We had an incredible conversation with Camryn on this week's episode of Cap & Gown!

Rachel Phillips-Buck and Dr. Sherry Woosley had an insightful conversation on transforming campus culture from 'Danger to Daring'—a neuroscience-informed approach to fostering a true sense of belonging in students!

Meet Debi Rutledge, Director of Academic Support and Retention at Rochester University! With over 30 years in higher ed, Debi brings a transformative approach to student success, blending her expertise in Marriage and Family Therapy with a systems view to support the whole student experience. Her "Warriors Thrive" program redefines support for students facing unique challenges today, like mental health needs and financial insecurity. Through transformational, not transactional, support and academic coaching, her team is seeing incredible results—like 100% retention among students completing key coaching sessions. Debi’s vision? A future where student support is personalized, proactive, and positive!

We are so excited to introduce you to Kallie Menard, M.Ed, Senior Client Development Representative at Pharos! Kallie works closely with prospective clients, showcasing the value of Pharos' solutions to help them improve student retention and success. In this episode, Kallie talks about her experiences as a young professional in higher ed, burnout, and Gen Z in the workplace. You will be sure to see her love for students shine through her personality, and undoubtedly will take away some wisdoms from her experiences!

In this episode, we explore how job crafting can be a powerful tool for higher education professionals to boost their job satisfaction and make a meaningful impact on student success. By reshaping tasks, relationships, and perceptions, educators can align their roles with their strengths and passions. Discover practical strategies and real-life examples of job crafting that not only enhance professional well-being but also positively influence student outcomes.

In this episode, Dr. Barrington Price delivered a wealth of knowledge on navigating student success. As CEO leading Dominican University, Dr. Price's partnerships with organizations like Unite Us and To and Through are driving remarkable changes in the lives of students and their communities. This episode is packed with wisdom you won't want to miss!

Our CIO doesn’t just build technology solutions – he grounds them in his real-world experience as a higher education practitioner. His hands-on understanding of student success and institutional challenges allows us to create tools that truly serve our partners🤝

In this episode of Cap & Gown, Matt and Rachel dive into the complexities of curiosity. They explore the difference between limits and boundaries, how to recognize when curiosity may lead to harm, and the importance of emotional bandwidth. From knowing the right time to ask questions to understanding the impact of curiosity on relationships, this discussion offers practical advice for embracing curiosity as part of your identity. Plus, hear how curiosity influences students, the 80/20 rule in student affairs, and why everyone is both a teacher and a learner. Enjoy!

Is college truly transactional? 🎓💼 Dive into the debate of extrinsic vs. intrinsic motivation in higher education. Discover the power of relationship constellations and how they shape student success. 🌟

Join Rachel Phillips-Buck and Matt Boisvert as they kick off the 5th season of Cap & Gown! Listen as they cover the State of the Union from the summer of 2024.

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