Episodes of YOUR Higher Education Podcast
March 24, 2025
How Two College Closures Shaped One Leader's Mission to Transform Admissions - with Kathy Belletty, Staff Member When Sanford Brown Institute & Culinary Academy of Long Island Closed
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of a special EdUp College Closure Miniseries - Through the Eyes of..., brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon YOUR guest is Kathy Belletty , Owner of Motivate With K.A.T. (Admissions & Enrollment Leadership Training Company), Host of EdUp Edge: The Scoop on Career Schools, Leadership & Life Hacks , & Staff Member When Sanford Brown Institute & Culinary Academy of Long Island Closed YOU...
March 23, 2025
How Universities Can Balance AI Challenges & Academic Integrity in 2025 - w/ Dr. Tricia Bertram Gallant, Director, Academic Integrity & Triton Testing, UC San Diego, & Author, The Opposite of Cheating
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, the 1st of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs (they will be having a webinar on the State of AI Detection in 2025 - click here to register), YOUR guest is Dr. Tricia Bertram Gallan t, Director, Academic Integrity & Triton Testing Center, UC San Diego , & Author of The Opposite of Cheating: Teaching for Integrity in the Age of AI YOUR cohost is Bradley Em i, CTO, Pangram Labs YOUR host is Elvin Freyte...
March 20, 2025
LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Nekima Horton, Director, Dallas College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans YOUR guest is Nekima Horton , Director, Dallas College YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio In this compelling episode, Horton shares valuable insights about grant implementation & how she helps institutions effectively utilize federal funding. Horton reveals her unique role as a contractor who implements grant programs, hires & trains staff, manages budgets, & handles all reporting requirements....
March 18, 2025
LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Andy Miller, Sr. VP, Strategic Enrollment & Partnerships, Indiana Wesleyan University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans YOUR guest is Andy Miller , Sr. VP, Strategic Enrollment & Partnerships, Indiana Wesleyan University YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio In this compelling episode, Dr. Miller shares valuable insights about enrollment management & how Indiana Wesleyan is evolving to better serve the modern learner. Speaking from the InsightsEDU conference, Dr. Miller reveals how IWU approaches speed in 3 crucia...
March 17, 2025
What Makes Alvernia University's 95% Job Placement Rate & Nine-Month Program Development Possible - with Dr. Glynis Fitzgerald, President, Alvernia University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 role do...
March 16, 2025
What It Takes to Lead 23 Universities & Transform Half a Million Students' Lives - with Dr. Mildred García, Chancellor, California State University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 educa...
March 12, 2025
LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Carmin Chan, Vice Provost, NAU Online, Northern Arizona University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans YOUR guest is Carmin Chan , Vice Provost, NAU Online, Northern Arizona University YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio In this compelling episode, Dr. Chan shares valuable insights about NAU Online's transformation & how they're evolving to better serve the modern learner. Speaking from the InsightsEDU conference, Dr. Chan reveals how NAU is reimagining their online education approach after 25 ye...
March 11, 2025
Why Timeless & Timely Skills Are The Future of Liberal Arts Education - with Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, President, St. Olaf College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 Education YOUR 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
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 institutions b...
March 9, 2025
LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Andrew Fleischer, Head of Industry, Elizabeth Rice, Senior Partner Lead, & Roy Daiany, Director, Education & Careers, Google
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans YOUR guests are Andrew Fleischer , Head of Industry, Elizabeth Rice , Senior Partner Lead, & Roy Daiany , Director, Education & Careers, Google YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio In this compelling episode, Google's leadership team shares valuable insights about the evolving landscape of higher education marketing & student recruitment through AI & search technologies. Speaking from the Insight...
March 6, 2025
Why Shared Leadership is the Future of Higher Ed - with Dr. Susan Elrod, Former Chancellor of Indiana University South Bend
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 th...
March 5, 2025
Why This College President Chose Tech Partnership Over Private Equity - with Michael Zimmerman, President, Campus
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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? W...
March 4, 2025
What Happens When Hollywood Meets Higher Ed? - with Josh Reibel, CEO, Dreamscape Learn
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon YOUR guest is Josh Reibel , CEO, Dreamscape Learn YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio How is VR technology transforming traditional STEM education? What makes story-driven immersive learning more effective? How can universities justify the investment in VR technology? Why do achievement gaps nearly disappear with immersive learning? How does VR complement rather than rep...
March 3, 2025
Why Polymath University's 3-Major Model Will Transform Higher Education - with Dan Futrell, Founder, Polymath University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 access...
Feb. 20, 2025
How Mission & Purpose Drive Educational Excellence - with Dr. Brian Johnson, President, Warner Pacific University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 Instit...
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
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 lea...
Feb. 13, 2025
LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Matthew Loonam, Lead Enterprise Executive - Education Vertical, LinkedIn
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans YOUR guest is Matthew Loonam , Lead Enterprise Executive - Education Vertical, LinkedIn YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio In this compelling episode, LinkedIn's Matthew Loonam shares valuable insights about the evolving landscape of higher education marketing & student recruitment through professional social networks. Speaking from the InsightsEDU conference in New Orleans, Loonam reveals how ...
Feb. 12, 2025
LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Katie Tomlinson, Sr. Director of Analytics & BI, & Greg Clayton, President, EducationDynamics
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans YOUR guests are Katie Tomlinson , Sr. Director of Analytics & BI, & Greg Clayton , President, EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio In this insightful episode, EducationDynamics leaders Greg Clayton & Katie Tomlinson share compelling findings from their latest "Engaging the Modern Learner" report, revealing dramatic shifts in how students approach higher education. Speaking from ...
Feb. 12, 2025
LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamics
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans YOUR guest is Brent Ramdin , CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio In this compelling episode, EducationDynamics CEO Brent Ramdin shares provocative insights about why some institutions are thriving while others struggle in today's challenging higher education landscape. Speaking from the record-breaking InsightsEDU conference in New Orleans, Ramdin reveals how the fastest-g...
Feb. 12, 2025
Will Technical Colleges Lead the Future of Higher Education? - with Dr. James Genandt, President, Manhattan Area Technical College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 over th...
Feb. 11, 2025
Why This College President Chose to Close Rather Than Merge - with Dr. Joseph Chillo, President When Newbury College Closed
It's YOUR time to #EdUp 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 announc...
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
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian ) #341 & 342, recorded Live from the Middle 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...
Feb. 7, 2025
Will AI Transform College Accreditation? with Dr. Judi Sciple, Dr. Ryan Hartnett, Dr. Terence Peavy, Tray Patterson, MSCHE, & Dr. Steven M. Rose, President, Passaic Community College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian ) #340, recorded Live from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education 2024 Annual Conference, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference YOUR guests are Dr. Judi Sciple , Senior VP for Accreditation Relations & Services, Dr. Ryan Hartnett , VP for Institutional Field Relations, Dr. Terence Peavy , VP for Institutional Field Relations, Tray Patterson , Director for Volunteer Services, MSCHE ,...
Feb. 6, 2025
What Columbia's Climate School Knows About the Future that Others Don't - with Dr. Jeff Shaman, Interim Dean of Columbia University Climate School
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025 YOUR guest is Dr. Jeff Shaman , Interim Dean of Columbia University Climate School YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco This episode explores Columbia's innovative Climate School, the first new school at Columbia in over 25 years, & its solution-focused approach to climate education. The conversation examines how the Climate School prepares students to tackle real-world challenges thr...