HigherEdJobs Podcast
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.
Episodes
Dr. Ilene Crawford, executive coach and former provost, joins the podcast to discuss whether higher ed professionals can advance into mid- or senior-level roles without pursuing a traditional management track, and what that path might look like.
Douglas Haynes, professor of English at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and author of "Teaching Toward Slow Hope: Place-Based Learning in College and Beyond," joins the podcast to discuss how colleges and universities can help students connect their education to purpose, community and belonging. He examines the growing emphasis on career readiness in higher education and explains how place-based and community-based learning, in...
A former dean and psychologist explains how to negotiate fringe benefits and campus resources when starting a research role without full salary support. Understanding how university budgets are structured, building a clear rationale for each request, and framing the conversation as collaborative rather than transactional can help you set yourself up for success from day one.
John Festervand, a higher education advancement professional and executive producer of the documentary An Open Door, joins the podcast to talk about storytelling as a skill for every higher ed professional --not just those in marketing or communications. Building on his experience producing a documentary about Dr. Temple Grandin and years of donor engagement, he shares how to identify and elevate the stories happening on campus, wh...
A mediator and HR leader shares how to ask the right questions when a restructure feels shrouded in secrecy, and how to rebuild trust while processing the disappointment. Staying professional, seeking support, and methodically planning next steps can help you move forward without burning bridges.
The HigherEdJobs Podcast returns for season 6 with an Ask the Expert episode, joined once again by Dr. Emilio Ulloa, associate chief diversity officer for MSI (Minority-Serving Institution) affairs and professor of psychology at San Diego State University, to address how faculty can plan for the first part of the semester. He offers a timeline for getting organized early, and shares strategies for setting expectations, building rou...
In this Ask the Expert episode, Dan Griffith, mediator, lawyer, and HR leader, addresses what to do when you suspect age discrimination played a role in a hiring or restructuring decision at your institution. Be sure to read the accompanying article, Am I a Victim of Age Discrimination? Separating Facts from Beliefs.
In this episode, Dr. Patrick Brugh, director of the Center for Staff Life Design at Johns Hopkins University, talks about how life design -- an approach originally built for students -- is now helping staff figure out where they want to go, who can help them get there, and why they should stay.
In this Ask the Expert episode, Dr. Emilio Ulloa, associate diversity officer for MSI (Minority-Serving Institution) Affairs and professor of psychology at San Diego State University, addresses how tenure-track faculty should approach the third-year review. He touches on points from his article Navigating the Make-Or-Break-It Third Year Review and explains why reframing the review as a diagnostic checkpoint, treating feedback as da...
In this episode, Dr. Alexis Redding, faculty co-chair of higher education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, explains how colleges and universities can better support student mental health through stronger campus-wide systems and more empowered practitioners. She examines how institutional silos create friction for students navigating support services, what faculty and staff can do to have more meaningful conversations be...
In this episode, Dr. Paul Tontz, assistant professor at Arizona State University, and Dr. Monteigne Long, director of veteran and military services for the Texas A&M University System, return to discuss Military Family Appreciation Month and what campuses can do to meaningfully recognize and celebrate military-connected students and their families.
In this episode Dr. Angel Pérez continues the conversation from part one, getting more personal about what it takes to lead in admissions -- burnout, boundaries, and balancing institutional needs with student access -- while reminding listeners why the work still matters.
Dr. Angel Pérez, CEO of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), joins the HigherEdJobs Podcast to discuss college access, affordability, and enrollment challenges, and how admissions teams -- and entire campuses -- support students and shape their experiences.
In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Michelle Miller, professor of psychological sciences at Northern Arizona University, explores how attention shapes memory and learning, discusses the limits of “catching up” after distraction, and shares research-backed strategies for staying engaged, managing distractions, and supporting long-term student success.
In this episode, Dr. Michelle Miller of Northern Arizona University breaks down the science behind attention and how it shapes student learning and success. She explains how today’s constant distractions affect focus, what happens when students lose attention during key moments, and how that impacts memory and long-term understanding. The conversation examines how faculty can approach engagement in their classrooms and how in...
Mark Coldren, leadership and engagement specialist with CUPA-HR, returns to discuss temporary roles in higher education, sharing how professionals can evaluate risk, reward, and context when considering short-term opportunities as part of a long-term career strategy.
In this episode, Dr. Paul Tontz, clinical assistant professor at Arizona State University, and Dr. Monteigne Long, director of Veteran and Military Services for the Texas A&M University System, discuss their edited collection, "Supporting Military-Connected College Students: Applying Theory to Student Affairs Practice." They explore how support for military-connected students has evolved beyond benefits and compliance to a more...
In this episode, Mark Coldren, Leadership & Engagement Specialist at CUPA-HR and retired associate vice president for human resources at the University at Buffalo (SUNY), discusses how higher education professionals can pursue internal career growth without damaging relationships. He shares helpful ways to time conversations, build credibility, and navigate opportunities while maintaining trust and long-term career moment...
In this episode, Dr. Deborah J. Cohan discusses her HigherEdJobs article, “General Education Deserves a Facelift.” She shares why general education is often seen as something to “get out of the way,” how it shapes student growth beyond the classroom, and how faculty and administrators can reframe its purpose.
What does the day-to-day work of a university chancellor actually involve? In this episode, Dr. Austin Lane, Chancellor of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, joins the HigherEdJobs Podcast to discuss the responsibilities and realities of leading a major public institution.
With more than three decades of experience in higher education, Dr. Lane reflects on his journey from student-facing counseling roles to executive leadershi...
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