Episodes of YOUR Higher Education Podcast
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 14, 2025
Why Students Cheat When They Feel Cheated - with Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
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In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes , President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi , Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Julia define academic integrity & its relationship to institutional trust?
What sparked her 20-year research journey into academic misconduct?
Why do students "cheat when they feel cheated" & h...
In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes , President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi , Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Julia define academic integrity & its relationship to institutional trust?
What sparked her 20-year research journey into academic misconduct?
Why do students "cheat when they feel cheated" & h...
May 13, 2025
How Will Career Pathways Transform Secondary Education? - with Raquel Martinez, President, Board of Directors, National Association of Secondary School Principal
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Raquel Martinez , President, Board of Directors, National Association of Secondary School Principal
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson , Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How did Martinez's journey lead her to become the first Latina president of NASSP?
What innovative programs is she implementing at the new Sageview High School?
How does she approach diversity & inclusion in education?...
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Raquel Martinez , President, Board of Directors, National Association of Secondary School Principal
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson , Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How did Martinez's journey lead her to become the first Latina president of NASSP?
What innovative programs is she implementing at the new Sageview High School?
How does she approach diversity & inclusion in education?...
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 11, 2025
How Prison Education & Micro-Credentials Will Transform Higher Education's Future - Dr. Jesse Mason, Associate Vice Chancellor – Academic Affairs, Minnesota State
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In this episode, sponsored by Coursedog ,
YOUR guest is Dr. Jesse Mason , Associate Vice Chancellor – Academic Affairs, Minnesota State
YOUR cohost is Bridget Moran , Senior Content Manager at Coursedog
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How is Minnesota State creating pathways for diverse student populations?
What drives successful community engagement & system-level support?
How is the prison education initiative transforming lives?
Why is knowledge acquis...
In this episode, sponsored by Coursedog ,
YOUR guest is Dr. Jesse Mason , Associate Vice Chancellor – Academic Affairs, Minnesota State
YOUR cohost is Bridget Moran , Senior Content Manager at Coursedog
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How is Minnesota State creating pathways for diverse student populations?
What drives successful community engagement & system-level support?
How is the prison education initiative transforming lives?
Why is knowledge acquis...
May 8, 2025
What Makes Vanderbilt's Approach to Academic Integrity Unique in the Age of AI - with G.L. Black, Vice Provost for Student Affairs & Dean of Students, Vanderbilt University
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In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is G.L. Black, Vice Provost for Student Affairs & Dean of Students, Vanderbilt University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does G.L. Black define academic integrity & its student-led honor council at Vanderbilt?
What strategies does Vanderbilt use with their honor pledge & code?
How does Vanderbilt approach AI tool...
In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is G.L. Black, Vice Provost for Student Affairs & Dean of Students, Vanderbilt University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does G.L. Black define academic integrity & its student-led honor council at Vanderbilt?
What strategies does Vanderbilt use with their honor pledge & code?
How does Vanderbilt approach AI tool...
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 6, 2025
This Framework Will Transform Your Storytelling Power Forever - with Dr. Danny Brassell, Co-Founder, The WellCrafted Workshop
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Danny Brassell , Co-Founder, The WellCrafted Workshop
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How can you transform your personal experiences into powerful business stories?
Why is clarity the essential first step in crafting an effective presentation?
How does focusing on service rather than selling build stronger connections?
What role do the "Five Cs" play in creating presentations that inspire...
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Danny Brassell , Co-Founder, The WellCrafted Workshop
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How can you transform your personal experiences into powerful business stories?
Why is clarity the essential first step in crafting an effective presentation?
How does focusing on service rather than selling build stronger connections?
What role do the "Five Cs" play in creating presentations that inspire...
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 ...
May 1, 2025
How The Community Solution is Transforming Academic Integrity Across Six Campuses - with Dr. Cherron R. Hoppes, Chief Academic Officer, The Community Solution Education System
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In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Dr. Cherron R. Hoppes, Chief Academic Officer, The Community Solution Education System
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Dr. Hoppes define academic integrity & its relationship to meaningful assessment?
What strategies does the Community Solution use to maintain consistency across six i...
In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Dr. Cherron R. Hoppes, Chief Academic Officer, The Community Solution Education System
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Dr. Hoppes define academic integrity & its relationship to meaningful assessment?
What strategies does the Community Solution use to maintain consistency across six i...
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 29, 2025
Why This Consultant Donated His Entire Business to a University - with Frank Casagrande, Senior Consultant, & Dr. David Bauer, Director, Casa Grande Institute for Higher Education Effectiveness
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guests are Frank Casagrande, Senior Consultant, & Dr. David Bauer, Director, Casa Grande Institute for Higher Education Effectiveness
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Frank Casagrande donate his consulting firm to Viterbo University?
What unique credibility comes from a higher ed consultancy embedded within a university?
Why do faculty compensation perspectives differ ...
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guests are Frank Casagrande, Senior Consultant, & Dr. David Bauer, Director, Casa Grande Institute for Higher Education Effectiveness
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did Frank Casagrande donate his consulting firm to Viterbo University?
What unique credibility comes from a higher ed consultancy embedded within a university?
Why do faculty compensation perspectives differ ...
April 28, 2025
Will This AI Tool Solve Higher Ed's Enrollment Crisis? - with Matt Foran, Founder & CEO, KnowMeQ
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Matt Foran, Founder & CEO, KnowMeQ
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How can AI tools transform credit for prior learning in higher education?
Why is knowing oneself the most important "Q" for career success?
How does simplifying prior learning assessment increase student enrollment?
What role can AI play in creating equitable educational pathways?
Why must institu...
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Matt Foran, Founder & CEO, KnowMeQ
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco
How can AI tools transform credit for prior learning in higher education?
Why is knowing oneself the most important "Q" for career success?
How does simplifying prior learning assessment increase student enrollment?
What role can AI play in creating equitable educational pathways?
Why must institu...
April 27, 2025
AI for Learning vs. AI for Productivity - with Mike Larsen, CEO, Studiosity
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Mike Larsen, CEO, Studiosity
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What is AI for learning versus AI for productivity?
How is Studiosity providing learning-focused AI solutions globally?
How can institutions implement AI that enhances critical thinking rather than replacing it?
What challenges do students face with academic integrity & AI usage?
How is Studiosity exp...
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Mike Larsen, CEO, Studiosity
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What is AI for learning versus AI for productivity?
How is Studiosity providing learning-focused AI solutions globally?
How can institutions implement AI that enhances critical thinking rather than replacing it?
What challenges do students face with academic integrity & AI usage?
How is Studiosity exp...
April 23, 2025
What Makes an Effective AI Policy? - with Dr. Elizabeth Skomp, Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs, Stetson University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Dr. Elizabeth Skomp, Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs, Stetson University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Dr. Skomp define academic integrity & its student-led honor system at Stetson?
What strategies does Stetson use with their honor pledge & code?
How does Stet...
In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Dr. Elizabeth Skomp, Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs, Stetson University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Dr. Skomp define academic integrity & its student-led honor system at Stetson?
What strategies does Stetson use with their honor pledge & code?
How does Stet...
April 22, 2025
Why Trade Schools Are More Popular Than the Ivy League - with Brady Colby, Head of Market Research, Validated Insights
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Brady Colby, Head of Market Research, Validated Insights
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are trade schools reaching the "hockey stick" growth phase?
Why do trade schools now have higher favorability than Ivy League institutions?
How are revenues growing at 11.1% while enrollment rises 4.9%?
What differentiates public & proprietary trade school performance?
...
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Brady Colby, Head of Market Research, Validated Insights
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are trade schools reaching the "hockey stick" growth phase?
Why do trade schools now have higher favorability than Ivy League institutions?
How are revenues growing at 11.1% while enrollment rises 4.9%?
What differentiates public & proprietary trade school performance?
...
April 21, 2025
How One College Increased Retention by 5% Through Mobile Technology - with Dr. Anne Clancy, National Executive, Higher Education Strategy, T-Mobile
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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Anne Clancy, National Executive, Higher Education Strategy, T-Mobile
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is T-Mobile helping close the digital divide in higher education?
What makes ubiquitous connectivity essential for today's students?
How can universities justify the investment in technology infrastructure?
Why did one college see a 5% increase in retention...
In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Anne Clancy, National Executive, Higher Education Strategy, T-Mobile
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is T-Mobile helping close the digital divide in higher education?
What makes ubiquitous connectivity essential for today's students?
How can universities justify the investment in technology infrastructure?
Why did one college see a 5% increase in retention...
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 16, 2025
Why Due Process Matters in Academic Integrity Cases - with Jake Kasper, Assistant Director, Office of Student Support & Accountability, Student Life & Engagement, Michigan State University
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In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Jake Kasper, Assistant Director, Office of Student Support & Accountability, Student Life & Engagement, Michigan State University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Kasper define academic integrity & its philosophy at Michigan State University?
What process does MSU use to ensure ...
In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,
YOUR guest is Jake Kasper, Assistant Director, Office of Student Support & Accountability, Student Life & Engagement, Michigan State University
YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How does Kasper define academic integrity & its philosophy at Michigan State University?
What process does MSU use to ensure ...
April 15, 2025
What It Really Takes to Turn Around a University - with Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President, Friends University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
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 15, 2025
LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 - with Dr. John O'Brien, President, & Dr. Jenay Robert, Senior Researcher, EDUCAUSE
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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,
YOUR guests are Dr. John O'Brien, President, & Dr. Jenay Robert, Senior Researcher, EDUCAUSE
YOU cohost is Dr. Chris Moloney, Principal Strategic Specialist, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is EDUCAUSE serving as a trusted advisor for higher education technology?
What does the 2025 AI landscape study reveal about institutional preparedness?
Why is digital transforma...
In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,
YOUR guests are Dr. John O'Brien, President, & Dr. Jenay Robert, Senior Researcher, EDUCAUSE
YOU cohost is Dr. Chris Moloney, Principal Strategic Specialist, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is EDUCAUSE serving as a trusted advisor for higher education technology?
What does the 2025 AI landscape study reveal about institutional preparedness?
Why is digital transforma...
April 14, 2025
Why Higher Ed Must Defend Its Value in the Age of AI - with Dr. Steve Peterson, President, Bluefield University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
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
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
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, ...