How Presidents Stay Motivated During Higher Ed's Most Challenging Era - with Dr. Steve Perez, President, California State University Chico

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In this episode, President Series #372, (Powered By Ellucian ), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Steve Perez , President, California State University Chico
YOUR cohost is Dr. Andrew Kim , Director of Psychiatry, TimelyCare
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
- How does Chico State serve students in California's rural North State region?
- What unique challenges exist for a residential campus where 75% of students come from outside the area?
- How does a university president with an economics background navigate budget challenges?
- What keeps university leaders motivated during challenging times in higher education?
- How can institutions balance AI integration while maintaining human connection?
Topics include:
- Leading a regional comprehensive university serving an area the size of Maine
- Creating community & connection on a residential campus in a small town setting
- Managing higher education during unprecedented disruption & political tension
- Supporting student mental health needs in today's complex environment
- Finding joy & purpose through student success & commencement celebrations
- Balancing AI implementation with maintaining human interaction & skills
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