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Episodes of YOUR Higher Education Podcast

Feb. 12, 2025

LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamics

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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 f...
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...
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...
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...
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

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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

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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...
Feb. 5, 2025

Why Innovation Loops Are Key to Higher Ed's Future - with Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College

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In this episode, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #339, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference


YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College
YOUR cohost is ⁠⁠Charlie Anastasi⁠⁠, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, ⁠⁠Rize Education
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the innovative approaches to higher education at Millsaps College, a private liberal arts institution in Jackson, Mississippi.


President...
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...
Feb. 3, 2025

What's Next for Public Higher Ed? - with Dr. ⁠⁠John B. King⁠, Chancellor, ⁠State University of New York (SUNY)⁠

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In this episode, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #337, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference


YOUR guest is Dr. ⁠⁠John B. King, Chancellor, State University of New York (SUNY)
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the transformative work happening at SUNY & the broader impact of the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the country.


Chancellor King shares his vision for the 64-campus system, em...
Jan. 31, 2025

How DeSales University Found $3 Million in Hidden Digital Assets - with John Brzozowski⁠, CEO, & ⁠Mark Ewen⁠, VP of Sales, ⁠IPClear⁠, & ⁠Mark Albert⁠, CIO, ⁠DeSales University⁠

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guests are John Brzozowski, CEO, & Mark Ewen, VP of Sales, IPClear, & Mark Albert, CIO, DeSales University
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights how institutions can monetize their unused IPv4 addresses through network modernization & transformation.


The conversation explores how IPClear helps universities identify, optimize & monetize their IPv4 asset...
Jan. 30, 2025

What Community Colleges Must Do To Win The Value Proposition Battle - with Dr. George Timmons, President, Holyoke Community College

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In this episode, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #336, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference


YOUR guest is Dr. George Timmons, President, Holyoke Community College
YOUR cohost is Dr. Larry Schall, President, New England Commission of Higher Education
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the transformative work happening at Holyoke Community College & the broader impact of community colleges in higher education. Dr. ...
Jan. 29, 2025

What Nobody Tells YOU About Higher Ed Accreditation - with Dr. Davie Gilmour⁠, Chair, & ⁠Dr. Kate Conway-Turner⁠,  Chair-Elect, ⁠Middle States Commission on Higher Education⁠

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In this episode, recorded Live from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education⁠ 2024 Annual Conference, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guests are Dr. Davie Gilmour, Chair, & Dr. Kate-Conway Turner, Chair-Elect, Middle States Commission on Higher Education
YOUR cohost is Dr. Heather Perfetti, President & CEO, Middle States Commission on Higher Education
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
Recording live from the Midd...
Jan. 28, 2025

How Washburn University's Community-First Strategy is Redefining Regional Higher Ed - with Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek⁠, President, ⁠Washburn 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 ⁠⁠Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
In a landscape where many institutions struggle with enrollment & financial sustainability, Washburn University stands out under Dr. Juliann Mazachek's leadership, achieving remarkable growth & raising $42 million in fundraising...
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 ...
Jan. 22, 2025

Why This HBCU's AI Strategy Could Transform Higher Education Forever - with Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University

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In this episode, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #334, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference


YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University
YOUR cohost is ⁠⁠Laura Ipsen⁠⁠, President & CEO, ⁠⁠Ellucian
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How is Huston-Tillotson University embracing technology & AI in Austin's tech ecosystem?


What makes HTU unique as the ol...
Jan. 21, 2025

Why Empty Diploma Folders Changed an Entire University's Approach to Student Success - with Rachel Rosenfeldt⁠, Executive Director & Head of Training Services, ⁠Kotter⁠

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference& Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Rachel Rosenfeldt, Executive Director & Head of Training Services, Kotter
YOUR cohost is Roy de Vries⁠, Learning Innovator, ⁠aNewSpring
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
How does Kotter approach training in today's volatile environment?


How do they make training stick across different modalities? What is the "change muscle"...
Jan. 21, 2025

What It Takes to Keep Higher Ed Programs Market-Relevant - with Doris Savron, Vice Provost of Colleges, Assessment & Curriculum, University of Phoenix (UOP)

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference& Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is Doris Savron, Vice Provost of Colleges, Assessment & Curriculum, University of Phoenix (UOP)


YOUR cohost is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Jodi (Ashbrook) Blinco⁠, Vice President for Enrollment Management Consulting, ⁠EducationDynamics
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does UOP maintain curriculum relevancy through regular program health check...
Jan. 20, 2025

How a 7-Day Notice Changed Everything - Emma Lynne DeRoss⁠, Student When ⁠University of the Arts⁠ Closed

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In this episode, 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 Emma Lynne DeRoss, Student When University of the Arts Closed


YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for eighteen years. UI&U formerly announced its’ closure in June, 2024. During his tenu...
Jan. 16, 2025

Why 'Relentless Welcome' Could Be Higher Ed's Next Big Thing - with ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes⁠, President & Vice Chancellor, ⁠Yorkville University⁠

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In this episode, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #334, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference


YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
YOUR cohost is Tracy Kreikemeier, Chief Relationship Officer, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How does Yorkville University's unique position as a private Canadian university shape ...
Jan. 16, 2025

What Every Educator Needs to Know About AI in 2025 - with Ryan Lufkin, Vice President of Global Strategy, Instructure

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference& Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Ryan Lufkin, Vice President of Global Strategy, Instructure
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes

How is AI transforming education & what are the key features in Canvas for educators?


Why is AI literacy critical for both educators & students in 2025?


How can institutions balance AI adoption with cost management?


What role ...
Jan. 15, 2025

How a Corporate Attorney Became a University President & Is Transforming Higher Ed - with Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University

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In this episode, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #333, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference


YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University
YOUR cohost is Casey Liddle, VP of Account Management, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How does Marywood's unique "Bigger, Bolder & Better" vision shape its future?


What drove the transition from corporate law to...
Jan. 15, 2025

Why Green Mountain College's Closure Changed How We Think About Higher Ed Crisis - with Christina Fabrey & Heather Keith, Former Staff Members at Green Mountain College

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In this episode, part of a special EdUp College Closure Miniseries - Through the Eyes of..., brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guests are Christina Fabrey & Heather Keith, Former Staff Members at Green Mountain College
YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for eighteen years. UI&U formerly announced its’ closure in June, 2024. Du...
Jan. 14, 2025

How Massachusetts Created A Free College Program That Actually Works - with Dr. Noe Ortega, Commissioner, Massachusetts Department of Higher Education

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference& Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Noe Ortega, Commissioner, Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How is Mass Reconnect & Mass Educate making college more accessible & affordable?


Why is credit transfer still a major challenge in higher education?


How are student services evolving to su...
Jan. 14, 2025

What College Presidents Need to Know About AI & Business Model Transformation - with Dr. Jayson Boyers⁠, Executive Vice President, Business Model Transformation, ⁠Core Education⁠

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Jayson Boyers, Executive Vice President, Business Model Transformation, Core Education
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio with special co-host Dr. Emily Barnes, AI Strategist



How can institutions leverage AI beyond the classroom?


What is the value lens structure & how does it help institutions focus their resource...