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Public Colleges Episodes

Maybe Philosophy Professors Are More Important to AI Than Engineers - with Donald E. Hall, Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Binghamton University
March 31, 2026

Maybe Philosophy Professors Are More Important to AI Than Engineers - with Donald E. Hall, Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Binghamton University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Donald E. Hall , Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Binghamton University In this episode, sponsored by the 2026 ⁠ AcOps Conference ⁠ July 29-31 by Coursedog, & the ​ HigherEd PodCon ​ II happening July 16 & 17, YOUR cohost is Bridget Moran , Senior Content Marketing Manager, Coursedog YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco ⁠ , How does a SUNY center receive $55 million to create the NY Center for AI Responsibility & Research serving the entire state? Why...
If We're Not Here for Popularity, Why Are We Afraid to Make Decisions? - with Dr. Brian O. Hemphill, President, Old Dominion University
March 23, 2026

If We're Not Here for Popularity, Why Are We Afraid to Make Decisions? - with Dr. Brian O. Hemphill, President, Old Dominion University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Brian O. Hemphill , President, Old Dominion University In this episode, President Series #460, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , sponsored by the ​ ELIVE 2026 ​ Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, the ​ HigherEd PodCon ​ II happening July 16 & 17, & the 2026 AcOps Conference July 29-31 by Coursedog YOUR cohost is Karolyn Pearson , VP Strategy Officer & Managing Director, EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a 24k student research 1 univers...
40% Underrepresented. 1/3 First Gen. $1.1 Billion Impact. This is the University at Albany - with Havidán Rodríguez​, President, ​University at Albany
March 22, 2026

40% Underrepresented. 1/3 First Gen. $1.1 Billion Impact. This is the University at Albany - with Havidán Rodríguez​, President, ​University at Albany

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Havidán Rodríguez ​ , President, ​ University at Albany In this episode, President Series #459, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , sponsored by the ​ ELIVE 2026 ​ Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, the ​ HigherEd PodCon ​ II happening July 16 & 17, & the 2026 AcOps Conference July 29-31 by Coursedog YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen ​ , President & CEO, ​ Ellucian YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio How does the University at Albany serve 40% plus underrepresented students wh...
If Strategic Plans Ignore Employee Health, Are They Even Strategic? - with Dr. Kyle Dalpe, President, Western Nevada College
March 9, 2026

If Strategic Plans Ignore Employee Health, Are They Even Strategic? - with Dr. Kyle Dalpe, President, Western Nevada College

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Kyle Dalpe , President, Western Nevada College In this episode, President Series #452, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , sponsored by the ​ ELIVE 2026 ​ Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, the ​ HigherEd PodCon ​ II happening July 16 & 17, & the 2026 AcOps Conference July 29-31 by Coursedog YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a rural community college with 3 campuses across 6 counties serve 4k students with 160 full time employees while building enrollment...
From 11,000 to 32,000 Applicants: How a 256 Year Old University Tripled Demand - with Andrew Hsu, President, College of Charleston
March 2, 2026

From 11,000 to 32,000 Applicants: How a 256 Year Old University Tripled Demand - with Andrew Hsu, President, College of Charleston

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Andrew Hsu , President, College of Charleston In this episode, President Series #448, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the ​ ELIVE 2026 ​ Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, & the ​ HigherEd PodCon ​ II happening July 16 & 17 YOUR cohost is Samyr Qureshi , Executive Chairman, Knack YOUR host is Elvin Freytes How does a 256 year old public university grow from 11,000 to 32,000 applicants, launch doctoral programs, & achieve record enrollment by focu...
Why Your Campus & Online Programs Are Dying Because They Don't Talk to Each Other - with Dr. Evan Kropp, Executive Director, College of Journalism & Communications, University of Florida
Feb. 23, 2026

Why Your Campus & Online Programs Are Dying Because They Don't Talk to Each Other - with Dr. Evan Kropp, Executive Director, College of Journalism & Communications, University of Florida

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Evan Kropp , Executive Director, College of Journalism & Communications, University of Florida In this episode, brought to you by Career-Bond , YOUR co-host is Darius Goldman , Founder & CEO, Career-Bond YOUR host is Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Why is hybrid learning where students choose to attend in person, watch recordings, or go fully online the real solution to declining enrollment instead of running separate campus & online operations? How does holistic admiss...
This HBCU Teaches Students to CREATE Jobs, Not Find Them (Here's How) - with Dr. Aminta H. Breaux, President, Bowie State University
Feb. 22, 2026

This HBCU Teaches Students to CREATE Jobs, Not Find Them (Here's How) - with Dr. Aminta H. Breaux, President, Bowie State University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Aminta H. Breaux , President, Bowie State University In this episode, President Series #446, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the ​ ELIVE 2026 ​ Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22 YOUR cohost is Dr. Jodi Blinco ⁠ , Vice President for Enrollment Management Consulting, ⁠ EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio How does Maryland's oldest HBCU founded in 1865 serve 6k students through 65 programs with employer partnerships from Oregon to T...
What If Higher Ed Leaders Turned INTO the Wind Instead of Running From It? - Dr. Mark R. Ginsberg, President, Towson University
Feb. 10, 2026

What If Higher Ed Leaders Turned INTO the Wind Instead of Running From It? - Dr. Mark R. Ginsberg, President, Towson University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Mark R. Ginsberg , President, Towson University In this episode, President Series #444, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR cohost is Brent Ramdin , CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco ⁠ , Vice President for Enrollment Management Consulting, ⁠ EducationDynamics How does a public comprehensive research university of nearly 20,000 students balance being equally ...
Student Centered, Innovation Driven - with Dr. Rick Muma, President of Wichita State University
Jan. 12, 2026

Student Centered, Innovation Driven - with Dr. Rick Muma, President of Wichita State University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Rick Muma , President, Wichita State University In this episode, President Series #437, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR co-host is Page Keller , VP of Academic Relations, Knack YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a president build an Innovation Campus with over 50 companies like Airbus, Deloitte Smart Factory & NetApp where 12,000 students make nearly $40 million p...
Why "Ignore the Noise & Follow Your Heart" Is This President's Leadership Philosophy - with Dr. Anne D'Alleva, President, Binghamton University
Jan. 5, 2026

Why "Ignore the Noise & Follow Your Heart" Is This President's Leadership Philosophy - with Dr. Anne D'Alleva, President, Binghamton University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Anne D'Alleva, President, Binghamton University In this episode, President Series #435, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR co-host is Page Keller , Vice President of Academic Relations, Knack YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Elvin Freytes How does a public Research 1 university create a vice provost for student success position to transform holistic support from housing & food security to ac...
Are Practical Majors Just Better at Cultural Signaling Than Skill Building? - with Dr. Corey Moss-Pech, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Florida State University
Dec. 22, 2025

Are Practical Majors Just Better at Cultural Signaling Than Skill Building? - with Dr. Corey Moss-Pech, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Florida State University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Corey Moss-Pech , Assistant Professor of Sociology, Florida State University , & Author of Major Trade-Offs: The Surprising Truths about College Majors and Entry-Level Jobs In this episode, EdUp Extra series (because who doesn’t love a little extra goodness in their life), sponsored by the ⁠⁠⁠ ELIVE 2026 Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, & the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR cohost is Zach Kinzler , Senior ...
When Academic Integrity Meets AI: IU's Playbook - with Dr. Anne Leftwich, Associate VP for Learning Technologies, & Dr. Justin Hodgson, Strategic Dir. of GenAI, Faculty Initiatives, Indiana University
Dec. 22, 2025

When Academic Integrity Meets AI: IU's Playbook - with Dr. Anne Leftwich, Associate VP for Learning Technologies, & Dr. Justin Hodgson, Strategic Dir. of GenAI, Faculty Initiatives, Indiana University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Anne Leftwich , Associate Vice President for Learning Technologies, & Dr. Justin Hodgson , Strategic Director of GenAI, Faculty Initiatives, Indiana University In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠ Integrity4Education YOUR cohost is Thomas Fetsch , CEO, Integrity4Education YOUR host is ⁠ Elvin Freytes ⁠ How does a university respond to a 30% increase in academic misconduct cases by transforming faculty from reactive policing to pr...
How 1 College President Recruits Students Everywhere He Goes & Gives Away $500 Every Month - Mike Hobbs, President, Georgia Highlands College
Dec. 14, 2025

How 1 College President Recruits Students Everywhere He Goes & Gives Away $500 Every Month - Mike Hobbs, President, Georgia Highlands College

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #430, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Mike Hobbs , President, Georgia Highlands College YOUR co-host is Samyr Qureshi , Executive Chairman, Knack YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a college president grow enrollment by 1,100 students in 3 years while keeping tuition at just $105 per credit hour & offering bachelor's degrees for u...
The Signal vs. Noise Problem Every College President Faces (& How to Win) - with Brad Baca, President, Western Colorado University
Nov. 9, 2025

The Signal vs. Noise Problem Every College President Faces (& How to Win) - with Brad Baca, President, Western Colorado University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #420, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Brad Baca , President, Western Colorado University YOUR co-host is Gregory Clayton , President, EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ How does a 125 year old teacher's college serve 43 million adults with some college & no credential through targeted degree completion programs? What h...
The University That Refused to Accept the Demographic Cliff - with Dr. Aondover Tarhule, President, Illinois State University
Nov. 2, 2025

The University That Refused to Accept the Demographic Cliff - with Dr. Aondover Tarhule, President, Illinois State University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #418, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Aondover Tarhule , President, Illinois State University YOUR co-host is Brent Ramdin , CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Elvin Freytes How does a Nigerian born climate scientist with uneducated parents become the 21st president of a university achieving record enrollment since 1991? What happ...
What Happens When Universities Take Degrees to Students Instead of Waiting - with Dr. Kelly Damphousse, President, Texas State University
Oct. 12, 2025

What Happens When Universities Take Degrees to Students Instead of Waiting - with Dr. Kelly Damphousse, President, Texas State University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #412, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Kelly Damphousse , President, Texas State University YOUR co-host is Brent Ramdin , CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How does a former Canadian prison guard who "was the worst prison guard ever" transform into a university president leading 44,000 students? What happens...
If You Build It, They Won't Come: The New Reality of Higher Ed - with Dr. Ronald Rochon, President, California State University, Fullerton
Aug. 26, 2025

If You Build It, They Won't Come: The New Reality of Higher Ed - with Dr. Ronald Rochon, President, California State University, Fullerton

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #396, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Ronald Rochon , President, California State University, Fullerton YOUR cohost is Dr. Noreen Golfman , Former Provost, Podcaster, & Studiosity Advisory Board Member YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio How does Cal State Fullerton serve 44,000 students as the sole CSU in Orange County? What does "radi...
(Sneak Peek) How This College Is Preparing for Jobs That Don't Exist Yet - with Dr. Tiffany Hernandez, President, Glendale Community College
Aug. 19, 2025

(Sneak Peek) How This College Is Preparing for Jobs That Don't Exist Yet - with Dr. Tiffany Hernandez, President, Glendale Community College

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #394, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Tiffany Hernandez , President, Glendale Community College YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio How is Glendale Community College innovating with real world cybersecurity training through municipal partnerships? What does it mean to offer bachelor's degrees at community college tuition rates? How can ...
Are YOU Ready for the Future of Community College Leadership? - with Dr. Jermaine F. Williams, President, Montgomery College
Aug. 11, 2025

Are YOU Ready for the Future of Community College Leadership? - with Dr. Jermaine F. Williams, President, Montgomery College

It's YOUR time to #EdUp Stay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com In this episode, President Series #392, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , YOUR guest is Dr. Jermaine F. Williams , President, Montgomery College YOUR cohost is Dr. Noreen Golfman , Former Provost, Podcaster, & Studiosity Advisory Board Member YOUR ...
What Happens When 25% Of America's Food Comes From One University's Backyard? - with Vernon Harper Jr., President, CSU Bakersfield
July 27, 2025

What Happens When 25% Of America's Food Comes From One University's Backyard? - with Vernon Harper Jr., President, CSU Bakersfield

It's YOUR time to #EdUp Stay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com In this episode, President Series #385, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , YOUR guest is Vernon Harper Jr ., President, CSU Bakersfield YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio How does CSU Bakersfield serve as "Kern County's university" in California's Sa...
What Makes a 96% Job Placement Rate Possible? - with Dr. Bennie L. Harris, Chancellor, University of South Carolina Upstate
July 14, 2025

What Makes a 96% Job Placement Rate Possible? - with Dr. Bennie L. Harris, Chancellor, University of South Carolina Upstate

It's YOUR time to #EdUp Stay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com In this episode, President Series #382 powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ , YOUR guest is Dr. Bennie L. Harris , Chancellor, University of South Carolina Upstate YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio How did USC Upstate navigate enrollment challenges during ...
What Every College Leader Can Learn from Rural University Innovation - with Dr. Kelly A. Ryan, President, Eastern Oregon University
July 6, 2025

What Every College Leader Can Learn from Rural University Innovation - with Dr. Kelly A. Ryan, President, Eastern Oregon University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp Stay ahead of the conversation in higher ed. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com In this episode, President Series #378, (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon YOUR guest is Dr. Kelly A. Ryan , President, Eastern Oregon University YOUR cohost is ⁠ Charlie Anastasi ⁠ , VP, Revenue & Academic Part...
Why Bemidji State's President Believes 'Our Why is Tied to Our Who' in Higher Education - with Dr. John L. Hoffman, President, Bemidji State University
June 29, 2025

Why Bemidji State's President Believes 'Our Why is Tied to Our Who' in Higher Education - with Dr. John L. Hoffman, President, Bemidji State University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp Click here to support Elvin & Joe! In this episode, President Series #377, (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon YOUR guest is Dr. John L. Hoffman , President, Bemidji State University YOUR host is ⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio How did Bemidji State navigate significant budget challenges? What makes the university's student population uniquely diverse? How are Native American students being served in North Central Minnesota? What strategies are improvin...
Why Education—Not Just Degrees—Should Be Higher Ed's North Star - with Dr. Donna Hodge, President, Fitchburg State University
June 23, 2025

Why Education—Not Just Degrees—Should Be Higher Ed's North Star - with Dr. Donna Hodge, President, Fitchburg State University

It's YOUR time to #EdUp Click here to support Elvin & Joe! 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" & "non-trad...