

HigherEdJobs Podcast
HigherEdJobs
The HigherEdJobs Podcast is dedicated to helping higher education professionals find fulfillment in their careers and be the change agents that higher education needs in today's world. Join hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin, along with guest experts, as they examine job search strategies and break down the latest news and trends in higher education.
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Apr 2, 2024 • 17min
Ask the Expert: How Can I Communicate that I am Experiencing Burnout to my Supervisor?
In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum addresses burnout and advises to start by pinning down what it is that is burning you out. Listen in to hear Matt's advice for communicating with your supervisor. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Mar 26, 2024 • 19min
E52: Why 'Rugged Flexibility' is Important in Your Career
In this episode Justin Zackal talks about the phrase 'rugged flexibility' and how it applies to our ever-changing careers in higher education. Justin also shares what it means to practice tragic optimism. Listen in to learn more! Check out Justin's article here.

Mar 19, 2024 • 16min
Ask the Expert: How Can I Advocate for Professional Development Funding?
In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question about requesting funding for conferences and professional development. It is no surprise that the changing landscape of funding in higher education has created a new normal for professional development. When asking for funding ensure your request aligns with your institution's needs and include how the professional development enhances your contributions to the institution as a whole. Listen in to hear several other great tips from Matt! Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Mar 12, 2024 • 22min
E51: Advancing Institutional Commitment for the Military-Connected Community -- Q&A
In this final segment from the 2024 NASPA Symposium on Military-Connected Students in Louisville, Kentucky, the panelists answer questions from the audience. Audience members ask the panelists about DEI policies and funding, paths to funding beyond development, and how higher ed can learn from private industry when it comes to employment for military-affiliated individuals. Click here for Part I and here for Part II. Check out HigherEdMilitary for more military-connected higher ed news and trends.

Mar 5, 2024 • 14min
Ask the Expert: Should I Allow a Prospective Employer to Contact my Current One?
In this Ask the Expert episode, the podcast crew discusses a question from a listener about how to handle references in a job search. Dr. Chris Lee advises that you need a variety of reference groups in the hiring process. Listen in to learn who to include in your references and other interesting insights from the HR perspective. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Feb 27, 2024 • 24min
E50: Advancing Institutional Commitment for the Military-Connected Community -- Part II
In Part II, 5 staff and faculty members from the University of Louisville (UofL) continue sharing their expertise in student success, program development, leadership, and funding that fosters institutional commitment for the military-connected community at UofL. The panelists' discussion includes creating buy-in and leveraging existing institutional mechanisms, establishing a veteran employee resource group, hiring military-connected staff/faculty, and funding best practices/strategies. Click here for Part I. This episode was recorded with a live audience at the 2024 NASPA Symposium on Military-Connected Students in Louisville, Kentucky. Check out HigherEdMilitary for more military-connected higher ed news and trends.

Feb 20, 2024 • 24min
E49: Addressing the Costs of Higher Education
In this episode Kelly and Andy continue their conversation with Richard Clark and Brennan Barnard about college admissions and what those working outside of the field can catch up on. Clark and Barnard are the authors of the book "The Truth about College Admission."Among several topics, Richard and Brennan discuss the transparency issues when it comes to the costs of higher education, admissions in athletics, and the delays of FAFSA.

Feb 13, 2024 • 26min
E48: Advancing Institutional Commitment for the Military-Connected Community -- Part I
In this episode, 5 staff and faculty members from the University of Louisville (UofL) share their expertise in student success, program development, leadership, and funding that fosters institutional commitment for the military-connected community at UofL. The panelists' discussion includes creating buy-in and leveraging existing institutional mechanisms, establishing a veteran employee resource group, hiring military-connected staff/faculty, and funding best practices/strategies.This episode was recorded with a live audience at the 2024 NASPA Symposium on Military-Connected Students in Louisville, Kentucky. Check out HigherEdMilitary for more military-connected higher ed news and trends.

Feb 6, 2024 • 29min
E47: What Everyone Needs to Know About College Admissions
In this episode Kelly and Andy speak to Richard Clark and Brennan Barnard about college admissions and what those working outside of the field can catch up on. Clark and Barnard are the authors of the book "The Truth about College Admission."Among several topics, Richard and Brennan discuss how declining birth rates impact higher education, the declining faith in the ROI of an education, and test optional admissions processes.

Jan 30, 2024 • 9min
Ask the Expert: What Is the Search Committee Looking for in a Teaching Statement?
In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers a question about teaching statements and advice for structuring your next or current teaching statement. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!


