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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guests are Heather Adner, Associate Director of Scholarships & Financial Aid, & Vincent Harris Jr., Executive Director of Scholarships & Financial Aid, Fayetteville State University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• How did Fayetteville State University overcome FAFSA simplification challenges?
• What earned them Ellucian's Student First Impact Award?
• How does their Student Financial Success Suite simplify the student experience?
• Why is award letter redesign critical for enrollment management?
• What makes their approach to financial aid a model for other institutions?

Topics include:

• Implementing the full CampusLogic product suite during FAFSA reform
• Creating user-friendly financial aid communications with consistent branding
• Streamlining scholarship distribution three months ahead of schedule
• Designing award letters as comprehensive enrollment management tools
• Maintaining student focus despite high staff turnover & federal changes

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guests are Mike Stone, Systems Manager, Lois Kellermann, Programmer/Analyst, & George Kriss, CIO, Kaskaskia College

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• How did Kaskaskia College complete their SAS modernization in just 12 months?
• What challenges did they face during their on-premise to SAS transition?
• How did they manage change across the institution during implementation?
• What benefits have they seen from their Ellucian Colleague modernization?
• Why was their financial aid implementation surprisingly smooth?

Topics include:

• Winning the Ellucian Impact Award for SAS modernization
• Moving from SQL to Postgres database seamlessly
• Creating an inclusive college-wide project rather than just an IT initiative
• Using effective communication strategies for change management
• Freeing up IT resources to focus on strategic student-facing initiatives

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guest is Derek Newton, Contributing Writer, Forbes

YOUR host is ⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• What are the key benefits of systemization in higher education?
• How can institutions collaborate more effectively to share resources?
• Why is real-time data sharing critical for institutional decision-making?
• What historical models prove systemization works in higher education?
• How can institutions overcome resistance to resource sharing?

Topics include:

• The efficiency & cost savings of shared services across institutions
• Leveling up under-resourced institutions through systemization
• Course & program sharing benefits & challenges
• Data sharing as a foundation for better collaboration
• Historical examples like the Claremont Consortia & Massachusetts systems

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guest is Digi Edwards, Vice President, Business Development, Strata Information Group (SIG)

YOU cohost is Lacey Gerard, Director of Experience Design, Ellucian

YOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠

• How does SIG support educational institutions without selling products?
• What does winning Ellucian's Partner of the Year 2024 mean for SIG?
• How does optimization & modernization impact student experience & enrollment?
• Why is change management critical when implementing new technologies?
• How should institutions approach AI implementation thoughtfully?

Topics include:

• Navigating 35 years of technological evolution in higher education
• Understanding Software as a Service (SaaS) as a subscription model
• Addressing fears about AI replacing jobs through proper communication
• Identifying if institutions are "using, abusing, or refusing" their software
• Supporting institutions through comprehensive understanding of technological landscapes

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guest is Mary Strain, Generative AI & Machine Learning Lead for US Education, AWS

YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes

• How is AWS supporting AI & machine learning in education?
• What is the AWS partnership with Ellucian delivering to institutions?
• How can AI create more equitable access to education services?
• Why is establishing proper guardrails critical for academic integrity?
• What role does cloud infrastructure play in preparing for future innovation?

Topics include:

• Using knowledge graphs to visualize student journeys & career pathways
• Creating transparency in financial aid & administrative processes
• Implementing technical & policy guardrails for responsible AI use
• Maintaining data privacy with virtual private environments
• Enabling micro-credentials & lifelong learning opportunities

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guest is Steven Wilson, CIO, Muskegon Community College

YOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠

• How did student demands drive Muskegon's technology modernization?
• What role did cybersecurity & business continuity play in modernization decisions?
• How did removing customizations lead to unexpected efficiency gains?
• Why is communication critical throughout a multi-year modernization journey?
• How has modernization transformed IT's role from maintenance to strategic initiatives?

Topics include:

• Shifting from 66% infrastructure maintenance to 66% strategic initiatives
• Reducing financial processes from hours to minutes
• Managing a 3-4 year modernization journey successfully
• Maintaining operations during campus-wide power outages
• Positioning for AI & future technological innovations

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guests are Danna Gianforte, VP, Managed Services, Ryan Tubbs, SVP, Customer Success & Premium Support, ⁠Ellucian⁠⁠

YOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠

• How can institutions adapt to the accelerating pace of change in higher education?
• What lessons from COVID's forced innovation can be applied to current modernization efforts?
• Why is it essential to move beyond committee-based decisions toward faster implementation?
• How can technology leaders help staff see value beyond manual processes?
• What strategic services does Ellucian offer beyond ERP platforms?

Topics include:

• The "second wave" of change following COVID's disruption
• Putting people at the center of modernization efforts
• Reimagining processes rather than simply replicating old systems digitally
• Breaking through "can't statements" with small wins & progress
• Finding opportunity in the chaos of AI disruption & regulatory changes

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guest is Dr. Hassan Selim, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, University of Kalba

YOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠

• How does building a university from scratch provide unique opportunities?
• Why is cloud-first infrastructure essential for new institutions?
• What makes University of Kalba the sports science hub of the Middle East region?
• How did University of Kalba become the first Ellucian SaaS client in the Middle East?
• What role does agility play in the future of higher education?

Topics include:

• Creating a university with a clean-slate approach
• Establishing interdisciplinary programs with zero industry gaps
• Implementing cloud-based IT infrastructure from day one
• Navigating traditional mindsets about security & privacy
• Leveraging SaaS as an enabler for innovation & growth

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guest is Brian Baden, Assc. CIO & CTO, Angelo State University

YOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠

• How has technology in higher education evolved over 25 years?
• What strategies help prepare institutions for Banner SaaS migration?
• How does the Texas Connections Consortium collaborate on technology solutions?
• Why is focusing on relationships & customer service critical for IT leadership?
• What approaches help campus communities embrace AI technologies?

Topics include:

• Collaborative approaches through the Texas Connections Consortium
• Managing organizational change for technology implementations
• Demonstrating AI value through practical applications like Copilot
• Balancing security considerations with modernization efforts
• Investing in student workers to connect IT with institutional mission

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guests are Natalie Walther, Director, Solutions Marketing, Lyquaia Purcell, Senior Director, Digital Transformation, Ellucian⁠⁠

YOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠

• What does the 2025 Student Voice Report reveal about modern learners?
• Why is financial uncertainty still a primary barrier for students?
• How are dual enrollment students showing the most interest in non-degree programs?
• What are the top three reasons students stop out (& it's not about degree value)?
• What 5 things do stopouts need to return to their education?

Topics include:

• Insights from 2024 & 2025 Student Voice Reports
• Understanding the barriers to enrollment & retention
• Addressing student financial stress & anxiety
• Improving transfer & re-enrollment processes
• Creating flexible learning options for diverse student needs

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