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

YOUR guest is Amy Ervin-Harrison, Principal Consultant, Forrester

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

• What did the Total Economic Impact (TEI) study reveal about Ellucian Colleague SaaS?
• How does moving to SaaS improve institutional security posture?
• Why is data transparency critical for informed decision-making?
• How does modernization help institutions overcome the "squeaky wheel" problem?
• What role does the Ellucian community play in institutional success?

Topics include:

• 133% ROI from Ellucian Colleague SaaS deployment
• Security benefits of cloud-based solutions
• Student experience improvements through modernization
• Creating a single source of truth for institutional data
• Generating new revenue streams through data-informed decisions

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

YOUR guest is Rodrigo Cotelo, Senior Solutions Consultant II, Emburse

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

• How is Emburse transforming expense management in higher education?
• What innovative "reshop" technology is saving institutions money on travel?
• Why is the "changing of the guard" accelerating technology adoption?
• How does AI streamline expense approvals & detect potential fraud?
• What role does visibility play in efficient financial operations?

Topics include:

• Streamlining T&E expenditure processes
• Saving 3% or more on travel costs through reshop technology
• Reducing expense report time from hours to minutes
• AI-powered receipt analysis & fraud detection
• Modernizing change management for shorter attention spans

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

YOUR guests are Lee Brintle, CEO, Greg Soare, Vice President of Global Accounts, CourseLeaf

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

• How is CourseLeaf transforming curriculum management to improve student success?
• Why is efficiency in academic operations critical for better student outcomes?
• How are catalog & syllabus tools streamlining administrative processes?
• What role does AI play in developing innovative curriculum solutions?
• How is CourseLeaf helping institutions adapt to Banner SaaS migrations?

Topics include:

• Streamlining curriculum management & governance processes
• Reducing administrative burden through integrated systems
• Making course catalogs more accessible & user-friendly
• Empowering faculty with intuitive syllabus creation tools
• Applying AI to enhance academic operations

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