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Suzan Brinker, PhD

29 episodes

6 months ago

In this episode of Higher Ed Leaders, Thom D. Chesney, President of Southwestern College, offers an in-depth look at his 40-year journey through higher education and the leadership lessons he has learned along the way. Now in his third presidency, Thom reflects on his path from faculty roles to executive leadership, the influence of his humanities background, and the value of servant leadership and curiosity in building a strong campus culture. He explains how Southwestern College's mission t...

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In this episode of Higher Ed Leaders, Thom D. Chesney, President of Southwestern College, offers an in-depth look at his 40-year journey through higher education and the leadership lessons he has learned along the way. Now in his third presidency, Thom reflects on his path from faculty roles to executive leadership, the influence of his humanities background, and the value of servant leadership and curiosity in building a strong campus culture. He explains how Southwestern College's mission t...

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Episodes (20/29)

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SEASON 2, Ep. 14 Building Trust and Driving Change with Thom D. Chesney, President of Southwestern College (NM)

In this episode of Higher Ed Leaders, Thom D. Chesney, President of Southwestern College, offers an in-depth look at his 40-year journey through higher education and the leadership lessons he has learned along the way. Now in his third presidency, Thom reflects on his path from faculty roles to executive leadership, the influence of his humanities background, and the value of servant leadership and curiosity in building a strong campus culture. He explains how Southwestern College's mission t...

6 months ago

35 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 13 Faith, Innovation, and the Future of Higher Education with Michael Hammond, President of Gordon College

In this episode, President Michael Hammond of Gordon College shares his unconventional path into higher education leadership. His journey was not the result of a set career plan, but rather a desire to combine intellectual inquiry with meaningful community engagement. He reflects on Gordon’s founding mission to provide education to marginalized individuals and to integrate Christian service with rigorous academic and professional preparation. As he discusses the current challenges facing Chri...

6 months ago

25 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 12 The Joyful Administrator with Karlyn Crowley, Provost of Ohio Wesleyan University

In this episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Karlyn Crowley, Provost of Ohio Wesleyan University, exploring her profound impact on higher education. From her early experiences that solidified her belief in the liberal arts to her innovative leadership during the challenging times of the pandemic and beyond, Karlyn shares insights into fostering inclusive environments, navigating difficult conversations, and leading with empathy. We discuss her pivotal role in establishing the ...

6 months ago

29 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 11 Beyond the Status Quo with Jeffrey Senese, President of Caldwell University

This podcast episode features an in-depth conversation with Jeff, a seasoned leader in higher education, currently serving as the president of Caldwell University. Jeff shares his unique and extensive career journey, moving from a faculty role to various administrative positions across diverse institutions, including large public universities, liberal arts colleges, and professional-focused schools. He details his approach to leadership, emphasizing transformation, strategic growth, and respo...

7 months ago

36 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 10 Innovating Enrollment: Augustana's Strategic Approach with Kent Barnds, Exe. VP of for Strategy and Innovation Augustana College

In this episode, Kent, a seasoned higher education leader at Augustana College, shares his journey and insights into navigating the evolving landscape of higher education. He discusses Augustana's strategic initiatives, including a focus on student-ready campuses, immersive learning, and community engagement. He emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurial leadership, deep listening, and adapting to market demands while preserving the value of a liberal arts education. Kent also highlights Au...

7 months ago

33 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 9 HBCU Innovation: Shaping the Future from Monique Guillory, President of Dillard University

This episode features an interview with Monique Guillory, President of Dillard University, Louisiana's oldest HBCU. She discusses the challenges facing higher education, including the demographic cliff and the need to prove the value of a college degree. President Guillory outlines Dillard's strategy to address these challenges, focusing on a holistic liberal arts education, emphasizing fundamental skills like reading, writing, and critical thinking, and fostering an entrepreneurial campus. S...

7 months ago

14 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 8 Healing Through Brand: Transforming Higher Education from Jenny Petty, VP of Marketing & Communications at the University of Montana

In this episode, Jenny shares her journey in higher education marketing, from her early days in the private sector to her current role as CMO at the University of Montana. She discusses the challenges of rebranding institutions, including navigating cultural tensions and internal skepticism, as exemplified by the "World Needs More Cowboys" campaign at the University of Wyoming. Jenny emphasizes the importance of community-driven branding, healing through brand, and cultivating a "flywheel" mo...

8 months ago

29 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 7 Geneva's Leap: Rebranding, Tuition Promise, and the Future of Liberal Arts from Willem de Ruijter, VP of Enrollment & Marketing at Geneva College

In this episode, Willem, Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing at Geneva College, shares his journey in higher education and the innovative strategies driving Geneva's success. He discusses the college's recent rebranding efforts, the implementation of the tuition promise initiative, and the unique value proposition of a Christian liberal arts education. Willem emphasizes the importance of understanding an institution's identity, communicating its value clearly, and fostering a collabora...

8 months ago

25 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 6 The Future of Higher Ed: Insights from Debra Liebowitz, Provost at Quinnipiac University

This podcast features Debra, Provost of Quinnipiac University, discussing her journey into higher education leadership and her perspective on navigating the current challenges and opportunities in the field. She highlights Quinnipiac's entrepreneurial spirit, rooted in its founding, and how this has enabled the university to make bold moves, like expanding during the pandemic, building strategic partnerships, and launching a lifelong learning initiative. Debra emphasizes the evolving role of ...

8 months ago

25 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 5 Innovative Leadership & AI: An Interview with Frank Hribar, Vice President, Enrollment & Student Affairs at Adrian College

Frank, a higher education leader at Adrian College, shares insights from his career and the college’s remarkable enrollment growth. Starting in supply chain management, he shifted to higher education to work more closely with students. Over the past 15 years at Adrian College, he has played a key role in doubling enrollment under President Docking’s leadership. This success stems from strategic initiatives like expanding athletics, launching 28-32 new academic programs in three years, and emb...

8 months ago

28 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 4 Thriving Amid the FAFSA Chaos: An Interview with Nathan Ament, Vice President for Enrollment and Dean of Admission at Knox College

Nathan, VP of Enrollment at Knox College in Illinois, shares his unique journey from high school band director to higher education administrator. He explains how Knox achieved a remarkable 60% enrollment increase despite nationwide challenges, crediting key strategies like partnering with EAB, streamlining operational processes, building a regional recruitment team, and introducing the innovative "Knox Box" admit package. This personalized approach, sent to both domestic and international stu...

9 months ago

31 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 3 Future-Ready Higher Ed: An Interview with Lisa Keegan, Vice President, Student Enrollment, Engagement, and Success at Bucknell University

In this episode, Lisa Keegan, VP of Enrollment at Bucknell University, shares her unconventional path in higher education—from starting in admissions at Elon University to briefly pursuing law before returning to the field. She discusses the challenges and opportunities facing institutions today, emphasizing mission-driven leadership, collaboration, and innovation. Lisa highlights Bucknell’s focus on access and student success, including the creation of a Center for Access and Success to supp...

9 months ago

32 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 2 Challenging the Status Quo: An Interview with Paul McGinnis, Vice President of Marketing and Enrollment at Bethel University

Paul McGinnis, Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing at Bethel University, brings a fresh perspective to higher education with his background in business rather than academia. In this conversation, he shares his unique journey into the sector and his thoughtful approach to navigating its complexities. Paul highlights the importance of listening to diverse perspectives and challenging traditional assumptions to foster meaningful change. A key focus of the discussion is Bethel’s bold decis...

9 months ago

32 minutes

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SEASON 2, Ep. 1 Redefining Education: An Interview with Catherine Whelburg, President of Athens State University

Catherine, president of Athens State University, reflects on her 30-year journey in higher education, moving from faculty roles to administration and eventually the presidency. Her early passion for assessment and its impact on teaching and learning guided her career. After positions at Stevens College and TCU, she joined Athens State as provost before stepping into her current role. Athens State, an upper-division institution for transfer and adult learners, focuses on aligning academic prog...

9 months ago

23 minutes

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SEASON 2: Trailer - Higher Ed Leaders: The Entrepreneurial Campus sponsored by Viv Higher Education

Welcome to Higher Ed Leaders, the podcast for college and university professionals looking for real tools and real talk to amplify their impact. If you believe that higher ed is unparalleled in its ability to transform individual lives and society as a whole, you've come to the right place. On this show, you'll hear from presidents as well as VPs of enrollment, advancement, strategy, academic affairs, student affairs, finance, and more about their higher ed journeys and what they're doing to ...

9 months ago

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SEASON 1, Ep. 13 Brian Bruess & Kara Kolomitz, Joint President and COO of The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University

In this episode, Dr Brian Bruess, the inaugural joint president, and Dr. Kara Kolomitz, the inaugural joint COO of The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University, share insights into devising a unified leadership structure for both institutions. They delve into their high-impact journey in Catholic higher education, emphasizing the significance of liberal arts, the tradition of Benedictine values, and the critical role of strategic planning. About Brian Bruess, Ph.D Dr. Brian...

1 year ago

51 minutes

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SEASON 1, Ep. 12 Jefferson Blackburn-Smith, Executive Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, Otterbein Enrollment Management Division, Otterbein University

Understanding the student life cycle, increasing diversity and inclusion the importance of curiosity in creating change are some of the topics Jefferson Blackburn-Smith, Executive Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at Otterbein University, discusses on the Higher Ed Leaders Podcast. Blackburn-Smith shares his wisdom from 12 years in higher education and has a strategic, inclusive and thoughtful approach in higher education, aimed at successful outcomes for all students. He talks a...

1 year ago

44 minutes

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SEASON 1, Ep. 11 Dr Walter Wendler, President, West Texas A&M University

Dr Walter Wendler, President of West Texas A&M University, discusses his work in academia and his role at West Texas A&M. He covers the importance of meeting students where they are and appreciating their value systems, representing minorities equitably in the university, putting the Texas Panhandle first, technology, mental health and community connections. Walter shares his journey from New York up to becoming a university president in Texas. He speaks of being an architect by...

1 year ago

42 minutes

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SEASON 1, Ep. 10 Danielle O'Neil, Chief Marketing Officer, University of New Hampshire

In this episode, Suzan interviews Danielle O'Neil, the CMO at the University of New Hampshire. O’Neill shares her journey in higher education and the challenges she has faced in her role. She highlights the importance of internal communication in the higher ed industry and the need for a centralized marketing and communications team. O’Neill also discusses the pace of decision-making and the challenges of bringing together various stakeholders in a methodical manner. She emphasizes the need f...

1 year ago

35 minutes

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SEASON 1, Ep. 9 Carrie Phillips, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer, University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Suzan and Audra speak with Carrie Phillips, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Phillips shares her journey from a career in television to higher education, driven by a desire to do 'work that matters'. As she discusses her role in the institution, she highlights the importance of people, programs, and place. Phillips talks about how the university meets the needs of a diverse student body, which includes traditional, adult learners...

1 year ago

44 minutes