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🎙️ NEW EPISODE: STEM Enrollment Growth: Online Labs Drive Student Retention

💡 Did you know, in a recent survey, 88% of students say access to online science labs is important to their enrollment decisions?

Listen as Dr. Drumm McNaughton talks with Dr. Caitlin Runne-Janczy of Science Interactive about the dramatic shift toward online STEM education.

Learn why institutions are seeing a 70% increase in online lab enrollments and how this is reshaping student retention.

🎧 Listen now and read the show summary or read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/stem-enrollment-growth-online-labs-drive-student-retention/

STEM Enrollment Growth: Online Labs Drive Student Retention Discover how online science labs are driving STEM enrollment growth and student retention. Learn implementation strategies for higher education success.

🎙 Innovative Accreditation: Transforming Higher Education Through Collaboration

In the second half of the Changing Higher Ed podcast, with Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy and Dr. Selena Grace from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), we explore how accreditation is evolving to help institutions meet the changing needs of students with accelerated degrees, CBE, workforce development, and so much more.

Key topics we covered in this discussion:

✔ NWCCU's pilot program for a three-year bachelor's degree and its potential impact on higher education.

✔ The implementation and evaluation of competency-based education (CBE) programs.

✔ Strategies for fostering innovation in accreditation processes while maintaining educational quality.

✔ The future of higher education, including workforce development and lifelong learning initiatives.

✔ Adapting to changing demographics and meeting evolving student needs.

🎧 Listen now or read the extended show summary and transcript: https://changinghighered.com/innovative-accreditation-accelerated-degrees-and-competency-based-education/

Innovative Accreditation: Accelerated Degrees and Competency-Based Education Explore how innovative accreditation models, including accelerated degrees and competency-based education, are transforming higher education for today’s learners.

🎙 NWCCU's Accreditation Innovations and Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Pilot

In part one of this two-part episode of the Changing Higher Ed podcast, I am joined by Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy and Dr. Selena Grace from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities . We discuss the NWCCU’s forward-thinking initiatives, including the pilot of a three-year bachelor’s degree, and how they’re redefining accreditation to focus on student success and institutional improvement and collaboration.

Key discussion points include:

✔ NWCCU’s pilot for a three-year bachelor’s degree and its impact on higher education.

✔ Innovative approaches in accreditation focused on continuous improvement and quality assurance.

✔ The importance of student demographics and how institutions can better support diverse needs.

✔ How NWCCU's portfolio model fosters stronger relationships with member institutions.

🎧 Listen to the full episode or read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/nwccu-advances-higher-ed-accreditation-with-3-year-bachelor-degree-and-collaboration/

NWCCU Advances Higher Ed Accreditation with 3-Year Bachelor Degree and Collaboration Explore NWCCU’s innovations in Higher Ed Accreditation, including a three-year bachelor’s degree pilot and strategies focused on student success and institutional growth.

🎙 Higher ed leaders: Are your retention efforts keeping pace with your recruitment investments? The hidden costs of student attrition are often overlooked.

In the latest Changing Higher Ed® podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton spoke with Carey Dukes from North Greenville University about innovative strategies to improve student retention and maximize your enrollment investments.

Did you know?

📊 59% of college students don't graduate within four years
📊 30-35% of students transfer after their freshman year

We discuss:

✔ The concept of "Academic Armageddon" and its impact on first-year students

✔ A new model for improving student readiness before college begins

✔ Implementing a pre-college readiness course

✔ Real-world results and success stories

🎧 Listen now or read the transcript to learn how to improve retention, student success, and protect your institution's financial health: https://changinghighered.com/strategies-to-improve-student-retention-rates-and-lower-acquisition-costs/

Strategies to Improve Student Retention Rates and Lower Acquisition Costs Insightful and actionable strategies aimed at reducing attrition rates, significantly improving student retention and success, and lowering acquisition costs.

🎙 Is your institution balancing enrollment goals with meaningful student connections?

Discover how to manage the challenges of enrollment pressure while maintaining the human touch in admissions in our latest podcast episode, "The Impact of Enrollment Pressure on Admissions Teams and Students."

Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Teege Mettille, author of "The Admission Counselor Malaise: Addressing the staff morale crisis in college admissions," discuss strategies for supporting admissions teams and improving the student enrollment experience.

Gain insights on:

→ The reason your admissions counselors are burning out and not "hitting the numbers"

→ Balancing data-driven recruitment with personal connections

→ Innovative approaches to hiring and training in admissions departments

→ Leveraging technology to enhance the admissions process

→ Improving yield rates while prioritizing student well-being

You'll gain actionable takeaways and fresh perspectives to improve your enrollment rates and yeild, improve the student experience, and boost the job satisfaction of your admissions teams.

🎧 Listen now, read the extended show summary or transcript, and join the conversation: https://changinghighered.com/impact-of-enrollment-pressure-on-admissions-teams-and-students/

Impact of Enrollment Pressure on Admissions Teams and Students Burnout, data overload, and lost connections: How enrollment pressure's push for numbers is hurting college admissions. Insights and solutions for institutions.

🎓 University Governance: Learning from 250 Years of Brown University History

What can modern higher education leaders glean from centuries of Brown University’s trustee resignation letters? Find out in our latest Changing Higher Ed podcast!

Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and author Lauren Zalaznick explore Brown University's 250-year legacy of trustee letters, uncovering timeless wisdom for today's challenges.

Key topics:

• Embracing diversity in decision-making
• Effective crisis management
• Protecting academic freedom
• Balancing mission, values, and innovation

Whether you're a university president, board member, or higher ed enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights for navigating the complex world of university leadership.

🎧 Listen now or read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/university-governance-strategic-insights-from-brown/

University Governance: Strategic Insights from Brown's 250-Year Legacy 250 years of Brown trustee resignation letters provide higher ed leaders with strategic insights to navigate change, spark innovation, and secure the future of University Governance.

📚🎙️ Transforming Community College Transfer Student Success

In our latest Changing Higher Ed podcast, we tackle the challenges facing community college transfer students. With only 16% completing their bachelor's degrees, it's time for change!

Join Dr. Drumm McNaughton and education reporter Joshua Bay as they explore:

→ Innovative support strategies
→ The power of guided pathways
→ Creating a sense of belonging on campus
→ Maintaining diversity in higher education

Discover actionable insights to improve transfer student enrollment and outcomes at your institution.

Listen now or read the transcript and extended show summary, then share your thoughts and let us know the challenges you face with transfer students. 🎧

https://changinghighered.com/improving-the-experience-for-community-college-transfer-students/

Improving the Experience for Community College Transfer Students Why many community college transfer students struggle to obtain their bachelor degree and explore solutions to dramatically improve their success rates at four-year institutions.

🎙 New Episode Alert: Washington Update on Higher Education Policy – Neg Reg, Cleary Act, and Chevron Decision

Join Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Tom Netting as they unpack the latest policy changes affecting higher education institutions:

→ Title IX implementation chaos
→ FAFSA rollout crisis and enrollment impacts
→ Student loan repayment challenges
→ New transparency measures for institutions

Don't miss this critical update for higher education leaders and administrators.

🎧 Listen now: https://changinghighered.com/washington-update-neg-reg-clery-act-and-chevron-decision/

Washington Update: Neg Reg, Clery Act, and Chevron Decision Neg Reg impacts on US higher ed institutions. Key policy changes in Title IX, FAFSA, student loans, and regulatory oversight explained in this Washington Update.

🎙 Strategies for Enrolling and Retaining International Students

In the latest episode of the Changing Higher Ed podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton was joined by Dr. Shaun Carver, Executive Director of UC Berkeley's International House. Dr. Carver provides valuable insights into effective strategies for enrolling and retaining international students in U.S. higher education.

Some of the key topics we cover in this discussion are:

✔ The rising trend of international student enrollment and its impact on U.S. campuses.

✔ Strategies for creating welcoming environments that attract and support international students.

✔ Practical advice on addressing challenges in international student integration, including cultural adaptation and financial considerations.

✔ The International House model and its role in fostering cross-cultural understanding and global education.

✔ Vision for comprehensive support systems tailored to international students' needs, from pre-enrollment to graduation.

✔ Guidance for university leaders on implementing strategic enrollment management for international students.

🎧 Listen now or read the extended show summary and transcript: https://changinghighered.com/enroll-and-retain-international-students-i-house-uc-berkeley/

Enroll and Retain International Students: Lessons from I-House at UC Berkeley Strategies for enrolling and retaining international students, including creating welcoming environments, addressing integration challenges, and implementing support systems.

🌏 🎓 Is your institution struggling to attract international students?

🎙️In the latest Changing Higher Ed podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton spoke with Caitlin Andersen, founder of Auxilium Education, about effective methods for U.S. universities to attract and support international students.

Key topics we covered:

✔️ The value of international students and challenges in recruitment
✔️ Strategies for highlighting career opportunities and STEM programs
✔️ Optimizing online presence and hosting virtual events
✔️ Addressing visa concerns and providing comprehensive support
✔️ Data-driven insights for university leaders

🎧 Listen now, read the transcript, or read the extended show summary: https://changinghighered.com/supporting-and-attracting-international-students-strategies-for-u-s-universities/

Supporting and Attracting International Students: Strategies for U.S. Universities Explore strategies for U.S. universities to attract international students. Learn about career-focused marketing and comprehensive support services.

🎙 AI Curriculum in Business Education: A 6-Month Transformation

In our latest Changing Higher Ed podcast episode, we dive into American University's Kogod School of Business incredible journey of integrating AI across their entire curriculum in just six months!

Join Dr. Drumm McNaughton on the Changing Higher Ed Podcast as he talks with Dean David Marchick and AI expert Angela Virtu. They share the strategies and challenges behind this rapid transformation and offer insights for other institutions looking to adapt quickly.

🔹 Learn about their innovative two-tiered approach to AI education
🔹 Discover strategies for rapid curriculum transformation
🔹 Explore real-world AI applications in various business fields
🔹 Gain insights on preparing students for an AI-driven future

Whether you're an educator, administrator, or student, this episode offers valuable lessons on staying ahead of the curve in the world of business education.

🎧 Listen to the podcast, read the transcript, and join the conversation: https://changinghighered.com/ai-integration-in-higher-ed-curriculums-how-kogod-did-it-in-six-months/

AI Integration in Higher Ed Curriculums: How Kogod Did it in Six Months American University's Kogod School of Business integrated artificial intelligence across its entire curriculum in just six months; learn how they did it.

🎙️ New Episode Alert: The State of EdTech - OPMs, 2U Bankruptcy, and Implications for Higher Ed

Join Dr. Drumm McNaughton and EdTech expert Phil Hill as they unpack the latest developments in educational technology. In this eye-opening discussion, they cover:

✓ The recent 2U bankruptcy and its impact on Online Program
✓ Management (OPM) partnerships
✓ Shifting regulatory landscape in online education
✓ Rising cybersecurity threats in higher education
✓ Strategies for institutions to adapt and thrive

Whether you're a higher ed leader, faculty member, or simply interested in the future of education, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways.

🎧 Listen now or read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/the-state-of-edtech-opms-2u-bankruptcy-implications/

Share your thoughts in the comments! How do you think these changes will affect higher education?

The State of EdTech: OPMs, 2U Bankruptcy, and Implications for Higher Ed McNaughton and Hill discuss 2U's bankruptcy, OPMs, and SARA, offering insights on navigating regulatory changes in online education.