Episodes

July 5, 2022

Greater Engagement in Higher Ed Through Virtual Events

Since the pandemic began, we have had to adapt to a new online environment, but platforms like Zoom and Microsoft teams aren’t giving us the human touch that we need. Remo is an interactive virtual event platform that empower...

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June 28, 2022

The relationship between Athletics and college enrollment

It’s no secret that college athletics can play a role in deciding where a student will go to college. All across the country universities use different marketing strategies based on their athletic programs to help increase th...

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June 21, 2022

Live Chat: Creating Better Accessibility for Greater Outcomes

In higher ed marketing, it is important to stand out from everyone else and create a sense of belonging for prospective students. One of the best technological tools for accomplishing this are live chat systems. In this episo...

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June 14, 2022

From the Ground Up: Building a Medical School With Community in Mind

How do you market a school that is in the process of being built? Know your mission. In this episode, Dr. Michael Rice details his next exciting opportunity: Director of Admissions at the Osteopathic Medical School at Duquesn...

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June 7, 2022

Aspirational Branding: What Makes Your Community College Exceptional

Community colleges often operate with limited resources. This can result in prospective students not knowing that there is an affordable and accessible path to higher education within their community. In this episode, Shauna ...

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May 31, 2022

Collaborative Conversations Create Creative Solutions

Higher ed marketing is a constantly evolving industry. From the early days of MySpace to connecting with prospects on WhatsApp today, the need for continuous learning is paramount. In this episode, Stephanie Geyer , Director ...

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May 24, 2022

Being Competitive With Bold Marketing

A small liberal arts college education comes with many benefits, but most also come with an expensive price tag. Does it have to be that way? In this episode, Dr. Scott Feller , President at Wabash College , shares how …

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May 17, 2022

Fluid Communications Build Better Relationships

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, international student applications have more than tripled, but the way to market to international students has significantly changed. In this episode, Christian DiGregorio , Direc...

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May 10, 2022

The Steep Cost of Disregarding Transparency in Tuition

We talk with a lot of guests about college admissions from the higher ed perspective, but what can we learn from having the conversation from a secondary school angle? In this episode, Chris Cleveland , Principal at Wesleyan ...

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May 3, 2022

Supporting Individual Success Through Community

Student retention and graduation rates are common concerns in higher education. How do we improve the experiences of students, therefore increasing their future successes in life? In this episode, Dr. Larry Johnson , College ...

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April 26, 2022

Diversify Classrooms Through Authentic Messaging

Finding your perfect prospective student will increase your enrollment numbers. How do you find your perfect student? In this episode, Tim Bohling , Chief Marketing and Graduate Enrollment Officer at University of Notre Dame ...

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April 19, 2022

One-of-a-Kind: Marketing the Uniqueness of Your School

What sets your school apart from others? It’s a useful thing to know. You can devise a powerful marketing strategy if you embrace what makes you unique and use it to attract prospective students. In this episode, Lindsay Nyqu...

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April 12, 2022

Leadership Lessons: Clarify Vision & Tell Authentic Stories

An essential part of a leader’s job is setting a grand vision for the organization and imbuing its people with a shared purpose. That goes for any organization, whether it be a church or a higher ed institution. Dr. Mark …

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April 5, 2022

Social Media Strategies: How to Go Viral Like an Influencer

What do you do when your family has a combined height of nearly 36 feet? You become social media superstars. That’s the journey of Rob Clark , Content Creator and Founder of That Tall Family . With over 1 BILLION …

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March 29, 2022

Bridging the Gap Between Higher Ed & High Schools in Disadvantaged Ar…

College access is an issue in this country. Many potential students simply don't believe higher education is within reach. It’s this inaccessibility and the lack of awareness of educational opportunities that is one of the le...

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March 22, 2022

Ending Departmental Silos & Focusing on Mission Fit

Our guest, Philip Dearborn , has spent over 25 years in biblical higher education serving in a wide array of roles—from student recruiter and registrar to provost and VP of student affairs. Today, he is the President of the A...

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March 15, 2022

Proving the Value of Higher Education by Marketing Outcomes

The perceived value of higher education has declined in the last few years. It might seem like it’s simply an issue of cost, but that is only part of the value equation. The truth? Linking the return on investment to …

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March 8, 2022

Confronting the “H-Bomb”: The Truth About Managing a Popular Brand

When Brian Kenny tells people he’s the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for Harvard Business School , they often say, “Why does Harvard need a chief marketing officer?” Yes, Harvard is a historic brand, and that mig...

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March 1, 2022

Connecting w/ Gen Z via Customized Community

The potential for getting roasted by Gen Z is high if you aren’t adapting to the new expectations for higher education. Facebook is in the past—students are looking for more. More community, mental health sensitivity, and cus...

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Feb. 22, 2022

State of Capital Campaigns: Internet Giving & Micro-Philanthropy

Ever since the internet lowered barriers for fundraising, getting the attention of donors has gotten increasingly harder. Many colleges and universities have responded by making their capital campaigns bigger. However, our gu...

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Feb. 15, 2022

The College Tour: A Peek at Schools Across the Country

Many prospective students don't have the resources to travel across the country and tour all of the colleges and universities that interest them. What if there was a TV show that offered an insider's look at each school—their...

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Feb. 8, 2022

Why You Need a Loan Repayment Assistance Program

To succeed at higher ed marketing, you need to understand the challenges prospective students face. For example, what hurdles do they need to overcome to attend your school? Often, a major hurdle is the prospect of borrowing ...

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Feb. 1, 2022

How to Leverage Student-Produced, Authentic Content

Sometimes when marketers get all gung-ho about creating work, especially content that looks “professional,” it can blur the authenticity of the message. Members of Gen Z (who have highly sensitive BS filters) can prefer conte...

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Jan. 25, 2022

The 5 Elements of an Effective Fundraising Case Statement

When creating a fundraising plan for your institution, the very first step is developing your fundraising case for support. Bill Stanczykiewicz is the Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations and the Director of the Fundr...

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