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January 25, 2021 Trending in Education Bridget Burns, innovation, University Innovation Alliance, Unlikely

Innovation in Higher Education with Dr. Bridget Burns

In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Bridget Burns to Trending in Education to talk about innovation in higher education. Named one of the “Most Innovative People in Higher Education” by Washington Monthly, Bridget is the founding Executive Director of the University Innovation Alliance (UIA). The UIA is the groundbreaking national consortium of public research universities working together to test and scale innovations that close achievement gaps and improve outcomes for all students.

Higher Education

November 7, 2019 Trending in Education Adam Fenderson, college completion, graduation rates, Jaye Fenderson, Unlikely

Unlikely – A Film About the Crisis of Low Graduation Rates in US Higher Education

As an extra this week, Mike and Dan spend time with Jaye and Adam Fenderson, the filmmakers behind the new documentary, Unlikely. The film explores the problem of low graduation rates among US college entrants through the stories of 5 students and their families.