The EdUp Experience

How This University President Accelerated Institutional Change in Just 9 Months - with Dr. Matt VandenBerg, President, Ohio Wesleyan University


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In this episode, President Series #366,  (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Dr. Matt VandenBerg, President, Ohio Wesleyan University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio

  • How is Ohio Wesleyan leading with boldness & kindness in today's higher education landscape?
  • Why does OWU intentionally keep all incoming students undeclared on their major?
  • What makes Delaware County, Ohio the perfect location for a liberal arts institution?
  • How does a president from an advancement background bring fresh perspectives to leadership?
  • Why is college a transition rather than just a transaction?

Topics include:

  • Breaking free from higher education clichés to create authentic experiences
  • Viewing college as an 80-year investment, not just a 4-year commitment
  • Developing "power skills" that transcend specific majors or career paths
  • Creating momentum through bold initiatives & community partnerships
  • Balancing institutional growth with student-centered approaches
  • Reaching record enrollment & retention through distinctive value propositions

For #EdUp subscribers only via the extended conversation:

  • Challenging the "3-year rule" for creating meaningful institutional change
  • Manufacturing urgency to drive transformation in higher education
  • Implementing bold initiatives like the Delaware County Promise for tuition-free education
  • Creating comprehensive partnerships with HBCUs & community colleges
  • Launching Ohio's largest business plan competition
  • Transforming institutional culture through early, decisive leadership actions

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