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Higher Education podcasts dedicated to helping college and university leaders improve their institutions. We offer the latest in higher ed news and insights from the top experts in our profession who share their experience and perspectives on how you can grow and strengthen your institution.

The Changing Higher Ed podcasts are hosted by Dr. Drumm McNaughton, CEO of The Change Leader, a higher education consulting firm.

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"Drumm – you are one heck of a good podcast host. I have done several podcasts. You are the best host I have ever worked with. You are incredibly well organized, and the ‘planning and discussion session’ you hosted two days ago helped us all to do a superb job today. Most of all Drumm, you made today’s actual podcast enterprise both substantive and also fun for your two guests. I enjoyed our three person smiles and laughter as we talked. Hope your podcast listeners enjoy hearing our remarks as much as we enjoyed presenting them. Thanks for everything."
Dr. Richard Light Carl H. Pforzheimer Professor of Teaching and Learning, Harvard University Graduate School of Education, Author of "Becoming Great Universitites"
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 181-Tough Times Ahead for Higher Education Enrollment with guests Bill Conley and Bob Massa

Tough Times Ahead for Higher Education Enrollment:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast with Host Drumm McNaughton and Guests Bob Massa and Bill Conley

In this podcast, we dive into the complexities of higher education enrollment, navigating through its current challenges, and uncovering strategies for the tough times ahead. The higher education landscape is facing unprecedented changes, with student demographics shifting and financial pressures mounting. These changes are reshaping how colleges and universities must

November 14, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 179 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. Philomena "Philly" Mantella - Beyond Ideas- Implementing Innovative Structures in Higher Education

Beyond Ideas: Implementing Innovative Structures in Higher Education:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 179 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. Philomena "Philly" Mantella

Implementing Innovative Structures Innovation in higher education is not just about generating ideas; it’s about putting those ideas into action and breaking down structural barriers that no longer serve today’s diverse demographic. In this conversation with Dr. Philly Mantella, President of Grand Valley State University, Dr. Drumm McNaughton explored how

October 31, 2023
3 Enrollment Boosting Strategies for Accredited Institutions Changing Higher Ed Podcast 178 with Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. David Decker

3 Enrollment Boosting Strategies for Accredited Institutions:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 178 with Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. David R. Decker

In this podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. David Decker, the President of Franklin University, discuss three strategic moves that helped his institution experience positive growth in the double-digit territory during and after the pandemic. Franklin University, which primarily serves non-traditional, part-time adult learners, offers a unique perspective on higher

October 24, 2023
Navigating Structural Disruption in Higher Education | Changing Higher Ed Podcast 177 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Michael D. Smith

Navigating Structural Disruption in Higher Education:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 177 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Michael D. Smith

  Delving into the dynamic crossroads of technology and education, this episode shines a spotlight on the transformative power of structural disruption. Drawing parallels between the seismic shifts in the entertainment industry and today’s higher education landscape, this discussion underscores the urgent need for academia to adapt. Listen in as

October 17, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 176-How CSCU is Building Strong Institutional Foundations

How CSCU is Building Strong Institutional Foundations:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 176 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Terrence Cheng

  Strategies for Seamless K-12 to Higher Ed Transitions, Embracing Online Learning, and Building Strong Institutional Foundations The second half of this two-part series with Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU)’s Chancellor Terrence Cheng explores the strategy CSCU uses for building strong institutional foundations to better communicate to high schoolers

October 11, 2023
Changing Higher Podcast 175- Building a Sustainable Higher Education Model- CSCUs Partnership for Workforce Readiness – with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Terrence Cheng

Building a Sustainable Higher Education Model: CSCU’s Partnership for Workforce Readiness:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 175 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Terrence Cheng

  Learn how CSCU’s unification of its once-siloed community college is building a sustainable higher education model and helping improve retention and enrollment. The first half of this two-part series with Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU)’s Chancellor Terence Cheng explores how CSCU partners with local businesses to ensure equity

October 3, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 174: SCOTUS, Affirmative Action, and the Future of University Diversity with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guests Dr. Thomas Parham and Dr. Dilcie Perez

SCOTUS, Affirmative Action, and the Future of University Diversity:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 174 with Host Drumm McNaughton and Guests Thomas Parham and Dilcie Perez

  University Diversity and the Drive for Inclusive Campuses of Tomorrow   In the wake of SCOTUS’ ruling against Affirmative Action in college recruitment, higher education institutions are struggling to identify alternative ways to diversify their student bodies. This move couldn’t have come at a worse time. Recent studies show

September 27, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 173 Leveraging PEP and EMI Data to Improve Institutional Value and Student ROI

Leveraging PEP and EMI Data to Improve Institutional Value and Student ROI:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 173 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Michael Itzkowitz

  One of the biggest challenges students face is determining their return on investment for obtaining a college degree. Now, there is a new analysis based on the Federal government’s College Scorecard that ranks 4,000 higher education institutions, providing prospective students with a clear and detailed view of their earning

September 19, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 172 - Post University's Career Readiness Model for Not-for-Profit Universities

How Post University’s Career Readiness Model Can Help Not-For-Profit Universities and Graduates:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 172 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Camille Dumont

    Although a for-profit institution, Post University employs a unique and effective two-fold approach to its career readiness model to ensure graduates are career-ready with lifelong learning skills that “not-for-profit” universities can emulate on their campuses.   In this podcast episode, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Director Camille Dumont

September 12, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 171 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Amy Privette Perko - $16 Billion in College Sports Revenue and Regulations: Knight Commission Insights

College Sports Revenue and Regulations: Knight Commission Insights:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 171 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Amy Privette Perko

  By 2032, according to a new report from Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics in partnership with CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), college sports revenue, including college football playoff revenue and new lucrative conference media contracts, is projected to reach $16 billion annually for 54 schools with the most lucrative football programs.  

September 5, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 170 Improving Presidential Tenure and Effectiveness in Higher Education

Improving Presidential Tenure and Effectiveness in Higher Education:

Changing Higher Ed Podcast 170 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. William E. “Brit” Kirwan

Higher education must strive to increase the average presidential tenure, which currently stands at a dismal 3.7 years. This can be accomplished by addressing ineffective presidential onboarding processes and shared governance best practices, among others.    In this second half of a two-part series, Dr. Drumm McNaughton discusses best practices

August 29, 2023
Changing Higher Ed Podcast 167: Drive Enrollment Growth with First-Gen Pathways to Success

Drive Enrollment Growth with First-Gen Pathways to Success:

Changing Higher Ed podcast 167 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Marielena DeSanctis

As higher ed nears the looming enrollment cliff, colleges and universities looking to drive enrollment growth must identify more pathways for students to obtain a college degree, especially in the case of first-generation students. Unfortunately, many higher education practices complicate first-gen students’ ability to stay through graduation or even apply.

August 8, 2023
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