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

YOUR guests are Lacey Gerard, Director of Experience Design, & Bill Blackford VP of Global Talent Management, Ellucian

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

• How is the JMU-Ellucian internship program reimagining workforce development?
• Why is student career readiness critical for successful transitions to employment?
• How are ethicist & storyteller roles transforming software development teams?
• What role does AI play in developing innovative administrative tools?
• How is the program accelerating student skill development and professional growth?

Topics include:

• Bridging the gap between college & the workforce
• Transforming classroom learning into practical experience
• Creating a cohort-based internship model
• Developing both technical & soft skills
• AI-powered skill gap analysis tools

Learn more from this crew at #elive25 this Monday April 7, 2025 at 4:30pmET at their track session: “From the Classroom to the Boardroom"

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In this episode, sponsored by Coursedog,

YOUR guest is Dr. Melissa Wertz, Provost, Chief Academic Officer, Edison State Community College

YOUR cohost is Bridget Moran, Senior Content Manager at Coursedog

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Jodi Blinco

• How did Edison State achieve record-breaking enrollment in Fall 2024?
• What drives successful workforce development partnerships?
• How does the College Credit Plus program serve high school students?
• Why is standardization critical for online learning success?
• What makes student support services so impactful?

Topics include:

• Record enrollment growth strategies
• Industry & workforce partnerships
• Dual enrollment opportunities
• Online program development
• Student support & success
• Closing the feedback loop
• Community college mission & impact

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

YOUR guest is Richard Forrest, Chief Product & Experience Officer, ESM Solutions

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

YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is ESM Solutions partnering with Ellucian to streamline procurement?
• Why is "off contract spend" a challenge for higher education institutions?
• How are experience cards transforming purchasing approvals?
• What role does budget visibility play in procurement confidence?
• How is AI being integrated into the procurement process?

Topics include:

• Simplifying the procurement experience
• Reducing approval times from months to minutes
• Consumer-focused purchasing interfaces
• Budget visibility at point of purchase
• AI-powered procurement research

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

YOUR guest is Rupa Saran, Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Technology Officer, Coast Colleges

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

YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is Coast Community College District leading modernization with SaaS?
• What's the difference between a "pilot" & a "demonstration" project?
• How is the California Community College system creating a Common Cloud Data Platform?
• Why is speed essential when implementing technology for student success?
• How is AI being integrated to combat fraud & enhance student learning?

Topics include:

• System-wide demonstration projects
• Data centralization for 2.1 million students
• Combating financial aid fraud
• Faculty adoption of AI tools
• Student-centered technology implementation

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans

YOUR guests are Jonathan Shores, Chief Enrollment Officer, The University of the Cumberlands, & Drew Melendres, Cofounder, DegreeSight

YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is University of the Cumberlands serving students in rural Appalachia?
• Why is credit transfer transparency critical for prospective students?
• How has Cumberlands simplified its website & cost modeling?
• How is DegreeSight revolutionizing the credit transfer process?
• What role does AI play in improving transfer credit evaluation?

Topics include:

• Strategic enrollment partnerships
• Simplifying the student experience
• Faculty governance & credit transfer challenges
• AI-powered credit evaluation
• Student-centered decision making

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New Orleans

YOUR guest is Matt Norsworthy, Director of Integrated Solutions & Business Development, UPCEA

YOUR cohost is Eric McGee, Senior Director of Marketing & Corporate Communication, EducationDynamics

YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio

• What is UPCEA & how does it serve higher education institutions?
• How are institutions using alternative credentials to boost enrollment?
• What types of institutions are joining UPCEA's membership community?
• How does the networking platform benefit members?
• What research & resources does UPCEA provide to support institutions?

Topics include:

• Online continuing & professional education
• Alternative credentials & non-credit programs
• Membership benefits & networking opportunities
• Annual conferences & the Convergence conference
• Research collaboration & shared best practices

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In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,

YOUR guest is John Woods, Provost & Chief Academic Officer, University of Phoenix

YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, CTO, Pangram Labs

YOUR host is Elvin Freytes

• How does Dr. Woods define academic integrity & its philosophy at University of Phoenix?
• What strategies does an online university use to ensure academic integrity?
• How does University of Phoenix integrate AI tools ethically in their curriculum?
• What approach does faculty take when AI misuse is suspected?
• Why does the university focus on "coaching" rather than punishing students?

Topics include:

• Creating a comprehensive AI philosophy statement & policy
• Designing varied assessment methods that work in an online environment
• Teaching proper & ethical use of AI through dedicated elective courses
• Using AI detection as a teaching opportunity rather than punishment
• Embedding discipline-specific AI tools throughout program curricula
• The future of AI as a 24/7 personalized tutor while maintaining integrity

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In this episode, President Series #358,  (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Lisa Coleman, President, Adler University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How can universities leverage partnerships for growth & sustainability?
• Why is branding & differentiation critical in higher education?
• How can institutions expand their impact through mental health initiatives?
• What role does AI play in the future of education & student well-being?
• How can graduate institutions drive innovation in higher ed?

Topics include:

• Expanding health & equity initiatives in education
• Strengthening alumni engagement & community partnerships
• The impact of global education & collaboration
• Innovating in graduate education for the future workforce
• Building strong institutional trust & leadership
• Navigating enrollment shifts & sustainability strategies

For #EdUp Subscribers only via the extended conversation:

• Leadership philosophy for new university presidents
• Building institutional trust & credibility
• Strategies for long-term sustainability in higher ed
• Expanding mental health initiatives in education
• The future of partnerships in higher education
• Innovations in student engagement & retention

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In this episode, President Series #357,  (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Susanne Thompson, President, Moreland University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How can new institutions innovate without bureaucratic constraints?
• Why is mindset crucial for handling regulatory changes?
• How can AI enhance rather than replace teacher-student connections?
• What makes the cohort model effective for teacher preparation?
• How can for-profit institutions maintain focus on student success?

Topics include:

• Creating innovative teacher preparation programs
• Maintaining student-centered policies & operations
• Leveraging AI as an educational tool
• Building strong faculty-student relationships
• Supporting career changers entering education
• Developing professional learning communities

For #EdUp Subscribers only via the extended conversation:

• Leadership philosophy for growing institutions
• Building infrastructure for scale
• Maintaining institutional agility
• Creating inclusive educational pathways
• Future trends in higher education delivery
• Supporting underserved populations

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In this episode, brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon

Your guest is Max Spero, CEO, Co-founder, Pangram Labs

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is Pangram Labs detecting AI-generated content?
• What makes their detection technology more accurate than competitors?
• How are institutions setting boundaries for appropriate AI use?
• Why is AI governance becoming crucial in higher education?
• How can faculty use AI detection as a learning enhancement tool?

Topics include:

• AI usage boundaries in education
• Student learning & critical thinking skills
• Preparing students for workplace AI governance
• Startup journey & challenges

• Future of AI detection technology

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