In this bonus episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Michael Koskinen from St. John’s University about the evolving strategy behind online education and institutional growth. They discuss the challenges of expanding online programs in a competitive market, including shifting away from traditional OPM models toward more flexible, fee-for-service partnerships that allow institutions to stay agile. 

The conversation highlights the need for higher ed leaders to rethink long-standing structures—like the four-year model and classroom-based learning—while staying grounded in their mission and focused on student needs. Ultimately, it’s a call for institutions to move faster, embrace experimentation, and adapt to changing expectations around flexibility, technology, and the value of a degree.

Guest Name: Dr. Michael Koskinen - Chief Online Learning Officer at St. John’s University

Guest Social: LinkedIn

Guest Bio: Dr. Michael Koskinen is an educator with over 20 years of experience adapting traditional collegiate course material into cutting-edge electronic teaching tools for delivery in traditional, hybrid, and online settings. He has demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar technology budgets, high-profile software deployments, and staff development.

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