With the rapidly changing market, institutions need to reinvest in their growth by continuously innovating, from consumer behaviors to market to today’s modern learner. The pandemic had created a frenzy…
EdUp Experience
The EvoLLLution and EdUp Experience have partnered together to bring you the thoughts, ideas and insights from leaders across the higher ed landscape.
Everybody Is a Prospective Student
Jamal Scott | Vice President of Strategy and Community Development, Waubonsee Community College Ed Up ExperienceEvery student is a prospective student and it’s important for institutions to understand their market and adapt process to meet these modern learner needs. In today’s emerging new normal, higher…
In navigating through this new normal, institutions need to re-evaluate their current processes and support services and adapt to meet the needs of the new modern learner in this evolving…
Professional & Continuing Ed and DE&I in Higher Education
Mayen B. Udoetuk | Director of Program and Partner Development, University of California Santa Cruz Ed Up ExperienceAs higher education begins to recognize the inequities among its faculty and students, it’s critical to have thoughtful and strategic initiatives going forward to give more opportunities to those traditionally…
As institutions look to move forward post pandemic, it’s important to understand your learner and staff needs to create a more holistic community. The pandemic caused a lot disruption and…
Personalized Learning Experience at Scale
Marni Baker-Stein | Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Western Governors University Ed Up ExperienceStudent transformation is key to thriving in a post-pandemic world, and personalization is the gateway to getting students though your door and keeping them. Higher education has been set in…
Innovation is in demand, and the modern learner needs the right support systems and programming in place to thrive in this new normal. The demands of today’s learners are changing…
Catalyzing Visionary Global Leaders
Kenya Ayers-Palmore | President, Tarrant County College Ed Up ExperienceChanging the lives of learners and the community are what community colleges are known for. With the pandemic accelerating the skills gap in the workforce, it’s the perfect opportunity for…
With the pandemic highlighting inequities among communities, higher ed has the opportunity to reshape its way of thinking and deliver on its mission to support the lifelong learner. Community colleges…
Striving for HBCU Excellence
Wayne Frederick | President, Howard University Ed Up ExperienceWhen it comes to higher ed, it’s not about relevancy—it’s about excellence. Institutions like HBCUs are able to thrive because they are an essential part of society in creating opportunities…
Empowering students is the core mission of many institutions—it’s important for higher ed leaders to step away from their traditional structure and adapt to meet the needs of today’s modern…
Doubling Down on the Residential Experience
Sean Decatur | President, Kenyon College Ed Up ExperienceAs higher ed adapts to a new normal, it’s critical to focus on the residential experience to provide lifelong learners support and a sense of belonging at every stage of…
Distance education has changed significantly. Going forward, institutions must keep the digital divide that has been highlighted by the pandemic at the forefront of their minds to make education more…
Career Services for Lifelong Learners
Peter Cohen | President, University of Phoenix Ed Up ExperienceAdult learners have become the majority student population and come with their own challenges. Colleges and universities need to adapt their services to support the common obstacles these students face. …
Community colleges are becoming agile operations critical to our economic recovery. It’s important to eliminate the stigma that has surrounded them for decades. There has always been stigma around community…
Engaging with Students in Uncertain Times
Hal Higdon | Chancellor, Ozarks Technical Community College System Ed Up ExperienceAs higher ed shifts into this new normal, local colleges are beginning to see an increase in enrollment. They must be able to serve and retain a diverse student demographic…
As technology continues to be an important part of our everyday lives, STEM programs have a very strong foothold in higher education, leading students to high paying jobs demanded by…
Digital Marketing in Higher Education
John Farrar | Director of Education, Google Ed Up ExperienceAs the marketing landscapes adapts to a more digital approach, it’s critical for institutions to develop their own strategies to reach the endless potential of prospective students that are waiting…
The new traditional student is the lifelong learner. Institutions need to begin adapting their infrastructure to deliver the highly personalized and engaging experience modern learners are looking for. Modern learners…
Merging Humanistic Elements into the Virtual Experience
Nathan Long | President, Saybrook University Ed Up ExperiencePre-pandemic ways and models won’t fit into the post-pandemic normal. Institutions need to look at how they can reeinvision and repackage their offerings to meet the needs of the modern…
Institutions need to stay on top of evolving industry needs, so that their students are prepared to step into the workforce with the relevant skills employers are looking for. The…
Illustrating the Value of Education to Prospective Students
Irma Becerra | President, Marymount University Ed Up ExperienceEducation is the only sure investment you can make. Earning a degree is still the best way for people to pivot in unpredictable times, get hired in in-demand industries, and…
With the level of disruption in the world, many diverse learners are looking to higher ed for answers. It’s critical to meet students where they are and provide the flexibility…
The EdUp Experience Podcast 2020 Year-End Review
EdUp Experience2020 has been a year full of ups and downs--EdUp Experience highlights their top favourite episodes filled with insights from higher ed leaders. Sometime in early January of 2020, Elvin…
With a tremendous experience collaborating with the workforce in developing the right programs, community colleges have a great opportunity to position themselves more prominently in the higher ed space. Community…
Higher Education Includes Career Education
Arthur Keiser | Chancellor, Keiser University Ed Up ExperienceThe pandemic may have shaken up the higher ed vision, but the mission remains clear: delivering the best student experience that fits the needs of the wide demographic of non-traditional…
The reality is that higher education comes in many forms, and institutions need to be flexible and innovative to stay relevant and ready for whatever comes their way. With the…
Making College More Affordable and Transparent Going Forward
James Toscano | President, Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust Ed Up ExperienceThe pandemic has hit institutions and families hard financially. Going forward, it’s critical that state-level policies are revised and pressure is put on college trustees to make higher education affordable…
When it comes to experiential marketing, adult learners are looking for something affordable that will get them to the workforce quickly. It’s important for institutions to show not only the…
Lifelong Learning: Adapting the Institution for Future Sustainability
Philomena Mantella | President, Grand Valley State University Ed Up ExperienceAlthough this pandemic has created chaos, it has also highlighted institutional highs and lows put focus on what’s important: an organized distributed network environment. With a pandemic altering higher education…