging technology like AI to better support its 85,000 students across 12 community colleges, 4 universities, & an online state college?
As a first-generation college student & immigrant, how does Terrence's background shape his leadership appr...
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April 22, 2024
877: Defying the Odds - with Dr. Waded Cruzado, President, Montana State University
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In this episode, President Series #272, brought to YOU by Jenzabar's Annual Meeting (JAM 2024),
YOUR guest is Dr. Waded Cruzado, President, Montana State University,
YOUR cohost is Dr. Bruce C. Kusch, President of Ensign College,
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has Dr. Cruzado's commitment to the land-grant mission shaped her leadership at Montana State University over her 14-year tenure as president?
What strategies has Montana State employed to promote access & st...
In this episode, President Series #272, brought to YOU by Jenzabar's Annual Meeting (JAM 2024),
YOUR guest is Dr. Waded Cruzado, President, Montana State University,
YOUR cohost is Dr. Bruce C. Kusch, President of Ensign College,
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has Dr. Cruzado's commitment to the land-grant mission shaped her leadership at Montana State University over her 14-year tenure as president?
What strategies has Montana State employed to promote access & st...
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April 1, 2024
850: The El Paso Connection - w/ Jane Swift, Former Governor, Massachusetts & President, Education at Work, & Louie Rodriguez, Vice Provost, Professional Dev, Engagement, & Strategic Initiatives, UTEP
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In this episode,
YOUR guests are Jane Swift, Former Governor, Massachusetts & President, Education at Work, & Louie Rodriguez, Vice Provost for Professional Development, Engagement, & Strategic Initiatives, UTEP
YOUR cohost is Benny Boas, CEO at Upright Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
YOUR sponsor is Ellucian Live 2024
Want to explore what UTEP & Education at Work are doing to support student success & career readiness?
Want to explore innovative strategies fo...
In this episode,
YOUR guests are Jane Swift, Former Governor, Massachusetts & President, Education at Work, & Louie Rodriguez, Vice Provost for Professional Development, Engagement, & Strategic Initiatives, UTEP
YOUR cohost is Benny Boas, CEO at Upright Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
YOUR sponsor is Ellucian Live 2024
Want to explore what UTEP & Education at Work are doing to support student success & career readiness?
Want to explore innovative strategies fo...
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Feb. 7, 2024
808: How to Build a Connected Campus Community - with Dr. Jonathan Koppell, President, Montclair State University
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In this episode, President Series #259
YOUR guest is Dr. Jonathan Koppell, President, Montclair State University
YOUR guest co-host is Cole Clark, Managing Director, Higher Education, Deloitte
YOUR host is Dr. Michelle Cantu-Wilson, Owner of Vida Consulting for Higher Education & Trustee at San Jacinto College,
YOUR sponsors are Ellucian Live 2024 & InsightsEDU
What are some strategies for fostering connections between a university & its local community?
What ...
In this episode, President Series #259
YOUR guest is Dr. Jonathan Koppell, President, Montclair State University
YOUR guest co-host is Cole Clark, Managing Director, Higher Education, Deloitte
YOUR host is Dr. Michelle Cantu-Wilson, Owner of Vida Consulting for Higher Education & Trustee at San Jacinto College,
YOUR sponsors are Ellucian Live 2024 & InsightsEDU
What are some strategies for fostering connections between a university & its local community?
What ...