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Teege Metille
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Navigating College Admissions in Disruptive Times with Teege Metille

In this episode of Trending in Education, we’re diving deep into the often-turbulent waters of college admissions with Teege Metille, an expert in higher education, admissions consulting, and a podcaster himself. He’s also the author of The Admissions Counselor Malaise: Addressing the Staff Morale Crisis in College Admissions. With his insights, we explore the evolving landscape of higher education, address common anxieties and misconceptions, and reveal how AI is transforming the admissions process.  

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Kathleen deLaski
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Who Needs College Anymore? with Author Kathleen deLaski

Kathleen deLaski, author of Who Needs College Anymore? Imagining a Future Where Degrees Won’t Matter joins host Mike Palmer for a candid conversation about the future of higher education. With rising college costs and a shifting job market, many are questioning the value of a traditional college degree. We dig into it with Kathleen who brings her unique blend of experience at the Education Design Lab and beyond to bear on the conversation.

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Sanjit Sethi
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The Future of Making Things, Leadership, and Higher Ed with Sanjit Sethi

In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer interviews Sanjit Sethi, the President of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD). Sanjit shares insights from his journey from ceramics to college presidency, emphasizing the importance of creativity and community in leadership.

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Lindsay Weinberg
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The Smart University and Student Surveillance with Dr. Lindsay Weinberg

In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer interviews Dr. Lindsay Weinberg, a professor at Purdue University and author of Smart University: Student Surveillance in the Digital Age. We discuss Lindsay’s professional journey and the origins of her book, which critically examines the emergence of surveillance technologies in higher education.

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The New College President
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The New College President with Authors Dr. Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran and Dr. Terrence MacTaggart

In this episode of Trending in Education, we talk with Dr. Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran and Dr. Terrence J. MacTaggart, co-authors of The New College President: How a Generation of Diverse Leaders is Changing Higher Education. We delve into their respective backgrounds, the challenges faced by college presidents today, and the importance of diversity and resilience in leadership.

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Sara Leoni
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Bridging the Skills Gap with Sara Leoni

In this special bonus episode recorded at the HolonIQ Back to School Summit in New York City, we catch up with Sara Leoni, CEO & Founder of Ziplines Education, for a candid hallway conversation. Sara shares her journey from Division I softball player to EdTech entrepreneur, discussing how her athletic background shaped her leadership style and business acumen.

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Josh Reibel
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Reimagining Education Experiences with VR with Josh Reibel

In this episode of Trending in Education, we dive into the exciting world of immersive learning with Josh Reibel, CEO of Dreamscape Learn. We explore how virtual reality and cinematic storytelling are revolutionizing education, particularly in STEM fields. Josh shares insights on Dreamscape Learn’s innovative approach, which combines Hollywood-style narratives with rigorous academic content to create engaging, interactive learning experiences.

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Dan Porterfield
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Why Mindset Matters and How Higher Ed Helps Develop it with Dan Porterfield

Mike Palmer welcomes Dan Porterfield, President and CEO of the Aspen Institute and author of Mindset Matters: The Power of College to Activate Lifelong Learning, to discuss the value of higher education in fostering growth mindsets. Dan shares his background and explains why he wrote the book, emphasizing the importance of appreciating what college offers to young adults during a formative time in their lives. We explore the five growth mindsets Dan identifies: discovery, creation, collaboration, mentorship, and striving. The conversation touches on how these mindsets prepare students for a rapidly changing world and work life.

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Marcy Lab School
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Beyond Bootcamps: A New Model for Tech Readiness with The Marcy Lab School

We hear from two recent graduates of the Marcy Lab School – Xhesika Malecaj and Jason Paulino. The Marcy Lab School is an innovative one-year program in Brooklyn that serves as an alternative to traditional college for low-income students interested in coding and tech careers.

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