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PODCAST

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast

Dustin Ramsdell

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast explores the impact of edtech on the student experience by speaking with diverse leaders from institutions, companies, and nonprofit organizations. Each week we aim to provide an engaging, fun, and relevant dose of professional development that honors the wide range of work happening all across the higher ed ecosystem. Come geek out with us! The Higher Ed Geek Podcast is hosted by Dustin Ramsdell and is a proud member of the Enrollify Podcast Network.

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00:25:02

Live from DisruptED with Dan White

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/24

In this bonus episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Dan White from NJIT about the evolution of online education and how institutions can build more effective, integrated digital programs. They explore how shifting away from rigid OPM models toward more flexible, capacity-building partnerships enabled NJIT to refine its recruitment strategy and strengthen internal capabilities. The conversation also highlights the importance of student success

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00:26:43

Live from DisruptED with Marc Austin and Reamer Bushardt

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/23

In this bonus episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Marc Austin and Reamer Bushardt to explore how partnerships between higher education institutions and employers can drive more relevant, workforce-aligned learning experiences. Through examples from healthcare and university initiatives, the conversation highlights how co-designed programs, continuous feedback loops, and shared goals can better prepare students for real-world careers. The

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00:33:27

Live from DisruptED with Phil Hill and Charlie Rose

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/23

In this bonus episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Phil Hill and Charlie Rose about the rapidly shifting higher education policy landscape and its implications for institutions. They unpack how recent federal actions—particularly new legislation and accelerated rulemaking—are creating both urgency and uncertainty, while also signaling a longer-term shift toward accountability, affordability, and measurable student outcomes. The conversation

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00:35:53

Episode #326: Understanding Today’s Graduate Student...

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/22

In this week’s episode, Dustin speaks with Marshall McClung of Spark451 about insights from the latest Graduate Intenders Survey, exploring how prospective graduate students research, evaluate, and choose programs. The conversation highlights a clear shift toward more pragmatic decision-making, with students prioritizing return on investment, career outcomes, flexibility, and cost when considering graduate education. They also discuss how the search process is evolving, with increased reliance on

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00:18:54

Live from DisruptED with Denise Aberle-Cannata

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/20

In this bonus episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Denise Aberle-Cannata, Provost at the College of Western Idaho (CWI). They talk about building a student success model centered on the full student lifecycle—from inquiry through graduation and career placement. By mapping the student journey, the institution identified gaps and redesigned processes to create a more seamless, supportive experience grounded in relationships, not just systems. The

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00:25:58

Live from DisruptED with Nathan Grawe

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/17

In this bonus episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Nathan Grawe from Carleton College about the realities behind higher education’s enrollment decline and the looming demographic “cliff.” They explore how shifting birth rates and declining enrollment trends are creating real challenges—especially for tuition-dependent institutions—while also highlighting how retention, student experience, and institutional strategy play a critical role in

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00:26:13

Live from DisruptED with Michael Koskinen

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/16

In this bonus episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Michael Koskinen from St. John’s University about the evolving strategy behind online education and institutional growth. They discuss the challenges of expanding online programs in a competitive market, including shifting away from traditional OPM models toward more flexible, fee-for-service partnerships that allow institutions to stay agile. The conversation highlights the need for higher ed

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00:32:57

Episode #325 - Live from DisruptED with Dan Antonson...

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/15

In this kickoff episode recorded live at the Collegis Education DisruptED summit in Phoenix, we spoke with Dan Antonson and Jeff Certain from the Collegis team about the growing need for better data integration in higher education. They introduce “Connected Core,” a data platform designed to unify siloed systems and create a more complete, actionable view of the student journey. The conversation explores how tools like the “student digital twin” and AI-powered workflows can transform everything

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00:06:30

Live from the Show Floor at Illumia Momentum

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/14

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we spoke with several attendees to get their immediate reflections and experiences from the event as it happened. They shared a variety of interesting perspectives on the work being done right now at institutions as they navigate ongoing digital transformation journeys. Many thanks to everyone who spoke with us: Toneal Alford, Alcatraz Thomas Butler, TransferMate Jenn Pontes, Western University Harlan Howard,

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00:18:36

Live from Illumia Momentum with Jennifer Chellew

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/13

In this final bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we talked with Jennifer Chellew from Illumia about their rebrand, how they managed the transition, and the detailed process that went into to everything from choosing a name, choosing colors, to building consensus in a large community of stakeholders. Guest Name: Jennifer Chellew - SVP of Marketing at Illumia Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Jennifer Chellew is SVP of Marketing at Illumia, where she leads brand, demand

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00:19:12

Live from Illumia Momentum with Jeff Koziol

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/10

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we chatted with Jeff Koziol from Allegion about the digital evolutions necessary for institutions to better manage campus security as well as align with current student preferences.Guest Name: Jeff Koziol, Business Development Manager, Allegion Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Jeff Koziol works for Allegion as the Vertical Market Leader & Business Development Manager for Higher Education. He has worked with Allegion

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00:15:40

Live from Illumia Momentum with Maydee Ehster

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/09

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we spoke with Maydee Ehster from Florida State University about how her and her team have been navigating regulatory changes as well as continued challenges balancing security and convenience for students.Guest Name: Maydee Ehster - Associate Director of Financial Systems at Florida State University Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Maydee Ehster is Associate Director of Financial Systems in the Controller’s Office at

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00:35:18

Episode #324: Scaling Life Design for Every Student

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/08

For this episode, Dustin speaks with Kristen McMullen to explore how the “Designing Your Life” framework is being embedded at the College of Charleston to help students navigate uncertainty, make intentional decisions, and align their education with their goals and values. Kristen explains how the design thinking approach—centered on curiosity, experimentation, and action—empowers students to prototype career paths, build confidence, and reduce anxiety about the future.Guest Name: Kristen McMullen,

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00:18:33

Live from Illumia Momentum with Alison Cove

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/07

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we spoke with returning guest Alison Cove from USEFULL about her ever evolving (and award winning!) work enabling tech enabled sustainability efforts at institutions all over the country. Guest Name: Alison Cove, Founder and CEO, USEFULL Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Alison Cove is the founder and CEO of USEFULL, the only tech-enabled, plastic-free takeout container solution for college and university campuses

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00:27:14

Live from Illumia Momentum with Don Smith

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/06

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we chatted with returning guest Don Smith from Illumia about his work with institutions as they modernize their campus payment systems. He shares his experiences with the movement toward digital wallets and how this cultural shift for institutions is well worth the effort. Guest Name: Don Smith - Senior Vice President, General Manager of Integrated Payments at Illumia Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Don Smith, is

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00:22:42

Live from Illumia Momentum with Laura Newell-McLaughlin

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/03

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we talked with Laura Newell-McLaughlin from Illumia about the increased utilization of tuition payment alternatives like sponsor payments and payment plans; how we got here and what institutions need to do to continue to adapt in order to provide high quality experiences for their students.Guest Name: Laura Newell-McLaughlin - Chief Commercial Officer at Illumia Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Laura

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00:19:16

Live from Illumia Momentum with Chris Setcos

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/02

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we spoke with Chris Setcos from Illumia to get his perspective on how institutions are grappling with increasingly complex digital infrastructure and tech stacks as well as strategies for successfully integrating these ecosystems.Guest Name: Chris Setcos - SVP of Partnerships at Illumia Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Chris Setcos is Senior Vice President of Partnerships and Mergers & Acquisitions at Illumia,

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00:26:07

Episode #323: AI Governance, Skills, and the Future...

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/04/01

For this week’s episode, Dustin and Dr. Aviva Legatt from EdGenerative discuss how higher education must urgently and intentionally integrate AI into learning and strategy. Aviva highlights the risks of unstructured AI use, the need to balance AI skills with critical thinking and domain expertise, and the growing pressure on institutions to align with workforce demands. Ultimately, it’s a call for leaders to take proactive steps—rather than avoid or ban AI—to better prepare students for an AI-driven

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00:19:52

Live from Illumia Momentum with Zach Tussing

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/03/31

In this special bonus episode recorded at the recent Illumia Momentum conference, we sat down with Zach Tussing from Ellucian about his perspective on the importance of effective ERP integrations and how institutional IT leaders are navigating many different stages of modernization and digital transformation.Guest Name: Zach Tussing, Lead of Technology Partnerships, Ellucian Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Zach Tussing is the Lead of Technology Partnerships at Ellucian, where he drives strategic

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00:37:56

Live at SXSW EDU with GP LeBourdais

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast ·

2026/03/30

In this final episode recorded at SXSW EDU, Dustin chats with George Phillip (“GP”) LeBourdais, a fellow FOHE member and Head of Learning at Edvisor.AI. He details the work his team does enabling faculty members to be more effective and efficient with their efforts. GP also shares his perspective on how AI can have positive impacts on achieving greater equity in the classroom. Guest Name: Dr. George Philip LeBourdais, Head of Learning, Edvisor.AI Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Dr. George Phillip

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