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Apr 7, 2025 • 21min

LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 - with Lee Brintle⁠, CEO, ⁠Greg Soare⁠, Vice President of Global Accounts, ⁠CourseLeaf⁠

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,YOUR guests are Lee Brintle, CEO, Greg Soare, Vice President of Global Accounts, CourseLeafYOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠How 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 processesReducing administrative burden through integrated systemsMaking course catalogs more accessible & user-friendlyEmpowering faculty with intuitive syllabus creation toolsApplying AI to enhance academic operationsListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME AN #EdUp PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want YOUR org to cover costs? Email: EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 7, 2025 • 22min

LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 - with Lacey Gerard, Director of Experience Design, & Bill Blackford VP of Global Talent Management, Ellucian

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn 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, EllucianYOUR host is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian⁠How 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 workforceTransforming classroom learning into practical experienceCreating a cohort-based internship modelDeveloping both technical & soft skillsAI-powered skill gap analysis toolsLearn more from this crew at #elive25 this Monday April 7, 2025 at 4:30pmET at their track session: “From the Classroom to the Boardroom"Listen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME AN #EdUp PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want YOUR org to cover costs? Email: EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 7, 2025 • 50min

Why Community Colleges Are Winning at Workforce Development - with Dr. Melissa Wertz, Provost, Chief Academic Officer, Edison State Community College

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, sponsored by Coursedog,YOUR guest is Dr. Melissa Wertz, Provost, Chief Academic Officer, Edison State Community CollegeYOUR cohost is Bridget Moran, Senior Content Manager at CoursedogYOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Jodi BlincoHow 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 strategiesIndustry & workforce partnershipsDual enrollment opportunitiesOnline program developmentStudent support & successClosing the feedback loopCommunity college mission & impactListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want to get YOUR organization to pay for YOUR subscription? Email ⁠⁠⁠EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 6, 2025 • 23min

LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 - with Richard Forrest, Chief Product & Experience Officer, ESM Solutions

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,YOUR guest is Richard Forrest, Chief Product & Experience Officer, ESM SolutionsYOUR cohost is Dr. Chris Moloney, Principal Strategic Specialist, EllucianYOUR host is Dr. Joe SallustioHow 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 experienceReducing approval times from months to minutesConsumer-focused purchasing interfacesBudget visibility at point of purchaseAI-powered procurement researchListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME AN #EdUp PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want YOUR org to cover costs? Email: EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 6, 2025 • 24min

LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 - with Rupa Saran, Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Technology Officer, Coast Colleges

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,YOUR guest is Rupa Saran, Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Technology Officer, Coast CollegesYOUR cohost is Dr. Chris Moloney, Principal Strategic Specialist, EllucianYOUR host is Dr. Joe SallustioHow 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 projectsData centralization for 2.1 million studentsCombating financial aid fraudFaculty adoption of AI toolsStudent-centered technology implementationListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME AN #EdUp PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want YOUR org to cover costs? Email: EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business! 
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Apr 5, 2025 • 25min

LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Jonathan Shores, Chief Enrollment Officer, The University of the Cumberlands, & Drew Melendres, Cofounder, DegreeSight

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New OrleansYOUR guests are Jonathan Shores, Chief Enrollment Officer, The University of the Cumberlands, & Drew Melendres, Cofounder, DegreeSightYOUR host is Dr. Joe SallustioHow 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 partnershipsSimplifying the student experienceFaculty governance & credit transfer challengesAI-powered credit evaluationStudent-centered decision makingListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME AN #EdUp PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want YOUR org to cover costs? Email: EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 4, 2025 • 15min

LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference - with Matt Norsworthy, Director of Integrated Solutions & Business Development, UPCEA

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, recorded LIVE from the InsightsEDU 2025 Conference in New OrleansYOUR guest is Matt Norsworthy, Director of Integrated Solutions & Business Development, UPCEAYOUR cohost is Eric McGee, Senior Director of Marketing & Corporate Communication, EducationDynamicsYOUR host is Dr. Joe SallustioWhat 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 educationAlternative credentials & non-credit programsMembership benefits & networking opportunitiesAnnual conferences & the Convergence conferenceResearch collaboration & shared best practicesListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME AN #EdUp PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want YOUR org to cover costs? Email: EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 3, 2025 • 38min

Why Coaching, Not Policing, Is the Future of Academic Integrity - with John Woods, Provost & Chief Academic Officer, University of Phoenix

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,YOUR guest is John Woods, Provost & Chief Academic Officer, University of PhoenixYOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, CTO, Pangram LabsYOUR host is Elvin FreytesHow 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 & policyDesigning varied assessment methods that work in an online environmentTeaching proper & ethical use of AI through dedicated elective coursesUsing AI detection as a teaching opportunity rather than punishmentEmbedding discipline-specific AI tools throughout program curriculaThe future of AI as a 24/7 personalized tutor while maintaining integrityListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want to get YOUR organization to pay for YOUR subscription? Email ⁠⁠⁠EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 2, 2025 • 38min

Why Branding & Differentiation Are Critical for University Success - with Dr. Lisa Coleman, President, Adler University

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, President Series #358,  (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodConYOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Lisa Coleman, President, Adler UniversityYOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe SallustioHow 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 educationStrengthening alumni engagement & community partnershipsThe impact of global education & collaborationInnovating in graduate education for the future workforceBuilding strong institutional trust & leadershipNavigating enrollment shifts & sustainability strategiesFor #EdUp Subscribers only via the extended conversation:Leadership philosophy for new university presidentsBuilding institutional trust & credibilityStrategies for long-term sustainability in higher edExpanding mental health initiatives in educationThe future of partnerships in higher educationInnovations in student engagement & retentionListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want to get YOUR organization to pay for YOUR subscription? Email ⁠⁠⁠EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!
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Apr 1, 2025 • 47min

How AI & Humanity Can Transform Teacher Education - with Dr. Susanne Thompson, President, Moreland University

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, President Series #357,  (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodConYOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Susanne Thompson, President, Moreland UniversityYOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe SallustioHow 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 programsMaintaining student-centered policies & operationsLeveraging AI as an educational toolBuilding strong faculty-student relationshipsSupporting career changers entering educationDeveloping professional learning communitiesFor #EdUp Subscribers only via the extended conversation:Leadership philosophy for growing institutionsBuilding infrastructure for scaleMaintaining institutional agilityCreating inclusive educational pathwaysFuture trends in higher education deliverySupporting underserved populationsListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want to get YOUR organization to pay for YOUR subscription? Email ⁠⁠⁠EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business! 

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