Episodes of YOUR Higher Education Podcast
Jan. 10, 2025
How 250 Years of Resignation Letters Reveal Higher Ed's True Evolution - with Lauren Zalaznick, Editor, Letters from the Corporation of Brown University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,010, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is Lauren Zalaznick, Editor, Letters from the Corporation of Brown University
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinko
How do resignation letters tell the story of higher education's evolution from 1764-2023?
What drove Brown University's growth in academic programs & inclusiveness?
How does diverse leadership c...
In this episode, #1,010, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is Lauren Zalaznick, Editor, Letters from the Corporation of Brown University
YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinko
How do resignation letters tell the story of higher education's evolution from 1764-2023?
What drove Brown University's growth in academic programs & inclusiveness?
How does diverse leadership c...
Jan. 10, 2025
How Transparent Leadership & Innovation Doubled Enrollment at Rowan - with Dr. Ali A. Houshmand, President, Rowan University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
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. 9, 2025
When Colleges Close: A President's Perspective & The Impact on Community- with Dr. David Evans, Former President, Southern Vermont College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,008, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #329, 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. David Evans, Former President, Southern Vermont College
YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for eighteen years. UI&U formerly...
In this episode, #1,008, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #329, 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. David Evans, Former President, Southern Vermont College
YOUR host is Dr. Jay M. Keehn. Dr. Jay M. Keehn was employed by Union Institute & University for eighteen years. UI&U formerly...
Jan. 8, 2025
How to Serve the Some-College-No-Credential Market - with Sara Leoni, CEO, Ziplines Education
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,007, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is Sara Leoni, CEO, Ziplines Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What makes short-term certificates different from traditional degrees?
How does Ziplines partner with universities to deliver relevant curriculum?
Why is updating curriculum weekly sometimes necessary in tec...
In this episode, #1,007, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is Sara Leoni, CEO, Ziplines Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What makes short-term certificates different from traditional degrees?
How does Ziplines partner with universities to deliver relevant curriculum?
Why is updating curriculum weekly sometimes necessary in tec...
Jan. 6, 2025
Sticky Campuses - w/ Joe Ross, Reach University, Dr. Char Perlas, College of the Siskiyous, Dr. Dennis C. Rittle, Dr. Diana Johnson, & Dr. Justin White, Northwest Arkansas Community College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,006, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #326, #327, #328, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Joe Ross, President, Reach University, Dr. Char Perlas, Superintendent/President, College of the Siskiyous, Dr. Dennis C. Rittle, President, Dr. Diana Johnson, Senior VP of Learning, & Dr. Justin White, VP of Student Affairs & Strategic Initiatives, Northwest Arkansas...
In this episode, #1,006, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #326, #327, #328, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Joe Ross, President, Reach University, Dr. Char Perlas, Superintendent/President, College of the Siskiyous, Dr. Dennis C. Rittle, President, Dr. Diana Johnson, Senior VP of Learning, & Dr. Justin White, VP of Student Affairs & Strategic Initiatives, Northwest Arkansas...
Jan. 4, 2025
What Systemic Change Looks Like: Inside Houston's New Education System - with Mike Miles, Superintendent, Houston ISD
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,005, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Mike Miles, Superintendent, Houston ISD
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is HISD transforming education with their New Education System (NES)?
What makes whole-scale systemic reform different from incremental changes?
Why did NES expand from 28 to 130 schools in jus...
In this episode, #1,005, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Mike Miles, Superintendent, Houston ISD
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is HISD transforming education with their New Education System (NES)?
What makes whole-scale systemic reform different from incremental changes?
Why did NES expand from 28 to 130 schools in jus...
Jan. 4, 2025
How Hiring Has Changed: Navigating the Convergence Zone in Higher Ed Recruitment - with Marcie Glenn, CEO, Another Source
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,004, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Marcie Glenn, CEO, Another Source
YOUR cohost is Dr. Greg Pillar, Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, Queens University of Charlotte
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is the "convergence zone" reshaping higher ed hiring?
What makes job descriptions & job advertisements fundamen...
In this episode, #1,004, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Marcie Glenn, CEO, Another Source
YOUR cohost is Dr. Greg Pillar, Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, Queens University of Charlotte
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is the "convergence zone" reshaping higher ed hiring?
What makes job descriptions & job advertisements fundamen...
Jan. 4, 2025
Why Universities Are Breaking Down Silos Through Podcasting - with Neil McPhedran, & Gregg Oldring, Co-Founders, HigherEdPods
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,003, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Neil McPhedran, & Gregg Oldring, Co-Founders, HigherEdPods
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How did Higher Ed Pods build a directory of 729+ podcasts from 99 universities?
Why are university podcast creators yearning for community & connection?
What makes podcast analytics different in higher education vs commercial space?
How are...
In this episode, #1,003, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Neil McPhedran, & Gregg Oldring, Co-Founders, HigherEdPods
YOUR host is Elvin Freytes
How did Higher Ed Pods build a directory of 729+ podcasts from 99 universities?
Why are university podcast creators yearning for community & connection?
What makes podcast analytics different in higher education vs commercial space?
How are...
Jan. 4, 2025
How Rural Universities Drive Life-Changing Economic Mobility - with Dr. David A. Tandberg, President, Adams State University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
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...
Jan. 4, 2025
How Free Community College Drives 20% Enrollment Growth - with Dr. Laura Douglas, President, Bristol Community College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,001, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #324, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Laura Douglas, President, Bristol Community College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did free community college drive 20% enrollment growth?
What makes offshore wind training a game-changer for workforce development?
How are navigators transforming the student onboardi...
In this episode, #1,001, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #324, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Laura Douglas, President, Bristol Community College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did free community college drive 20% enrollment growth?
What makes offshore wind training a game-changer for workforce development?
How are navigators transforming the student onboardi...
2
Dec. 16, 2024
Episode 1,000: Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,000, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did EdUp grow from humble beginnings to 400,000+ organic downloads?
What makes EdUp the most prolific higher ed podcast network?
How has EdUp chronicled transformative moments in higher education?
Why is building community crucial for podcast success?
What's next for The EdUp Experience brand?
How ...
In this episode, #1,000, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did EdUp grow from humble beginnings to 400,000+ organic downloads?
What makes EdUp the most prolific higher ed podcast network?
How has EdUp chronicled transformative moments in higher education?
Why is building community crucial for podcast success?
What's next for The EdUp Experience brand?
How ...
1
Dec. 11, 2024
999: Space, Time & Learning - with Roy de Vries, Learning Innovator, aNewSpring
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #999, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Roy de Vries, Learning Innovator, aNewSpring
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is technology transforming adult learning?
What role does spaced repetition play in effective learning?
Why is mobile-first design crucial for modern learners?
How can organizations better engage learners?
What makes learning techn...
In this episode, #999, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Roy de Vries, Learning Innovator, aNewSpring
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is technology transforming adult learning?
What role does spaced repetition play in effective learning?
Why is mobile-first design crucial for modern learners?
How can organizations better engage learners?
What makes learning techn...
14
Dec. 10, 2024
998: Building Tomorrow's Workforce - with Dr. Leigh Goodson, CEO & President, Tulsa Community College & Jennifer Hankins, Managing Director, Tulsa Innovation Labs
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #998, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #323, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Dr. Leigh Goodson, CEO & President, Tulsa Community College & Jennifer Hankins, Managing Director, Tulsa Innovation Labs
YOUR cohost is Dr. Eric James Stephens
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Tulsa positioning itself as a emerg...
In this episode, #998, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #323, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Dr. Leigh Goodson, CEO & President, Tulsa Community College & Jennifer Hankins, Managing Director, Tulsa Innovation Labs
YOUR cohost is Dr. Eric James Stephens
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Tulsa positioning itself as a emerg...
13
Dec. 9, 2024
997: Leading the HBCU Movement - with Dr. Tony Allen, President, Delaware State University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #997, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #322, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Tony Allen, President, Delaware State University
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are HBCUs leading innovation in higher education?
What role do HBCUs play in building the American middle class?
...
In this episode, #997, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #322, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Tony Allen, President, Delaware State University
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are HBCUs leading innovation in higher education?
What role do HBCUs play in building the American middle class?
...
12
Dec. 4, 2024
996: Reimagining Education's Future - with Dr. Laura E. Demarse, VP of Future of Work, Charles Koch Foundation
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #996, brought to YOU by the Charles Koch Foundation
YOUR guest is Dr. Laura E. Demarse, VP of Future of Work, Charles Koch Foundation
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can we create more flexible pathways for modern learners?
Why do institutions struggle with innovation & alternative credentials?
How can universities become community learning hubs?
...
In this episode, #996, brought to YOU by the Charles Koch Foundation
YOUR guest is Dr. Laura E. Demarse, VP of Future of Work, Charles Koch Foundation
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can we create more flexible pathways for modern learners?
Why do institutions struggle with innovation & alternative credentials?
How can universities become community learning hubs?
...
11
Dec. 4, 2024
995: The Power of Personal Touch - with Dr. Sharvin Maisuria, Dean of Academic Affairs, Generations College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #995, & brought to YOU by the
MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Sharvin Maisuria, Dean of Academic Affairs, Generations College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Generations College maintain its commitment to individualized student support with a growing online presence?
What strategies does Generations College use to support students returning for second & third ...
In this episode, #995, & brought to YOU by the
MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Sharvin Maisuria, Dean of Academic Affairs, Generations College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Generations College maintain its commitment to individualized student support with a growing online presence?
What strategies does Generations College use to support students returning for second & third ...
10
Dec. 2, 2024
994: Reimagining Digital Learning & Community - with Joel Podolny, CEO, Honor Education
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #994, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Joel Podolny, CEO, Honor Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can we put human connection at the center of digital learning?
Why do traditional discussion boards fall short in online education?
How can we reimagine course design for the modern learner?
What role does AI play in enhancing human r...
In this episode, #994, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Joel Podolny, CEO, Honor Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can we put human connection at the center of digital learning?
Why do traditional discussion boards fall short in online education?
How can we reimagine course design for the modern learner?
What role does AI play in enhancing human r...
9
Dec. 2, 2024
993: 30 Years of Innovation & Growth - with Dr. Mary B. Hawkins, President, Bellevue University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #993, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #321, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Mary B. Hawkins, President, Bellevue University
YOUR cohost is Kevin Harrington, Co-Founder & CEO, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has Bellevue maintained its innovative culture for three decades?
What's their approach to supporti...
In this episode, #993, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #321, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Mary B. Hawkins, President, Bellevue University
YOUR cohost is Kevin Harrington, Co-Founder & CEO, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has Bellevue maintained its innovative culture for three decades?
What's their approach to supporti...
8
Nov. 27, 2024
992: Community, Partnerships & Purpose - with Dr. Warren Hilton, President, Onondaga Community College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #992, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #320, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Warren Hilton, President, Onondaga Community College (OCC)
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is OCC partnering with Micron on their historic $100B investment?
What role do navigators play in their student success strategy?
How are they achieving...
In this episode, #992, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #320, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Warren Hilton, President, Onondaga Community College (OCC)
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is OCC partnering with Micron on their historic $100B investment?
What role do navigators play in their student success strategy?
How are they achieving...
7
Nov. 25, 2024
991: Breaking the Tuition Code - with Ross Allen, President, Bethel University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #991, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #319, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Ross Allen, President, Bethel University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Bethel's tuition transparency initiative transforming access?
Why did they restructure...
In this episode, #991, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #319, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Ross Allen, President, Bethel University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Bethel's tuition transparency initiative transforming access?
Why did they restructure...
6
Nov. 24, 2024
990: The Power of Recognition - with Joshua Wyner, Founder & Executive Director of the College Excellence Program, Aspen Institute
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #990, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR host is Joshua Wyner, Founder & Executive Director of the College Excellence Program, Aspen Institute
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has the Aspen Prize transformed community college excellence?
What drives successful college leadership & presidential tenure?
Why is transfer student success still a critical challenge?
How are they...
In this episode, #990, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR host is Joshua Wyner, Founder & Executive Director of the College Excellence Program, Aspen Institute
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has the Aspen Prize transformed community college excellence?
What drives successful college leadership & presidential tenure?
Why is transfer student success still a critical challenge?
How are they...
5
Nov. 21, 2024
989: The Power of Accessibility - with Dr. Marta Yera Cronin, President, Delaware County Community College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #989, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #318, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Marta Yera Cronin, President, Delaware County Community College
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How does Marta's first-gen immigrant experience shape her leadership approach?
What innovative strategies is Marta implementing to support 16...
In this episode, #989, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #318, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Marta Yera Cronin, President, Delaware County Community College
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How does Marta's first-gen immigrant experience shape her leadership approach?
What innovative strategies is Marta implementing to support 16...
4
Nov. 20, 2024
988: Digital Wellness & Student Success - with Arianna Huffington, Founder of The Huffington Post; Founder & CEO of Thrive Global
It's YOUR time to #EdUp!
In this episode, #988,
YOUR guest is Arianna Huffington, Founder of The Huffington Post; Founder & CEO of Thrive Global
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can micro-steps improve student wellness & success?
What role does AI play in personalizing mental health support?
Why is digital wellness coaching effective for students?
How can universities integrate wellbeing into education?
What makes humans uniq...
In this episode, #988,
YOUR guest is Arianna Huffington, Founder of The Huffington Post; Founder & CEO of Thrive Global
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How can micro-steps improve student wellness & success?
What role does AI play in personalizing mental health support?
Why is digital wellness coaching effective for students?
How can universities integrate wellbeing into education?
What makes humans uniq...
3
Nov. 19, 2024
987: Servant Leadership in Action - with Dr. Len Jessup, Author & Former President, Claremont Graduate University, & UNLV
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #987, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #317, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Len Jessup, Author & Former President, Claremont Graduate University, & UNLV
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does selfless leadership drive institutional success?
What are the key differences between leading public vs. private institutions?
Why is it critical to "go slo...
In this episode, #987, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #317, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Len Jessup, Author & Former President, Claremont Graduate University, & UNLV
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does selfless leadership drive institutional success?
What are the key differences between leading public vs. private institutions?
Why is it critical to "go slo...