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The Career Arts: Reimagining Student Success in Higher Education
What does student success look like in a world where the traditional college-to-career path is rapidly evolving?
In this episode of The Holistic Success Show, host Dr. Kelly Dore is joined by Ben Wildavsky — award-winning author, veteran higher education strategist, and visiting fellow at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Kelly and Ben discuss how institutions can remain relevant by preparing students with both the skills and mindset needed to thrive in a changing workforce.
Drawing from his latest book, The Career Arts: Making the Most of College, Credentials, and Connections, Ben shares expert insights on:
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Redefining holistic student success in higher education
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The role of targeted skills and liberal learning in career readiness
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How colleges can support adaptability, equity, and lifelong learning
-
Practical ways for educators to prepare students for meaningful futures
Whether you're a university leader, faculty member, or education innovator, this episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable ideas to help you reimagine success for today's learners.
Timestamp of our conversation:
01:52 - What are key factors for holistic success in higher education?
04:36 - What does "Career Arts" mean?
06:10 - How do institutions prepare career-ready students?
10:20 - How can higher education maintain relevance?
17:21 - What role does social capital play in student success?
22:45 - Advice for students and institutions on striking a balance with AI
26:58 - Reimagining student success: become "career ready"
Speakers:
Dr. Kelly Dore
Co-Founder/VP Science & Innovation at Acuity Insights
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-dore-7971b258/
Ben Wildavsky, Visiting Fellow at the Harvard Graduate School of Education
Author of The Career Arts: Making the Most of College, Credentials, and Connections, Check it out
https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwildavsky/
Additional Links:
The Strength of Weak Ties, 1973, Mark S. Granovetter
Visit our blog for more actionable insights:
https://acuityinsights.com/resources/blog/
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By Acuity InsightsWhat does student success look like in a world where the traditional college-to-career path is rapidly evolving?
In this episode of The Holistic Success Show, host Dr. Kelly Dore is joined by Ben Wildavsky — award-winning author, veteran higher education strategist, and visiting fellow at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Kelly and Ben discuss how institutions can remain relevant by preparing students with both the skills and mindset needed to thrive in a changing workforce.
Drawing from his latest book, The Career Arts: Making the Most of College, Credentials, and Connections, Ben shares expert insights on:
-
Redefining holistic student success in higher education
-
The role of targeted skills and liberal learning in career readiness
-
How colleges can support adaptability, equity, and lifelong learning
-
Practical ways for educators to prepare students for meaningful futures
Whether you're a university leader, faculty member, or education innovator, this episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable ideas to help you reimagine success for today's learners.
Timestamp of our conversation:
01:52 - What are key factors for holistic success in higher education?
04:36 - What does "Career Arts" mean?
06:10 - How do institutions prepare career-ready students?
10:20 - How can higher education maintain relevance?
17:21 - What role does social capital play in student success?
22:45 - Advice for students and institutions on striking a balance with AI
26:58 - Reimagining student success: become "career ready"
Speakers:
Dr. Kelly Dore
Co-Founder/VP Science & Innovation at Acuity Insights
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-dore-7971b258/
Ben Wildavsky, Visiting Fellow at the Harvard Graduate School of Education
Author of The Career Arts: Making the Most of College, Credentials, and Connections, Check it out
https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwildavsky/
Additional Links:
The Strength of Weak Ties, 1973, Mark S. Granovetter
Visit our blog for more actionable insights:
https://acuityinsights.com/resources/blog/